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Everything You Need To Know About UK Estate Agent Fees in 2020

  • February 19, 2020
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The fees that estate agents can charge when facilitating the sale of a property can vary considerably. This can affect your final costs to the tune of tens of thousands of pounds. That’s why it’s so important that you understand estate agents fees before you enter into any formal negotiations. In the UK, the majority of people employ the expertise of an estate agent when selling a property. And for good reason: a professional estate agent will know your local…

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UK Property Market Expectations from Andrew Frost – Head of Residential at JLL

The UK property market has experienced a tumultuous couple of years, making it particularly difficult to accurately forecast property market changes. Having the right source of trusted information is vital to anyone moving home or investing in property, so we spoke to Andrew Frost to get a clear picture. As Head of Residential EMEA (Europe, the Middle East and Africa) for JLL, Andrew has a wealth of knowledge and research insights so you can make an informed decision about the…

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Inside the world’s most expensive house

Once again the world's most expensive house has come back on the market. The price, a whopping $410 million dollars (£315m) placing it firmly in the region of mega yachts. While there are private houses which have higher potential valuations, if this achieves the valuation, it will take the title.  The Villa Les Cedres in Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, France, will lay claim to the enviable title of 'world's most expensive house' if sold for its multi-million dollar price tag. Revealing photos from inside…

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The best villa on the most beautiful island in the Seychelles

Defining the most beautiful island in the Seychelles is never going to be easy, with such a diverse range to keep any honeymooning couple happy, yet not all islands were created equal. North Island is arguably the most beautiful island in the Seychelles and when you take a glimpse of North Villa, it could be the closest thing to paradise you have ever seen. Villa North Island is perched on the granite boulders at the far end of East Beach…

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5 of the best London penthouses on the market right now

While the best London Penthouses may not have the eye watering views that New York can offer, the character and variety more than makes up for it. Demand for property in the capital also means these are still eye watering, even if it's only at the price. Our sneak peak can inspire you with some of the greatest interiors and use of space.  So here are the best London Penthouses that you can buy right now. For the big spender…

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Top 5 PropTech innovations, according to a leading property director

Helmsmen caught up with Hugh Dixon, Partner at GWD Property to get his expert view of the top 5 property-technology innovations that are about to make the greatest impact within the property industry. Hugh has been featured in the ePrivate Client's 35 under 35 for private client work and in 2017 he was voted as on of the 'Top Residential Buyers'. We are delighted to announce he has now become a Helmsmen Partner and is ready to find your dream…

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The most expensive home sold in Africa

Congratulations are in order to Dogon Group for the successful sale of Africa's most expensive private home, achieving an eye watering price of R290 million (£15m). However, perhaps the real praise should go to SAOTA Architecture and Design, the incredible group continually delivering some of the most exceptional properties around the globe. In fact, they have garnered a lot of praise for this property after winning the coveted Architizer A+ award. Situated in Bantry Bay and scooped up by a German…

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18th century Italian villa beautifully restored – Interior Inspiration

Summer is on the horizon and our thoughts are already turning to the next holiday escape. Helmsmen Property has the perfect Italian Villa to spend the week with family or friends. We have agreed a 30% discount for Helmsmen subscribers; Contact hello@helmsmen.co.uk for details. Beyond the farmhouse lending itself as an ideal holiday retreat, we were particularly interested in its complete renovation and interior design; both of which make it a 'shamelessly romantic' villa/farmhouse/pallazo! When Peter and Naomi Tate first came across the…

Private Island Perfection – Our tour of Tavern Island

While many New Yorkers hanker after the exclusive reserves of the Hamptons, this Private Island called Tavern Island is more the choice of the connoisseur; the buyer searching for real value . While $10m is hardly considered affordable, when you consider the incredible setup the island offers and that it is just an hour outside of NYC, we think the is the dream escape. The island is spread over 3.5 acres with the main 7 bedroom Tudor house, a cottage and boat house.…