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Send us Fan Mail Spring 2025 sees a major shift: Indian buyers have overtaken Brits in London's property market—especially in prime zones like Mayfair and Marylebone. We unpack what’s driving this trend, the UK’s rising mortgage-free rates, Ireland’s housing crisis, and why Finland remains the world’s happiest nation (while the UK slips). 🏡 Real estate, lifestyle, and global investment trend...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we’re joined by Matt Bird, Tax Partner at Sayers Butterworth, to unpack the latest changes to Inheritance Tax (IHT) in 2025. We cover:  📌 What’s taxable – UK & global assets  📌 The 40% rate and key thresholds  📌 How gifts and trusts are treated  📌 Big changes for non-UK residents & expats  📌 Why tax planning is more important than ever Whether you&apo...

Send us Fan Mail London Property Podcast with Farnaz Fazaipour & Jude Coleman In this episode, host Farnaz Fazaipour welcomes Jude Coleman, co-founder of Newton & Young , to explore the evolving world of furniture rental and staging in London’s property market. Jude shares over 20 years of experience in the industry, highlighting how furniture rental has shifted from low-budget options to...

Send us Fan Mail "🔑 Inside the Super Prime Property Market: Exclusive Insights and Game-Changing Trends In this week's London Property Bulletin, we dive deep into the seismic shifts transforming real estate in 2025. Join us as we unpack: The heated debate on landlord guarantors and tenant rights Norway's massive £570M investment in Covent Garden Spain's golden visa program shu...

Send us Fan Mail 📢 Major Tax Shake-Up: What Non-Doms Need to Know Matt Bird, tax partner at Sayers Butterworth, recently joined the London Property Podcast to break down the sweeping changes to the UK’s Non-Domiciled (Non-Dom) tax status , which end on April 6, 2025 . 🔹 Non-Dom Status Abolished – UK residents now taxed on worldwide income and capital gains . 🔹 No More Remittance Basis Charge –...

Send us Fan Mail LP Bulletin – March 18, 2025 🏡📉 📢 Luxury Homes Sitting Empty as Market Shifts London’s super-prime market is in flux, with vacant luxury properties, rising taxes, and shifting demand reshaping the landscape. Nearly 1 million homes in England are not regularly lived in, including 256,061 vacant for over six months . 🔹 Super-Prime Vacancies – Wealthy homeowners, especially forei...

Send us Fan Mail The prime London property market is showing signs of a rebound, with prices rising 4.7% and buyer interest growing. Many now believe we’ve hit the bottom , sparking fresh activity. 🔹 Price Growth – Average values up from £1,932 to £2,106 per sq. ft. 🔹 More Sellers – 15.5% increase in new listings, signaling renewed confidence. 🔹 Stronger Demand – Discounts narrowing from 13.9%...

Send us Fan Mail London Property Podcast: Navigating the Market & Homeownership Challenges 🎙️🏡 The London Property Podcast brings you expert insights into buying, selling, finance, tax, law, construction, and design , helping you navigate the ever-changing real estate market . 📌 Key Topics Covered in This Episode: 🔹 Barriers to Homeownership – With deposits ranging from £60K-£70K , many ren...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Description – Expert’s Opinion: Clive Levontine Podcast In this episode of Expert’s Opinion , solicitor Clive Levontine , a specialist in high-value central London property, unpacks the complexities of leasehold reform and what it means for both landlords and tenants. Clive breaks down the 2024 Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act , explaining key changes such as the abolitio...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Episode: The Future of UK Property – Right to Manage, Investment Funds & Market Trends 🎙️🏡 The UK property market is evolving, with key shifts in leasehold management, investment structures, and rental market dynamics . In this episode, we explore four major trends shaping the industry: 📌 Right to Manage (RTM) on the Rise More leaseholders are taking control of their...

Send us Fan Mail Join Farnaz Fazaipour and Lee Summers , founder of the Summers Global Team , as they explore the latest real estate trends across major international markets. With a network of 18 global agents and 47 satellite agents , this episode covers key insights into: New York’s dynamic property market and its appeal to international investors. Portugal’s booming interest post-Golden Visa c...

Send us Fan Mail Private Rented Sector (PRS) Challenges A workshop by Pegasus Insight, with input from Zoopla and others, highlighted the instability in the rental market due to constant government policy changes. PRS landlord ownership has shifted—single-property landlords fell from 78% in 2010 to 45% in 2024. Concerns over the Renters' Reform Bill and potential capital gains tax changes hav...

