As one of those places that have all the amenities of London without the high prices, Gospel Oak might be a little edgier than central London, but it will surely give you the community feel of a lived and loved neighbourhood. A brief history of Gospel Oak The name of the area derives from a …
Crouch End is an area of London that combines a relaxed atmosphere with an artsy feel. It is a hotspot for good schools, nice cafes, shopping sprees and an evolving entertainment scene. A brief history of Crouch End The area was initially part of and governed by Hornsey, but as time past, it became its …
How does OpenRent work, and is it a viable alternative to high-street letting agents like Savills and Knight Frank? For decades, the status quo in the rental market involved using a high-street letting agent. Whether you were a landlord or renter, you were required to go through an agency with a physical store, paying a …
After much deliberation, the government has confirmed it will focus on rental reform in the coming sessions of parliament. But what does the news mean for landlords, and are sweeping changes in store for the private rental sector? Rental reform from the Queen’s mouth The Queen’s first speech of 2021 lasted for around 10 minutes …
Buying and selling bricks and mortar is a year-round business, which means the UK property market barely gets a chance to breathe. The Mashroom office has been involved with completions on Christmas Eve, in the height of summer, and just about any other time of the year that you can think of. With house prices predicted to rise in …
Property as a means of investment is an attractive prospect, especially given the numerous options and methods available to do so. One of those is house flipping, which involves purchasing revenue-generating assets. This, in short, involves buying a property below market value, renovating it, and selling it at a higher price, all within a short …
When it comes to purchasing a home, there are two primary forms of property ownership in England and Wales: leaseholds and freeholds. But how are the two different, and what do they mean for you and your property purchase? Leasehold service charges For those buyers less interested in houses and instead looking to purchase a …
Having a survey carried out when buying a house is a good way to avoid any unexpected additional costs after completion. It’s also one of the key aspects of the house-purchasing process, and one that should by no means be overlooked. A survey carried out at the prospective property will give you a better idea …
A flying freehold isn’t an extravagant as it might sound. For starters, it doesn’t apply to owning an aeroplane, but we can all dream. If you come across the term “flying freehold”, it’s probably because part of a property you’re buying or selling either overhangs (is directly above) or lies beneath (situated directly under) another …
Thinking of becoming a landlord but aren’t sure where to start? Our buy-to-let starter’s kit helps you with everything there is to know about investing in bricks and mortar. The UK rental market continues to go from strength to strength, with a quarter of all homes expected to be in the private rental sector by …
