Newham Council was the first local authority to take a major step towards improving the standards in the private rental sector in the Borough. In 2013 they decreed that every property needed to be licensed. This strategy was designed to combat rogue and criminal landlords who left their tenants dealing with unsafe and unsatisfactory accommodation. Continue reading
Monthly Archives: July 2017
Sport, schooling and great transport links – Wimbledon has everything
When you look at the London Borough of Merton the first thing you will probably see is that it is home to Wimbledon. This is one of the largest and most prestigious towns in the area. Homes here are in very high demand, both in terms of purchase and rental. This makes it a really good spot for investment. Continue reading
Living near rivers in London – rediscovering forgotten ones
Living close to a river is an attractive proposition for a number of London residents. The proximity puts them close to nature, provides interesting sights, and also offers the potential of lovely walks when they want to relax and escape the hustle and bustle. In fact London Rivers Week was held from Monday 26th June to Sunday 2nd of July. It offered 30 free guided walks and tours. Continue reading
A community focused development for Lambeth
Slade Gardens in Lambeth could be set to become a community hub if plans submitted to the local Council get the green light. The aim of the development plan is to preserve the facility and site for the future whilst also simultaneously improving the facilities on offer. The site could therefore become a great asset for the area. Continue reading
Which London Borough is the safest?
If you are thinking about property investment Kingston Upon Thames should be near the top of your list of destinations. It is an attractive location with plenty to offer. The fact it secured the title of the safest Borough in London for the second year running is fantastic and will be a big selling point too. Continue reading
A new way to look at the wealth of London Boroughs
Kensington and Chelsea regularly finds itself at the top of the list of London Boroughs with the highest average house prices. The area also appears prominently when you look at the value per square metre, exceeding £9,000. Not every metric shows the area as the wealthiest though. A new methodology created by eMoov only placed the Borough sixth. The number one according to this calculation is Croydon. Continue reading
Focusing on creating affordable homes
Islington Council has recently taken several steps to promote the creation of more affordable housing in the Borough and to re-affirm the importance of satisfying planning policies. There have been two landmark cases that have shown the commitment of the local authority to creating the homes that Londoners need. Continue reading
An innovative project gives Hounslow a new park
Although our focus is on the residential sector at Finefair, sometimes there are projects in other sectors that cannot be ignored. This is particularly true when they are to take place in an area which we regularly work in. The fact we have built a strong reputation as the leading provider of block management Hounslow has to offer meant we were paying attention when the subterranean warehousing scheme was given the green light by local councillors. Continue reading
A new high profile development for Ickenham
Ickenham in the London Borough of Hillingdon could be set to become a more popular destination for property investors. Taylor Wimpey recently revealed the first show apartment for their Highfield Court development in the area. The design is sure to make this already highly sought after project even more popular. Continue reading
The best Boroughs for living close to outdoor spaces
In the previous article we wrote about how demand for homes with gardens is typically higher in the summer. Sadly in big cities not all properties have these spaces. This leaves living close to open spaces such as parks the best option for many. Continue reading
