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East vs South-West: Live Debate with Dockleys and James Pendleton

East vs South-West: Live Debate with Dockleys and James Pendleton

Our Director, Adam Dockley, recently had an amazing experience joining Lee Pendleton of James Pendleton estate agents for a video Q&A. It was supposed to be a debate between East London (his patch) and South West London (James’ patch). Instead, it was a debate between Central London and the Home Counties with some great property […]

How has the pandemic shaped the future of the property market?

How has the pandemic shaped the future of the property market?

The recent stamp duty holiday did much to get the housing market moving, which was good news for buyers, sellers and estate agents. However, other processes have been slowed down considerably, and solicitors and conveyancers have had to make some big adjustments. I caught up with James Singleton from Fletcher Day to discuss the effect […]

Why buy property in an East London skyscraper?

Why buy property in an East London skyscraper?

I can’t help but feel excited at the new buildings springing up all over East London. The capital’s skyline has changed so much over the last ten years, with new tall office buildings springing up in the City, and residential and mixed-use developments arriving across the East End. Living in a tall building isn’t for […]

I’m self-employed – will I ever be able to own property?

I’m self-employed – will I ever be able to own property?

It’s a common misconception that lenders won’t give mortgages to people who are self-employed. In fact, that’s not strictly true. Many lenders will consider lending to self-employed borrowers – you could be closer to owning property than you think. I’m not a mortgage broker so everything in this blog is based on my own experience. […]

Marketing property in East London? Here’s why social media is an important part of the plan…

Marketing property in East London? Here’s why social media is an important part of the plan…

When I was first selling property a decade or so ago, internet property searches were in their infancy and social media hadn’t even been invented. But times have changed, and like many East London estate agents, I’m finding that social media is a great tool for selling property. Here’s why…. Social media is a cost-effective […]

Why buy new-build property in East London?

Why buy new-build property in East London?

Dockleys have been working with a number of developers recently to sell new build property in East London. There are many reasons why newly built houses and flats appeal to buyers, from practical matters like brand new boilers to more emotional ones like being the very first person to live there. In this blog, I’ll […]

Buy property at Douro Place, Bow, E3

Buy property at Douro Place, Bow, E3

Dockleys have recently been given the opportunity to sell units in Douro Place, a new development in Bow, E3. Unlike many new build developments, Douro Place is made up of houses, flats and duplexes, each one different. I’ve found that selling units in a boutique development makes a refreshing change! So often, many apartments in […]

Why move to Bow, E3?

Why move to Bow, E3?

I love all of East London (well, most of it!) – that’s why I sell property here. I practice what I preach too and I’ve been living in Bow for the last ten years. Bow has a great location and a great vibe, as well as providing essentials like schools and shops. Here’s why I […]