Back in the heady days of 2005, I was a bright-eyed junior negotiator working for a corporate estate agent in leafy Beckenham, South East London, brimming with ambition and nerves in equal measure. Everything felt new, every conversation a chance to shine,…
Reclaiming Homes: Could Gibraltar Follow Spain’s Lead in Regulating Short-Term Lets?
19 Sep 25, 00:00
At Richardsons, we’ve long championed sustainable property practices and community-first development. This moment invites reflection - and perhaps bold action.
Spain’s Strategy: A Model Worth Watching
Spain’s crackdown is rooted …
This achievement highlights not only the strength of our tailored approach to marketing and negotiations, but also the continued depth of demand for entry-level properties in Gibraltar. Despite the property requiring refurbishment, interest was strong and …
Understanding Property Commissions: UK vs Europe - and Gibraltar's curious hybrid
17 Sep 25, 00:00
In this article, we’ll look at the two main systems – the UK model and the European model – and then explain how Gibraltar has ended up with a hybrid that unfortunately takes the weaker elements of each. Finally, we’ll show how our approach at Richardsons…
The Day a Bank Error Stopped a House Move - and How We Got it Back on Track
16 Sep 25, 00:00
What began as a straightforward chain completion took an unexpected twist, involving a banking fault, an “illegal” occupation, and some extremely difficult conversations. Yet thanks to calm heads, cooperation from all parties, and a determination to find a …