
Why Many Landlords Are Ignoring the Doomsayers and Staying in the Rental Market

Are landlords leaving the market in droves, as some experts claim? Or are reports of an exodus exaggerated? Let’s look beyond the hype to find out what’s going on. You may have seen a flurry of headlines lately saying that...

Five Issues That Could Be Hurting Your Home's Value

As a homeowner, understanding the factors that can negatively impact your Ealing property's value is essential. Many people are unaware that structural issues lurking beneath the surface can significantly reduce the worth of their...

School Runnings – Travel Tips for London Parents

As September rolls in and children across the UK prepare to return to school, many parents are reconsidering their daily routines. With growing concerns about traffic congestion, air pollution and the rising cost of living,...

Back to School: Three Eco-Friendly Transport Tips for the School Run

As September rolls in and children across the UK prepare to return to school, many parents are reconsidering their daily routines. With growing concerns about traffic congestion, air pollution and the rising cost of living,...

Homeowners: The Pros and Cons of Moving vs. Improving

Should you move or improve? It’s a question an increasing number of homeowners in Ealing are asking themselves. And it’s a big decision with lots of things to weigh up. In this article, we list some pros and cons to help you...

The Latest on the Rental Market: Update for London Landlords

Is the rental market running hot or cold, and what can we expect in the coming year? Let’s dig into the latest data from the Office of National Statistics (ONS) and property portal Zoopla to find out. Taking stock Unless you...

How to Make Buying a Home Less Stressful

Buying a home is an exciting adventure, but it can also feel overwhelming. With countless decisions to make and financial implications to consider, stress can quickly pile up. A recent survey by property advisor platform First In...

Why VAT on Private Schools Could Push House Prices Up

The new government has confirmed that VAT will be added to private school fees very soon. In this article, we look at what this might mean for house prices in areas with good state schools, and for house buyers and sellers there....

Has Section 21 Been Banned?

Over the last few months, there have been lots of scare stories in the popular media claiming that Section 21 no-fault evictions will soon be banned – and that landlords will not be able to evict their tenants if they need to....

How You Can Be a Community Champion

Throughout August, we’ve been running our Community Cheerleader campaign. It’s where we’ve shouted from the rooftops (and blog posts) about the importance of supporting our neighbourhood together. Here’s the final offering...