Trump Bans Wall Street from Bulk Home Purchases
President Trump signs executive order restricting institutional investors from buying single-family homes, aiming to improve affordability for American buyers.
Category : Property
San Francisco Centre Mall to Shut Down Permanently
The iconic San Francisco Centre, formerly Westfield Mall, will permanently close on January 26 after years of declining foot traffic, store closures, and urban challenges.
Gen X Now Holds Most Property Wealth in Australia
A KPMG analysis reveals Generation X households average $1.455 million in housing and land wealth, overtaking baby boomers as the top property-owning generation.
Nationwide Expands High-Income Mortgage Lending
Nationwide Building Society extends its high loan-to-income lending, allowing home movers and remortgagers to borrow up to six times their income with specific minimum income requirements.
House Prices Up 2.5% in November Despite Budget Fears
Official ONS figures reveal UK house prices rose 2.5% annually in November, with the average reaching £271,000. Regional variations show strong growth in Northern Ireland and the North East, while London's decline slowed.
Amir Khan Warns Against Bolton Wedding Venue in Legal Row
Former boxing champion Amir Khan advises couples to postpone weddings at his £11.5m Bolton venue as he takes legal action against business partner over unpaid rent claims.
House Prices Jump 2.5% in November Despite Concerns
Official figures reveal UK house prices accelerated to 2.5% annual growth in November, with the average property reaching £271,000 despite ongoing market challenges and Budget uncertainty.
House Prices Jump 2.5% in November Despite Budget Fears
Official ONS data reveals UK house prices rose 2.5% annually in November, with the average property reaching £271,000. Regional variations show Northern Ireland leading growth while London continues to decline.
Vogue Williams Shows Off London Rental Transformation
TV personality Vogue Williams shares a glimpse of her temporary London rental property's stylish makeover as her family awaits completion of their dream forever home renovations.
Redfin's 2025 Most Popular Homes Reveal Buyer Desires
Redfin's analysis of 2025's most-viewed properties shows buyers still swarm listings offering perceived value, with six of the top ten selling above asking price.
Glass Ensuite in Norwich House Causes 'Loo Anxiety'
A £425,000 terrace house in Norwich features a master ensuite with glass walls, leaving potential buyers uneasy about privacy despite stunning river views.
NZ Buyer Must Pay $1.1m for Pulling Out of Property Sale
A New Zealand man who withdrew from a property purchase has been ordered to pay more than $1.1 million in damages and costs, following a High Court ruling in favour of the vendors.
Newcastle's Most At-Risk Building Gets £4.6m for Affordable Homes
Keelman's Hospital, a 300-year-old Newcastle building that housed dockers and students, will be converted into 20 affordable housing units after receiving a major lottery grant.
Maine's Bargain Homes: Five Fixer-Uppers Under $30,000
Discover five affordable fixer-upper properties in Maine's countryside, priced from $19,000 to $29,900, offering blank canvases for renovation enthusiasts despite challenges like uninhabitable conditions.
Sandbanks Yacht Club Restaurant Plan Faces Backlash
Wealthy residents in Poole's exclusive Sandbanks area oppose plans for a luxury restaurant and bar at the local yacht club, fearing a 'nightclub atmosphere' in their quiet neighbourhood.
5 Best Security Camera Spots for Home Safety
Expert advice on where to install security cameras for optimal home protection. Learn the top five locations, from front doors to outbuildings, to deter burglars effectively.
Treasury: Over Half of Firms See No Business Rate Rise
The Treasury responds to calls for tax relief, confirming a £4.3bn support package will mean over 50% of ratepayers see no bill increase following the 2026 property revaluation.
UK Condensation Guide: Causes, Risks & Fast Fixes
Persistent window condensation is a common UK winter woe. Learn what causes it, the damage it can do, and expert-approved methods to clear and prevent it for good.
Beach hut owners face £600-a-year second home tax rise
Owners of 344 Dorset beach huts face a 100% council tax increase, ending a 30-year discount. They call it an 'unjustified money grab' by a cash-strapped council.
Rayner: Labour must act on ground rents to help families
Angela Rayner urges the government to cap unaffordable ground rents in the upcoming leasehold reform bill, calling it a test of whose side Labour is on. Action is needed to protect millions of homeowners.
Rayner urges Starmer to keep leasehold reform promise
Angela Rayner intervenes as cabinet rift over capping ground rents for 5m leaseholders in England and Wales reaches a head. Will Starmer keep Labour's manifesto promise?
Nationwide: Affordability Improves for First-Time Buyers
Nationwide Building Society reports easing affordability for first-time buyers, driven by wage growth and falling mortgage rates. Discover the regional deposit divide and why young buyers are returning to the market.
Descendants of Freed Slaves Fight to Protect Sapelo Island
Residents of historic Hogg Hummock vote to overturn zoning changes that threaten their community with soaring property taxes. Will their ancestral land be saved?
Glasgow named best city for first-time buyers again
Aldermore's 2025 index reveals Glasgow as the top city for first-time buyers, with northern England locations rising. Discover the key factors and full rankings for getting on the property ladder.
2026 Kitchen Trends: Warmth and Comfort Are the New Luxury
Discover how 2026 kitchen design is shifting towards cosy, inviting spaces with painted finishes, muted tones, and comfortable seating. Create a kitchen you'll love to live in.
2026 UK Interior Design Trends: Midimalism & Digital Detox
Discover the 5 key interior design trends transforming British homes in 2026, from 'midimalism' to tech-free spaces and warm coffee tones. Refresh your home today.
First-time buyers need £23,000 deposit, London £44,800
New data reveals first-time buyers need a £23,000 deposit on average, taking six years to save. Londoners face a £44,800 challenge. Discover the regional divide and how buyers are coping.
Legal challenge looms for Chinese mega embassy in London
Residents near the Tower of London are preparing a judicial review if the government approves China's vast new embassy, citing fears of spying and unfair process. Read the full story.
Slave Descendants Fight to Protect Georgia Island Homes
Residents of Georgia's Sapelo Island, a historic Gullah-Geechee community, take a property tax and zoning battle to the ballot box. Will voters protect their heritage?
Landlord's £412 bond deductions for limescale and dust spark fury
A British tenant is fighting a landlord's attempt to withhold £412 from their deposit for 'flattened carpet fibres', limescale and dust. Discover the bizarre charges and your rights.
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