Willesden Green was transformed by the arrival of the Metropolitan Line. Towards the end of the 19th century it was the fastest growing area in the whole of London. The new faster route to the centre of the city helped businesses to grow and attracted people looking for larger homes with more space. It is these same properties that prove to be so attractive to this day, drawing families. Continue reading →

Several areas in the London Borough of Barnet are proving to be very popular amongst investors. West Hendon, Edgware and Mill Hill are desirable because of the affordable prices and great transport links. All three saw good rises in property values in 2016 and are expected to continue their growth. Continue reading →

At Finefair we specialise in guaranteed rent in Wandsworth and all other Boroughs of London. Our aim is to deliver great services for landlords, giving them the peace of mind that we are finding the right tenants for them and looking after their properties. In addition we make sure the agreed fee is paid every month for the whole duration of the agreement. Continue reading →

Traditionally the most important thing for people looking to buy a home, whether they were first time buyers, looking to move up the ladder, or investors, was location. There has been a big shift in this recently though, especially in London. Location is still important but it has been vastly overshadowed by high property prices. Now price is the biggest factor that attracts people. Continue reading →

Wapping was one of the very first locations in London to become the focus of intense regeneration. In the 80s developers began buying old warehouses and converting them into homes, creating riverside lofts with fantastic views. The work helped to retain the character of many of the properties whilst also putting them to new use. As a result the area became very popular and prices rose dramatically. Continue reading →

Southwark Riverside is considered to be one of the best stretches of the South Bank of the Thames. It is a beautiful walk with a wonderful backdrop of landmarks to enjoy. Nowhere else along the river can you see so many different iconic buildings so close together, from the Tate Modern to Tower Bridge and Southwark Cathedral. Continue reading →

The Borough of Richmond Upon Thames is one of the most unique in the capital. It has an incredible combination of world famous attractions, large parks, and built-up areas. These are covered in the latest Visit Richmond Guide 2017. Continue reading →

Canning Town in the London Borough of Newham is the focus of a huge £3.7 billion regeneration. This is a sign of the wave of investment and development heading eastward from the centre of the city. As part of the project two new town centres are being created in the area, one on each side of the A13. In total around 10,000 new homes will be created too. Continue reading →

Collier’s Wood is a fantastic, mostly residential area in the London Borough of Merton. It was previously woodland but was cleared in the 19th century, allowing development. The area is still very green though, particularly with Wandle Park, Wandle Meadow Nature Park, and Collier’s Wood Recreational Ground. The green spaces are highly appreciated amongst residents, particularly dog walkers. Continue reading →

Herne Hill sits on the boundary between the London Boroughs of Lambeth and Southwark. It is a popular district for renters due to the attractive location, multitude of transport links, and large number of Victorian, Edwardian and 1920s houses. Many of the homes have been split up into flats and house shares are also increasing in popularity. Continue reading →