Send us a text The Renters Reform Bill: Key Points: - The Renters Reform Bill is currently going through Parliament and will likely be implemented in late summer or autumn - Major changes include: 1. Converting all tenancies to periodic (month-to-month) tenancies 2. Tenants can now give two months' notice at any time 3. Rent increases limited to once per year 4. Tenants can dispute rent increases through a tribunal 5. Restrictions on taking multiple months' rent ...

Send us a text 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 trends—all in under 10 minutes. 📥 Don’t miss out—tap the link to watch, listen & subscribe to the LPBullet...

Send us a text 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're a property owner, investor, or advisor, this episode is packed with practical i...

Send us a text 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 stylish, high-quality solutions that serve both investors and developers. Furniture rental offers fl...

Send us a text "🔑 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 rightsNorway's massive £570M investment in Covent GardenSpain's golden visa program shutdown and its global ripple effectsUK's radical tax regime changes driving millionaire migrationWhether you're an invest...

Send us a text 📢 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 – Previously £30,000 to £90,000, now scrapped. 🔹 Protected Trusts Removed – Offshore structures now expos...

Send us a text 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 foreign investors, are leaving due to tax hikes. 🔹 Market Stagnation – High-end homes linger unsold, with se...

Send us a text 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% to 11.6% as buyers compete. 🔹 Longer Time on Market – 58% of properties listed for 6+ months, creati...

Send us a text 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 renters struggle to transition to buying. Why isn’t there a better solution? 🔹 Long-Term Wealth Building – R...

Send us a text 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 abolition of marriage value, extended 990-year leases, and removal of landlords' legal costs. However, with ma...

Send us a text 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 buildings, frustrated by high service charges and poor management.Legal reforms are making RTM more a...

Send us a text 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 changes and Madrid’s rising appeal.The surge in Italian real estate and Milan’s growing popularity.Austr...

Send us a text Private Rented Sector (PRS) ChallengesA 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 have alarmed landlords.Many landlords plan to raise rents (62%) and be more selective with tenants (81%), wi...

Send us a text 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, but new digital solutions will improve efficiency, transparency, and reliability. 🔑 Key Changes Coming...

Send us a text 🏡 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? Landlords selling up. With Section 21 gone and tax benefits slashed, rental supply is shrinking—pushing prices UP!...

Send us a text 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 from the worlds of finance, law, tax, construction, design, and more. Market Insights: As we look ah...

Send us a text 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. Convenience is key—many favor high-end developments like Whiteleys and Mayfair for services like concierge, ...

Send us a text 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 ratesLack of supply driven by fewer investors entering the market and some exitingImpact of government policies like changes to non-DOM status and inheritance taxBrexit's effect ...

Send us a text 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, to boost home ownership and drive economic growth. But will it work? After the global financial c...

Send us a text 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 development. There are solutions that use the data and can analyse the data but subscriptions are cos...