Monthly Archives: February 2016

The surge of private rentals in London

Domestic property ownership in London has changed dramatically since the turn of the Millennium. The extent of this is revealed in new data released in the recent English housing survey, commissioned by the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG). The headline-grabbing report reveals that last year was the first time people living in private rented accommodation outnumbered homeowners in over a decade. Continue reading →

Are buyers concerned about their neighbours?

There are a huge number of different factors that can influence buyers when they are deciding where they want to live, such as accessibility, security, and the reputation of the area. One potentially surprising influencing factor is the quality of the neighbours. The other people living in the area could attract buyers, especially those that share similar interests, or deter them. Continue reading →

The leading North London borough

There is a common perception that North London is the most expensive area of the city to live in. While it is true that North London is home to some of the most exclusive homes in the capital, it is not the case that this is the only form of housing to be found there. There are also many more affordable investments and rental properties which are sure to appeal to a wide range of prospective renters. Continue reading →

The importance of protecting renter’s deposits

Despite the deposit protection scheme imposed by the Government, new research from the Centre for Economics and Business Research has revealed that approximately 284,000 residential landlords in the UK have not placed the deposits paid by their tenants into an official protection scheme. This is a legal requirement, and the report shows that landlords that have failed to protect renter’s deposits are sitting on £514 million that should be protected by an official third party service. Continue reading →

Questions every landlord should ask their tenant

One of the biggest worries for landlords in London and throughout the rest of the country is whether or not their tenants can be relied on to provide them with regular rent payments. Asking the right questions in advance can prevent the risk of missed payments, damage to your property, and other issues. Here are some of the most relevant questions every landlord should be asking of their new tenant. Continue reading →

Rental demands in the City

The property market in the City of London is dominated by commercial premises because there is such high demand for office space in the area. This naturally has an impact on the residential sector in many parts of the Borough, meaning there are fewer homes available than in many other boroughs. The lack of supply coupled with the appeal of the location means demand and prices are both high. Continue reading →

The continued popularity of Camden

There were some significant developments in the property markets in the five most expensive central boroughs in London last year. According to figures from LSL Property Services, prices were down across Kensington and Chelsea, Westminster, Hammersmith and Fulham, and Islington. The only exception was Camden, where prices in November 2015 were up 7.4% on the figure from 2014. Continue reading →

Leafy Bromley has plenty to offer renters

London investment properties have the potential to provide excellent returns, but it is crucial to make sure you are as informed as possible so you can buy the right property at the right time in the right place. If you are thinking about purchasing an investment property in the London area, we can act as your partner and guide you through the entire process, helping you to decide which area has the most potential. Continue reading →