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Practical Tech Tweaks That Accelerate Property Transactions

Buying or selling property often involves multiple parties, strict timelines, and a heavy load of documentation. Delays are common, often caused not by major legal issues but by routine inefficiencies. Many firms still rely on outdated manual systems or fragmented digital methods, which can stall progress and frustrate clients.

Digital solutions are available and affordable, yet adoption...

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Construction nears completion at Pembers Hill Park in Hampshire

Building work is almost complete at Pembers Hill Park in the Hampshire village of Fair Oak.

Drew Smith Homes, part of Vistry Group, has built 242 new homes at the location, including 85 affordable properties for rent or shared ownership, as well as renovating three existing buildings as homes.

There are now just 18 houses remaining for sale, including the three refurbished...

Homebuilder donates play equipment to Knaresborough nursery

Local Homebuilder, Barratt and David Wilson Homes Yorkshire West has backed a local Knaresborough nursery with a £500 play equipment donation.

With more than two decades of experience, Kids at Heart has been providing children in Knaresborough, Ripon, Boroughbridge, Harrogate and the surrounding areas with a fully-rounded nursery experience, from newborns to school-aged children....

Build to Rent and its potential to deliver community benefits, including affordable housing by Andy Jones, Group Director, Corporate & Build to Rent, Leaders Romans Group (LRG)

The concept of Build to Rent (BTR) and more specifically, its regional iteration, BTR suburban communities, is a relatively new property type. BTR, together with private market housing and affordable housing, falls within the C3 Use Class. But developers and operators of this innovative form of property development are now asking the question, should it be bound by the same limitations as...

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How to Identify Locations for Sustainable New Settlements by Matt Clarke, Director, Boyer, and Head of Boyer’s Colchester office

This is, of course, the “million dollar question” when it comes to pin-pointing sites that could be successfully promoted and developed as new settlements or strategic urban extensions.

Based on experience of strategic sites that I have been involved in the promotion of during my time at Boyer, I would say that for both standalone new settlements and larger urban extensions a crucial...

Top Reasons to Choose the Cayman Islands Real Estate

You might achieve the desired outcome if you invest in one area. But, distributing your investments can reduce your risk probability. As a versatile investment, real estate allows you to diversify across different types of properties. This diversification strategy helps mitigate the impact of localized market fluctuations.

Many people avoid investing in real estate because they...

Trade body’s property protection tips to tackle flooding

Householders dealing with the aftermath of Storm Henk can take steps to protect their homes from future flood events, says a national trade body.

The Property Care Association says that unsettled weather patterns being seen year on year mean flood resilience is becoming paramount for many householders across the UK.

More than 600 Flood Warnings were in put place due to Storm...

Celebrate the New Year with a new home from Dandara

Start the new year in style with homes ready to move into at Dandara’s Saxon Park.

The Biddenham development, located just three miles outside of Bedford, features a collection of excellently designed three-, four- and five-bedroom homes. Following the success of phase one, over 50% of the development is now sold. The second phase of the development is now on sale with several homes...

Housebuilder launches key workers scheme at Devon developments

Regional housebuilder Allison Homes South West is launching a key workers scheme at its four Devon developments helping those who work in the public sector to get a step onto or move up the property ladder.

The key workers scheme is available to members of the Blue Light Card or Defence Discount Service, including those in the NHS, Police, Fire Service, Social Care and Armed Forces,...

A Short Guide to Developing a Successful Commercial Property Portfolio

Commercial property investment can be highly rewarding, offering tangible assets, potential for significant returns, and diversification of an investment portfolio. However, the path to success in this field requires careful planning, market understanding, and strategic execution.

Identifying Lucrative Opportunities

Success in commercial property investment often hinges on...

Understanding the true cost of solar panels in the UK

In recent years, the UK has seen a surge in the adoption of solar energy. This green energy source not only contributes to reducing carbon emissions but also offers a long-term solution to energy costs. For homeowners and businesses considering the switch to solar, understanding the actual cost of solar panels is crucial. This article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of the financial...

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