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1 day ago | londonlovesproperty.com | John Saunders |Lilly Partin

Over half (53%) of small business owners feel their employment status has negatively impacted their property ambitions, according to research from The Mortgage Lender (TML). Of those who felt this way, 21% said they have had to consider abandoning their homeownership ambitions altogether, whilst 17% had concerns that they would never be able to get a mortgage, and 12% pushed back their property ambitions due to fluctuating income.

2 days ago | londonlovesproperty.com | Peter Stimson |Lilly Partin |John Saunders

As urban living grows in popularity and home footprints shrink, many Americans find themselves with limited outdoor space. Yet the desire for a lush, expansive garden remains strong, especially as spring gardening season kicks into full swing. “Small gardens don’t have to feel cramped or limiting,” says Ivana Agustina, Head of Project Management at ShrubHub, an award-winning online landscape design service.

1 week ago | londonlovesproperty.com | Lilly Partin

Spain looks poised for another record year for visitor numbers, following tourism representing 13.1% of GDP in 2024 and serving as the country’s main economic driver. Figures from Spain’s national statistics institute (INE) indicate that 2025 is already off to a flying start, with 5.4 million international tourist arrivals in February 2025 – up 7.65% compared to February 2024.

1 week ago | londonlovesproperty.com | Lilly Partin

With the proposed Renters’ Rights Bill entering Committee stage in the House of Lords later this month, the latest thinking is that it could become law in around October or November 2025. While this anticipated timeline spares the busy summer student rental season from the immediate impact of the proposed Bill, it will likely effect the entire rental sector from autumn onwards and accommodation providers clearly need to work with tenants to ensure the entire rental sector is ready.

1 week ago | londonlovesproperty.com | Lilly Partin

Tourism figures speak volumes about Britons’ love of Portugal. In 2024, visitors from the UK led the international crowds spending time there, accounting for 18.1% of all overnight stays in Portugal by non-residents. Unique design villa for sale at Vale do LoboPortugal’s easy connectivity from the UK (direct flights take from around 2.5 hours), superb weather, incredible scenery and excellent local food and wine all contribute to the country’s appeal as a second home destination.