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Due to various reasons, the property market in the UK has shown various ups and downs. You take any place in the country, some have performed exceptionally well, and some did not. Cornwall, the calm and serene town is famous amongst the tourists for its superior natural beauty. However, statistics show that it has been … Read More »

Cornwall is always jam-packed in the tourist season, and you can see the tourists everywhere. However, if you are planning to settle down there, then the things are different. Are you really serious about it? Well, the decision is undoubtedly significant. Cornwall is a fantastic place; the landscape, the sea, and a serene lifestyle. What … Read More »

Are you planning to invest money in the London property market? Experts say that it is a good idea. So many people have tried it and got a good return on investment. However, to earn an impressive profit, wise investors work systematically. They form the right strategies and strike when it is the best time. … Read More »

Some independent studies reveal that many residential properties in London have offshore owners.   So far, there wasn’t a compulsion to disclose identity. However, the draft laws say that now it will be mandatory to reveal the identity.   Jail sentences and unlimited fines can be imposed if a violation proves. Legal experts say that … Read More »

It is quite exciting to become a landlord. Not just because you get a consistent source of income, but it gives a sense of pride also.   However, there is a word of caution also. Before handing over the keys to your first tenants, spend some time in understanding the responsibilities of a landlord.   … Read More »

Owning a house in London is ‘the dream comes true’ situation for everyone.   Yes, the city has earned love and affection of millions of people worldwide. Hence, it is a moment of pride indeed.   From the day of beginning the search in the property market to the day when you get the possession … Read More »

Since everyone who settles in London wants to own property, it becomes essential for the government and developers to search the ways of improving the space utilization.   Then only it will be a healthy, happy and beautiful place to live.   What is the best way to achieve it? Well, the government and local … Read More »

  Here is big news that will bring a great qualitative improvement in the real-estate scenario in London.   It is an initiative to stamp out ill-practices prevailing in the private rented sector.   According to the reports.,33 local authorities come together to build a rogue landlord database introduced by the Honorable Mayor of London … Read More »

  It is an astonishing fact for some people that around 20 percent residential properties in the country are leasehold. It means around 4 million properties fall under the category of diminishing asset.   If we look at the statistics of London, then the figure is further large. Almost one-third of the properties are leasehold. … Read More »

People in the UK search for the best and cheapest mortgage deals. You will be astonished to know that only one in three get it.   Why is such a low success rate? Experts say that people do not go for it well-prepared. Also, they get trapped into false promises made by lenders.   Due … Read More »