Prime central London is having a comeback moment
Throughout the pandemic period, London properties have not lagged behind properties in regional cities. Within London, prime central has been notably slow. Why? Traditionally speaking, the prime central London market has a higher exposure to cash-rich international investors. The premium pricing also means that the pool of local demand is not as robust as the…
Three promising industries for Hongkongers in the UK
After quitting their jobs and moving to the UK, many Hongkongers are asking “Now what do I do?” The Office for National Statistics (ONS) reports the unemployment rate in the UK as 4.3% in 2021, indicating that the labour market as a whole is doing ‘pretty good’, all things considered. So how will the newly arriving Hongkongers…
Gazing into the property crystal ball
It feels like 2021 passed by fast, doesn’t it? And yet so much has happened. Well, we did start the year off with the US capitol being attacked by Trump supporters, so we knew that we were in for a wild year from the start. Although not as dramatic as an attack on the capitol,…
The United ‘Animal’ Kingdom
It’s no surprise that pet ownership exploded in the UK during the pandemic. After all, having an animal around can be good for your mental health, and provides relief from staring at four walls and a screen all day. In the UK, 17 million households collectively own over 12 million dogs and 12 million cats. To put…
Calling Bob the Builder: UK Housing Shortage
When you read through the UK property news, there is a common theme that you cannot escape. Whether it’s buried in the background of the story or staring at you from the headlines, the fact remains: There are not enough houses in the UK, and nobody really knows what to do about it. Across the…