As so many people are searching for places to rent in the capital, buy-to-let properties are an increasingly attractive investment option for many people. Making an investment in a London property is a major decision and will usually involve significant amounts of money, so it is important to seek professional advice and guidance to ensure you are making the right decisions as a first-time investor. Here are some of our tips for investors who are just starting out in the exciting London property market. Continue reading
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London is a world leader in innovation
JLL, the multi-national financial and professional services specialist, recently released their latest City Momentum Index (CMI) report. Their research looks at the rate of change in a city’s economy and the commercial property market. The idea is that both of these issues are indications of which cities are well placed to attract investment. The Index covers 120 emerging and established business hubs around the world and looks at 37 different variables. Continue reading
East London’s high profile developments
East London is home to a number of high profile development projects. Each of them brings new investment to the capital, creating homes and job opportunities as well as stimulating the economy. The ongoing projects are diverse and feature some exciting ideas. Several current projects include redevelopment of Brownfield sites, seeing previously derelict buildings and land transformed. Continue reading
Bexley’s success story continues
In recent months, we have relayed a number of news stories about Bexley, such as the survey which named it the happiest London Borough to live in. As the year has progressed, further good news about life in Bexley is coming to the fore, particularly relating to the outstanding value and potential for success offered by properties here. Continue reading
Giving landlords the ability to plan and save
With our years of experience in the world of London property, we have a detailed understanding of the pressures which face landlords. We strive to address many of these worries by offering the most comprehensive selection of services, particularly our unique guaranteed rent schemes. If you have concerns about receiving your rent on time each month, this could offer you the ideal solution. Huge numbers of landlords across the country have already benefited from this offer, and no matter what kind of property you own, we are ready to help you too. Continue reading
Strong performances look set to continue
In the recent Budget, it was announced that there will be a 3% increase in stamp duty for second homes and buy to let investments. This has resulted in concerns that the changes would dampen or otherwise weaken the London property market. However, when it comes to making investments in London, it is unlikely that the changes will have a negative impact on either the demand for property or the potential for success. Continue reading
Buyers and renters want easy access to parking
Every investor knows that renters and buyers will be more likely to show interest in a property which has easy access to local amenities, and according to new research by Quick Move Now it seems that parking is one of the most significant qualities they will be looking for. Many drivers are concerned about losing their parking spaces and not being able to find a place to leave their car when they return home, and as car ownership is rapidly increasing, this is a concern which is set to become even more pressing over the next few years. Continue reading
Woolwich: the Shoreditch of the South
The property market in Woolwich, in the London Borough of Greenwich, has seen a significant increase in activity over the last few years. There are several reasons behind this. Many attractive new homes have been built in the area in recent times, and there have been numerous building developments such as the construction of the 20-storey Vantage tower and the redevelopment of the Royal Arsenal site. It has even been referred to as the “Shoreditch of the South” due its rapidly increasing desirability. More and more people are also searching for investments and homes outside the centre of London, which has naturally brought more attention to the town. Continue reading
Keeping tenants satisfied with estate management
When you own a buy to let property there are huge numbers of tasks that need to be taken care of, from finding the right tenants to dealing with legal and financial matters to managing the property and arranging repairs. If you own an apartment block or residential estate, these requirements are magnified, and the task of management becomes even harder. With large scale management tasks, the best course of action is to hire a professional company with a team who can handle everything on your behalf. This will help you to avoid problems and make sure no important issues are missed. Continue reading
Ealing property can offer significant returns
Although London’s public transport system is highly regarded and admired around the world, those living and working in the city know only too well it’s been due for improvement for quite some time now. Thankfully, these improvements are on the way, with an increased number of Thames Crossrail links and the new Elizabeth Line expected to ease congestion considerably. Continue reading
