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Investing in European Real Estate for Residency: Best Markets in 2025

Are you planning to invest in the European real estate market? The year 2025 will prove to be promising for investors aiming to expand their savings. According to a study published on PWC, 80% of experts expect a positive investment trend and confidence that profit gain will be substantial. For people who want to gain residency by investment , you would not want to miss this opportunity this year. With...

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The evolution of BTR: from city blocks to BTR suburban communities by Andy Jones, Group Director, Corporate Lettings & Build to Rent, Leaders Romans Group (LRG)

Build to Rent (BTR) is the UK’s fastest-growing sector and this trend looks set to continue throughout 2023 and beyond.

The British Property Federation (BPF)'s Build to Rent Q3 2022 report shows the sector growing 15% year-on-year, with over 240,000 homes either in planning, under construction, or completed.

Earlier iterations of the BTR model were designed to appeal...

A return to the 1970s? The potential for local authorities to deliver affordable housing By Paul Belton, Partner Carter Jonas (Cambridge)

From Lloyd George's promise of "homes fit for heroes" and the 1919 Addison Act, to the current Government’s target of 300,000 new homes being built each year to relieve the housing crisis, housing has been at the forefront of British politics for over a century.

Unfortunately successive Governments have failed to meet ambitious targets and the last time that over 300,000 homes were...

Expert craftsmanship recognised at Dandara's Kidwelly development

Independent housebuilder Dandara has received a Quality Recognition Award from Premier Guarantee, one of the UK’s most prestigious warranty providers, for its Golwg Gwendraeth development on Heol Carwe Isaf near Ffos Las Racecourse.

Based on a series of rigorous criteria including site management, site tidiness, health and safety and standard of workmanship, the award is only...

Estate agent says a bathroom renovation could add £7,500 to your home's value

So, you’re considering renovating your bathroom but can’t rule out the possibility of moving house in the next few years and want to know whether it’s worth it. Here are five things to consider, including expertise from an estate agent who values 200 houses annually.

Consider changes in house prices

For starters, house prices are on a downward trend in some regions right now...

How trading down can help save you money

By Kevin Shaw, National Sales Managing Director, Leaders Romans Group

As the cost-of-living crisis continues to impact the UK, many of us are looking at where we can make savings to help us enjoy life a bit more. With average mortgage interest rates at a level not seen for around 15 years and high energy prices, a lot of people are considering downsizing or changing the type of home...

Dandara launches off plan homes with free financial advice for Elsenham development

Independent housebuilder Dandara officially launched its new Elsenham development Millers View off-plan last weekend (21st and 22nd October).

To mark the exciting new launch, Dandara hosted a financial planning event providing local buyers with the perfect opportunity to discuss any concerns they may have and receive expert advice from independent finance specialists The Mortgage...

The latest on mortgage rates – the financial pressures should start to lift!

By Sarah Thompson, Managing Director, Mortgage Scout

The last year has been challenging for borrowers. Mortgage interest rates spiked last autumn following Liz Truss’s disastrous mini-budget, and after a brief dip in the early part of this year, we saw average fixed rates reach more than five times what they’d been just two years earlier.

However, the good news is that...

Santa's little helpers: Dandara gives deposit or stamp duty assistance at The Pippins

Dandara is giving a helping hand to buyers who want to move home before Christmas at The Pippins in Hamstreet in Kent.

The independent housebuilder is offering to make a deposit or Stamp Duty contribution of up to £10,000 for home seekers who reserve homes that are ready to move into for Christmas, subject to terms and conditions.

The option is available on a selection of...

'WYE' not work from home at Dandara's Parc Jiwbili

With more than a third of employers reporting an increase in staff working from home compared to last year according to the latest research from Acas*, it’s no surprise that Dandara Wales has noticed a big rise in enquiries from buyers looking for a property with space for a home office.

The independent housebuilder has just released a collection of new homes at Parc Jiwbili in...

What Are the Roles of Commercial Real Estate Agents?

Kuwait Rеaltors play a pivotal rolе in facilitating transactions, nеgotiations, and deals within the commercial rеаl еstatе sector. Commеrcial rеal еstatе agеnts in Kuwait possеss a unique skill set and expertise that goеs bеyond just finding properties; thеy arе essential players in shaping the outlook of thе businеss world.

Vital Functions of Commercial Real Estate Agents

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