“In the run up to the referendum, we are seeing two types of clients. Some clients are very aware of a potential Brexit and the uncertainty that surrounds the referendum. They therefore want to put their search on hold until the result is known. We have other clients who couldn’t care less. They want to buy, and buy now, and actually see the uncertainty surrounding the referendum as a good opportunity to get a better deal on their London property. The uncertainty is also having an effect on sterling, making London property cheaper for foreign buyers.
“Should we vote to leave, then this will create ongoing uncertainty as the UK seeks to agree a way forwards with the EU. Sterling may weaken even further, again, making London property very attractive to foreign buyers.
“Should we vote to stay in, normality will return to the market straight away and we may see a pickup in transaction volumes as a result of pent up demand from buyers that were waiting in the wings.
“In general terms, London is going to retain its attractiveness to wealthy international buyers regardless of whether the UK remains in the EU. Its cultural attractions, geographic location, legal system, and concentration of talent mean that there will always be demand for prime central London property.” – Camilla Dell
