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    Moving to Bath: Area Guide

    Bath is an undisputed gem of the south-west, with a variety of culture and history on offer. Named after the Roman Baths, it’s been a sought-after leisure location for more than 2000 years. Since 1987, Bath has been an official world-heritage site, attracting more than 3.6 million visitors annually. Small but mighty, this city has …

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      Moving to Barnes: Area Guide

      Cross the Hammersmith Bridge and step into Barnes, where you’ll be transported to a posh country village, with picturesque green spaces, private schools and cosy country pubs. You might even forget you’re only five miles away from central London. Where is Barnes? Home to the SW13 postcode, Barnes is nestled in one of the many …

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        Moving to East Ham: Area Guide

        East Ham, situated as its name would suggest, in the east of London, is a resolutely traditional East End neighbourhood located between Stratford and Barking, roughly eight miles from central London. It has a fine civic quarter in Barking Road with a distinctive and easily recognisable Edwardian town hall and clock tower; a busy town …

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          Moving to Watford: Area Guide

          Welcome to Watford, home of Watford F.C. and a short drive away from the Harry Potter Studio Tour. But that’s not all. Watford is filled with many peaceful green spaces and a sense of community, which make it perfect for families settling down or commuters looking for a home that gives them a break from …

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            Moving to Battersea: Area Guide

            Home to top-notch restaurants, bars and pubs, not to mention its famous leafy park, Battersea is a gem of South West London. Despite its proximity to Central London, with Chelsea just across the Thames, it feels like a residential oasis. But with the Art Deco landmark Battersea Power Station being transformed into luxury flats, the …

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              Moving to Crystal Palace: Area Guide

              Just 20 minutes from central London, Crystal Palace is a South London district  jam-packed full of nonchalant vintage boutiques, upmarket antique dealers and tasty food markets. Sitting at around 112 metres above sea level, moving to Crystal Palace guarantees you stellar views over London and, on a good day, beyond. Take it all in, while …

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                Moving to Victoria, London: Area Guide

                If you are looking for a distinct personality and contrasts to the max, the southwest London neighbourhood of Victoria may be just the place for you. Neatly nestled between the historic and glamorous streets of Belgravia, the compelling, political halls of Westminster and, of course, the one and only Buckingham Palace, Victoria enjoys luxurious company. …

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                  Moving to Ancoats: Area Guide

                  Now described as one of the hippest areas in Manchester, Ancoats has come a long way from what it used to be. Yet it still shows much of its history through its buildings and architecture that make this part of Manchester a unique suburb that is steeped in history. Where is Ancoats? Located in the …

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                    Moving to The City of London: Area Guide

                    The City, otherwise known as The City of London or The Square Mile, is an area of London that is often overlooked by prospective tenants due to the stereotypical view that it is a place for all work and no play. Where is The City? The City is tantalisingly central. Just off the north bank …

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                      Capital Gains Tax: An Open Letter to Rishi Sunak

                      Dear Rishi Sunak, As a company dedicated to serving landlords, we can’t help but feel that your plans to reform Capital Gains Tax will leave many feeling the pinch, despite the fact they have served the housing market so well. While we understand that the unprecedented coronavirus pandemic has left the Government looking for ways …


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