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Market analysis, acquisition guides and expert commentary from London Property Brokerage Limited

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Budget Watch

The Real Budget Risk for Prime London Sellers Isn’t the Mansion Tax

Chancellor John Healey delivers the Budget on 28 October 2026. For prime London owners, CGT alignment — not the mansion tax — is the real question to weigh.

8 September 2026 · 7 min read
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Market Update

The Mansion Tax Is Coming: What £2m+ London Owners Need to Know Before April 2028

The High Value Council Tax Surcharge hits homes worth £2m+ from April 2028. Here’s what prime London owners need to know before the bands are finalised.

4 September 2026 · 7 min read
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HMO

Selling an HMO in 2026? Why Licensing Creep Is Turning Landlords Into Sellers

HMO fines have risen to £40,000 and licences don't transfer on sale. Here's how HMO landlords can exit in 2026 without leaving value on the table.

1 September 2026 · 7 min read
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Market Insight

The 15-Point Pricing Gap: Why How You Price a Prime London Home Matters More Than Ever

New 2026 data shows prime London homes priced right sell for a 3.9% discount to asking, while those that wait over a year lose 19.3%. Here's why it matters.

28 August 2026 · 7 min read
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Market Insight

Down Valuations at "A Scale Not Seen Before": What Prime London Buyers and Sellers Must Do

Brokers report down valuations at a scale not seen before — up to a third knocked off in some cases. Here's how prime buyers and sellers can protect a deal before it collapses.

25 August 2026 · 6 min read
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Investment

Prime London's Rental Squeeze: What the Renters' Rights Act Means for Landlords in 2026

Prime central London rental growth swung from -3.7% to +5.7% in five months as the Renters' Rights Act reshapes the lettings market. Here's what it means if you're letting in prime London.

21 August 2026 · 7 min read
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Market Update

Bank Rate Held at 3.75% Again: What the Fifth Consecutive Pause Means for Prime London Buyers

The Bank of England held rates for a fifth consecutive meeting. Here's what that stability means for prime London buyers, investors and off-market opportunities.

3 August 2026 · 5 min read
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Market Insight

The Widening Gap: Why London's £15m+ Homes Are Booming While Mid-Prime Struggles

London's £15m+ market saw £1.24bn in sales in H1 2026 while mid-prime prices fell 7.9%. Here is what the split means if you're buying or selling.

18 August 2026 · 7 min read
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Buyer Trends

American and Turkish Buyers Are Quietly Reshaping Prime London

US and Turkish buyers are driving demand at the top of the London market in 2026. Here is what that shift means if you're selling above £2m.

7 August 2026 · 6 min read
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Market Insight

Prime London's Contrarian Window: Why Astute Buyers Are Moving Now

Prime Central London prices sit 25%+ below their 2014 peak, yet transactions are rising and rate cuts may be off the table. Here is the window buyers have.

28 July 2026 · 7 min read
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Market Update

Prime London's Summer of Uncertainty: What the Burnham Government Means for Buyers and Sellers

A new Prime Minister, tax reform speculation and falling headline prices — yet demand in prime London is rising. Here is what it means if you are buying or selling now.

26 July 2026 · 6 min read
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Luxury

Luxury Property Acquisitions in London: The Complete Process

From defining your brief to completion — the full acquisition process for London's prime and super-prime property market, explained by a 40-year specialist.

23 May 2026 · 8 min read
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Brokerage

Why Use a Boutique Broker Over a High Street Agent?

High street agents serve the market. A boutique broker serves you. Discover why discerning buyers and sellers in London choose a specialist.

23 May 2026 · 6 min read
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Investment

HMO Investment in London: What Every Investor Needs to Know in 2026

HMOs can deliver 8-12% yields where standard BTL returns 4-5%. Licensing, yield calculations, finance and the best areas explained.

23 May 2026 · 8 min read
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Acquisitions

How to Buy Property Off-Market in London

The most exceptional properties rarely appear on Rightmove. Learn how experienced buyers access deals that never reach the public portals.

23 May 2026 · 7 min read
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