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EPC ratings reflect a property’s energy efficiency and suggest steps to improve efficiency for long-term savings and better consumption habits. By learning about EPC and its implications, you can not only save significantly but also improve your property’s rental appeal and increase its sales value. Your electricity consumption has a direct impact on the monthly …

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Deciding whether to furnish their rental property or not is a dilemma for many overseas landlords in London when seeking tenants. While there are pros and cons to doing both, you should know what to expect if you choose to let your property with furniture. What does “furnished” mean when you rent in London? “Furnished …

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Many overseas property investors are interested in becoming landlords in London, as it offers the opportunity to earn consistent rental income with attractive yields and long-term capital growth. Gaining insights into the latest buy-to-let (BTL) trends in 2025 can help you ask the right questions to your estate agent for a more profitable venture. London’s …

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Properties in the UK can be held in different ownership structures, with the different types having their own pros and cons when it comes to tax, administration and control over the asset. Placing your property in a trust can offer many benefits, but you should be careful when setting it up, as it requires thoughtful …

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Rents across the UK reached a new average high of £1,577 per month in August, 3% higher than last year. While availability has improved slightly – up 8% on last year – demand is outpacing supply, keeping upward pressure on rents. Investor appetite continues to be weak, although buy-to-let lending in the first half of …

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The UK and its sought-after capital offer investors steady price growth, high rental demand, a stable economy and a world-class lifestyle with the best in education, entertainment, and fashion. Here’s why London is a popular place for international investors and homebuyers in 2025. Among international buyers, those from Hong Kong, Singapore, India, China, the US …

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As property prices in the UK capital seem to get unaffordable for young professionals, many have started looking outside London to invest, while continuing to rent closer to their offices. Termed ‘Rentvesting’, this new concept is gaining popularity, but those looking to join the ranks of modern rentvestors have many things to consider. In 2025, …

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After dropping by over 2.5% or nearly £10,000 during the summer months from May to August, Rightmove reported a slight rebound of 0.4%(+£1,517) in the average UK property price in September. Meanwhile, the average cost of a home in London increased by 1.2% last month and now stands at slightly over £675,000. Rise in sales …

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From ensuring gas, electrical and fire safety to conducting thorough background checks on their tenants, landlords in the UK have many legal responsibilities to fulfil before they start earning a rental income. Stay informed about all these compliance mandates as a landlord. While there is no doubt about the lucrative nature of renting a London …

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As the largest rental market in the UK, London’s private rental sector (PRS) contributes over £14.6 billion to the country’s economy and meets the residential needs of over a million households. Therefore, it is no surprise that investing in a London buy-to-let property is often considered a lucrative option for earning an income and holding …

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After reporting a 1.2% price drop in July, Rightmove reported a further 1.3% (-£4,969) fall in the average price of a UK property coming up for sale in August, taking the cumulative drop in average house prices this summer to just over £10,000. Similarly, the average property price in the capital has dropped by 4.9% …

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According to the property data portal DXB Interact, residential property sales in Dubai hit a new high last month, recording a 44% increase in sales value and a 6% increase in sales volume compared to May 2024. The 18,700 units sold in May 2025 at a valuation of AED 66.8bn has taken the YoY growth …

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