Month: May 2025
UK Proposes Overhaul of AIFM Regulatory Regime
In April 2025, HM Treasury (HMT) and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) launched a significant consultation aimed at reforming the UK’s regulatory framework for Alternative Investment Fund Managers (AIFMs). This initiative marks the UK’s strategic divergence from the EU’s AIFMD II, with a focus on reducing regulatory burdens, supporting growth, and maintaining core protections for…
The 5 Riskiest Housing Markets to Avoid in 2025: What Buyers and Investors Need to Know
As the housing market shifts in 2025, not all regions are created equal. While some areas continue to experience steady growth, others face significant risks of sharp price declines. Recent expert analysis highlights five metropolitan markets showing vulnerability to potential corrections: Albuquerque (NM), Atlanta (GA), Winter Haven (FL), Tampa (FL), and Tucson (AZ). These markets…
Fort Gilkicker: A Coastal Fortress Poised for Renaissance
On the southern tip of Gosport, where the Solent meets the shore in a quiet yet commanding sweep, sits Fort Gilkicker, a curving Victorian-era coastal battery whose granite walls have weathered both time and tide. Long dormant, the Grade II*-listed structure has now emerged as a focal point in Historic England’s latest initiative to spark…
Lendlease and The Crown Estate Join Forces in a £20 Billion Urban Renaissance to Transform UK Cities
In a bold and visionary move set to redefine the future of urban living in the UK, Australian property powerhouse Lendlease and the prestigious Crown Estate are poised to forge a landmark £20 billion joint venture. This 50:50 partnership promises to unlock the full potential of six of the nation’s most strategically significant regeneration sites,…
BC Real Estate Association Calls for Smart Short-Term Rental Fixes to Boost Tourism and Balance Housing Crunch
Vancouver, BC – British Columbia stands at a crucial crossroads. On one side: an urgent housing crisis gripping communities across the province. On the other: a tourism industry gearing up for a potential boom amid global uncertainties and rising domestic travel. Now, the BC Real Estate Association (BCREA) is sounding the alarm and calling for…
Bonds Avenue by Amirah Developments: Dubai’s Bold New Beacon of Waterfront Luxury
Dubai, UAE In a defining moment for the city’s real estate future, Amirah Developments has launched its debut project, Bonds Avenue, a breathtaking waterfront community set on the reimagined Dubai Islands. Coming at a time when the UAE’s real estate market has skyrocketed past Dh2.5 trillion in asset value, this development is more than timely,…
From Fields to Future: Controversial 47-Acre Industrial Estate Proposal Sparks Public Debate in East Devon
A quiet corner of East Devon is at the heart of a growing debate that could reshape its future literally. Plans are underway to transform nearly 50 acres of rolling farmland near the village of Sowton into a major industrial and commercial hub, igniting both excitement and concern across the community. Waddeton Park Ltd, a…
Rural Property Market Outpaces Urban Growth
Over the past five years, house prices in predominantly rural areas have grown by 23%, outpacing the 18% rise in urban areas, according to Nationwide. Semi-rural areas also saw strong growth (22%). The standout performers were rural terraced and semi-detached properties, both increasing by 25%, while urban flats lagged behind with just 6% growth. The…
Locked Out of the Dream: How Over-Regulation is Making Homes Unaffordable Globally
Housing has become one of the top financial concerns worldwide, with homeownership slipping further out of reach for the middle and working classes. In the U.S., over a third of Americans spend more than 30% of their income on housing, and the situation is similarly dire across the globe. Cities like Sydney, Los Angeles, and…
Hodge Supercharges Real Estate Ambitions with Appointment of Industry Veteran John Carter
Cardiff, UK – May 2025 In a bold move set to reshape its real estate finance future, Cardiff-headquartered Hodge has appointed seasoned property finance expert John Carter as its new Head of Real Estate Finance, effective 1 May 2025. This appointment marks a high-impact chapter in the bank’s evolution as it revamps its strategy and…