Sutton has become one of the biggest hotspots with first time buyers and investors over the last few years. The area has a fantastic property scene, offering a great mix of homes that provides options to suit any criteria. Continue reading →

Kingston Upon Thames has proven to be a very safe bet if you are looking for investment properties. The area has a fantastic reputation, viewed in the same way that central London is but with more space. This view has been earned because the Borough is such a fantastic retail destination. In fact it is believed that more money is spent on shopping in the area than in any  destination in the capital except the lucrative west end shops in Kensington. Continue reading →

The boom in build to rent is having a huge impact on the property market in London. With high demand for rental properties more developers are looking to construct homes specifically intended for long term rent. Continue reading →

Crossrail has had a noticeable impact on property prices in Boroughs all across London. Areas close to stations that will be served by the new Elizabeth Line have enjoyed the biggest rises, in many cases seeing the price of homes growing by far more than the national average. Continue reading →

There are a number of things that investors can do to increase the value of their investment properties in Lambeth and any other area in London. New decorations, modernisation of the bathroom and kitchen, and improving the amount of floor space on offer can all add to the sell on price and expected monthly rental income. Continue reading →

Dujardin Mews, the initial phase of the huge Ponders End Regeneration Project, is due to be completed in February 2017. It is the first social housing to be built in the London Borough of Enfield in almost 40 years. The project will create 38 affordable homes, including a mixture of townhouses, maisonettes and flats. Continue reading →

HMOs (House in Multiple Occupation) are a very popular form of property investment. They allow landlords to split up homes into separate properties, seeing residents share various facilities such as a kitchen, hallways and stairs. In this way the owner can make a higher income than they would renting the property as a whole. Tenants also benefit from lower bills. Continue reading →

It is unavoidably the case that in order to look forward you must first look back. Whilst we, as we’re sure you are, focus on making 2017 as successful as possible, it’s important to learn all we can from 2016. This is particularly true of the London property market. Continue reading →

Property investments can provide great returns in the long run, especially if you purchase in an area where there is good demand and limited supply. This situation can drive prices up and result in fantastic returns. Continue reading →

The London Borough of Redbridge has, historically, sometimes been overlooked in terms of investment opportunities. There is, in fairness, quite good reason for this. Continue reading →