Keeping properties in the right condition is vital for a number of reasons, including the fact that upkeep and maintenance can reduce wear and repair costs in the future. Property owners, whether they are owner occupiers or landlords, are responsible for the work, including both inside and outside of the property. In some cases tenants can be given the responsibility but this must be clearly set out in the tenancy agreement. Continue reading →

The London Borough of Lewisham has an incredible history. Over the years the area has been the focus of a great deal of development but the work has generally progressed in fits and starts. This has been caused by a number of setbacks and changing fortunes for developers and builders alike. Continue reading →

Despite being one of the most famous areas of the capital city a little known fact is that Kingston upon Thames has the lowest population level of any London Borough. The last set of available figures show that it is the only part of the city where the population is below 200,000. This is information which usually comes as a surprise to people, as the number of properties in the area does not suggest such a comparatively low level residency. Continue reading →

There are a number of highly desirable areas in Islington. The most renowned are Barnsbury and its neighbour Canonbury in the heart of the Borough. Both residential areas are home to quiet streets and wonderful garden squares. Georgian and Victorian family homes are plentiful in each location, offering space and aesthetics too. Continue reading →

Block management can prove to be invaluable to property investors who own several properties in an area. The right service can deliver fantastic savings as well as ensuring that each individual house is managed to the same high standard. Additionally organisation, reporting, and meeting obligations can become far more efficient by having a single company looking after each asset. Continue reading →

Harrow on the Hill is a wonderful part of London, home to one of the most celebrated schools in the whole of the UK and a myriad of beautiful homes. The period properties have a lot of character, whether it is the smaller mews homes or larger family-friendly Victorian and Edwardian detached houses. There is plenty of praise for the architecture. Continue reading →

Parsons Green in the Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham is a fantastic residential area that families really love. It is a popular alternative to Chelsea thanks to the wonderful attractions on offer and the additional value for money. The area has a village feel and is home to two fantastic parks. The 42 acre Hurlingham Park is just a short walk to the south too. Continue reading →

A key consideration for all property portfolio holders is how best to achieve a fixed, assured and secured return on their investment. With several factors creating uncertainty in the market, the number of ways in which this can be put in place have become limited. Continue reading →

The property market in the UK has undergone a wide array of changes over the years. One that has been remarked on recently is that there seems to have been a drop in “property mobility”. What this means is that younger generations will live in fewer different homes over the course of their lives than their predecessors did. Continue reading →

It can be tricky to understand the difference between leasehold and freehold properties but the knowledge is crucial for both owners and tenants. Leasehold means you own a property for a period of time. After this, ownership will revert back to the freeholder. With freehold you own the property outright and there are no time limits. Continue reading →