Property News - October 2025
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Articles
Private Prosecution - Neighbours at War
Victims of crime are entitled to see the perpetrators brought to justice. Feeling that the justice system has failed you can cause significant psychological harm and feelings of victimisation. So, what happens if you believe that you are the victim of a crime, which you duly report to the police – only to be told that the NPA (National Prosecuting Authority) has declined to prosecute?
Modern generative artificial intelligence is not just another technology trend. It represents the culmination of decades of digital transformation: the internet’s capacity to aggregate information, the exponential growth of computer memory and processing power, and the capacity of large language models (LLMs) to find patterns in “big data.” These developments are now fundamentally changing how community scheme management operates and what stakeholders expect.
Why industry summits matter - Building a stronger community scheme ecosystem
In the complex world of community scheme management, staying ahead of regulatory changes, best practices, and industry trends isn’t just beneficial – it’s essential for protecting property values and ensuring smooth community operations. This is precisely why the Paddocks Industry Summit 2025 plays a crucial role in strengthening South Africa’s community scheme ecosystem.
Tax Update- UK Residential Outlook
Wealthy overseas investors will be watching political events unfold over the next few months with particular scrutiny. The key focus is whether the government will tweak rules that have replaced the centuries-old non dom regime. Specifically, they will want to see a softer stance on applying UK inheritance tax (IHT) to assets held overseas.
Global House Price Index - Europe dominates the leaders’ table
Knight Frank’s Q1 2025 Global House Price Index, which tracks mainstream house prices across 55 countries and territories, reveals that Europe is home to seven of the ten fastest-growing housing markets globally.
