The importance of property management should never be underestimated, regardless of the status of the building. Whether it is inhabited or not care needs to be taken to maintain it and ensure the condition is retained. This can result in big savings in the long term, seeing properties experience less wear and deterioration. Continue reading
Making the most of your resources
Known as the investment capital of the world, London sees all manner of investors choosing to purchase different types of properties and land in the capital. Buy-to-let investors in particular are looking to benefit here and if you are one of them, it’s a good idea to know which areas will best suit you. Continue reading
Camden is still one of the most dynamic areas in London
Camden in its current form has only existed since 1965, making it one of the youngest Boroughs in London. This feeling can still be felt, particularly with the diverse crowd of people who are attracted to live in and visit. Continue reading
An option for landlords that can offer a myriad of benefits
Bromley Council’s Direct Let scheme is very popular with property owners in the area who are new to letting out their properties. The scheme is designed to provide more homes for those people who need them, cutting down on the number of vacant houses in the area and supporting the owners in returning them to use. Continue reading
A community in Brent with great staying power
Queen’s Park is one of the most attractive places to live in the London Borough of Brent. The area is very highly regarded for the community spirit. It really feels like a village spreading from the park. This acts like a traditional village green and plays host to several events over the course of the year, including an open area cinema and a fete in September. Continue reading
Revealing the current property hotspots with the best performance
The recent National Hotspots Index makes quite good reading for investors. It indicates the top ten hottest areas in the country, those where properties sell quickly when they are put on the market. The list is dominated by locations within the commuter belt of London. These destinations see high demand because they generally offer more value for money than central areas where prices for properties are much higher. Continue reading
Could the Night Tube service boost property prices?
On Friday the 19th August the new Night Tube services began operating on the Central and Victoria Lines in London. The service has already proven popular and plans are in place to extend it to other routes throughout the rest of the year. Continue reading
Growth in property prices in Barking and Dagenham hits a new high
House prices in the London Borough of Barking and Dagenham have risen at a fantastic rate over the last few years but the area still remains one of the cheapest in the capital. In June it was revealed that the growth is an impressive 22.3% year on year, making the area the 5th most successful in the whole country. Continue reading
New protection for pubs in Wandsworth
The property market in London is very unique with the way the city is split into Boroughs. It can actually be viewed as a collection of smaller markets rather than one whole. Each of the separate markets is unique and has its own characteristics. Continue reading
Conservation in Waltham Forest
The London Borough of Waltham Forest has enjoyed some big rises in property prices over the last few years and remains one of the most attractive hotspots in the capital. The area has attracted buyers of every type, including those looking to get on the property market, couples and families moving up the ladder, and investors searching for investment opportunities. Continue reading
