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 →

As so many people are searching for places to rent in the capital, buy-to-let properties are an increasingly attractive investment option for many people. Making an investment in a London property is a major decision and will usually involve significant amounts of money, so it is important to seek professional advice and guidance to ensure you are making the right decisions as a first-time investor. Here are some of our tips for investors who are just starting out in the exciting London property market. Continue reading →

With our years of experience in the world of London property, we have a detailed understanding of the pressures which face landlords. We strive to address many of these worries by offering the most comprehensive selection of services, particularly our unique guaranteed rent schemes. If you have concerns about receiving your rent on time each month, this could offer you the ideal solution. Huge numbers of landlords across the country have already benefited from this offer, and no matter what kind of property you own, we are ready to help you too. Continue reading →

Managing a block of flats is a major challenge. It is often much more complex than handling a single property such as a house, because you will have multiple different flats and tenants to deal with, as well as communal areas and gardens which all need to be maintained. Block management involves a diverse variety of different jobs, and anybody undertaking the task needs to have in-depth knowledge of matters such as accountancy, tenancy law, health and safety and much more. Continue reading →

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 →

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 →

January 2016 was an excellent month for the property market in England and Wales, according to the latest figures released by the Land Registry. House prices jumped by 2.5% on average in the period, making it the biggest rise in a single month since June 2002. Continue reading →

Research shows that more and more young people are renting for longer rather than buying their first home. Recent data from the Office of National Statistics shows that the percentage of 24 to 29 year olds in a position to purchase their own property has fallen from 55% in 1996 to 30% in 2015. The percentage of 30 to 34 year olds that own their own place has decreased from 68% to 46%. Continue reading →

With rentals booming in popularity over the past few years, more and more people are investing in rental homes and looking for tenants. If you are a first time landlord, you could have the potential to make excellent returns. However, letting a property can be a stressful experience if the whole process is not managed effectively, and you may end up feeling that the returns you get are not worth the time or effort you are putting in. Continue reading →

The level of demand for residential property is increasing nationwide. Despite many concerted efforts to ensure there is an adequate supply to match the demand, in certain areas of the country this is simply impossible to achieve. London is the area which currently has the highest level of disparity between supply and demand. This situation means London property investors have the potential to gain outstanding long term returns on their investments, particularly through guaranteed rent. Continue reading →