Monthly Archives: May 2016

Choosing the perfect management package

Owning a London investment property and letting it to paying tenants can be extremely rewarding, but also extremely hard work, especially if you own multiple investment properties or you live in a different area to them. With paperwork, upkeep and maintenance, tenants’ needs and all the other day to day considerations, there is generally a lot of work to consider. Continue reading

Exciting times ahead for Deptford

If you’re in search of a London property investment, the location is one of the most crucial factors you will need to consider. For buyers who are interested in vibrant, up-and-coming areas of the capital, Deptford is proving to be an exciting prospect. After undergoing extensive regeneration in recent times, this characterful area of South East London is quickly becoming something of a property hotspot. Continue reading

Guaranteeing your financial stability

London is one of the world’s most desirable cities to live and work in, with rising demand for homes across almost all demographics. Property investments are seen as a reliable way to secure long term financial returns, especially through buy to let investments. With its vibrant mixture of cultures, business opportunities, attractions and amenities, it’s no wonder that more and more people are looking to make the move and have a new start in London. Continue reading

Supporting your Westminster investment

The City of Westminster is home to some of the most iconic landmarks in the capital and the whole of the UK. These include Buckingham Palace, 10 Downing Street, the Houses of Parliament, and the Abbey. These amenities are fantastic for residents, putting them in close proximity to unique, attractive, highly valued leisure opportunities. Continue reading

Populations are rising across the London boroughs

London has long been established as one of the world’s most desirable cities to live and work, and it seems that the demand is only going to increase as more and more people seek to make their home in the capital. According to the latest reports from the Office for National Statistics, nine of Britain’s top ten fastest-growing local populations are in boroughs of London. The most rapid growth is predicted in Tower Hamlets, in East London, where the population is expected to rise by more than 25% by the year 2024. Continue reading

Identifying opportunities in Wandsworth

Wandsworth is one of the most favoured areas in London for affluent young professionals, particularly those who work in the finance and law industries. It is in a wonderful location, putting residents within touching distance of the city thanks to train services to Waterloo and across the river from the prime areas in the West such as Chelsea, Fulham and Westminster. Continue reading

The benefits of living in Lewisham

Lewisham is well located for a London Borough, with the northern tip sitting on the South Bank of the Thames across the water from the Isle of Dogs and Canary Wharf. The area is highly attractive to young people, with the largest age group being those aged between 20 and 29. First time buyers can benefit from attractive property prices and there is high rental demand too. Continue reading

Don’t skip your tenant checks

When you are a landlord letting a property to paying tenants, it is important that you are able to build a mutually beneficial working relationship with the people who are living in your property. In order to achieve this, it is vital that both parties are fulfilling their duties and abiding by the rules laid out by law and in the tenancy agreement. The first step is to market your property so that you can attract reliable, trustworthy tenants. Continue reading

Support yourself through retirement with buy-to-let

With growth in house prices and lucrative yields from buy-to-let properties, alongside the declining value of pensions, more and more people are investing in property as a way of securing their future in retirement. With some careful planning, shrewd investments and support from skilled property specialists, you could make an investment that will provide you with a steady income to supplement your pension and help you to enjoy the years after you leave work. Continue reading