New vitality is coming to many areas in London in the form of regeneration, transport upgrades and home developments. While they may still be under the radar at this current moment in time, many experts are predicting that they will become some of the year’s most sought after areas and recommend that investors investigate the possibility of doing business in these regions. Here are a few areas that are predicted to become even more appealing to buyers and sellers this year. Continue reading
More and more people are choosing to let their properties
Figures reveal that one in 20 people in the UK lets out one or more properties to supplement their income. The rental market can be very lucrative, and the significant boost in 2014 combined with positive forecasts for this year indicate that it is the best time since the collapse of the economy to consider venturing into the rental market. Continue reading
It’s a rewarding time for landlords
In 2014, the rental property market in London experienced the most significant growth in the UK, and a new outlook report predicts that the capital will remain at the front of the line throughout 2015. Continue reading
Could 2015 transform more people into owners of £1 million homes?
Property prices in the UK, and particularly in London, boomed in 2014 with high demand driving up prices. There are now more than 400,000 people with properties valued at over £1 million, over 275,000 of which are in the capital according to the Land Registry. The numbers work out at around 160 homes crossing the seven figure threshold every day, a truly amazing statistic. Continue reading
Rising land prices could offer new investment opportunities
Real estate could be one of the best places to invest your money, especially if you can find the right opportunity. The first thing to do is choose the best location then you can start searching for a suitable property with the potential to deliver the returns you want. Continue reading
Centre Point set to be transformed into luxury apartments
As building space in London becomes more limited, a huge number of unused or derelict properties are being rejuvenated and transformed to create new homes. At the top end of the market the new development of Centre Point is set to add 82 new apartments when it is finished in 2017. Continue reading
Living space is highly sought after in London
As we all know, living space is an extremely desirable asset in London, and many people are living in and investing in smaller and smaller properties as a result of this. An example of one such property has gone up for sale this month. Continue reading
Property hotspots in London for 2015
The property market in London is continuously in a state of flux, with new developments taking place alongside transport upgrades and regeneration projects. This can make it tricky for investors to find the newest hotspots and make the biggest returns for their money. The scale of the city and the surrounding area also make it increasingly difficult. Continue reading
Tips for a profitable rental property
Investing in real estate could be a great way to make a profit, particularly when you take into account the low interest rate and the risk of entering the stock market. With property you have the advantage of owning a solid asset that you can sell in the future. If the price isn’t right at the time or you can’t find a buyer you can choose to rent instead and accept a smaller, steady income until the market improves. Continue reading
What will the coming years bring for the prime rental market?
With stamp duty changes already having an impact on the prime market, the possible introduction of a mansion tax is also worrying buyers. This could leave owners struggling to offload properties, but there is a silver lining in the amount of long term growth that is predicted in the rental market. Continue reading
