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Fine & Country to mark 25 years at annual conference and awards

Fine & Country will mark its 25th anniversary this year at its Annual Conference, Gala Dinner and Awards Ceremony, which will be held at The Belfry Hotel & Resort on 27 March. The event represents a change from previous years…

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An Architectural Jewel with a Hollywood Pedigree in the Heart of Palm Springs

A storied legacy precedes the iconic William Holden Estate, located at 1323 S Driftwood Drive. Designed and built by prominent master builder Joseph Pawling, this mid-century modern landmark embodies effortless Palm Springs style and timeless allure. Set across 4,449 square…

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Property auctions end the year on a strong footing – latest data shows

December capped a strong end to the year for the UK property auction market, with activity accelerating across all key measures, according to the latest data from Essential Information Group (EIG). Lots offered rose 14.2% year on year, while lots…

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The ‘government has made a pig’s ear of inheritance tax reform’ as receipts increase

Inheritance tax (IHT) receipts for April to December 2025 reached £6.6bn, up £200m from the same period in 2024, according to the latest HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) figures. The data show a sharp increase in self-assessment payments in December,…

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The Agency’s Don Flood Photographs Palm Springs for New Design Book

This past November marked the debut of “Inside Palm Springs,” a hardcover volume featuring striking photography by The Agency’s Don Flood, Managing Partner of The Agency San Miguel de Allende. A globally renowned fashion and beauty photographer, Don has worked…

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Room for growth – prime property markets set to bottom out in 2026

Savills has released its forecast for the prime housing market, predicting a gradual recovery across London and regional prime markets. Following the recent Budget, greater certainty is expected to support property values in 2026 and beyond. Prime Central London is…

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Comings & Goings – Property Industry Eye

Jonathan Latham Savills has announced the appointment of director Jonathan Latham as head of its Cardiff office, effective 1st January 2026. He succeeds Chris Potts, who established the Savills Cardiff office in 2007 and will continue to lead the company’s…

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The Agency’s Cody Garcia Featured in New Docuseries for Heroism During Malibu Area Fire

This past December marked the one-year anniversary of the Franklin Fire, which wreaked havoc in and around the Malibu area. As communities have continued to heal and rebuild, stories of heroism have risen to the surface, highlighting residents who looked…

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Call for urgent property tax reform to reverse falling transactions

Taxation continues to act as a barrier to property transactions, with major reform needed if conditions are to improve, according to Propertymark. The industry body says current tax levels are affecting both buyer and seller activity across the UK housing…

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Leasehold reforms risk Labour rebellion, prime minister warned

Angela Rayner Labour MPs have warned the government against diluting its manifesto commitment to cap ground rents for leaseholders, saying it could prompt a backbench rebellion. Ahead of the 2024 general election, Labour pledged to cap ground rents at £250.…