The luxury property markets that matter most to our buyers — London, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the Caribbean — are all entering 2026 in different phases of the same cycle. London is showing signs of renewed momentum after years of repricing. Dubai is transitioning from explosive growth to sustainable appreciation. Abu Dhabi is emerging as a serious alternative to its neighbour. And the Caribbean branded residence market is expanding faster than at any point in history. Having ope

Buying off-plan — purchasing a property before it is built, often from architectural drawings and CGIs — is one of the most powerful strategies in property investment. When done correctly, it allows you to lock in today’s prices on tomorrow’s market, secure the best units in a development before the general public, and benefit from capital growth during the construction period without having the full purchase price tied up. But off-plan buying is not without risk. Constructio

The Caribbean is experiencing a new chapter in luxury property. Where the islands once offered charming but basic beachfront villas, a wave of branded residences from the world’s most prestigious hotel groups is transforming the market. Mandarin Oriental, Four Seasons, Ritz-Carlton, Aman, and One&Only are all developing or have recently completed residential projects across the region, bringing five-star service standards to private ownership for the first time. For UK-based

Dubai has evolved from a speculative boom-and-bust market into one of the most transparent, high-yielding property destinations in the world. Over 200,000 residential transactions were recorded in 2025 alone, representing an 18 per cent increase year-on-year, with total transaction values exceeding AED 540 billion. For UK-based buyers and international investors, the combination of zero income tax, strong rental yields, and a residency visa tied to property ownership makes Du

The days of selling new-build developments through newspaper ads and show home footfall alone are over. The buyers who spend the most — international investors, relocating families, high-net-worth professionals — begin their property search online, often on social media, months before they ever visit a marketing suite. Yet many developers, even those delivering exceptional schemes, still rely almost entirely on estate agents and portal listings to generate demand. The result

The British Boarding School Tradition and Why International Families Value It For many international families buying property in London, education extends beyond the capital. Britain's boarding schools are among the most sought-after in the world, and many of the best are within an hour or two of central London. Families from the Middle East, Asia, and Africa frequently purchase a London home as a family base while their children attend boarding school in the Home Counties, O

Where Does London Property Deliver the Best Returns? Rental yields in London vary dramatically depending on location, property type, and price point. In the most expensive postcodes, yields can fall below 2% while in emerging areas they exceed 5%. Understanding these numbers is essential for anyone buying London property as an investment rather than purely as a home. We have analysed current rental data across prime and near-prime London postcodes to identify where the best o

How Far Does £1 Million Go in London Property? A million pounds sounds like a lot of money. In much of the UK, it buys a substantial family home with land to spare. In London, the picture is dramatically different depending on the postcode. We have put together this borough-by-borough comparison to show exactly what your money buys across the capital in 2026. The variation is striking — and understanding it is essential for any buyer trying to maximise value. Mayfair, W1 — Ap

Two Markets, Two Strategies, One Portfolio Decision We get asked this question more than almost any other: should I invest in Dubai or London? Having operated in both markets — listing luxury properties across prime London and Dubai — our answer is always the same: they are not competitors, they are complements. But if you have to choose one, the right answer depends entirely on what you are optimising for: rental yield, capital preservation, lifestyle, or tax efficiency. Her

London's Most Exciting New Developments Right Now London's new build landscape is more competitive than ever. Developers are pushing design standards higher, amenities are becoming more hotel-like, and the best schemes are selling out well before completion. Having visited dozens of show apartments and tracked pricing across every major development in the capital, we have curated this list of the developments we think represent the best value, design quality, and investment p

Can International Buyers Purchase Property in the UK? Yes — and thousands do every year. The UK has no restrictions on foreign nationals buying property. You do not need a visa, residency permit, or UK bank account to purchase a home in England, Wales, Scotland, or Northern Ireland. This openness is one of the reasons London remains the world's most popular city for international property investment. We work with buyers from the Middle East, Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Amer