How Prime London property helps fund affordable housing, not wreck it
There is a familiar refrain in certain sections of the media and the political class revolving around how purchasers of…
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Sale of Magna Carta Island answers an 800-year-old question
The debate over the significance of the Magna Carta has rumbled on for centuries, but has anyone considered (as the…
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A new way to make money in London property – make flats back into houses
In the days when Woolworths sold everything for sixpence it used to be possible to buy large items in stages.…
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Luxury property investors look to Sardinia and the Emerald Coast
The diverse regions of Italy all have that certain something that makes them truly unique.Sardinia is the second largest island…
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Could Shoreditch luxury property overtake Mayfair?
The riches are in the East for those looking for treasure – but this time we mean East London, not…
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Duke of Devonshire says England’s country houses past crisis point
After over a century of their destruction through death, debt and divorce, England’s country houses have never been safer, according…
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Duke of Devonshire says England's country houses past crisis point
Talking on Monday at Art Antiques London about Chatsworth, the duke explained the difference between the lowest point for historic…
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How rich kids lost their footing on London’s property ladder
For the young and privileged recent graduate, the berserk London property market represents a cold harsh dose of reality as…
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No one will pity James from Surrey. He can no longer afford a nice one-bed in Notting Hill, perfect for…
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The best country houses of the Rich List 2014
It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a billionaire in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of…
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Luxury apartments with yacht berths for sale in new Barbados resort
Saint Peter’s Bay (pictured above) located on the beautiful northwest coast of Barbados is the latest luxury resort to be…
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At the Sharp End: John McAslan
What would your other career be? Creating start-up companies. Who is your greatest influence? My mother and my wife (they’re…
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Ed Miliband’s answer for housing policy only brings more questions
Following heated discussion regarding a possible mansion tax, Ed Miliband recently announced a proposed intervention by a Labour government in…
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The proposals represent a radical change, including minimum three-year term tenancies, capped rent increases and a ban on agents’ fees…
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Restored medieval castle in Italy for sale
The Castle (XII-XV-XVI-XIX century) is currently owned by an Italian Noble family. It’s an ancient fortress of medieval origins that…
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How do I deal with the super-basement ruining my life?
The very public objection of Brian May, the Queen guitarist, last week to the trend for basement extensions in Kensington…
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How to avoid ending up in jail when doing up your listed building
When considering making changes to a listed building, whether medieval castle or Victorian terrace, it is imperative that you are…
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People in glass houses should not complain about invasions of privacy (or walk around naked)
WINDOW PAINS An Englishman’s home is his castle. Unless, that is, he lives in a new apartment in Central London…
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What form could the proposed Mansion Tax take?
Discussion of a so called mansion or wealth tax is a hot topic among private wealth practitioners at present. The…
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Worker killed on multi million pound Grosvenor Square construction site
A tragic death occurred yesterday on the construction site of a £250 million mansion at 20 Grosvenor Square. According to…
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