Investing in buy-to-let properties is only the start.
The London property market is subdued at present. Over the past year, 42% of all London postcodes have seen house prices fall. No property owner will want to see a decrease in the value of their property.
A diverse property portfolio makes sound commercial sense. As with all investments, by diversifying your assets you minimise risk. If one investment performs poorly, then you have your other investments to fall back on. When it comes to property, this means diversifying by asset class and location.
Families leaving Kensington and Chelsea in search of better value and more space
Achieving your selling price requires careful consideration and tactics. It can take a long time to sell a buy-to-let property if you don’t get your asking price right.
Landlords are being warned that they only have until April 1st to make sure their rental properties meet the new Minimum Energy Efficiency Standards (MEES).
Our fondness for the charms of ‘characterful’ period buildings continues unabated, but there is a downside to owning or inhabiting an older property, namely, poor ventilation.
Established investors plan further investment in the London property market, despite some challenging conditions for landlords.
Mansion block flats and apartments are a regular feature of the West End of London and other parts of the city.
The secret to building desirable family homes and neighbourhoods in London is the continued construction of mansion blocks.
Dampness, condensation and mould are a common problem, especially in older properties, and therefore a common complaint for tenants. In this article, landlords can find out more about what damage damp and mould can do, how to prevent it, and whose responsibility it is to deal with it.
If you plan to modernise a property, the bathroom should be a top priority as it is one of the most important rooms in any home.