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 →

Hornsey in the London Borough of Haringey is a well regarded Victorian suburb that is becoming increasingly popular. The original village dates back to 1202 and remained rural for over 600 years. The arrival of the railways in the 1880s triggered the development. Seven stations opened throughout the local area, bringing an influx of people and leading to the creation of new housing. Rows of these Victorian and Edwardian terraces make up a large part of the current stock. Continue reading →

Hammersmith and Fulham is a very popular Borough for families, offering good schools and easy access to a multitude of fantastic attractions. There are also plenty of interesting stories about the area and a number of things that even the residents may not know. Here are some of the best ones. Continue reading →

Over the past years house prices in Woolwich, Greenwich have grown substantially. The area is becoming a popular destination and in March it was announced that £32 million would be spent to create a cultural quarter. This will give the area better nightlife driven by the arts. The investment will create a new theatre, a performance courtyard, and a series of spaces specifically for rehearsing. Continue reading →

The Northfields Allotments, formerly Ealing Dean, are the oldest in London. They were created in 1832 when the Bishop of London, Charles James Blomfield, decreed the land be made available to the working poor. It was duly split up into allotments that locals could use to garden and produce their own food. A single well-managed plot could feed a family and the land also provided important green space for residents who lacked their own gardens. Continue reading →