When Crossrail was announced investors started looking at areas along the route where they could invest in properties and stand a great chance of making a healthy return. Transport links can add some of the highest premiums to homes so this was a sound strategy. The anticipated rise in prices has occurred in many areas but there are others that retain plenty of potential. Continue reading →

Croydon was recently ranked amongst the five best hotspots that investors should consider investing in. Joining it on the list are popular North West areas Liverpool and Salford, both of which have seen a big increase in investment, Basingstoke, and Wood Green in North London. All five areas have two important things in common; they are the focus of extensive regeneration and have excellent transport links. Continue reading →

Over the last few years Harlesden has changed dramatically, completely transforming its reputation. Once an undesirable location with concerns about crime, the area has grown into one of the hottest locations for property investment Brent has to offer. Regeneration has driven the change. Continue reading →

Finchley is one of the most family friendly areas in the London Borough of Barnet. It has high performing schools, some really great open spaces, and a wide choice of homes that ranges from popular thirties semi-detached houses to modern flats. There are also some unique landmarks in the area including a bronze statue of Spike Milligan and La Delivrance, a 16ft bronze by Emile Guillaume that celebrates an Allied victory in the First World War. Continue reading →

Carshalton is one of the most beautiful areas in Sutton, perfect for people who love the environment. The area is in the valley of the River Wandle; in fact one of the sources of the river starts at the local ponds in the centre of the village. This makes the area very green and means there are a number of great walks and public spaces to enjoy. Continue reading →

Richmond has established a reputation as one of the best Boroughs in the whole of London for businesses to operate in. The statistics for theft related crime involving commercial premises also showcase that the area is the safest. Continue reading →

One of the most crucial things landlords need to ensure they do is register for self assessment and pay the right tax. If they fail to do so they could find themselves with huge penalties. HMRC has the power to demand backdated taxes be paid for up to twenty years. On top of this a fine of up to 100% of the tax owed can be issued. Continue reading →

At Finefair, one of the leading providers of guaranteed rent Islington has to offer, we always work hard to provide the most professional service. With this in mind we ensure we give our clients the best advice and the information they need to make decisions. Continue reading →

At the end of June London Mayor Sadiq Khan revealed a new plan to celebrate the diverse culture in the capital. The new competition will award one of the 32 Boroughs the title of London Borough of Culture. It will then receive an additional £1 million plus of funding to help stage world class cultural events and programmes in the area. Continue reading →

Stanmore in Harrow is one of the quietest suburbs in the whole of the capital. It remains largely rural, enjoying acres of commons and beautiful ancient beech forest. Surprisingly it is still only 14 miles from the centre of the city. Continue reading →