Specialist Skills are in demand, how to attract talent post pandemic

Whilst the pandemic is far from over, here in the UK we are working our way to a more normal life, with all restrictions being lifted and work life being eased back to normality.

UK house prices hit record high

The average UK house price hit £275,000 in December 2021, £27,000 higher than at the same point a year ago.

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Slowdown expected in UK house price rises

The average house price in the UK hit a new record last month although there were signs the rate of increase would slow "considerably" this year.

Modern Home: Finding a Niche in the Market and Filling It

Many refer to it as ‘a lightbulb moment’ but for former letting agent Hollie Wright, it was more of a fully-fledged chandelier. For it was an idea that kickstarted her on a new career – and one that resulted in creating her own company. Today that company employs a team of staff and is going from strength-to-strength.

Prime property market set to surge

Robust economic growth and a shortage of homes on the market are likely to see a 3.5% increase in UK house prices in 2022, according to estate agents Savills.

UK house prices hit new record high

Average house prices across the UK reached a record high in August, even though the annual rate of price inflation slowed slightly, according to the latest property index from lenders Halifax.

August upturn as UK house price growth increases to 11%

Annual house price growth rose from 10.5% in July to 11% in August, according to the latest Nationwide house price index.

UK inflation dips - but not for property

The UK's annual inflation rate unexpectedly fell back to just two per cent in July, but house prices rose at their fastest rate in almost 17 years, according to official data.

Up to 3 million homes powered by hydrogen within next 10 years

The UK government wants up to 3m homes to be powered by hydrogen by 2030, as part of its strategy to move to the low carbon energy source.

Pandemic prompts expats to eye homes at home

The Covid-19 pandemic has resulted in a wave of expatriates seeking to buy properties in their home countries, according to a report in Mansion Global, a news website focusing on the worldwide estate market.

UK relocation residential property update for July 2021

Residential property picture in UK during the busy relocation period, as employees and families are on the move, ready for the start of the new academic year. Latest following Nationwide July House Price Index.

Demand for homes in UK regions grows further

Demand for homes in cities and major towns across the UK picked up again the first quarter of 2021, according to the latest index from an estate agent comparison site.

Business unease over curate's egg budget

The initial reaction from business groups to the UK Budget on Wednesday was that it contained a lot of good bits, but some dodgy elements bits, too.

UK budget: visa easing now, tax tightening later

Changes in the UK's points-based immigration system, which only came into effect at the beginning of January, have been unveiled by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak in his Budget speech on Wednesday.

Chancellor launches visa scheme for highly skilled international talent

Innovative new measures to attract and retain the most highly skilled, globally mobile talent to the UK have been unveiled by the Chancellor Rishi Sunak in his March 3 Budget.

Welcome to the Innovation Supplement – Out now!

Innovation Supplement showcases how schools as are responding to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic. From the publishers of the Guide to International Education & Schools at the start of Relocate Global’s Spring School Fair during February and March.

Country property boom leads house price surge

Prices in the UK housing market are continuing to set new records with Nationwide's latest index showing the sharpest annual rise for nearly six years.

Relocating ... from town to country

More than half of UK workers believe the pandemic will result in a “reverse brain drain” with professionals permanently moving their main place of work from cities to country regions, according to a new survey.

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USA 'most liveable' for Brit expats

Why is the USA deemed most liveable for UK expats? What other countries make the "liveability" list?

Hong Kong turns its eyes on London property

Growing numbers of Hong Kong residents have been seeking to buy property in London in recent weeks, according to several reports in the past week.

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Preparing for the new term and a new location: education and family focus webinar

The benefits of a bilingual education, securing a school place during lockdown, and how schools, education consultants and destination service providers are working hard and thinking differently to best support relocating families during the Covid crisis were key topics in this reassuring webinar.

Pro Tenant: Supporting early careers talent during Covid-19

From negotiating early termination of tenancy agreements, to ensuring safety during house tours, find out how Pro Tenant is helping during the Coronavirus pandemic.

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Real estate and citizenship: savvy investors are safeguarding their wealth through European real estate purchases

What are the citizenship- and residence-by-investment global hotspots?

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Extreme expatriation: the challenge of newly emerging economies

Organisations expanding their operations into newly industrialising and emerging economies face several challenges, as there is typically a lack of expatriate infrastructure in place. Dr Sue Shortland highlights some of the key issues to be aware of.

House prices in London and the high cost of living are causing young workers to leave the capital.

Migration of young London workers gathers pace

New research has found that more young professionals are leaving London than arriving, due to the high cost of living and house prices.

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IKAN Report: Tax withholding on rent – personal leases in India

What do personal leaseholders and landlords in India need to know about their tax liabilities? IKAN Relocations explains the current rulings.

House prices in UK cities hit three-year high

The latest Zoopla report evaluates the latest winners and losers in the UK residential property market. Which cities come out on top - and why?

We find out how global relocation, information and logistic management services company Paxton International continues to helps refugees affected by the Syrian Civil War.

Paxton International supports Syrian refugees

Paxton International is actively involved in the Syrian Refugee Project, providing a range of support including donations of boxes, time, manpower, trucking, storage, consolidation and transportation since 2013.

Edinburgh and Nottingham occupy the top two spots in a table tracking house price rises last year in 20 major towns and cities across the UK.

Affordability key to house price rises in UK cities

New data has found that UK house prices are at their highest since September 2017 – with affordability being an important factor in healthy price growth.

VISIONAPARTMENTS has intensified its presence in central Switzerland by renovating the Hotel Fox in the heart of Lucerne.

Lucerne hotel is transformed into modern serviced apartments

VISIONAPARTMENTS has intensified its presence in central Switzerland by renovating the Hotel Fox to include 60 fully furnished rooms in the heart of Lucerne.