It’s safe to say that, for quite some time, cities with a very similar investment story have been the focus of investors in the UK. These are the cities where residents had to both live and work. But when a pandemic comes along, those driving factors change. Never before have where we live, our health […]
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. […]
If you own leasehold property and want to sell it, it’s important to understand about leases before you start. In this blog, I run through the key things you need to know about selling leasehold property What’s the difference between freehold and leasehold? If you’re lucky enough to own freehold property, it’s all yours until […]
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 […]
March 2019 will see the thirtieth MIPIM conference in Cannes. MIPIM is the property market’s major international exhibition, with over three thousand exhibitors and countless visitors. Who is going to MIPIM 2019? This year, the big attraction is the opening address from Ban Ki-moon, former Secretary General of the UN. Exhibitors include a company that […]
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 […]
If you’ve invested in a buy-to-let property, you’ll be wanting to maximise your return – it stands to reason. But having your investment property managed by an estate agent can often be cheaper in the long run. Choose the fully-managed option and tap into a wealth of knowledge, experience and efficiency, providing value for money […]
There are many advantages to buying new-build property off-plan, but it’s important to be aware of how the transaction differs from other property purchases so you get the best from the deal. On the one hand, you’ll be buying a property that’s guaranteed for ten years; on the other, you won’t be able to view […]
We are thrilled to announce that we are now advertising our properties through On The Market, as well as through Zoopla and Right Move. We are currently trialling the site so it won’t lead to any increases in our fees, but it will get your property seen by even more people. There are lots of […]
I’m a big believer in improving properties prior to selling them – more buyers these days seem to be looking for something they can move straight into, rather than choosing a property with “potential.” But did you know that investing in anything from a two-storey extension to a new front door can add value not […]
