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Many overseas parents have children studying in London and are considering whether to rent or own a property. With average rents in the capital the highest in the UK, parents are realising the benefits of investing in property to support their child’s education and using it as a source of consistent income and long-term capital. …
Read the articleAs one of London’s most prestigious neighbourhoods, Mayfair is home to embassies, consulates, luxurious hotels and the best in shopping, dining and entertainment. It is, therefore, no surprise that the rich and affluent compete to own a home in this iconic central London district. For an area that gets its name from an annual ‘Fair’ …
Read the articleWapping remains highly attractive to professional tenants due to its location offering fast access to both the City and Canary Wharf. The area’s village-like environment with premium lifestyle amenities, make it appealing to international executives on company-funded relocations. This is combined with a good choice of high quality professionally let and managed homes at London …
Read the articleThe English Housing Survey – which is one of the oldest UK surveys administered by the UK Government – has revealed that 47% of household reference persons (HRPs) in the UK included individuals in higher and lower managerial positions, with a professional background.
Read the articleAmong international buyers, those from Hong Kong, Singapore, India, China, the US and the Middle East are frontrunners when it comes to buying a London property in 2025.
Read the articleAn independent, newly-built house offers many lifestyle benefits for families, such as more space and privacy. They also don’t require the owners to pay any service charges and ground rent that are typical of leasehold properties such as apartments.
Read the articleWhile many other countries known for welcoming overseas students are putting tighter restrictions on their universities, the UK has recorded a 29% increase in student visa applications for the first five months of 2025.
Read the articleJuly the warmest month of the year has arrived at the capital, mostly dry, occasionally rainy but all in all perfect weather for outdoor games.
Read the articleNorth West London has some of London’s best parkland and is so green, you would be forgiven for forgetting that you’re still in one of the biggest cities in the world. Having been home over the centuries to some of the biggest cultural and literary icons of the century, it has historic attractions like Keats …
Read the articleAs the most dominant overseas homebuying community in the UK, Hong Kongers own nearly 26,000 properties across London. Many of these residences are located in the Northwest Borough of Barnet, with Hendon and Colindale among the favourites for the large diaspora that have made the UK capital their home. From affordable housing to quick central …
Read the articleBuying a new-build home, whether to live in it or let it out, can be an exciting journey as there is plenty to look forward to. From freshly decorated interiors and brand-new appliances to high energy-efficient ratings, leading developers in London compete to provide homeowners and renters with the best features.
Read the articleTaking its name from a narrow bridge designed by prominent architect John Nash, known for his striking Regency architecture,’ Archway’ came to life in 1812. By the end of the century, the brick bridge was replaced by a stronger version and renamed the Hornsey Lane bridge which remains in place today. Archway and its proximity …
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