UK Property

A property PR firm is set to expand its services following a merger. Elevate PR and Ellwood PR have joined forces to create a single, full-service agency, combining nearly 30 years of experience to deliver high-profile campaigns.  The London-based business, which will continue to specialise in public relations, digital marketing, social media and crisis communications, supporting developers, estate agents and architects, will trade as Elevate PR while incorporating Ellwood branding. Led by Chanel Bailey and Adam Foster, the agency says it will offer “even more specialised, targeted services” for clients,...

David Stritch is senior FX analyst at Caxton Recent weeks saw the team at RAW Capital Partners release research suggesting that interest in the UK property market is growing amongst overseas investors. This isn’t surprising. As anyone who lives in the UK knows, while the weather may be unreliable, the upward tick in property values seems to be a given. Nevertheless, there are a range of uncertainties currently at play in the UK and beyond which investors should consider carefully before committing to investing in UK real estate. Taking an...

Stacey Solomon has bought at least four properties in the last four years, which are now worth around £6m.The TV host has shown herself to be an amazing entrepreneur dabbling in showbiz, retail, books - and now we can reveal she’s a dab hand at investments.7Stacey Solomon has built a property portfolio worth millionsCredit: supplied7The savvy star has snapped up four homes in four yearsCredit: Matt McQuillan / Channel 47She is also the sole owner of hers and Joe's family home Pickle CottageCredit: InstagramThe 35-year-old already owns Pickle Cottage, the...

Properties in Scotland's biggest city typically spend just 30 days on the market, whilst homes in Edinburgh are typically taken off the market after 47 days, according to new figures from property investment firm Quick Move Now and property website Home.co.uk. The property firms have released a list of the best and worst places to sell a property in the UK, based on how long homes stay on the market.  By comparison, Aberdeen is listed as one of the worst places to sell a property in the UK, with properties typically spending...

Each room of the property is dark, dilapidated and covered in filth - but its due to be auctioned for a second time after with a slashed price failing to meet its reserve last weekThe creepy property is due to be auctioned again on May 8(Image: Jam Press/Auction House)Britain's "creepiest" home sprawled with blood-red "keep out" graffiti is due to be auctioned for a second time after it failed to sell last week.In a bid to bring attract a dedicated buyer to commit to a "complete renovation", the asking price...

Set within the coveted Harbourside development, this fantastic three-bedroom property sits in an enviable corner position, and is already creating waves on the market.  Harbourside, Inverkip (Image: Zoopla) To find out more about it call Slater Hogg on 01475 327159 or visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/69828180/ The home is described as being perfect for a wide variety of prospective buyers seeking a permanent home for the family or a coastal base.  In the lounge, viewers will find a lot of space for relaxing at any time of the day.  (Image: Zoopla) Patio doors let in...

The property firms have released a list of the best and worst places to sell a property in the UK, based on how long homes stay on the market.  By comparison, Aberdeen is listed as one of the worst places to sell a property in the UK, with properties typically spending 172 days on the market.  READ MORE: 'International enquiries' for £1 million home in historic town 'Spoilt for choice' home buyers to set the pricing tempo in affluent areas Guest house in famous Highland golfing town up for sale...

Osborne King has been acquired by Savills Ireland, in a move described as strengthening Savills’ position as the biggest property advisor on the island, with more than 450 employees.The acquisition of Osborne King, described as a “respected and well-established” agency, adds 36 employees to Savills’ headcount.Osborne King has handled many major property deals, and is currently advertising significant assets for sale such as Lindsay House, on sale for offers over £1.75m. Osborne King, now acquired by Savills Ireland, is currently advertising Lindsay House in Belfast city centre for saleSavills Ireland...

Applicants named in planning documents as P G and Mrs E Braathen have submitted a planning application to the Lake District National Park Authority to convert Belmount Hall, near Hawkshead, into a large holiday-let or a single dwelling-house. Planning documents state the grade II listed building, which dates back to the 18th century, needs a ‘repair and maintenance project’. Under the previous long-term tenants the property was a ‘popular’ wedding, events venue and guest house until April 2024, plans add. Planning documents state for the months prior to this there were...

They are also holders of the 2023-2024 Regional Silver Winner Letting Agent in Yorkshire (North & East) award. Judges say their team performed outstandingly throughout the extensive judging period, which focused on customer service levels. Verity Frearson Lettings, Harrogate have now been shortlisted for a number of national awards which will be announced shortly. RECOMMENDED READING: The British Property Awards provide agents throughout the UK with a great opportunity to compare the service that they provide against the service provided by their local, regional and national competition. Agents who go...