Successfully letting a property depends on several factors, including the location, the price and how well the home is presented. Tenants will always prefer properties that are decorated to a high standard and properly maintained. They will have more pride in the home when this happens, and will generally take better care of it as a result. In some cases, you could even find tenants want to stay for the long term because of the condition. Continue reading →

When you’re thinking about making a property investment with the aim of letting it, you will of course need to consider the location, as this is one of the most important factors potential tenants will be thinking about when choosing their new home. Luckily, London has no shortage of fantastic areas which have plenty to offer tenants, leading to plenty of opportunities for landlords and investors. Hackney is one borough which has been attracting a lot of attention in recent years. Continue reading →

Typically there are a number of prime markets in London that are synonymous with high property values. However, with rising prices throughout the city, properties valued at £1 million and up are becoming more and more common. This can make it tricky to decide what areas to target when looking to make a purchase. Luckily there is one map you can look at to get a quick idea of locations where values may be high and properties are likely to be in demand. Continue reading →

Blocks of flats are common in London because they allow more homes to be built on the same piece of land. They are also popular because buyer tastes have changed and buyers are more likely to look for a valuable single floor property rather than a traditional home. Luxury apartment buildings also tend to have additional facilities that residents can find attractive. Continue reading →

The student population in London is predicted to increase by 50% over the next decade, with funding for student housing expected to triple and reach £5.7 billion by the end of 2015. The last two years have seen a significant surge in investment in the UK student housing market, with a rise from under £500 million five years ago to £3.8 billion in the first six months of 2015. Figures show that London accounts for £1.5 billion of the increase. Continue reading →

Hampstead Heath, mostly situated in the London Borough of Camden, is home to many stunning, multi-million pound properties. One stands out from the crowd because it only rises eight feet above the ground and is hidden behind a wooden fence. The confusing thing about this property is the fact that not only does it have two floors, but the living room boasts a twenty-five foot high ceiling. The effect is achieved because the majority of the building is subterranean. Continue reading →

Bromley is the largest of the 32 boroughs in Greater London, covering an impressive 57.97 square miles. The size is reflected in the population. It was estimated to be over 321,000 in mid 2014, making it one of the top six most populated boroughs in the city.

The large population makes demand for housing very high. Bromley London Borough Council is stepping in to help increase the amount of available housing in the area by supporting private landlords in leasing their properties. Their Direct Let scheme allows property owners to lease a vacant home with help from the council, providing support, advice and additional security in the process. Continue reading →

Over the years the London borough of Bexley has mostly been associated with a high percentage of owner occupied residential buildings. There has, however, always been a considerable number of people who prefer to rent. The number of people renting properties across London is increasing. The trends all indicate that flats are the most sought after properties for rentals, which, as you might expect, has seen many investors seek out blocks of flats to add to their property portfolios. Continue reading →

For many years the stock market was the primary location for serious investors, but many investors today see the stock market as an unfathomable place. Property is a tangible asset that is much more favourable than a market where fortunes can be lost in a moment. Buy to let has been booming for the last few years, and many landlords continue to invest in properties to lease to tenants and secure their financial futures. Continue reading →

A new survey of more than 12,000 Londoners has been conducted, asking them their opinions on the best places to live in the capital. Out of the top twenty, four are located in the South London borough of Wandsworth: Balham, Battersea, Tooting, and Clapham Junction. The top pick from the survey, Clapham, is within easy reach of the borough. These spots were chosen based on factors such as convenient transportation links, entertainment and housing. Continue reading →