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05/01/2009
Lack of rent insurance "a gamble"
It has been claimed that landlords who do not take out rent insurance are taking a risk.

05/01/2009
UK commercial property saw 'record fall' last year
The FTSE 350 Real Estate Index reportedly fell 46 per cent last year, the most since the index began.

05/01/2009
Phones4u founder 'gambles on commercial property'
John Caudwell, the tycoon and founder of retailer Phones4u, is reportedly investing heavily in the commercial property sector.

02/01/2009
Divorcing couples 'increasingly battling over pets'
Though houses, money and children are usually at the forefront of divorcing couples' worries, a new trend is emerging among those who are planning to separate.

31/12/2008
KPMG: Insolvencies to hit record highs next year
Accountancy firm KPMG has predicted that in 2009, the number of people declared to be insolvent will reach record levels.

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Losses on commercial property loans 'expected in 2009'
29/12/2008

British financial institutions are facing up to £70 billion in losses on commercial property loans, it has been predicted.

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Wembley Stadium contractors accused of wasting time and money
30/09/2008

Companies involved in the construction of Wembley Stadium have been accused of wasting over £20 million in a legal fight in which "neither party has gained any financial benefit".

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BPF Planning Manifesto
16/09/2008

The British Property Federation's Planning Manifesto has been unveiled by Sainsbury's Planning chief, Sue Willcox, Property Week reports.

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Public sector 'affected' by empty rates legislation
08/09/2008

The public sector will suffer as a result of the empty rates bill, Propertyweek.com reports.

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