by Necco | Oct 27, 2016 | news, Uncategorized
A property company managed by Schroders Plc is bidding for an office building in Frankfurt, anticipating that the banking fallout from Brexit will boost values in the German financial centre. The London-based property investor isn’t alone in preparing for an exodus... by Necco | Oct 19, 2016 | news, Uncategorized
MIPIM UK 2016: There will be some downsizing in the capital in the wake of Brexit, according to Sir Howard Davies, chairman of Royal Bank of Scotland. In his keynote speech, Davies said: “Banks will move the balance of activity that they undertake here to other... by Necco | Oct 19, 2016 | news, Uncategorized
MIPIM UK NEWS: The most transformational aspect of the PRS is its long-term commitment, says Dan Batterton, fund manager at L&G. Speaking at a MIPIM UK session looking into whether the transformational potential of the UK PRS had been overstated, Batterton said:... by Necco | Oct 19, 2016 | news, Uncategorized
It’s bigger, faster and – with mayor Sadiq Khan’s new 35% affordable housing threshold – could work for renters as well as landlords. Graham Shone reveals why PRS is on the cusp of delivering long-term, stable returns that could see both domestic and foreign investors... by Necco | Oct 19, 2016 | news, Uncategorized
MIPIM UK NEWS: People are “settling” for PRS, according to Kate Davies, chief executive of Notting Hill Housing Association, and not choosing. At a MIPIM UK 2016 debate looking into solutions for the housing shortage, she said: “PRS just a very expensive form... by Necco | Oct 12, 2016 | Uncategorized
There was a spike in activity from potential buy-to-let investors during the third quarter, suggesting the effect on demand of a hike in stamp duty for buyers of additional properties is wearing off. Rightmove, the property listings website, reported a 30% rise in the...