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Send us Fan Mail PCL — Not the Only Game in Town Prime central London has dominated the conversation for decades. But the data tells a different story. In this episode, Farnaz Fazaipour reveals that prices in Kensington, Chelsea and Westminster have fallen 18% since 2015 — and that a new generation of buyers is rewriting the rules of what makes a prime London investment. The areas now outperformin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the London Property News Bulletin, we unpack a major shift in how homeowners, landlords and renters need to think about property in the capital. We explore why aggressively paying off your mortgage could unintentionally inflate your inheritance tax bill, and how smart use of mortgages, pensions, ISAs and gifting can change the numbers. We cover key tax changes f...

Send us Fan Mail Are tax havens like Dubai and Monaco really the smart escape for wealthy Brits—or a costly mistake in disguise? In this episode of the London Property Podcast , host Farnaz Fazaipour exposes the hidden downsides of fleeing London for low‑tax jurisdictions and explains why many high‑net‑worth individuals are quietly coming back. We explore: The real cost of living and rent in tax h...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s London Property Bulletin, Farnaz Fazaipour breaks down how Middle East tensions are pushing wealthy buyers back into prime London, the latest on UK leasehold and ground rent reforms, and why the UK housing ladder is stalling. We also cover the controversial John Lewis development in West Ealing, tighter ESG rules for commercial property, a high-profile London inheri...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the London Property Podcast , host Farnaz Fazaipour steps away from tax, law and planning to explore something just as critical to long‑term success in real estate: your own well-being . Farnaz is joined by C at (Catharina) Hedberg , Swedish founder of The Ashram , a pioneering wellness retreat that has been transforming the lives of high achievers since 1974 ....

Send us Fan Mail Is the London property market fundamentally set up for buyers to overpay? In this episode of the London Property Podcast , host Farnaz Fazaipour breaks down why 98% of buyers follow the herd, rely on the same portals, and end up overpaying  often after spending just 96 minutes in the property they buy. Farnaz explains how the system is stacked in favour of the seller: Estate agent...

Send us Fan Mail Stay ahead of the London property market with this week’s bulletin. We break down how rising Middle East tensions are driving Dubai expats into Prime Central London, pushing up rents in areas like Kensington, Chelsea, Notting Hill and Holland Park. We also unpack Savills’ $1.1bn acquisition of Eastdil Secured and what it signals for global real estate capital flows. You’ll hear th...

Send us Fan Mail The dinner-party buy-to-let era is over. For two decades, building wealth in Britain seemed simple: buy a flat, find a tenant, and wait for the market to rise. That model is now broken. In this episode, Farnaz Fazaipour explains why the amateur landlord is becoming an endangered species. We unpack how the Renters Rights Act (October 2025) , the abolition of Section 21 , and the mo...

Send us Fan Mail In this week’s London Property Bulletin, we unpack the collapse of Market Financial Solutions and what it reveals about risks in private credit and bridge lending, the surge in UK family trusts as a mainstream tool for inheritance tax and wealth protection, and how tensions in Iran are driving Gulf capital toward prime London homes. We also break down upcoming estate management re...

Send us Fan Mail The UK property market isn’t crashing it’s being rewired. In this episode, we unpack the “Great British Property Reset”: how new taxes, regulation, and global capital are quietly ending the era of the amateur landlord and ushering in a world dominated by corporates and megafunds. We explore the mass exodus of small buy-to-let owners, the explosive growth of Build-to-Rent and co-li...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we cover: 353 new homes above Bromley Waitrose Bromley Council’s approval for 353 flats and a 24-storey tower on Mason’s Hill John Lewis pulling out of build-to-rent but planning permission likely to be sold on Local debate over height, design, and affordability in Bromley Town Centre Collapse of London property lender Market Financial Solutions Allegations of loa...

Send us Fan Mail This week in London property: Mortgage rate changes, major planning reforms in England, a quietly marketed £200m Grade II listed mansion in St James’s Square , and a fresh look at who really holds the wealth in the British Royal Family . We cover: The latest mortgage market moves , regulation and expectations of a base rate cut The government’s proposed changes to the National Pla...

