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In a recent update to the draft Leasehold and Commonhold Reform Bill, the UK Government has proposed capping ground rent for leasehold properties at £250 a year. For homebuyers, investors and landlords, it’s important to understand what this proposal could mean and how it may affect leasehold property in the future. Ground rent is something …

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There is a strong demand for houses across the London property market in 2026, as homeowners seek more space, privacy and a family-friendly neighbourhood to live in. We look at some of the areas where demand is the highest and how sellers can leverage these favourable market conditions. Out of the total 70,000 London homes …

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Imagine a London neighbourhood where the best in sports, fashion, leisure and unmatched connectivity converge to offer a lifestyle like none other. King’s Road in Fulham is the place where you will find all that Londoners aspire to have close to their home. Leveraging this popular neighbourhood’s most exciting features is Berkeley Group’s King’s Road …

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Property prices in London witnessed a cooling-off period in the last few months of 2025 as supply increased to decade-high levels. With more homes available and sellers pricing competitively, many buyers made the most of this situation and decided to make the move. As conveyancing and the other buying formalities are completed, thousands of buyers …

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The Background Striking a balance between durability and efficiency is an essential component of any Build-to-Rent development’s design strategy and is every bit as important as creating appeal among any target demographic. Creating a look that appeals to tenants’ aspirations involves the usage of quality materials that can be sourced and installed in a way …

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Void periods occur when a rental property is vacant, with no tenant occupying it for several reasons, such as lack of maintenance or incorrect pricing. Landlords lose a lot of money while their properties are empty in London, where the average monthly rent is the highest in the UK at over £2,200. It’s normal for …

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Whether buying for self-use or as a buy-to-let (BTL) investment, London property investors are currently experiencing a strong buyer’s market. The cooling of prices in autumn, driven by decade-high supply levels, led to an increase in buying activity into the new year. However, despite properties becoming more affordable, landlords still need to be cautious as …

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The new year started off well for our Colindale branch at Beaufort Park, as we once again became the No. 1 sales agent for flats and apartments in the NW9 postcode. After back-to-back wins in 2023 and 2024, 2025 was another successful year for our local sales team, who worked hard to deliver the best …

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A view of the River Thames alone is no longer guaranteed to boost sales in London’s E14, a neighbourhood which is heavily populated with amenities-rich high rises. Developers FEC reached out to us to create another show home in their 65-storey Aspen building. Show homes are a proven sales tool. They increase return on investment …

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From time to time, the Hampstead and NW3 property market, like the wider London market, enters periods of caution, with transaction levels falling below expectations. This year has been a clear example. Increased housing stock has given buyers more choice, encouraging many to wait patiently for the right property. A major contributor to this hesitancy …

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The UK property market is all set to end 2025 on a high note, as Zoopla recorded a 9% annual growth in home sales, with 1.2 million units sold this year. At a valuation of £367bn, this is the highest recorded sales figure since 2022. In other positive news for homebuyers and investors, the Bank …

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The main issue in London’s rental market is whether affordability has peaked. Rightmove’s latest rental price tracker reports that average advertised rents have hit a record £2,736 per month, up 1.6% despite a 9% rise in available housing on the portal. Still, tenants in the Capital spend about 44% of their wages on rent, even …

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