About Us

Portico have been helping match the people of London with their perfect property since 1818 when we began life as Edmund Cude.

Under family ownership for two centuries, Portico was acquired by the LRG in 2021. Combining our expert knowledge of the London property market and maintaining our founding principles of integrity, approachability, and reliability we coupled access to the suite of LRG brands and products extending our service offering.

To our core service offering of buying, selling, letting and renting we added expertise in mortgages and insurance, buy to let, shared ownership, conveyancing and surveyors amongst others.

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PHILOSOPHY

"We are friendly, approachable and we listen to our customers." We're insightful and take a knowledge-driven approach, delivering advice in a friendly and consultative way. We’re trustworthy with an exhaustive internal training programme and company sponsorship towards professional qualifications. We are committed and supportive, with high levels of communication. And most importantly, we’re focused on delivering an outcome that is in the long-term best interests of our clients.

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WORK FOR US

"Our team is well-educated and we take a knowledge-driven approach to property." We want our clients to enjoy the process of renting or selling their property, and we've found the best way to do that is by hiring a team that is friendly and consultative. If you’re interested in a career with Portico, then have a look at our current vacancies here.

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HISTORY

"Portico can trace its history back to 1818, when it began life as Edmund Cude." Originally under family ownership for two centuries, Portico was acquired by the LRG in 2021. The founding principles of integrity, approachability, and reliability remain at the heart of who we are and what we do. Over the past decade, we’re very proud to have won a host of industry awards and successfully grown the business to 19 London offices and a team of more than 150 wonderful employees.

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Getting an accurate valuation is vital when you are selling or letting a property. Our team are experts in the London property market. Get in touch to find out how much your property is worth.

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New to renting? The things tenants often forget to budget for July 10th

New to renting? The things tenants often forget to budget for

In addition to your rent, there are other household costs you need to budget for as a tenant. It’s vital you know what these are before you agree to take on a tenancy, so you can be sure that living in the property is going to be affordable ongoing.
Getting your deposit back: 5 tips for tenants July 8th

Getting your deposit back: 5 tips for tenants

Getting your deposit back at the end of your tenancy is as important to you as receiving the property back in good condition is to your landlord.
The annual home maintenance checklist that could save you thousands! July 7th

The annual home maintenance checklist that could save you thousands!

When it comes to property maintenance, prevention is the best cure! So, whether you’re a homeowner or landlord, you should have an inspection and maintenance schedule to ensure your property remains in good condition and you don’t end up with a sudden huge repair bill.
How to cut your water bill by making some simple changes June 24th

How to cut your water bill by making some simple changes

As the cost of living in the UK continues to rise, water bills are no exception! The average bill for 2025/6 will be 26% higher than in 2024/5, which is around £10 more a month.
Five good property outcomes from the Spending Review June 16th

Five good property outcomes from the Spending Review

The Spending Review on 11 June showed where the Labour government’s priorities lie regarding how to spend the country’s taxes.
When is the right time to downsize your home? June 6th

When is the right time to downsize your home?

A large property isn’t for everyone, and there are many reasons why you may want to downsize, from no longer needing a big family home if your children have flown the nest to struggling to maintain a bigger property as you get older.
Maximum civil penalties for landlords to be increased May 30th

Maximum civil penalties for landlords to be increased

Councils can already fine a landlord up to £30,000 without having to go to court. The Renters’ Rights Bill is raising this to £40,000 and extending the types of non-compliance that can be penalised via civil penalties.
Changes to pet rules & tenant discrimination May 30th

Changes to pet rules & tenant discrimination

Currently, unless a landlord uses the government’s model tenancy agreement, they can refuse to allow pets and they can also refuse to consider tenants who have children or receive benefits.
Goodbye to Section 21 – what landlords need to know May 29th

Goodbye to Section 21 – what landlords need to know

Section 21 of the Housing Act currently allows landlords to evict tenants without giving a reason. If the Renters' Rights Bill passes in its current form, this will no longer be possible, and landlords will only be able to evict a tenant via the Section 8 process.
The Decent Homes Standard – Are your properties compliant? May 29th

The Decent Homes Standard – Are your properties compliant?

In the social rented sector, there has been a ‘Decent Homes Standard’ for more than 20 years. To be considered ‘decent’, a rented home must be free of the most severe hazards as categorised in the Housing Health and Safety Rating System (HHSRS).
Section 8 evictions: Stricter rules & longer notice periods May 28th

Section 8 evictions: Stricter rules & longer notice periods

Section 8 of the Housing Act allows landlords to evict tenants on specific grounds. These are split into mandatory and discretionary.
Landlord Ombudsman & PRS Portal to be introduced May 28th

Landlord Ombudsman & PRS Portal to be introduced

Under the Renters’ Rights Bill, two new forms of landlord regulation will be introduced.
Fixed-term tenancies are disappearing – What it means for you May 27th

Fixed-term tenancies are disappearing – What it means for you

If the Renters' Rights Bill passes in its current form, fixed terms will be abolished. This means the Assured Shorthold Tenancy will be scrapped and replaced with a new periodic tenancy agreement.
The impact of Trump on the UK property market May 27th

The impact of Trump on the UK property market

The property market tends to thrive when the economy is strong and stable. Historically, economic uncertainty has negatively impacted house buying and selling, as people tend not to make big life changes and new investments when job security, the cost of living and political decisions are up in the air.
New rules on rent increases – Stay profitable while staying compliant May 26th

New rules on rent increases – Stay profitable while staying compliant

If the Renters' Rights Bill passes in its current form, new regulations will limit when and how landlords can raise rent.
How to do a no-spend challenge (and actually save money!) May 20th

How to do a no-spend challenge (and actually save money!)

Have you ever checked your bank balance and wondered where did all my money go? You’re not alone. With rising costs across energy, rent, food, and everything in between, many of us are looking for ways to reset our spending habits and reclaim a bit of financial control.
Government announcement: PEP and Sanction Checks May 19th

Government announcement: PEP and Sanction Checks

From 14th May 2025, the Government has decided that Letting Agents, in accordance with HM Treasury’s Anti-Money Laundering (AML) legislation and as per the Office of Financial Sanctions Implementation (OFSI), will be legally obligated to carry out PEP (Politically Exposed Persons) as well as Sanctions checks on all parties involved in the tenancy.
How to build a profitable buy-to-let portfolio over time May 13th

How to build a profitable buy-to-let portfolio over time

If you're considering property as a long-term investment, building a buy-to-let portfolio can be a smart and rewarding move.
10 things to look out for when viewing a property May 9th

10 things to look out for when viewing a property

Viewing a property - whether to buy or rent - is an exciting step, but it's also a moment to keep your eyes (and nose!) open.
What you need to know about material information before selling April 29th

What you need to know about material information before selling

One of the biggest reasons why so many sales have taken longer than necessary - and, worse, fallen through – is buyers often haven’t found out critical information about a property until the transaction is well underway.
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