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While the UK equities markets have weathered years of Brexit wrangling and political uncertainty better than many anticipated, it has been a different story for UK property.

Industry stalwarts LandSec and British Land have both seen share prices tank since 2016’s Referendum vote, and the REITs (Real Estate Investment Trusts) aren’t the only ones suffering. Returns for individual and overseas investors have been pressured by low transaction volumes, falling sales prices and inflated land values. Brexit uncertainty has hit the property market from every angle.

Global hospitality chain Selina are revolutionising how we use property. The brand identifies underperforming hotels and transforms them into creative hubs where freelancers, locals and travellers can work, play and stay. Tailored to each location, Selina’s properties feature co-working spaces, entertainment programmes and hotel rooms for all.

There’s a reason Portuguese holidays are synonymous with blue seas, sunshine and sandy beaches. The country has invested heavily in its tourism sector over the past two decades, targeting sun seekers and surfers. While instability in competing destinations such as Turkey and Egypt has given the sector a boost, the Algarve and Madeira saw their first decrease in occupancy rates in 2018.