Investment Firm Acquired Stake in London House Exchange
The London-based fractional property platform has a new majority owner after an acquisition by Gulf Islamic Investments.
Updated on Oct. 6, 2026 in Real Estate — General
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Gulf Islamic Investments has purchased a majority stake in the London House Exchange, an FCA-regulated platform for fractional real estate investment. The transaction has received approval from the UK Financial Conduct Authority.
Why it matters
This shift in ownership marks a major change for the platform, which allows investors to purchase fractional interests in residential property. Better Home & Finance Holding Company, the former owner, will retain a minority stake following the transition.
The London House Exchange, which operates as an FCA-regulated platform for fractional property investments, was founded in 2014 and formerly operated as Property Partner. Gulf Islamic Investments, a UAE-based firm, now controls the majority interest.
The players
Gulf Islamic Investments
A UAE-based investment firm managing over USD 3 billion in assets and previous investor in UK mortgage lending.
London House Exchange
A London-based, FCA-regulated platform founded in 2014 that allows investors to hold fractional interests in real estate.
Better Home & Finance Holding Company
The investment entity that previously held majority control of the exchange and retains a minority stake.
UK Financial Conduct Authority
The regulatory body responsible for authorizing financial services and investment exchanges in the United Kingdom.
The details
The transaction involved Gulf Islamic Investments purchasing its majority holding directly from the Better Home & Finance Holding Company. The London House Exchange facilitates fractional property ownership, acting as an exchange for individual investors to enter the market. The deal required and received formal authorization from the UK Financial Conduct Authority to proceed.
Timeline
London House Exchange was founded in 2014.
The stake acquisition was announced on October 1, 2026.
The Home Front
This deal underscores the ongoing institutionalization of the UK fractional real estate market. The move aligns with broader trends of international capital entering regulated property technology platforms.
If you utilize fractional investment platforms, review any updated terms of service or investor portal documentation provided by the exchange. Investors should monitor future communications regarding platform management changes.
The takeaway
This ownership change reflects growing interest from global firms in the fractional property sector. Existing users should keep an eye on their account statements and any upcoming administrative notices from the London House Exchange.
Further reading
For broader insights on market shifts, visit our Real Estate — General section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Dubaibeat.
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