If you plan on buying a property in Central London, one important issue to be aware of is the difference between freehold and leasehold properties. A freehold means you will own the property itself, as well as the land it is built on. You will be registered with the land registry as the freeholder once you complete the purchase. You’ll hold the assets in perpetuity until you decide to sell or transfer them to a new owner. Continue reading
Camden offers secure investments
2015 was another highly successful year for property investors in London. Demand for property across the capital saw both rental yields and property values increase at a rate higher than the national average. While London faces a number of key events in the year ahead which have uncertain economic implications, such as the Mayoral election in May and the EU Referendum in June, most hold the view that property market success shall be sustained. To ensure that you reach success as an investor, it remains vital to have the right people working for you. Our track record over the last year shows that we are still the leading name for success with investment properties in London, just as we have been over the previous decade. Continue reading
Increase the appeal of rental properties with parking spaces
There are many desirable features that renters look for in a London property. Convenient transport links and local amenities are important, but another factor that buy-to-let investors may want to consider is purchasing properties that offer tenants their own parking space. A large proportion of renters in the capital often complain that the one thing missing when they find their ideal accommodation is the ability to park their vehicle outside or close to their homes. The fact is that buy-to-let properties with one or more parking spaces can command higher rents and offer landlords the chance to make more money. Continue reading
The new Elizabeth Line
Property prices along the new Elizabeth Line in London have risen a great deal in the seven years since the project began. The work to build a new Underground line is known as Crossrail, but the route will be renamed in 2018 when the central section is finished. The name change was unveiled in February 2016 and is intended to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II, the longest serving British Monarch, and will be coloured royal purple on maps. Continue reading
The value of a view
There are several factors that can add a premium to the value of a property in a major city such as London, and one of them is a desirable view. Interestingly, views that are particularly valued in London are those of the bridges spanning the Thames. These structures are an integral part of the character of the city, revealing the history and the ambition of the people that call it home. As a result, they are highly sought after. Continue reading
The most flexible guaranteed rent available
Although we offer a wide variety of property services covering every aspect of sales, purchases and lettings, we have become renowned for our guaranteed rent schemes. This is our most popular service and has helped countless landlords to avoid the inconvenience and worry of missed rent payments, giving them complete confidence that their investment will remain profitable. Continue reading
London is set to become a city of renters by 2025
London’s ever-evolving property landscape will soon change even further with the construction of more than 30,000 build-to-rent homes. Savvy new developers are strategically targeting Crossrail hotspots across the city in their quest to offer rental schemes and build-to-rent properties. Continue reading
How will a “Brexit” impact the property market?
One of the biggest news stories in recent weeks has been the upcoming “Brexit” referendum in June, which will determine whether or not Britain will leave the EU. There is much uncertainty about what the future will hold for our country if we opt to leave, particularly in the property market, where there are bound to be some significant changes. Continue reading
Buyers and renters love fashionable Southwark
Located in the heart of inner London, Southwark is one of the most desirable boroughs for buyers and tenants. After going extensive regeneration in recent years it is now home to some of the capital’s most luxurious and fashionable buildings, particularly in the north of the borough, as well as more affordable investments in up-and-coming areas like Peckham, Camberwell and Bermondsey. Continue reading
Landlords can increase rental yields with basement conversions
The last two years have seen planning applications to dig basements in London properties more than double in number. The combination of rising property prices and ambitious design ideas has resulted in more and more people heading underneath their houses to create additional space. If you have rental accommodation that you wish to expand to increase your income, a basement conversion may be the ideal solution. Continue reading
