Mortgage rates did not move in one direction during July. Selected fixed deals became cheaper earlier in the summer, but market volatility later pushed average rates upwards again. On 30 July, the Bank of England kept Bank Rate at 3.75% by a vote of ... read more »

There is no universal winner between residential and commercial property investment. Residential property usually offers a broader tenant and resale market, while commercial property may provide a higher income return and longer leases but carries gr... read more »

Selling a home in the UK takes around five months on average from first listing to completion. The HomeOwners Alliance estimates approximately eight weeks to agree a sale, followed by 10 to 12 weeks from offer acceptance to exchange and up to 28 days... read more »

London’s rental market entered the third quarter of 2026 with high rents, slower price growth and continued competition for well-presented homes. The Office for National Statistics reported that the average London private rent reached £2,... read more »

If you let a privately rented home under an assured tenancy in Wandsworth, rent increases now follow a single statutory process. Since 1 May 2026, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 has required private landlords in England to use Form 4A under Secti... read more »

The Housing Health and Safety Rating System was updated on 23 June 2026, and Wandsworth landlords should understand what has changed. The number of assessed hazards has been reduced from 29 to 21, the old A to J bands have been replaced with clearer ... read more »

If you let a property in East Putney, West Putney or Northcote, you may now need a selective licence. Wandsworth Council’s second selective licensing designation came into force on 1 April 2026 and is due to run until 31 March 2031, unless revo... read more »

UK mortgage approvals have cooled sharply, and that should change how you approach a property purchase this summer. In May 2026, net mortgage approvals for house purchases fell to around 56,200, down from 66,000 in April and below the previous 6-mont... read more »

Since 1 May 2026, most private landlords in England can no longer end a tenancy without a reason. Section 21 no-fault evictions have gone for the private rented sector, and most assured shorthold tenancies have become rolling assured periodic tenanci... read more »

If you are renting in London this summer, do not pay a deposit before you have viewed the property, checked who you are dealing with and signed a proper tenancy agreement. A recent London case shows why that rule matters.   Frederic Priestley,... read more »