When it comes to purchasing or selling a property, nothing is more frustrating than getting part of the way through the process only for the sale to fall through. However, new figures have emerged which shows the number of unsuccessful house sales in the UK has dropped. Between June and September this year, the sale fall through rate was at its lowest level for three years. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2015
Understanding London’s property market
It would be fair to say that when many people think of investment properties in the capital, they naturally think about the many multi-million pound mansions owned by the rich and famous. Whereas there’s no doubt that those homes do represent a substantial investment, it is important to be aware of the fact that the most expensive properties do not always represent the best investment option. Our name and reputation has been built on connecting investors with properties that meet their requirements and will deliver on their expectations. Continue reading
Tesco opens up space for thousands of new homes
As investors and property specialists, we are all aware of the current housing crisis in London, but there are some promising developments taking place that signal new opportunities both for investors and for prospective tenants and home buyers. Continue reading
Minimising the risks of subletting
Subletting is something that many people associate with cities in America, particularly New York, where rent control regulations are common. In broad terms, the practice of subletting sees a tenant lease a building they are renting to someone else, usually for a higher fee than they themselves pay. In most cases this takes place illegally, insofar as the legal owner of the property is unaware that it is happening. Whilst this happens most frequently in cities which have rent control to go with high levels of demand for property, it happens in many locations across the world. Although London does not have rent controls, there have been cases where tenants have been found to be subletting without the permission or knowledge of the owner. Continue reading
Ensuring your investment is maintained
Making an investment in London property is currently seen as one of the most assured ways of gaining a strong return on investment. Gaining returns from property investments relies on ensuring that the property is not devalued through mismanagement. Whilst we appreciate that this could seem obvious, it is often the case that investors underestimate the level of time and resources required to commit to property management. Our leading specialists can take over the work for you, saving you time, stress and money. Continue reading
Your chance to own a unique piece of motoring history
Aston Martin is one of the most celebrated brands in British motoring history, with their luxurious vehicles enjoying a worldwide following. Their popularity is boosted further by the fact they became synonymous with James Bond after Sean Connery drove a stunning DB5 in 1964’s Goldfinger. Continue reading
Making money even when your property is vacant
Although we offer a wide and varied range of property related services for investors throughout the country, we are most well known for our guaranteed rent in Islington and across the rest of the capital. Guaranteed rent makes sure that you receive the rent money you are owed on time, each and every month, no matter what the circumstances surrounding your property investment. Continue reading
Incentives for landlords who choose council leasing
If you are an investor in possession of a buy to let property, you may be able to receive a cash incentive of up to £1000 when you choose to lease your property to Hounslow Council. This initiative is intended to encourage landlords to take part in council leasing and give them the confidence that their property will be well looked after, while simultaneously giving more options to local people who are living in temporary accommodation in the borough. The exact amount you receive will depend on various different factors, including the type and size of property and how many bedrooms it has. Continue reading
Surveys show private tenants to be happy with the rental sector
Recent analysis of the rental sector carried out by leading UK independent research consultancy BDRC Continental shows the vast majority of UK tenants to be happy with their landlord, properties and the way their tenancies are managed. Most of the tenants in the private sector said they believed they were receiving good value for money and expressed positivity towards renting on the whole. Continue reading
Planning your purchase is crucial
Buying a property is a big investment, especially if buyers target properties at the top end of a prime market. The outlay will become even larger if they don’t take care to avoid making mistakes during the process. Here is a selection of pitfalls to avoid in order to reduce the risk of costly additions to the bill. Continue reading
