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Henrik Kjellberg Steps Down as CEO of Awaze: A New Chapter for Europe's Leading Vacation Rental Manager

Henrik Kjellberg Steps Down as CEO of Awaze: A New Chapter for Europe’s Leading Vacation Rental Manager

In a significant leadership change, Henrik Kjellberg has stepped down as the CEO of Awaze, a UK-based property management company that has established itself as a leader in Europe’s vacation rental sector. Kjellberg’s departure, effective as of November 2024, has been confirmed through both his LinkedIn announcement and a statement from Awaze, though the specific reasons for his exit remain...

Navigating the 2025 UK Property Market: Why Buyers Will Hold the Upper Hand

Navigating the 2025 UK Property Market: Why Buyers Will Hold the Upper Hand

As we approach the end of 2024, the UK property market is gearing up for significant transitions expected in2025. Analysts foresee a shift towards a 'buyer's market' characterized by increased choices for home buyers and improved negotiating power. Factors such as decreasing mortgage rates, alongside projected increases in house prices, suggest a sunlit horizon amidst previous uncertainties. In this...

UK Property Market Forecast: Buyer's Haven Awaits in 2025 Amid Price Growth and Negotiation Power Surge

UK Property Market Forecast: Buyer’s Haven Awaits in 2025 Amid Price Growth and Negotiation Power Surge

The UK property market is on the brink of a significant transition, poised to become a buyer's haven by2025. This shift promises to empower house hunters with enhanced negotiating leverage, alleviating the previous challenges of a tightening market. Despite looming concerns regarding the expiration of substantial stamp duty relief for first-time buyers as well as a potential rise in taxes and interest...

Navigating the Luxury Property Market Shift: Commuter Belt Homes See £150k Price Drops Post-Pandemic

Navigating the Luxury Property Market Shift: Commuter Belt Homes See £150k Price Drops Post-Pandemic

The luxury property market in the UK’s commuter belt is presently experiencing notable shifts, highlighting the possible conclusion of the post-pandemic real estate surge. Reports reveal that homeowners are compromising on their expectations, accepting offers that average around £150,000 lower than their initial asking prices. This trend points toward a broader transformation in market dynamics,...

UK Housing Market 2025: Promising Trends Amidst Affordability Challenges

UK Housing Market 2025: Promising Trends Amidst Affordability Challenges

The UK housing market has shown positive early signs in 2025, with a notable uptick in new listings and average property prices, signalling a potential recovery. Recent data released by Rightmove indicates an 11% increase in the number of homes available for sale compared to the previous year, complemented by a 1.7% rise in the average property price, which now stands at £366,189 — the largest price...

CityBee Secures Key Lease Extensions at Cuprum: A Gateway to Sustainable Office Space in Glasgow

CityBee Secures Key Lease Extensions at Cuprum: A Gateway to Sustainable Office Space in Glasgow

CityBee, a joint venture formed between Europi Property Group and Trinova Real Estate, has secured a significant milestone in the Glasgow property market by extending leases with two key tenants at their office complex, Cuprum. These extensions encompass approximately 60,000 square feet of prime office space, reinforcing the building's status as a sought-after location in the city's central business...

Unlocking Opportunities: Why 2025 Will Be a Game-Changer for UK Expat Property Buyers

Unlocking Opportunities: Why 2025 Will Be a Game-Changer for UK Expat Property Buyers

As we approach 2025, the UK property market is poised to undergo significant transformations, particularly benefitting UK expats and foreign property investors. According to recent forecasts by Liquid Expat Mortgages, favorable negotiating conditions are expected to emerge, transitioning the market into a buyer's landscape. Analysts attribute these changing dynamics to a combination of government fiscal...

Why UK Estate Agents Are Optimistic About House Prices and Sales in 2025

Why UK Estate Agents Are Optimistic About House Prices and Sales in 2025

As we approach the end of 2024, UK estate agents are expressing a robustly optimistic outlook for the housing market in2025. Despite the current pressures exerted by rising borrowing costs, agents believe that house prices and sales volumes will see significant growth. This positive sentiment has emerged in the context of various underlying trends and factors that could potentially propel the housing...

Spain's Bold Move: 100% Tax on Non-EU Property Buyers to Tackle Housing Crisis

Spain’s Bold Move: 100% Tax on Non-EU Property Buyers to Tackle Housing Crisis

In a significant shift to address its ongoing housing crisis, Spain's government has proposed a controversial tax of up to 100% on properties purchased by non-EU buyers, which could have far-reaching implications for foreign investment in the country. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez articulated the necessity of this measure, aiming to alleviate the disparity between affluent landlords and struggling tenants...

Spain's Controversial 100% Property Tax on Non-EU Buyers: Addressing Housing Crisis or Deteriorating Investment?

Spain’s Controversial 100% Property Tax on Non-EU Buyers: Addressing Housing Crisis or Deteriorating Investment?

In a bold move to tackle Spain's ongoing housing crisis, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez recently announced a proposed 100% property tax on homes purchased by non-EU residents. This policy aims to address the alarming disparity in the housing market, where wealthy landlords, primarily foreign investors, have acquired numerous properties, leaving local residents increasingly unable to afford homes. With...

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