As we have mentioned before, location is always one of the most crucial factors to consider when it comes to choosing an investment property, so when you are buying in London you will need to carefully consider which borough you want to focus your search on. Enfield has many great qualities which make it a desirable place to settle down, so if you want to make headway in the buy-to-let market, why not consider focusing your search on its centre in Enfield Town? Continue reading
Short term changes are expected in London’s market
It has been predicted that the UK’s housing market will undergo some uncertainty over the coming months, due to a combination of factors including the recent changes to stamp duty, upcoming regional elections, and the imminent referendum which will decide whether or not the UK exits the European Union. According to surveys carried out by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), short term confidence has been knocked, leading to a temporary slowing down of the market across the country. Continue reading
The secrets to successful buy to let investment
Rental properties are always in high demand in London, with more and more people seeking homes they can live in without having to commit to purchasing. If you have the resources to invest in a buy-to-let property and manage it properly, you can enjoy some outstanding returns. Continue reading
Taking steps to make London a greener city
Air quality and pollution have long been concerns for property buyers and residents in London, and there have been many schemes throughout the years aimed at reducing vehicular emissions, such as the congestion charge which was introduced in 2003. Now, Transport for London and the Greater London Authority are running a competition in which two London boroughs will be awarded £1 million funding to raise awareness of pollution in the city and take steps towards alleviating the issue, hopefully leading towards a greener, more eco-friendly capital. Continue reading
Plans for the City’s tallest skyscraper are underway
As the focal point for finance and business in the capital, the City of London is constantly undergoing many changes and developments. One of the most significant in recent years is the plan to construct the Square Mile’s tallest skyscraper, which will stand at 62 storeys high and be located on the 22 Bishopsgate site. The plan is for the skyscraper to open in 2019, providing offices for approximately 100 companies employing up to 12,000 people. There will also be a free viewing gallery for public use, as well as spaces for shops, restaurants and other businesses on the ground floor. Continue reading
Our tips for finding quality renters
Owning a London rental property can be an excellent way to make a steady and reliable income, particularly if you are able to invest in a popular area of London where there is high demand for homes to rent. However, in order to make a success of your venture, keep your property in great condition and ensure the rental income keeps arriving regularly, it is important that you take the time to find reliable, high quality tenants. Continue reading
Luxury lettings are becoming more popular
Estate agency Knight Frank recently reported a significant rise in the number of people choosing to rent London properties valued at over £10 million. The trend has continued since 2011, more than doubling in those five years. In the year leading up to March 2016 the number rose by a third, showing that it is currently a growing market. Continue reading
Low prices in a vibrant community
Harlesden is emerging as one of London’s most promising areas, and like many parts of the capital, it has certainly evolved substantially over the past couple of decades. It’s not one of the most fashionable parts of the capital and has previously had a reputation as a shabby and run-down area, but it has charm and character in spades, and the relative lack of gentrification has kept prices realistic. This means there are plenty of potential opportunities here for landlords and tenants in search of more affordable properties in interesting areas. Continue reading
Bexley is officially London’s most affordable area
Reports have shown that the average price of a property in the London Borough of Bexley is over £200,000 cheaper than the average across the whole of London, making this the most affordable area of the entire capital. Over the first three months of this year, 72% of the properties placed on the market in Bexley were sold, reflecting the high demand for homes and investment properties here. Continue reading
The changing nature of property values
If you follow news reports on the London property market, you will no doubt have seen some stories suggesting that the market is a bubble which is likely to burst soon. However, from our point of view, London’s investment property market is currently very healthy and shall continue to offer excellent opportunities for investors for quite some time to come. Continue reading
