Property

By Bea Patel, TLE Property Editor and Director of Shop for an Agent It’s no surprise that a modern or open plan kitchen is the feature most likely to make a home more desirable to potential buyers. With the popularity of TV cookery shows, the influence of chefs make us want to spend more time in the kitchen. It’s the ‘Mary Berry Effect’ say some estate and letting agents polled by property portal OnTheMarket.com. The new research reveals that 43...

By Bea Patel, TLE Property Editor and Director of Shop for an Agent Selling your home for the price you want can be a struggle. And can you get a London price tag for your home without breaking the bank? From sprucing up the garden to replacing worn carpets and upgrading your bathroom suite, there are many ways to set your house apart from others – and get it sold. To increase the value of your home, knowing what you...

By Bea Patel, TLE Property Editor and Director of Shop for an Agent For many, visiting show homes are a great way to get inspired and pick up some useful tips and ideas on how to optimise space in your home, make furniture fit and how best to incorporate current design trends into your home. And as the August bank holiday approaches, what better time to hit show homes, get inspired and explore the new communities. It’s a good opportunity...

By Noy Shani Mayoral candidate and Green Party member Rashid Nix reckons he has the winning formula to beat the London housing crisis. Beaming with confidence in a recent talk in Denmark Hill, Southwark, Nix spoke enthusiastically about his mission. “There is a link between mental health, mental well-being and housing. The plan is deliverable and has already stirred some interest,” he said. The dreadlocked 49-year-old, who increased the Green Party’s support by 400 per cent in his constituency of Dulwich and...

By Patrick Vernon London’s position as the economic and cultural heart of the UK means that it continues to be a desirable place to buy property for investors elsewhere in the country and, indeed, the world. Whether it’s the lure of leisure or the pull of employment, there are many reasons to want to own a home in the capital. But, if you haven’t grown up in London, what should you look out for? Here’s our guide to what you...

By Bea Patel, TLE Property Editor and Director of Shop for an Agent With GCSE results on our doorstep, new research reveals Birmingham is home to the best balance of affordable property and top schools. Research by online estate agent eMoov.co.uk identified the top 50 schools in the country that offer a balance of affordable housing with a top quality state education. The study compared average house prices in the surrounding area to the average GCSE score per pupil. King...

By Jacquie Edward, Property Expert, Coach and Mentor of Jade Success Do you have a property to rent but not getting a lot of interest? Has there been increasing competition for tenants in your area so you’re not getting as many viewings? Or maybe you’re considering getting into the buy-to-let market but aren’t sure what makes a good property. If you follow these three tips, you’ll have no problems finding great tenants for your next buy-to-let investment. Make sure your...

By Bea Patel, TLE Property Editor and Director of Shop for an Agent The Barclays Premier League is the most-watched football league in the world. Starting on 8th August, things are heating up for the 20 clubs. But is it the same story for house prices surrounding the stadium of this year’s 20 premier league teams? Online estate agent eMoov.co.uk looks at the Premiership property table ahead of the start of the season. FA Cup winners Arsenal will take on...

By Nathan Lee, TLE Correspondent  The average first time buyer takes four years to buy their first home, new research has revealed. The study, conducted by Aviva, found most first-time buyers are £6,481 under budget when buying their property. Researchers discovered that almost three-quarters underestimate the cost of buying their first house by failing to take into account legal fees, stamp duty and other costs. Buyers typically take nearly four years saving for a first home – banking an average £12,143 during...