Send us Fan Mail Podcast Description: Home Buying and Selling Set to Become Faster and More Affordable The UK property market is set for a major transformation! The government has announced ambitious reforms aimed at modernising the home buying and selling process , making it quicker, cheaper, and less stressful for millions of people. Currently, transactions take nearly five months on average, bu...

Send us Fan Mail 🏡 The Truth About the Renters' Reform Bill 🎙️ The Labor Party’s property reforms are coming—but are they as bad as landlords fear? 🤔 While long-term tenants provide stability, the real challenge is evictions . Without proper court funding, removing problem tenants will be a nightmare. The government needs housing tribunals to ensure smooth exits. 📉 The bigger issue? Landlo...

Send us Fan Mail  Welcome to the London Property Podcast , your go-to source for navigating the ever-changing London real estate market. Whether you're buying, selling, investing, or simply staying informed, we bring you expert insights, market trends, and industry updates—all in one place. Through our digital marketplace, we provide exclusive podcasts and videos featuring top professionals f...

Send us Fan Mail Wealthy buyers in London prioritize discretion, location, quality, and value. Many prefer understated homes in prime areas like Chelsea Square, where exteriors can be deceiving. Location remains the top priority, with access to top schools, transport, dining, and entertainment. Buyers seek spacious properties with unique amenities, but central postcodes demand a premium. Convenien...

Send us Fan Mail The London property podcast covers the current challenges in the London real estate market. We speak to Kris Ericsson, David Mckee, Ed Thompson, Farnaz Fazaipour, Jeremy Davidson & Marc von Grundherr .  Key points include: Affordability issues due to the cost of living crisis and high interest rates Lack of supply driven by fewer investors entering the market and some exiting...

Send us Fan Mail Welcome back to the show! Today, we’re diving into some major shifts in the UK property market, from potential mortgage rule changes to foreign investment trends and the rise of a new generation of wealthy buyers. Let’s get started. Easing Mortgage Rules—Will It Really Help? The UK government is considering loosening mortgage regulations, particularly the loan-to-income flow limit...

Send us Fan Mail Modernizing Property Transactions The government has announced major reforms to streamline property transactions and reduce costs for home buyers and sellers. A key focus is the digitization of property data , aiming to make the process faster and more transparent. Currently, land registry data has been available since 2000, but accessing and using it requires expensive software d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we explore the latest developments in London’s super prime property market: Leasehold Reforms: A deep dive into the 2024 Leasehold and Freehold Reform Act, which introduces 990-year lease extensions, reduced costs, and improved transparency. Experts discuss the challenges that remain. Record Mansion Sale: A 40-bedroom Regent’s Park estate sells for £138.9M—well be...

Send us Fan Mail The speakers are Marc von Grundherr of Benham & Reeves , Jeremy Davidson , Farnaz Fazaipour, Matt Smith & David Mckee. Leading experts in London's property market.  They discussed the potential impact of the Labour Party's property reforms, particularly the Renters' Rights Bill, on landlords. Marc von Grundherr argued that the reforms may not be as problemat...

Send us Fan Mail Buy Smart Now : Speaker 1 highlights the benefits of purchasing during the current market for future gains. Rent Over Sell : Speaker 2 suggests distressed properties in strong rental areas for steady income. Adapt to Costs : Speaker 4 warns about rising costs for adding value and suggests redeveloping derelict properties. Affordability Focus : Farnaz Fazaipour talks about converti...

Send us Fan Mail The Super Prime Report: Key Trends Shaping the UK Property Market Topics Covered: Mortgage Reforms and First-Time Buyers Proposed changes to mortgage regulations by the FCA could improve access to homeownership, while raising concerns over financial stability and regional disparities. Tax Regime Changes and the Ultra-Prime Sector The revised non-dom tax rules and economic shifts d...

Send us Fan Mail  In this episode, Farnaz Fazaipour provides a detailed analysis of the South Kensington property market in 2025. With asking prices down 13.3% and achieved prices seeing significant drops, the area presents a unique opportunity for investors. Farnaz discusses the decline in house prices, market trends, and the growing demand for rental properties. Discover why this is an ideal tim...

Send us Fan Mail London Property News Bulletin 14th January 2025 London’s Top Sales: In 2024, the top 10 property deals in London exceeded £320M, nearly 40% of the super prime market. Highlights: Tom Ford’s Chelsea mansion (£60-80M) & a £50M convent. However, total sales dropped to £857M from £1.3B in 2023 due to tax changes & political uncertainty. Native Land’s Sustainable Vision: This a...