Following a muted six months, we are now seeing momentum return to the housing market. Demand was slowed by uncertainty regarding the result of the general election, tighter lending conditions and a natural adjustment after a recovery in prices. The annual growth rate is the most important indicator for the direction of the housing market, and new data recently released by the Halifax shows that the growth rate increased from 8.1% to 8.5% during the 12 months to April 2015. This means that the average house price rose from £193,328 to £196,412 in a month. Continue reading →

Many people are choosing property management as a way to make a profit, particularly in London where the market is continuously growing. More and more housing is needed for more and more people, increasing the demand for affordable, high quality homes. For those who own an investment property with three bedrooms or more, turning your property into a HMO (house in multiple occupation) could be a viable option. Doing so serves the community well, providing living spaces for multiple people, and also maximises your income. We specialise in Barking and Dagenham property management, as well as managing properties throughout the capital, and we can not only help you to turn your property into a HMO but we can also guarantee your rent too. Continue reading →

The demand for housing is reaching a critical level, particularly in London. The new Conservative Government will have a tough challenge on their hands to meet building demands and get the amount of properties built that are needed. There are currently said to be over 50,000 new homes at various stages of construction in the city. Some of these will become available this summer whereas others will follow in the spring of 2016. With the General Election over, it is a good time to take a look at the market and see where buyers can find the best deals. Continue reading →

If you have experienced problems with your rent payments before, such as tenants missing payments or properties being left empty and unprofitable, you may be in search of an answer. There is one great way to ensure that you never miss out on required rent payments, and that is to sign up with a guaranteed rent scheme. This way you will carry on getting paid every month without the work, stress of hassle, regardless of outside circumstances. Continue reading →

All property investors are in search of properties that offer the highest possible value for the lowest possible purchase price. Many turn to auctions in order to find properties which have great potential but are available for low prices. If you are an investor considering making a purchase at auction, our team offer an extensive pre-auction service designed to ensure that you make the right decisions. Continue reading →

The words bed and breakfast is enough to stir up feelings of cosy little buildings run by families and offering accommodation at a low price. Bed and breakfasts are often vital businesses in a local community, able to attract tourists and visitors on the strength of their accommodation alone. Many people choose to open such a business, either as a way of making money when they retire or as a primary source of income. However, running a bed and breakfast is not the easiest thing to do, and making money from it can be extremely difficult. Continue reading →

If you are a landlord or a property investor who is thinking about letting one of your investments, you may be considering whether or not you should be using the services of a lettings agent. After all, wouldn’t you would be able to handle the lettings process by yourself? Here are some of the reasons why you should look into working with our lettings agents rather than trying to go it alone. Continue reading →

Purchasing your first investment property is a big step, whether you plan on using it as a buy to let or want a quick turnaround and profit. The first option is becoming more and more popular, particularly in London where the number of people living in rented properties outstrips those who own their home. Whatever option you choose you need to work hard and plan carefully if you want to make money. Here are three essential things you need to get right when investing in properties. Continue reading →

Landlords and investors are frequently busy people, which means they don’t have the time to fully manage their property and chase up rent payments. Other investors own multiple properties in different locations, making it impossible for them to manage everything alone. Others simply wish to make money from their investment without all the time consuming work of property management. Continue reading →

The rewards of letting a property can be considerable, but the process and management requirements can often be time consuming and complex. There are many important details that need to be considered when it comes to rental properties. Continue reading →