Send us Fan Mail In this London Property news bulletin, we cover a landmark £57m Hyde Park penthouse sale the UK’s priciest residential deal in over a year and the latest Halifax data showing UK house prices rising at their fastest pace in more than 12 months. We also break down the government’s draft Commonhold and Leasehold Reform Bill, tighter short-term rental regulations coming in from 2026,...

Send us Fan Mail  London’s property market is quietly shifting. In this episode, we explore why security is becoming a deciding factor in prime locations, why policymakers are openly talking about price adjustments, and why some of the world’s wealthiest residents are choosing to rent rather than buy. This isn’t about headlines or hype — it’s about how high-value decisions are really being made in...

Send us Fan Mail Stay ahead with this week’s London Property Bulletin! We break down the latest market trends shaping 2026 — from rising supply and shifting buyer power to the uncertainty around leasehold reform and a growing preference for houses over flats. Discover what’s driving these changes, how they impact buyers and sellers, and why confidence in the market is being tested. Whether you’re...

Send us Fan Mail Intergenerational Wealth and Mobility: New research shows that the UK’s housing boom benefited not just homeowners, but also their children, who now enjoy greater financial assets and career opportunities—especially if their families could help them move to London. The effect, however, is much stronger for sons than daughters, further widening the gender gap. Housing Market Downtu...

Send us Fan Mail Discover the latest in London’s super prime property scene, from record-breaking estates and celebrity moves to fresh data on affordability and landmark tax rulings. Plus, journey into cultural history with the restoration of David Bowie’s childhood home. Stay ahead with expert insights into the trends shaping elite real estate and heritage today. The London Property Podcast Hoste...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we dive into the latest shifts shaping the UK property landscape. Discover how new mortgage reforms could pave the way for first-time buyers, the stories behind London’s record-breaking super-prime home sales, and why pension funds are betting big on rentals. Plus, we hear Lord Egremont’s candid views on wealth, taxes, and the responsibilities of inheritance. Tune...

Send us Fan Mail Unlock the latest insights on the London property market! 🏙️ In this episode, Patrick Bullick joins host Farnaz Fazaipour to break down 2025’s budget, tax changes, the evolving rental landscape, and what it all means for buyers, sellers, and landlords. Don’t miss expert tips and real talk about the future of property in London.  #LondonProperty #Podcast #RealEstate #2025Trends The...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome to the latest London Property Bulletin! Today, we’re exploring why stamp duty is keeping many owners locked in their homes especially in London and why fewer people are moving than ever before. We’ll break down the government’s new leasehold reforms and what they mean for both leaseholders and landlords, and discuss the challenges and opportunities ahead. Looking ahead to...

Send us Fan Mail Join host Farnaz Fazaipour and Marcus Dixon, Head of Residential Research at JLL, for an in-depth exploration of the latest developments in London’s property market. In this episode, we unpack the impact of the recent budget on housing, investment, and taxation including the new mansion tax, rental market regulations, and challenges facing developers. Discover how shifting buyer b...

Send us Fan Mail Explore the biggest trends and challenges shaping the global property market in this episode of the Property Bulletin. We dive into Ireland’s deepening housing crisis, regulatory pressures facing UK landlords, and the evolving features of luxury homes from London to New York. Discover how policies and economic shifts are impacting buyers, renters, and investors, and learn why majo...

Send us Fan Mail Stay ahead in the UK property market with this week’s London Property Bulletin. We break down the new 2028 mansion and terrace tax, changes to inheritance and business property relief in 2026, and the latest on green mortgages—including top deals for energy-efficient homes. Discover what these updates mean for homeowners, investors, first-time buyers, and landlords—from new counci...

Send us Fan Mail Mansion Tax & Market Trends Explore the introduction of the UK’s new mansion tax and its wide-reaching effects on London homeowners. We discuss who’s affected, how the market is shifting, and why this tax is sparking debate over property values, downsizing, and potential future changes. Middle Eastern Investment in London Real Estate Discover how investors from the UAE and bro...

Send us Fan Mail UK Property Update — What’s Moving the Market Lakshmi Mittal is the latest billionaire to leave the UK, driven out by tax changes hitting global assets. More high-net-worths are quietly following, raising concerns about future investment. Architects are leaning heavily on advanced CAD and BIM to make the UK’s increasingly small homes work harder  squeezing out space with precision...