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“It is not the strongest or most intelligent who will survive, but those who can best manage change.” Charles Darwin
New planning reforms in August 2020 opened up the possibility of new permitted development rights and new use classes. These changes have opened up the possibility of...
It’s no surprise the world has become more environmentally conscious. The rapid rise of fossil fuels over the last century has led to climate change concerns, accelerating the adoption of a sustainable way of life.
This is a concern affecting us and all future generations, and we need to...
Little Wolford originates from the 15th century and is the perfect Grade II listed Manor House. Keeping many of its original features, you are taken back in time through its great hall and minstrels gallery. The property also has a gate lodge, separate cottage and outstanding views over the 34...
In collaboration with London-based McQueens Flowers, Milc created the perfect urban retreat with wellness at its core within Shoreditch-based development The Makers.
The large-scale development has a striking silhouette with an interconnected podium and tower, reaching 28 storeys. A generous...
The past year has seen the construction industry navigate another year of ups and downs, and once again, sustainability and decarbonisation have been at the top of the agenda. The bombardment of media attention and government announcements have peaked this month with COP26, where mounting...
At OnPoint Mortgages we have always worked with investors attracted by the yields in many houses in multiple occupation (HMO).
An HMO is classified as a property rented out by at least 3 people who are not from 1 ‘household’ (for example a family) but share facilities like the...
Firstly let me explain what the triple lock was. Some readers will know this was the system used by the government to determine the annual increase of the state pension.
It was announced in early September by Therese Coffey, the Work and Pensions Secretary, that the triple lock is to be...
In the first in a series of ESG-related articles, CrowdProperty looks to demystify this broad topic with a particular focus on its importance both in the real estate sector and from a lending perspective.
There will be many of us who have become familiar with the acronym ESG in recent times,...
On 27 October the Chancellor, Rishi Sunak, presented his “Build Back Better” budget with ambitions to level up and reduce regional inequality. Compared to previous budgets, where the property sector suffered both new and increase taxes, this time the sector, other than the large...
Property developers know well that cash is king and that being able to get higher gearing from a lender can make or break a property deal. Roxana Mohammadian-Molina, Chief Strategy Officer at specialist development finance lender Blend Network, argues that as the pandemic ebbs, we need to get...
Sustainability and eco-friendly are at the top of everybody’s mind right now. From media to politicians to corporates and even us, everyday citizens.
A huge Climate Change conference with world leaders concluded in the UK in early November 2021, conclusions of which have kept alive the...
Luxury design and a flawless finish completed across three incredible spaces. Milc were instructed to create three inspiring show apartments for One Bishopsgate Plaza which is home to the Pan Pacific Hotel London as an escape from the bustling city below, each one with a beautiful, original...