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6 outdoor living trends just in time for Summer 2021

There’s nothing like being stuck at home for a year that prompts us to seek new ways of enjoying our outdoor space. Especially because so many of us will continue to pursue working from home - trying to create a more sustainable lifestyle. In preparation for summer 2021, many of us are investing to...

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City of London has highest proportion of empty houses in the UK

Admiral, a leading UK insurer, has found that the City of London has the highest proportion of vacant houses in Britain and that over 29,242 homes have been empty...
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6 outdoor living trends just in time for Summer 2021

There’s nothing like being stuck at home for a year that prompts us to seek new ways of enjoying our outdoor space. Especially because so many of us will...

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London remains one of the top global prime real estate markets

Research by Astons, the international experts on real estate, residency and citizenship through investment, has revealed which prime global real estate markets are on course...
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Homeowners unconcerned about stamp duty deadline dip in house prices

According to YesHomeBuyers, most homeowners in England remain unconcerned about a stamp duty holiday deadline dip in house prices, although a third would be deterred from selling should one...
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Hong Kong driving UK golden visa activity during the pandemic

Research by Astons has revealed the international makeup of the super-wealthy heading to the UK during the Covid-19 pandemic via the UK Tier 1 Investor visa.
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Sailing hotspot house prices for boat owning homebuyers in the UK

Research from home buying platform, YesHomebuyers, has found that some sailing hotspots in the UK are home to a bargain where property prices are concerned.
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Commuter belt properties back in vogue as return to the workplace builds

Research by Benham & Reeves has revealed how commuting can cut the cost of homeownership, as a slow but steady return to normality makes London commuter belt popular again.
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Forget the green list, Portugal is good for house prices too

Research by Enness Global Mortgages reveals that Portugal isn’t just popular as a potential green list holiday spot, but it ranks top where house prices are concerned.
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Crossrail house price premium climbs to 17%

Despite a four year delay, the latest research by London lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has found that house prices...
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Why the UK needs property wellness ratings

Harry Fenner, CEO of Navana Property Group, explains why new developments should have 'wellness ratings' to highlight their health & environmental impacts.
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4.6 million UK flats effected by cladding scandal

Research by StripeHomes has revealed how much leasehold flat owners could see wiped off the value of their home, should they be affected by ACM and other unsafe materials.
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Why you should invest in the Algarve’s property market

Buy into the Algarve property market for either pure financial reasons (the marketing continues to grow year on year), or for the lifestyle that comes with owning a home...
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What City businesses can learn from Southwark

Chris Henshall, Managing Director of Henshall & Partners, tells us what lessons Square Mile businesses can learn from Southwark when it comes to getting people back into the office.
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Latest Help to Buy scheme could benefit 55% of all new-build homebuyers

The latest research from BuildScan has revealed that the latest Government Help to Buy scheme could help over a half of all new-build homebuyers get a foot on the ladder.
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The UK councils building the most affordable houses

New research from StripeHomes shows which UK councils are rolling up their sleeves to build affordable housing and which are failing to deliver any at all.
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London is the worst city for tenants working from home

The latest research by international rental platform, Spotahome, has found that London presents the toughest challenge for tenants when it comes to finding a WFH suitable rental property.
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Pandemic still distrupting rental plans for 76% of tenants

Research from Spotahome has found that the majority of UK tenants feel safe within the rental market, however, 76% have had their rental plans disrupted due to the pandemic.
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The Ethical Property Foundation’s free online courses

The Ethical Property Foundation has announced a new series of free property webinars designed to help London's voluntary & community groups adapt and cope in the Covid-19 world.
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First-time buyers facing a decade of saving to get on the ladder

Research by Yes Homebuyers has revealed that the time it’s taking for first-time buyers to save for their first home has grown by three years in some parts of the...
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The most underrated sector in the UK’s property market

Antonia Swinson, CEO of the Ethical Property Foundation, tells us why investors and property owners should be taking this sector more seriously - which is worth over £60bn.
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Only 17% of new homes delivered in the last 30 years have been affordable

In the last 30 years, just 721,930 affordable homes have been delivered by the Housing Association or local authorities; equating to just 16.8% of all new homes in England.
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Covid continues to cause central London home seller exodus

The latest research by lettings and estate agent, Benham and Reeves, has revealed which London boroughs are currently ranking as the home selling hotspots of the capital.

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New garden area promised as part of homes expansion

A new garden area will be created from a car park as part of...
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Entertainment
What’s on around the City of London this month

City of London visitors, workers and residents are spoiled for choice when it comes...
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Food & Drink
Dining Out: BAO Noodle Shop in Shoreditch

BAO London's newest restaurant, BAO Noodle Shop, has just opened in Shoreditch and is...
By Andrew Zuccala 29th July 2021
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Business
City Corporation urges finance sector to get behind Socio-Economic Diversity Taskforce

The City of London Corporation has called on firms from the UK’s financial...
By Ben Brown 29th July 2021
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TfL confirms permanent introduction of £15 Congestion Charge

The “temporary” £15 Congestion Charge is set to be made permanent and its hours...
By Joe Talora 29th July 2021
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Wellness
City Youth Forum launches Healthy Living Week

A new Healthy Living initiative, set to boost the mental and physical...
By Andrew Zuccala 28th July 2021
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TfL facing £500m funding hole despite ‘progress’ in recovery

TfL still faces a £500 million funding gap for the year despite showing “progress”...
By Joe Talora 28th July 2021
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News
Tackling climate change remains key priority for London, says Khan

Sadiq Khan has said tackling climate change is a “key priority” ahead of a...
By Joe Talora 28th July 2021
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News
TfL to introduce smart cameras to junctions

TfL will begin rolling out new “smart cameras” at busy junctions in London from...
By Joe Talora 27th July 2021
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Business
Public notice: Details Corp Ltd.

Details Corp Ltd. is applying for a new premises licence.
By Ben Brown 27th July 2021
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