Hooke & MacDonald

Delighted to be featured in today’s Irish Independent! Des Donnelly and Renagh MacDonald are pictured proudly accepting the Residential Agency of the Year award at the KPMG Irish Independent Property Industry Excellence Awards. This recognition highlights the hard work and expertise of the entire Hooke & MacDonald team. Des and Renagh were photographed with Pat Davitt, one of the esteemed judges at the awards.

The private rental sector (PRS) in Ireland is at a crossroads, with construction grinding to a halt and supply falling far short of growing demand. As Ken MacDonald outlines in The Irish Times, the need for a clear government strategy to incentivise funding and foster a sustainable PRS is more pressing than ever. Read more about the challenges and opportunities ahead. https://lnkd.in/dU484EBh

At Hooke & MacDonald, our Residential Agent of the Year award at the KPMG Irish Independent Property Industry Excellence Awards is a reflection of the exceptional teamwork and dedication of every single person on our team. This achievement wouldn’t have been possible without the hard work, passion, and commitment that each team member brings to the table every day.

Another proud moment for Hooke & MacDonald – The team has won the Large Residential Agent of the Year award at the KPMG Irish Independent Property Industry Excellence Awards for the third year in a row!

Ken MacDonald shares his insights on the challenges affecting housing supply and what changes he would make as Housing Minister.   Read the full piece in IrishConstruction.com View the latest issue here https://lnkd.in/e47DtdQN

Open Viewing at Tinakilly Park 🔑 Explore the final selection of 3-bedroom homes available in the latest phase at Tinakilly Park by D/RES Properties eligible for both the Help-to-Buy and First Home schemes. Prices start from €465,000. 📍 Location: Tinakilly Park, Rathnew, Co. Wicklow 📅 Date: Saturday, 9th November 🕡 Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm Each home is thoughtfully designed with interiors reflecting the serene, natural surroundings, featuring warm, earthy tones inspired by nearby woodlands. Just minutes from Wicklow's coastline, outdoor trails, sports facilities, and dining options, Tinakilly Park brings a unique blend of comfort and convenience.

New apartments in Ashbrook Clontarf, priced from €335,000, are now available for sale, offering easy access to both the sea and the city. Read more about the launch in The Irish Times: https://lnkd.in/e6-gBVKd

Hooke & MacDonald's David Cantwell will be speaking at the How to Buy a Home event, hosted by MyHome.ie in partnership with Cairn. Join us at the Iveagh Garden Hotel, Dublin 2, where a panel of experts will provide a step-by-step guide to the homebuying process, designed to support first-time buyers. Facilitated by Home of The Year's Hugh Wallace, this event aims to offer practical advice for those starting their journey to homeownership. 📅 Date: Wednesday, September 11 · 5:45 - 8pm 📍 Location: Iveagh Garden Hotel, Dublin 2 ✍️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/eEGDBUuZ

Hooke & MacDonald Research reveals trends in new home purchases in Ireland from 2016 to 2023. Notably, first-time buyers remain the top group, increasing their share to 33%. Meanwhile, public sector purchasers, including the LDA and AHB, now account for 26%, a significant rise from previous years. The decline in private funders is alarming, highlighting the urgent need for policy adjustments to attract institutional funding back to the market. The future of Ireland's housing supply hinges on balanced support from both public and private sectors. https://lnkd.in/er4DY9Nq

The latest Hooke & MacDonald report, cited by The Business Post, highlights how RPZ rent controls are drastically hindering new supply for the private rental sector. This policy is unworkable and is proving to be disastrous for investment transactions and funding in the sector and consequently to the supply and cost of rental accommodation. https://lnkd.in/e5JiP8zF