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London Property Market Faces Challenges Amid Trade War, According to Rightmove April 14, 2025 – The London property market feels the strain when trade tensions between the United States and other nations press on buyers. Analysts point out that London faces strong pressure on prices and buyer interest. This market soon suffers the worst effects in the UK. Gradual Price Increase, but Buyer Inquiries...

Overseas Investment in UK Commercial Real Estate Grows as Market Value Declines Recent Findings on the UK's Real Estate Landscape The UK real estate market shows clear changes. The latest report from the Investment Property Forum finds that commercial real estate is now worth £949 billion. Residential and commercial properties together reach £9.3 trillion by the end of 2023. In 2020, commercial...

The Best Places to Invest in UK Property Right Now Property investment sits at the heart of Britain's financial life. In the UK, owning a home stays very popular. A high homeownership rate draws many investors to the market. This article lists the top UK spots for property investment, with a focus on HMOs. The insights come from top property experts. The Changing Dynamics of the UK Property Market The UK...

Council Investigation Launched Amid Takeaway Voucher ‘Bribery’ Claims Brighton and Hove City Council starts an investigation. They check claims that a property developer gave residents takeaway vouchers in return for praise on a planning application. The plan comes from WSE Property Services Ltd. John and Holly Wright own the company. They want to change a family home on 47 Eastbrook Road into a house...

Proposal for 10-Bed House of Multiple Occupation in Stretford Transformation of a Semi-Detached Home Aamer Shah owns a modest two-bed semi-detached home on Barton Road. He comes from Blackburn in Lancashire and now submits an application to Trafford Council. He plans to change the two-bedroom house into a shared home with 10 beds. Investors and residents now need low-cost rent. The plan meets this need by...

Historic Sheffield House to be Converted into Flats A 19th‐century house in Sheffield gets a plan for change. The building may become more than 20 flats. It sits on Burngreave Road and has served as an HMO for ten years with almost 40 rooms. The Proposal for Flats A planning document for Sheffield City Council shows a plan to turn the HMO into 23 flats. Each flat spans 20 to 40 square metres. The plan...

Urgent Action in Edinburgh to Move Homeless from Unlawful Accommodation Edinburgh City Council Sets Deadline for Transition to Licensed Housing Edinburgh City Council has set a firm date. The council will move many homeless people from unapproved hotels and B&Bs. Over 700 households now live in 28 properties that lack the proper HMO license. The goal is to finish this change by November 2024 so that...

Charming 'Chocolate Box Cottage' Beckons Buyers in East Devon Date: January 19, 2025 In East Devon, a property catches the eye of buyers who want a slice of countryside charm. Willow Tree Cottage stands as a Grade II listed thatched cottage and is now for sale at £895,000. History and modern comforts mix in this home. A Beautifully Extended Home In an area known for its natural beauty, Willow Tree Cottage...

Community Unites Against HMO Proposal in Erdington Birmingham City Council denied a planning application. The plan was to change a three-bedroom family home into a five-bedroom HMO on Mason Road in Erdington. Nearly 400 residents signed a petition. About 50 community members protested. They voiced worries about HMO effects on the area. Background of the Application The proposal wanted to add two bedrooms...

Understanding the Current State of House Prices in the UK: Insights from Forbes Advisor The UK property market draws investor interest. Investors watch Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs) for strong returns. Forbes Advisor UK presents trends for October 2023 that investors must note. This text shows today’s house prices, their effects on the market, and points for investors to consider. Current Trends...