Real Estate

Build-to-Rent Sector Growth in the UK Build-to-Rent (BTR) continues to expand rapidly in the UK as institutional investors like pension funds increasingly back this market, encouraged by high rental demand and a growing preference for professionally managed rental properties. Rising rents, along with a trend towards larger-scale, professionally managed developments, are reshaping the residential rental […]

Ireland’s Residential Sector Faces Supply Strain Amid High Demand Ireland’s residential real estate market is seeing high demand but is facing ongoing supply constraints. This dynamic has resulted in continuous price increases and a lack of affordable housing, exacerbated by slow construction output. With house prices rising faster than incomes, younger buyers struggle to afford

Student Housing Boom Amid Rising Demand for Accommodation The UK’s student housing sector is expanding rapidly, with significant investments targeting student accommodation facilities in key cities like Leeds, Liverpool, and Salford. High-profile projects, including the construction of what will be the tallest student accommodation tower in the world, reflect the ongoing demand for student housing

London Office Market Remains Attractive for Investment In London, prime office spaces are still in high demand, particularly with international investors and private equity groups targeting locations with accessibility to Crossrail and other transport links. Recent developments include record-setting lease rates, with office spaces in Fitzrovia and the Square Mile attracting top prices. The office

Ireland’s Housing Market Rebounds Despite Supply Challenges Ireland’s housing market showed modest gains with a 0.6% increase in asking prices in Q3 2023. Although price growth remains slow, demand continues to outstrip supply, keeping competition high. The recent Census highlights a serious shortage in housing stock per capita, pointing to a 28% increase in adults

UK Housing Prices Stabilize with Potential for Recovery in 2024 After significant declines earlier in 2023, UK property prices are expected to stabilize, with a potential upturn in 2024. This trend follows the Bank of England’s decision to pause interest rate hikes, which is providing some relief to buyers and sellers alike. London’s prime property

UK Rent Reaches Record High Amidst Housing Supply Crisis Rents across the UK continue to hit record highs, with significant increases particularly in London, where prices rose 12.1% year-over-year. This spike is largely driven by an ongoing shortage of rental properties, especially affecting young professionals who are increasingly priced out of the city. The average

Luxury Homes Remain a Safe Haven for Billionaire Buyers. Despite global challenges such as climate disasters and high mortgage rates, luxury real estate remains a favoured asset class for billionaires. High-end properties continue to attract ultra-wealthy buyers, who see them as stable investments amid broader economic volatility. This trend underscores the resilience of the luxury

Philadelphia Avoids Nationwide Eviction Surge. Unlike many U.S. cities, Philadelphia has managed to avoid a surge in evictions, thanks to proactive measures by local authorities. The city’s focus on tenant protections and rental assistance programs has helped keep eviction rates low, despite broader economic pressures. This approach is being watched closely as a potential model

NAR Faces Membership Challenges Amid Legal and Market Shifts. The National Association of Realtors (NAR) is navigating turbulent times, with legal challenges and market changes impacting its membership base. Despite a small decline in membership, NAR is actively working to retain agents by emphasizing the value of their services and offering free educational resources. The