UK Property

More families are bracing for inheritance tax bills – often running into tens of thousands of pounds – with people in some parts of the country to be worse hit than others.A new report has highlighted the UK’s inheritance tax hotspots, where the number of estates liable for the tax, as well as how much is due, are set to increase.Inner London stands out with some of the highest figures for inheritance tax, due to its substantial wealth concentration and high property values. But other cities like Wolverhampton, Manchester, Bradford,...

Sara Haigh has a crumbly old property crammed full of nasty surprises such as bottles filled with urine into a beautiful holiday home close to the seafront in PlymouthSara Haigh bought the rundown home and decided to spruce it up(Image: Supplied)A pensioner poured £100,000 and three years of her life into turning Britain’s ‘most disgusting home’ into a coastal paradise.Sara Haigh, 65, bought the garbage-filled hoarder’s house in Plymouth, Devon on a whim after being given just 15 minutes to view it before it went to auction in 2021. A...

A British family has revealed how they left the UK to buy a spacious three-bedroom house in Bulgaria for just £25,000 and they didn’t even view it before purchasing. Their renovation journey, shared on TikTok under @RenovateBulgariaWithUs, has captured the attention of many, as they transform their new property near Svilengrad, close to the Turkish border.The family decided to buy the house last year on a 'spontaneous Wednesday afternoon', a decision that surprised many but is becoming increasingly common as some are looking for more affordable alternatives to the UK...

The UK has been warned that its food security is at risk ahead of Labour's changes to inheritance tax (IHT), which are expected to severely impact farmers. Adjustments to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) and Business Property Relief (BPR) announced by Rachel Reeves in her maiden budget are expected to take effect from April 2026, though the Government has faced calls to delay this by a year. The changes mean IHT relief for business and for agricultural assets will be capped at £1million, with a rate of 20% being charged above...

While the UK government is focused on dealing with an influx of refugees, a new trend has seemed to emerge in the country. Here are the reasons why people of all ages are leaving the countryread moreWhile the United Kingdom is dealing with an influx of refugees from all around the world, a new trend seems to have taken over the country, raising long-term concerns. A Financial Times report analysed the UK migration statistics and found that people of all ages are leaving the country.One of the major reasons for...

The most expensive seaside area has been crowned and the average property price reaches a staggering price of £965,708. A new study released by Lloyds Banking Group reveals that Sandbanks is Britain's most expensive coastal location. While the property price actually dropped from 3% compared to last year, Sandbanks, in the seaside town of Poole, still tops the ranking as being the most expensive spot yet again. Sandbanks is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the UK with turquoise-coloured waters and some of the most expensive homes in...

Image Description: Sidd Mahajan is the founder and managing director of Tulip Real EstateLONDON, June 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In a landmark move that solidifies its presence in the UK's luxury hotel market, Tulip Real Estate, led by founder and managing director Sidd Mahajan, has acquired the prestigious 5-star Hilton London Syon Park for approximately £30 million. Image Description: Hilton London, Syon Park Get the latest news delivered to your inbox Sign up for The Manila Times newsletters By signing up with an email address, I acknowledge that I...

A popular seaside resort that has grappled with its image in recent years is facing yet another blow, as it seemingly struggles to sell a huge £18.5 million shopping complexBangor was recently dubbed the worst seaside resort in the UK(Image: Getty Images/iStockphoto)A popular seaside city savagely ranked as one of the UK's worst has clapped back at claims it has suffered a major blow over a £18.5 million complex.For many, Bangor - nestled on the coast of Wales and just a stone's throw from Snowdonia National Park - is a...

As of April last year, nearly 6,000 estates across the UK remain unclaimed. This could equate to a staggering £1,674,281,307 lying dormant in property value alone until the rightful heirs can be identified, according to law firm Weightmans.These unclaimed estates may also include assets, savings, heirlooms and potentially life-altering windfalls. While the exact contents of each estate are unknown, the names of the deceased are made public in an attempt to locate their next of kin and beneficiaries. The government maintains a comprehensive list of all the unclaimed estates in...

A handful of cities in Texas are grabbing the attention of international buyers, who are coming mainly from India, China, and Mexico to find low prices amid a possible housing crash. Houston, Austin, and San Antonio all made the list of destinations where homebuyers from around the world are purchasing investment properties, second homes for their kids, or a home they will retire in.Houston was the number 5 most searched US city by non-US consumers throughout the month of April, according to a new report from Realtor.com.International demand also grew noticeably in...