Dodgy photos. We’ve all seen them and, let’s be honest, probably taken a few in our time. But when you’re selling your home the last thing you want is a photo that is not selling. As shocking as it may sound, even in today’s technological age there are still many estate agents not investing in professional photography for their clients. We are sure that you may have come across a few bad...
February 2016
In our blog series 'Natalie Knows' we whisk you off to our Hong Kong office - well, virtually. Natalie Pringle is the Director of our Hong Kong office, so who better to introduce you to this exciting and fast paced city and the investors we serve? This week we find out how the Chinese celebrate Chinese New Year, and also provide tips on the safest way to buy a property as an overseas investor. Chinese New...
Last week it was announced that Zoopla, the second most popular property portal in the UK, was investing in four prop tech start-ups. As a seller, buyer, landlord or tenant, the rise of ‘prop tech’ - property technology companies - may have gone unnoticed. These companies are offering the estate agency business a variety of solutions to make businesses more efficient, effective and also provide...
How did you know that your home was the one? For many of us, the experience of finding the right home is the same; we go to see the property on a viewing, as the door opens we may start to get excited and, as we walk around, suddenly we get that feeling, the indescribable sensation in our gut that says, “Yes, this is the home for me.” It could be the room sizes, the glorious views, or how the rooms...
Pulse is our blog series dedicated to New Homes, giving you insight into some of the best investment opportunities London has to offer. Pulse is your guide to what’s hot in the New Home market. Chelsea Creek Set in one of London’s most prestigious locations, and adjacent to Imperial Wharf, you will find one of the newest dockside developments, Chelsea Creek. With beautiful tree-lined avenues, and...
Have you seen some of the amazing themed rooms that are working their way around the Internet? There are the crazy home cinemas that look like a set from a film, to the over the top kids bedrooms featuring creative beds with slides and walkways, even secret passages. They are incredible and each one is designed to the specific tastes and interests of the homeowner. You too will have decorated your home in...
As a landlord the Inventory is crucial, but what is it, and how can you prepare to ensure you get it right first time? Any errors in your Inventory can cause disputes, but also financial loss. What is a property Inventory? An Inventory is basically a statement of the condition and cleanliness of the property you are letting. It is a legally binding document that, as well as describing the property’s...
Dogs are not just ‘man’s best friend’, they are also becoming a must have accessory for the ultimate fashionable lifestyle, fuelled by the rise of high-profile dog owners. We previously saw celebrities parade their ‘handbag dogs’ around as they popped to the shops, but now it seems that it’s a new trend to take your dog pretty much everywhere, increasing the need for pet friendly apartments,...
As a landlord, you may be deciding which market to invest in, you could have experience in the buy to let market, and you may have even flipped a property or two, but have you looked at the corporate relocation market? London is home to a wealth of some of the best companies in the world, and the demand for corporate relocation properties has seen an increase. At MyLondonHome we have a team dedicated to...
One of the biggest mistakes many sellers make is to presume what buyers will think. “They will be able to see past our tired décor,” may sound familiar, as will “they will know it is not a big job.” In reality, buyers can see more flaws in your home than you can, and each one could be the major turn off, thus preventing your home from selling. So what are the biggest turn offs for...