Seven Most Expensive Mistakes London Property Buyers Make

By Jeremy McGivern, founder of London’s internationally renowned property search agency, Mercury Homesearch It’s very easy to waste a lot of money when buying a property. You can buy a poor property, pay too much or throw money away by paying tax unnecessarily – in the worst cases, people do all three. Fortunately, avoiding these mistakes is very simple. Whether you're born and bred in London or if you’re based overseas, the London property market is rigged against buyers for...

Brits Throw Away Over £22,000 Worth of Items in their Lifetime

By Nathan Lee, TLE Correspondent  A new study has found Brits throw away over £22,000 worth of items in their lifetime, with almost £3,500 worth of clothes and £2,000 worth of electrical goods binned. The poll of 2,000 adults found that an average 59 non-perishable items are flung out or given away every year despite being in good working order. Non-perishable items commonly flung from the house included CDs and DVDs, clothes that no longer appeal and toys that fall out of...

Many have the ‘Mary Berry Kitchen Effect’, new research reveals

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...

How to increase the value of your home

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...

Top tips to get the most out of a show homes visit

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...

Does Mayoral Candidate Rashid Nix have the Solution for the London Housing Crisis?

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...

The Non-Londoner’s Guide to Buying in the Capital

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...

Birmingham home to affordable property and top schools

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...

Top 3 Tips for Attracting Tenants

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...

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