Greenwich Peninsula has seen some huge developments over the years, dramatically transforming the former marshland. It was originally drained to create land for pasture but became a focus of the industrial revolution in the 19th century. As part of this it became home to many manufacturers including steel works, gasworks, and chemical producers. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: October 2016
An ever-evolving, family-friendly London Borough
The London Borough of Enfield is located in the north of our capital and to this day remains one of the most sought after home destinations in the city. Having rather humble beginnings, Enfield Town was once a small market town located in the county of Middlesex on the edge of the forest. As London expanded, the area surrounding region eventually evolved into a residential suburb, with the evolution continuing even to this day. Continue reading
Investment properties in Ealing can offer great prospects
Greenford is one of the largest suburban areas in the London Borough of Ealing. Plans to regenerate a 20.3 acre site in the area took a step forward at the end of September with developers submitting a new planning application. This followed a consultation with local residents. This brought changes to the original plan to account for their concerns. Continue reading
Croydon is home to many regeneration projects
Croydon has grown to become one of the best hotspots in London for rentals. The house prices are attractive and with rising rental rates there is the opportunity for really impressive yields. The area is definitely one to consider if you are looking for an investment opportunity and the prospect of a wonderful return. Continue reading
Living in Westminster offers some wonderful attractions
The City of Westminster is most renowned for the myriad of incredible properties found in the area. many of these are very popular tourist attractions and millions of people visit the Borough each year to see them. A surprisingly large number of people live in the area too, with the estimate in the middle of 2013 being over 226,000. Continue reading
Property management can be very tricky in the City of London
The City of London has a very interesting property market due to it being the largest commercial hub in the UK. As a result it is home to more business premises than dwellings. Each day hundreds of thousands of people come to the area for work and as visitors. A much smaller number actually reside in the Borough. Continue reading
Current conditions are perfect for camden property investment
If you were to ask people what the optimal set of circumstances were for a successful investment we’d suggest that the most common answer would be at a time when costs are low but returns are high. Being able to do this depends on knowing and understanding the market you are seeking to make an investment in. When it comes to property in London, over the years we’ve proved to be peerless in regards of our level of understanding. Continue reading
Reducing the risk of lost income due to void periods
Incomes from rental properties can be hit by a wide array of shocks. Most notably landlords can find themselves with periods when they don’t have tenants. This void period results in lost income and can put the landlord in a tricky position. Even when properties are uninhabited they still need to pay for various things including maintenance and insurance. Continue reading
Shopping centres can be a very attractive amenity to live close to
Brent Cross shopping centre celebrated its 40th anniversary in September. The site was a pioneer in the UK, becoming the very first regional mall of its type. When it opened it was seen as a modern, covered centre, home to a wide array of shops. Visitors could shop to their heart’s content protected from the elements. Continue reading
Bexley has one of the most attractive rental markets for landlords
Bexley has proven to be the most popular part of London for both buying properties and rentals over the last year. This is because it offers some of the very best prices in the whole of the capital. The situation has not gone unnoticed, seeing demand reaching huge levels as a result. Continue reading
