Russell Bragg

Helping savvy property developers to plan and market their projects better so they don't lose their shirts.

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

@SecDef Very wise, Mr Secretary.

[Andrew Cotter @MrAndrewCotter]

Thanks for all those asking about Olive and Mabel - they're just enjoying a bit of rest at the moment.

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

@guidemark The off piste looks a bit tricky, Mark.

[Arnold Schwarzenegger @Schwarzenegger]

I love the Russian people. That is why I have to tell you the truth. Please watch and share.

[Andrew Cotter @MrAndrewCotter]

Sometimes it's just best to head into their simpler world for a couple of minutes.

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Guest Blog: A Day in the Life of a Building Surveyor https://t.co/cxTrM9XdeT

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Government Brings in New Building Safety Regulations to Avoid Another Grenfell https://t.co/fcRB3uBCEs

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

All in it together: co-operative aims to save a pub and call it home https://t.co/PrMXAnoBOQ

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Why annexes are becoming so popular: cost of living, caring for the elderly, remote working and escapism from everyday life according to Greg Smith at https://t.co/Aai4rCsDMJ. lifehttps://www.propertywire.com/blog/guest-blog-why-are-annexes-becoming-so-popular/

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

@guidemark Recognise that. Happy days ⛷

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

London's higher home price per sq m makes basement extensions viable where they're not elsewhere in the UK. This has led to over 7,000 basement planning approvals in London (2008 - 2019), making basement extensions as popular as loft conversions there.
https://t.co/BEXqfCxNy9

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Coming soon to a city near you? Drop in rental rates in 4 out of 5 of the largest Dutch cities
https://t.co/Qd6tIIkWNb

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Increase your asking price by up to £130,000 by replacing rads & doors in living rooms; adding islands & replacing floors in kitchens, adding en-suites & walk-in wardrobes in bedrooms, adding underfloor heating & new bathtubs bathrooms
https://t.co/ySZj4k4V3c

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

I want world leaders to take urgent #ClimateAction. We need to look after the mothership for future generations. Let's get behind this: https://t.co/5CpuammDOr

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

Developer to Build 1,000 London Homes In 36 Months https://t.co/mrm4EpVvIb

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

BuildLoan and Loughborough Launch Cost-Based Self-Build Products https://t.co/ydOPjIfyBC

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

"The death of the city centre is a very real possibility unless developers and investors recognise the inevitable shift towards spaces of cultural understanding and enjoyment" - Words of warning from Edward Acres of Acres Architects
https://t.co/IgEV4ClWWU

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

The property market is slowing according to the latest UK Residential Market Survey from RICS
https://t.co/gvLCiSfcM8

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

The Guardian makes an excellent point here. Paraphrasing: UK homes should first exist for UK citizens to buy to occupy and not for investors to add to their investment portfolio. Create legislation around this before further loosening planning restrictions
https://t.co/ytyMtffqpg

[Russell Bragg @BraggandCo]

UCL says we need 1) much higher taxes on capital gains on property to reduce speculative demand 2) stronger not weaker mortgage regulation 3) a more secure and better quality rental sector and 4) a major public housing programme to avoid a slump https://t.co/toZwA0xyAw