The Leslie & Co blog

If you’re planning to move in 2026, the best time to get ready isn’t when the Christmas tree comes down — it’s right now. Most homeowners underestimate how much smoother, quicker, and more profitable a sale can be when a...

Knowing when to refurbish your rental property isn’t about following a calendar — it’s about following the money. Because the right refurb, done at the right time, can be one of the most profitable decisions a landlord ever...

As a landlord, there are many, many benefits of using a professional letting agent. But what should you be able to expect from them? As letting agents ourselves, here are eight things we think you should be able to expect from us:...

We often think of habits as something we do, but the environment we live in plays a huge role in shaping them. As James Clear, author of the multi-million selling book Atomic Habits, puts it: “Environment is the invisible hand...

Leslie & Co wins award at the 22nd annual ESTAS Awards, the most prestigious awards in the UK property sector. The Ealing-based agency Leslie & Co received the Gold award in the Sales - London (West) category at the prestigious...

The Only Estate Agent in Ealing to Reach This Milestone At Leslie & Co, we’re proud to share some exciting news: we’ve officially reached 100 verified ESTAS reviews! This milestone means more to us than just a number. Every...

The word landlord is loaded with history — and not all of it good. It is believed to have originated in the 14th century and can still conjure images of distant property owners collecting rent with little regard for the people...

If you’re looking for an estate agent to sell your home or rent out your property, you might be scrolling through their reviews. That’s a smart move. Here are some tips to help you. Where to find reviews Every good estate...

It’s one of life’s big property questions: should you love the home you’re in or list it for sale and move on? For many homeowners, deciding whether to move or stay put isn’t just about bricks, mortar, and market...

The cost-of-living crisis isn’t just affecting tenants – landlords are feeling it too. Rising mortgage rates, higher insurance premiums, and repair costs that seem to climb every week mean every penny counts. But responsible...