Is Spring the Perfect Time to Sell Your London Family Home?
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Spring has long been one of the busiest seasons in the property market. Longer days, better weather and gardens starting to bloom all help homes look their best. For many families, it’s also a natural time to consider a move...
How to Succeed as a Landlord in Today’s Tougher Market
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Being a landlord in the UK has never been easy, but in recent years it has become noticeably tougher. Rising mortgage costs, growing regulation, new compliance rules, and higher expectations from tenants have all added pressure to...
FAO Landlords: What to Expect When You Have an EICR
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Electrical Installation Condition Reports (EICRs) have been around for several years, but the new Renters’ Rights Act in England increases penalties for failing to have a valid one. Here’s what you need to know, and some tips...
Why You Should Ask a Traffic Warden to Sell Your House
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A frank word from your local estate agent. Originally published as an advertorial in the Spring 2026 issue of Ealing Living Magazine. According to the latest Ipsos Veracity Index, only 32% of the public say they trust estate...
The Iran Conflict, the Interest Rate and How It Could Affect You
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Breaking News …. Bank Rate Held at 3.75% Again It was widely predicted that progress on inflation – now down to 3% – would have heralded another cut to Bank Rate. Cue happy homeowners, lovely spring flowers and everything in...
Selling your home? These six valuation tips could save you thousands
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If you’re thinking about selling your home, one of the most important early steps is getting a valuation. But here’s the thing: not all valuations are created equally. Some agents promise a high figure to win your business....
The London Landlord’s Guide to Finding Top Tenants
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One of the most important decisions a landlord will ever make is choosing the right tenant. Get it right, and you could enjoy steady rental income, minimal stress and a smooth tenancy that lasts for years. Get it wrong, and the...
The Renters’ Rights Act: Let’s Bust 3 Common Myths
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We totally get that the upcoming Renters’ Rights Act is a huge challenge for landlords. Here we’ll try to help as best we can by looking at some concerns you might have. And offer some thoughts on how to deal with any...
London Families: How to Navigate the Sale of a Loved One’s Home
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Selling the property of a deceased relative is very different from an ordinary house sale. Alongside the practical steps, there is often grief, family discussion and the responsibility of making the right decisions for everyone...
London Landlords: 10 Steps to Start a Tenancy Smoothly
2 minute read posted by The Team @ Leslie & Co
Welcoming new tenants into your property should feel like the beginning of a positive, professional relationship. The key to achieving that is preparation. When a property is properly prepared, it attracts better tenants, reduces...
