Planning permission for one of the most interesting examples of property investment Tower Hamlets has seen in recent years is now secure. The approval means a new civic centre in the heart of Whitechapel. As a result the services will relocate back to the local community rather than the current property in Blackwell. Continue reading →

Canada Water, Southwark saw gentrification in the 80s following the closure of the docklands. As part of this a large portion of the dock was infilled. The development led to the creation of new low-rise housing, a shopping centre, and a wildlife reserve. An extension of the Jubilee Line in 1999 added a station and increased connectivity. Continue reading →

With the lack of land in London more developers are looking at increasing housing density. Towards the end of February Newham Council approved plans by Berkeley Homes that will result in 3,810 new homes. The site is 29 acres, making this one of the densest projects in the capital. It will see 356 homes situated on each 2.5 acres. Continue reading →

Plans to redevelop Wimbledon Stadium have been in the works for over five years. The idea was to demolish the existing dog track and use the land for new housing, retail and leisure space. The proposals gained some intense opposition, resulting in some big delays. In February the project finally got consent and the redevelopment can get underway. Continue reading →

Prime property markets around the world see their popularity and values shift over time. This is natural as falling prices in one area can cause people to target others. The higher demand that occurs as a result can push prices up. Continue reading →

We are a company that dedicates itself to working alongside its clients. We do this to secure the best deals for them. If you find yourself drawn towards the properties in the area and want to work with an approachable lettings agent Havering has no better than Finefair. We understand that everyone’s requirements differ. As such, we offer tailored packages. They can suit your circumstances far greater than any standard bundle. Continue reading →

Hackney Wick has grown into a property hotspot over the last 6 years. Gentrification began in the lead up to the 2012 Olympics, transforming the image of the area. The arrival of a wave of artists priced out of other areas also had a huge benefit. Old warehouses were perfect for transformation into new studios. This gives the area a creative, arty vibe. Continue reading →

The City of London remains a hotbed for business and financial services. Although there is some uncertainty due to the political situation, there are plenty of positives. Being based in the centre of London is great for businesses. This fact is illuminated with the news that 2017 saw £12.6billion invested into commercial property. Consequently, this is a new record. Buyers from around the world purchased assets in the area. Continue reading →

London is expected to remain a hot area for buy to let in 2018. Although prices fell slightly in a number of areas in 2017 there is still strong return on investment potential. There are plenty of good opportunities for capital gains in the long term. In addition, rental demand is high in a lot of areas so a good yield can be achieved. Continue reading →

New data from Rightmove revealed that asking prices across the UK were cut in January. This is seen as a bid by sellers to entice New Year buyers. The national average for reductions is 1.4% but not all areas have reduced prices. In fact some hotspots continued to rise in value. Continue reading →