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Housing white paper just tinkers around the edges
This white paper is far from the radical overhaul of housing policy that was promised (10.02.17).
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London: prepare for US investors
Despite the findings of Citibase’s survey suggesting otherwise, I believe London should be preparing to benefit from an exodus of nervous US investors fearing the worst, as Donald Trump commences his third week in power.
Brexit offers chance to save face over SDLT fumble
George Osborne’s planned cuts to corporation tax are aimed at encouraging businesses to continue investing in the UK following the EU referendum result but there remains the issue of SDLT and the effect this has had on transactions within property.
New CPO powers could speed up planning
I read Colin Cottage’s thoughts on compulsory purchase orders (CPOs) with interest, and agree that the system is “certainly overdue intelligent scrutiny”. In fact, I think a complete reform of CPO rules is required.
We should celebrate our unique position in the EU
The property industry needs Britain to remain within the EU.
Mayoral election: without more homes ‘Building for Londoners’ policy will fall flat
It’s indisputable that the London property market has become a bank vault for investors in the UK and overseas, while Londoners who live, work and send their children to school in the city are increasingly priced out.