Redbridge offers a high standard of living

If you’re looking to buy a property to let or to refurbish and sell on, and are considering the best areas of the capital to invest your money, you may want to consider the possibility of buying a property in Redbridge. Nestled on the north-east edge of the Greater London area, this suburb is renowned as a green leafy area (it contains parts of Epping Forest) with a high quality of life and many great properties to choose from. Continue reading

The rise of private letting

Britain’s housing market is changing. The number of owner-occupiers is dropping significantly, whilst those who are renting are on the rise. These figures highlight that Britain is increasingly becoming a nation of renters, with few people being able to own their own properties and instead turning towards renting. Continue reading

Lucrative times for landlords

If we look back at the 1980s, it was commonplace to hear professionals in their 20s talking about taking their first steps onto the property ladder. Today paints a very different picture. For millions of people in the UK, the property market has become unsettling. With ascending house prices and plummeting salaries, the majority of young professionals have little chance of entering the market as buyers. The past decade has seen a dramatic turnaround. Ten years ago 59% of 25 year olds owned their own homes, whilst 21% were living in rented properties. The figures today show us that 36% own their own home, and the number of renters has risen to 48%. Continue reading

Investment in London’s residential property market

Over the years London has acted as a magnet for overseas investors, providing a safe haven for their assets and great returns on investment. Due to the increase in demand, certain areas of the world-famous destination have surged in price. However, this isn’t to say that there aren’t specific areas in London that are still reasonably priced; in fact, there are many suitable properties that provide great opportunities for prospective buyers. Here are some of the factors you should consider before any papers are signed. Continue reading

Interest moves to North London

The prime property market in London is moving further away from established parts of the city, as people look for new places to invest where they can excellent returns. Traditional prime locations have high prices and are forcing people to look further afield. A new map has even been created to show where new popular areas are located. Surprisingly it seems to show that people are moving further to the North, West and South in search of new opportunities. Continue reading

Demand for homes increases London property prices

The City of London and the surrounding areas are now part of the prime property market. This is a result of a combination of increased job creation and strong buyer demand, underpinning the price growth. In a new report, it’s said that the city has been transformed as a result of a variety of cultural and economic factors in the most active residential areas. Continue reading

An increase in London high rise buildings

Over the past year the number of towers erected in London has increased by over 50 per cent. It is thought by some that a large influx of tall housing developments across the city could threaten its architectural heritage. Developers are rushing to build towers across the area as they are a great way to gain return on investment, but what impact might it have on architecture? Continue reading

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When it comes to guaranteed rent, we are the capital’s number one suppliers and the preferred agents for your London borough. With many years of experience behind us and a unique guaranteed rent offer that is open to all UK investors, regardless of the type of property they own, we have become renowned for offering the best quality services available anywhere in the capital. Continue reading