Even before the Olympics came along and brought regeneration to E11, Stratford was considered a great place to live in London. A great balance of inner and outer London, Stratford is close enough to the City, Docklands and the West End to be useful, but also far enough out of London that you’ve got some […]
I am absolutely delighted to announce that Dockleys has won a British Property Award for the second year running, receiving gold in the E1 Local Lettings Category. As we’ve only been in business for two years, this means we’ve been offering an award-winning service from the word go – we’re thrilled this has been publicly […]
If you’re new to being a landlord, the list of documentation and certificates you need for your property may seem bewildering, expensive, or both! But let me reassure you – all the documentation is surprisingly easy to organise and is also cheaper than the consequences of not having the right paperwork in place. Some documents […]
Festival season has started! People in the East End have their very own festival right on their doorsteps. No camping, no mud (!), just a great atmosphere and some great music. All Points East takes place in Victoria Park between Saturday 24 May and Sunday 2 June 2019. Day tickets are still available to buy […]
Renting a house with friends is a great idea, particularly in London where rents can be higher than in the rest of the country. It can be a good way of making your income go further, helping you save money for a deposit once you’re ready to buy a house. But, as you know if […]
One of the most common reason for people to move house is that the house is now the wrong size for them. Huge family houses are just a pain to clean once all the children have flown the nest, while families in two-bedroom flats struggle too, for different reasons. But when we’re selling the properties […]
In a word, yes. Occasionally, with very simple property transactions, it is possible to handle all the legal aspects and paperwork yourself, but it is usually better to instruct a conveyancer to act for you. Chances are it will be cheaper and less stressful in the long run – here’s why: It’s probably cheaper Time […]
As people young and old take to the streets to highlight the issue of climate change, it’s a good time to look at what positive steps London is already taking to address the problem. Mayor Sadiq Khan is aiming to make the UK capital the world’s first National Park City, with over 50% green space. […]
The East End is quite clearly the best place to live in London – that’s why I live and work here! For families who live in East London already, or for those visiting from Hertfordshire, Essex and beyond, there’s lots to do during the Easter Holidays. Here are my top picks – click on the […]
When you’re letting property, it’s important to understand the fees you pay and what you get for your money. While all landlords want the best possible return on their investment, tenant referencing is not an area where you can afford to cut corners. If you find yourself saddled with a tenant who can’t pay the […]
