Inside Residential Issue 2: February 2023 Editor's Note Welcome to our second edition of Inside Residential, our round-up of the latest developments in the Prime and Super Prime Residential market and key topics affecting our clients selling or buying properties. Read the full note News New Build vs Second-hand purchases New build properties are attractive purchases for overseas buyers. Key drawcards include modern design specifications, facilities, energy efficiency and minimal maintenance required due to the benefit of a new build warranty. News Interview with James Liffen, Head of Residential Property at Mishcon de Reya LLP We have interviewed James Liffen, Head of Residential Property at Mishcon de Reya and asked a few questions on his practice and the current market situation. News Multiple dwellings relief and "stranger danger" Since 2011, multiple dwellings relief (MDR) has been available to potentially reduce Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) charges where a buyer purchases at least two residential properties (or purchases a dwelling that is linked to another property purchase). News Rural Estates team brings in-depth land and property experience to Mishcon de Reya Following our merger with Taylor Vinters LLP in January we are delighted to announce that the highly respected Rural Estates team is now part of Mishcon de Reya. News Rural estates – projections, trends and challenges for 2023 Despite a turbulent few years, the rural sector remains attractive for many investors. Land has always fared well in difficult economic circumstances and there are some clear trends and challenges we expect to see in the coming year. News The cost of building safety The Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced in the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, imposing new obligations on Landlords to keep buildings safe. Previous Issues Prev Issue 6 Feb 2024 Issue 5 Dec 2023 Issue 4 Sep 2023 Issue 3 Jun 2023 Issue 2 Feb 2023 Share
News New Build vs Second-hand purchases New build properties are attractive purchases for overseas buyers. Key drawcards include modern design specifications, facilities, energy efficiency and minimal maintenance required due to the benefit of a new build warranty.
News Interview with James Liffen, Head of Residential Property at Mishcon de Reya LLP We have interviewed James Liffen, Head of Residential Property at Mishcon de Reya and asked a few questions on his practice and the current market situation.
News Multiple dwellings relief and "stranger danger" Since 2011, multiple dwellings relief (MDR) has been available to potentially reduce Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) charges where a buyer purchases at least two residential properties (or purchases a dwelling that is linked to another property purchase).
News Rural Estates team brings in-depth land and property experience to Mishcon de Reya Following our merger with Taylor Vinters LLP in January we are delighted to announce that the highly respected Rural Estates team is now part of Mishcon de Reya.
News Rural estates – projections, trends and challenges for 2023 Despite a turbulent few years, the rural sector remains attractive for many investors. Land has always fared well in difficult economic circumstances and there are some clear trends and challenges we expect to see in the coming year.
News The cost of building safety The Building Safety Act 2022 was introduced in the wake of the Grenfell tragedy, imposing new obligations on Landlords to keep buildings safe.