In previous articles we have written about features that add value to a property in London such as proximity to transport links and parks. The latter adds value because so many properties in the capital have no outdoor space of their own. Property website House Simple recently looked at this in more detail. Continue reading
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Redeveloping West Hendon
Several areas in the London Borough of Barnet are proving to be very popular amongst investors. West Hendon, Edgware and Mill Hill are desirable because of the affordable prices and great transport links. All three saw good rises in property values in 2016 and are expected to continue their growth. Continue reading
Barking and Dagenham has the second highest price growth in London in February 2017
Your Move recently released their data for property price growth in February. The figures make interesting reading, showing that the average price of a home in England and Wales rose by 0.6% in the month. This is a positive result over the same month in 2016 when there was a lot of concern about the introduction of stamp duty price hikes. Continue reading
Understanding your responsibilities when you choose guaranteed rent
At Finefair we specialise in guaranteed rent in Wandsworth and all other Boroughs of London. Our aim is to deliver great services for landlords, giving them the peace of mind that we are finding the right tenants for them and looking after their properties. In addition we make sure the agreed fee is paid every month for the whole duration of the agreement. Continue reading
Price overtakes location as the most important factor for buyers
Traditionally the most important thing for people looking to buy a home, whether they were first time buyers, looking to move up the ladder, or investors, was location. There has been a big shift in this recently though, especially in London. Location is still important but it has been vastly overshadowed by high property prices. Now price is the biggest factor that attracts people. Continue reading
Wapping is a very stable area filled with character and charm
Wapping was one of the very first locations in London to become the focus of intense regeneration. In the 80s developers began buying old warehouses and converting them into homes, creating riverside lofts with fantastic views. The work helped to retain the character of many of the properties whilst also putting them to new use. As a result the area became very popular and prices rose dramatically. Continue reading
Sutton is a major hotspot and has a great mix of properties
Sutton has become one of the biggest hotspots with first time buyers and investors over the last few years. The area has a fantastic property scene, offering a great mix of homes that provides options to suit any criteria. Continue reading
Southwark has a wonderful stretch of Riverside
Southwark Riverside is considered to be one of the best stretches of the South Bank of the Thames. It is a beautiful walk with a wonderful backdrop of landmarks to enjoy. Nowhere else along the river can you see so many different iconic buildings so close together, from the Tate Modern to Tower Bridge and Southwark Cathedral. Continue reading
There are many beautiful areas in Richmond Upon Thames
The Borough of Richmond Upon Thames is one of the most unique in the capital. It has an incredible combination of world famous attractions, large parks, and built-up areas. These are covered in the latest Visit Richmond Guide 2017. Continue reading
Property listings leaped up in Redbridge in January
Recent data from the Property Supply Index by online estate agent House Simple showed that the number of property listings in January 2017 jumped to pre-Christmas levels. They examined the number of properties being listed in 100 major areas, including every London Borough. They found that every town and city across the UK saw a rise in properties listed in this period. An incredible 21.7% of them saw increases of 100% or more in comparison to December. Continue reading