In this two-minute read, we look at why it’s crucial that consumers shop local. As we emerge out of lockdown, there’s one thing you can do to help Londonrecover from the pandemic – and that’s to shop local. Independent traders are the lifeblood of communities, generating interest and footfall in our high streets and providing local jobs. But after an incredibly challenging year, small businesses...
In this two-minute read, we share some simple ideas to improve your garden. When it comes to outside space, size doesn’t matter – it’s what you do with it that counts. According to a recent survey, gardens took the top spot on wish lists for both buyers and renters (source: Rightmove). Here are some tips for making the most of your outside space. Light it up Twinkling fairy lights can make even the...
In this two-minute read, we show you how to make your London home a healthier place for the planet. Yesterday was World Earth Day. People across the globe were encouraged to be more mindful of the impact we all have on the planet. But doing our bit for Mother Earth is a process and not an event, as this article explains. In our own homes in London, we can continue to do things to help the Earth. Here are...
In this two-minute read, we look at useful information you might want to share with your agent to satisfy inquisitive buyers. You can often tell whether a viewer is keen on a property from the questions they ask. And in our experience, the more specific the question, the warmer the prospect. When it comes to preparing for a sale, the more information that you can share with your agent, the better, so here...
In this three-minute read, we list five thingsLondonsellers should look for in an estate agent. It pains us to say this, but a recent survey found people were more likely to trust a traffic warden or a lawyer than an estate agent. When it comes to telling the truth, it seems that only politicians have a worse reputation than estate agents (source: YesHomebuyers.com). As you can imagine, this frustrates us....
In this two-minute read, we look at how to get ready for the changes that lie ahead as restrictions continue to ease. With the end to our arduous Covid hibernation in sight, it’s time to prepare for life in the “new normal”. While the prospect of restrictions easing is exciting – we can’t wait to eat at The Ivy Victoria in Westminster and the Cubana in Lower Marsh and drink at The Four Thieves in...
Spring has now arrived and whilst the weather over the past week might be providing us with some unpredictable moments I think we can all look forward to the coming months with some cautious optimism. New transaction levels in March were up over 10% from February and there is a continued increase in buyer registrations and physical property viewings as we come into April showing increased confidence in...
In this three-minute read, we show you how to keep calm and in control when selling your London home. With April being one of the most popular months for sellers to market their homes, it coincides with Stress Awareness Month. This annual event recognises the dangers of modern-day stress and provides valuable coping strategies. Moving home is infamously reported to be one of the biggest causes of stress;...
In this two-minute read, we look at the weird and wonderful ways people around the globe celebrate Easter. We Brits have Easter egg hunts, hot cross buns, and Morris dancing, but read on to find out how people in other parts of the world celebrate Easter. Spooky skeletons in Spain Visit the medieval village of Verges on Maundy Thursday, and you might think it’s Halloween. Every year at midnight, the...
We’ve Made Global News This Morning A leading international inventor has chosen MyLondonHome to be one of only ten estate agencies in the world to trial his Artificial Intelligence (AI) software. The reclusive billionaire and his team of experts have created a ground-breaking app that translates a person’s thoughts into a text message by analysing their brainwaves. It involves the wearing of a...