London is changing more now than ever before in its long history. The city is growing upwards and outwards at a fantastic rate, completely redefining the size and scale. Many areas are becoming more dynamic, with public spaces and street finishes working together to create a welcoming environment. Many structural changes have taken place too, with developments in infrastructure making some areas far more accessible than ever before. The development of the city is astounding both for its pace and broad focus. Continue reading
Buying properties at auction
Finding an investment property in London can be challenging, especially when you consider the amount of competition there is in the market from both at home and overseas. It is advisable to work with local estate agents such as our team on this matter, particularly if they offer portfolio services where they actively search for properties for you; we offer a wide variety of services including full property management in Bexley and beyond, guiding you towards making the right decisions for your finances. Continue reading
Pension changes could spark another buy-to-let boom
In last year’s budget, Chancellor George Osborne announced changes to pension rules that would allow new pensioners to gain better access to their savings through cash in annuities. The changes will come into effect this month and will affect those saving into a workplace or personal pension scheme where the payouts are based on the performance rather than the final salary of the fund. Continue reading
Crossrail will boost London’s property market
Arguably, the most sought after feature when considering purchasing or renting a property is location. Prospective buyers or tenants will look at factors such as local amenities, infrastructure and transport links. These are even more important when seeking a property in a big city such as London. Due to this, a study has revealed that properties situated near to the new Crossrail line – which is opening in 2018 – will experience a rise in price. According to the study, local housing and areas in the city centre near to Farringdon and Whitechapel will see the most change, and even increased at a faster rate than the rest of London last year. Continue reading
New safety regulations to protect tenants and landlords
This year will see new regulations laid out in Parliament requiring landlords to install fully functional smoke and carbon monoxide alarms in their properties. Although subject to Parliamentary approval, the law is expected to be implemented from Oct 2015. The move has received strong support and is expected to aid the prevention of up to 36 fatalities and 1,375 injuries annually. Government funding will enable fire and rescue authorities to support their local landlords by providing free smoke alarms. The aim is to help private landlords successfully meet their obligations and to protect tenants and properties. Continue reading
Buy-to-let can be a rewarding investment
Buy-to-let properties have been popular amongst investors for many years, and are becoming increasingly popular as more people are choosing to rent their homes rather than buying them. Over 1.4 million people worldwide own a property which they use for additional income and with the rising rents, low interest rates and great house prices it’s an extremely profitable time for many landlords. Continue reading
Helping you to locate lucrative investment properties
The property market remains steady in Britain, and the economic recovery means that more and more people are looking for the best possible investments that they can make. Properties can be expensive, but if you have the resources, they can be extremely effective investments. Property can provide impressive gains as long as you are well prepared, you plan ahead, and the right property is purchased. Continue reading
A hassle-free way to let your property
Property investment is rewarding but time consuming, especially if you are a landlord that lives abroad, lets multiple properties at once, or lives away from the area in question. However, if you are struggling to keep up with your maintenance, management or want to know that your investment is secure, we are here to help. Continue reading
Southwark is one of London’s most sought after areas
If you have the resources to invest in properties in Southwark, you have the potential to make a lot of money. We can help to guide you towards success with your Southwark property, whether you are looking to buy here or already own properties within its boundaries. Continue reading
Investment strategies for property buyers
When you buy properties as an investment with the express aim to let them, you need to ensure you have the right strategy in place. There are many things you’ll need to plan for and take into account before you rush in and commit. Continue reading
