As the housing crisis continues to intensify, it’s no surprise to see the issue rising up the political agenda. Interest rate hikes have led to soaring repayments for homeowners, with experts predicting a mortgage ‘timebomb’ as many fixed rate deals come to an end. Rents, meanwhile, are at their highest on record and reportedly account … Continued
Sustainable design in property development is gaining significant momentum in the UK, as more developers recognise the long-term benefits it offers. By integrating environmentally conscious practices into the design, construction and operation of buildings, sustainable design aims to minimise the negative impact on the environment while maximising economic and social benefits. Environmental benefits Sustainable design … Continued
The UK housing market has witnessed a significant surge in the demand for new-build properties in recent years. As more homebuyers are drawn to the allure of modern living, the advantages of choosing a new-build home over a period property have become increasingly evident. But what are the key benefits that new-build homes offer? Contemporary … Continued
When Rachel Maclean became the new Housing Minister earlier this year, it prompted a lot of dissension as she was the sixth person in a year to have held the role. While the previous incumbents of the position have barely had time to let the ink dry on their contract, it is hoped that Ms … Continued
Moving into a newly built home is a dream for many. Getting to that stage, though, is no easy task and is the culmination of months, even years, of hard work and great planning. From finding a suitable site for development to handing over the keys on a finished home takes a good deal of … Continued
At LW Developments, we pride ourselves on building relationships, not just homes. Our people are important to us as they are the lifeblood of our family business. We thought we would kick off 2023 by introducing you to some of our key people. This month, we have been talking to Director Glenn Williamson. When did … Continued
The end of one year and the start of a new one is often a time for making decisions, for looking ahead and planning changes. They may be small – like joining a gym or giving up smoking – or something on a larger scale … changing career, starting up a business or looking to … Continued
No matter what your political preference may be, it is fair to say that the Government line-up has been pretty turbulent after Truss’ tenure lasted a mere 45 days. Now that Rishi Sunak has been established as the new Prime Minister, the hope is that he will remain in power for longer than a limp … Continued
Anyone who has not seen the screaming headlines about the forthcoming energy crisis must have been living under an (unheated) rock for the last few months. The press has repeatedly warned people of the impending price hike, which experts believe has been caused because of the Ukraine war and the pandemic. For most, the ‘whys’ … Continued
As Britain faces a cost-of-living crisis, rising inflation and an impending recession, the property industry argues that addressing the housing crisis is one way to strengthen our economy. In this article, we take a look at what the changes announced in the mini-Budget mean for investors and homeowners. Among Kwasi Kwarteng’s widespread tax cuts, the … Continued