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AI generatedIn construction lending: A good time to be the right borrower
Declining housing starts make projects with solid sponsors and sufficient equity a sought-after commodity for lenders in the market.
AI generatedHigher yields on government bonds sustainably influence commercial real estate market
Rising US government bond yields and increased policy rates are leading to sustained caution among lenders and investors in the commercial real estate sector.
AI generatedMarco Caffuzzi Moves to Latham & Watkins: Five Questions on Career and the Real Estate Market
Experienced real estate lawyer Marco Caffuzzi discusses his move to Latham & Watkins, his formative projects, and the increasing complexity of transactions i…
AI generatedPatel Family Secures £16.2m Refinancing for South London Mixed-Use Property
The Patel family has completed a £16.2m refinancing for a mixed-use property in South London.
AI generatedGB Bank finances London real estate portfolio worth £62 million
GB Bank provided two financing lines totalling £62 million for the acquisition and refinancing of residential, retail, and office properties in London.
AI generatedGovernment confirms new funding programme for first-time buyers
The British government has announced plans for a new equity loan scheme for first-time property buyers.
AI generatedLandlords retain legal liability despite commissioning estate agents
Landlords' legal responsibility for compliance breaches persists even when using letting agencies, as industry experts warn.
AI generatedParents Help Adult Children with Property Financing Through Rent Repayment
A study shows that over half of parents who charge their adult children rent set it aside, either fully or partially, for a property deposit.
AI generatedFive rural properties listed near foraging areas in the UK
Five residential properties in rural areas of England, Scotland, and Wales have been put up for sale near designated foraging areas.
AI generatedTenants' organisation demands abolition of insured tenancy deposits
A tenants' organisation has submitted a petition to UK Housing Minister Angela Rayner, demanding the abolition of insured tenancy deposits.
AI generatedBritish Buyers Show Less Compromise in Property Acquisition
A recent study reveals that British property buyers are less willing to adjust their expectations compared to other English-speaking markets.
AI generatedMartin & Co Franchisee Acquires Basingstoke Branch
David Rebe, an existing Martin & Co franchisee, has expanded his presence to three locations by acquiring the Basingstoke branch.
AI generatedSunday Summary: Corcoran Sunshine in the Luxury Residential Market
In an interview with Kelly Kennedy Mack, the article sheds light on the developments and strategies of the Corcoran Sunshine Marketing Group in the luxury co…
AI generatedUS Government Acquires Defense Health Agency Headquarters in Northern Virginia for USD 285 Million
The US government has acquired the Defense Health Agency headquarters in Northern Virginia for USD 285 million, adding another large office complex to the fe…
AI generatedConstruction Company Brasfield & Gorrie Leases 19,330 SF in Broward County
Construction company Brasfield & Gorrie is relocating its South Florida base from Coral Gables to Weston, tripling its office space.
AI generatedHarbor Associates Sells Office Campus in North L.A. County for $32 Million
Strauss Investments acquires the 157,000 square foot 'Commons at Valencia' office campus in Santa Clarita, which is 79 per cent leased.
AI generatedLegion Investment Group and SMA Equities Cooperate on Upper East Side Residential Project
Legion Investment Group and SMA Equities are jointly developing a 300,000 square foot residential project on Manhattan's Upper East Side and have secured USD…
AI generatedDevelopers file plans for 402-unit residential project on Astoria waterfront
A duo of developers has filed plans for the construction of a 402-unit residential building in Astoria, Queens.
AI generatedPrestige Companies reacquires Dania Beach, Florida, residential complex at a discount
A residential complex in Dania Beach, Florida, changed hands for US$27.3 million, almost US$10 million below its previous sale price.
AI generatedGreystone finances apartment acquisition in Chicago area with US$35 million
Greystone has provided US$35.4 million in acquisition financing for Grand Lifestyles' purchase of a 216-unit residential complex in Naperville, Illinois.
AI generatedTen Key Insights into the US Real Estate Market in September 2026
The US residential real estate market is losing momentum, with the slowdown in September 2026 being regionally and financially inconsistent.
AI generatedAquarian Real Estate Partners and 3650 Capital Finance $72M Chicago Area Acquisition
Rhino Investments Group has secured $72.3 million in financing for its acquisition of the Randhurst Village shopping centre.
AI generatedBridging Finance of £206,000 for Renovation of Liverpool Property
A six-bedroom, detached property in Liverpool, which had been vacant for over ten years, is receiving £206,000 in bridging finance for its acquisition and re…
AI generatedFive rural properties listed near foraging areas in the UK
Five rural residential properties in England, Scotland, and Wales, located near foraging areas, have been put up for sale.
AI generatedPotential Expansion of Luxury Tax by Lowering the Threshold
The proposed luxury tax could affect significantly more properties if the UK government reduces the threshold from £2 million to £1.5 million.
AI generatedEstate Agents Sensitised to Handling AI-Powered Smart Glasses
Real estate companies are urged to update their compliance guidelines due to potential data protection risks posed by smart glasses during property viewings.
AI generatedHousing security takes precedence over pension provision for British retirees
Almost half of adults in the United Kingdom prioritise full home ownership over pension savings when planning for retirement.
AI generatedLondon Property Owners Pay £3.1 Billion Too Little in Tax, Report Finds
According to a new study by the Resolution Foundation, London property owners pay £3.1 billion too little in land taxes compared to property values.
AI generatedTenancy law reform shifts London's rental cycles
The introduction of the Renters' Rights Act in May 2026 has altered the seasonal pattern of the London rental market, with an earlier peak in activity.
AI generatedReal Estate Industry Demands Coherent Strategy for First-Time Buyers
A mortgage broker is appealing to the Labour government to consolidate its support programmes for first-time buyers into a unified approach.