Lambeth, located in South London, is a thin, long Borough which is about three miles wide and seven long. The area is proving to be one of the finest in the capital for property investment though, even with its small size. This is because of the fantastic location and great prices. Continue reading →

While it’s known as one of the most expensive cities in the world there is still a chance to make a good return on property investments. Landlords especially are able to benefit, especially if they have properties in attractive Boroughs. They can gain a considerable rental yield back from their investments as a result. Havering is proving to be one of the best places to invest in rentals. Continue reading →

Classified as part of Inner London by some definitions and Outer by others, Haringey was formed in 1965 and today it’s one of London’s finest Boroughs. The sense of community here is something rather special, with village-style fairs, local festivals and even art events. If you are someone with a family or are looking to start one, then the area is definitely the place for you. Continue reading →

Enfield has a wonderful history and enjoyed a great deal of growth over the centuries. Originally the area began to grow because it was located on the Roman road between London and York. By 1086 the town was established and became a bustling centre for commerce. A market charter followed in 1303 and the arrival of the railway in 1840 transformed the area into a suburb of the capital. Continue reading →

Ealing has enjoyed impressive rises in property prices over the last few years as a result of improvements to transport links. When Crossrail was approved in 2007 demand in the area increased thanks to the announcement that five new stations would be created in the Borough. This rose further in 2009 when construction began and could very well continue until completion in 2019. Continue reading →

Known as the investment capital of the world, London sees all manner of investors choosing to purchase different types of properties and land in the capital. Buy-to-let investors in particular are looking to benefit here and if you are one of them, it’s a good idea to know which areas will best suit you. Continue reading →

The recent National Hotspots Index makes quite good reading for investors. It indicates the top ten hottest areas in the country, those where properties sell quickly when they are put on the market. The list is dominated by locations within the commuter belt of London. These destinations see high demand because they generally offer more value for money than central areas where prices for properties are much higher. Continue reading →

The London Borough of Newham is situated 5 miles east from the main city and is situated north of the River Thames. The motto of the borough from the coat of arms is “Progress with the People”, something we believe to be true. With the excellent property prices and the employment opportunities, it is the ideal place for investments. Continue reading →

Property investment creates a very interesting paradox when it comes to prices. Investors want to purchase properties that offer the best possible returns. Many people would feel that this will involve choosing an area where the values are rising. This can be the case but it also means they need to pay more to buy the property in the first place. This can increase their outlay and eat into the profits. Continue reading →

This might be stating the obvious, but we feel that it’s something that is worth bearing in mind – the ultimate purpose of any property investment is to generate as high a level of financial return as possible for the investor. In terms of this, there are many who would suggest that property investments then become speculative – or in stronger terms a gamble – as surely it’s the case that market forces determine what value is gained more so than any actions that the investor takes to grow the value. Whilst it’s certainly true that the market, in particular the relative level of demand, does dictate the overall value, it would be inaccurate to suggest that this alone is the only way in which investors can gain returns. Continue reading →