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This April Housing Secretary James Brokenshire announced planned changes to the rental sector. The changes include the scrapping of section 21 notices which we looked at back in April here, these actions were approved by Theresa May with the aim of p...

From jaw-dropping views to perfect first-time homes, we've compiled a list of our favourite homes currently on the market with us.

If you are interested in getting a valuation try our instant valuation tool or drop us an email ourservices@portico.com

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The upcoming election will be a choice between Boris Johnson and Jeremy Corbyn as Prime Minister. But what would a British Government led by Jeremy Corbyn mean for the UK property market?

In a Labour-commissioned report entitled ‘Land for the Many’ pu...

It’s one of the most common questions we hear from landlords: “Should I present my rental property furnished or unfurnished?” As it turns out, there’s no single answer. So, what to do when you’re letting your property and you’d like to attract reliab...

On Wednesday the Queen approved new Prime Minister Boris Johnson’s request to suspend Parliament for almost five weeks ahead of Brexit.

The pound has fallen sharply as a result, though EU officials have stated that this unexpected move may reduce the ...

As we gear ourselves up for the bank holiday and impending heatwave for the last week of August. We've consulted our Yield Map again this month to give you the most up-to-date rental yield data in London. Whether you're looking to invest in the North...

If you are wondering, 'How old is my house?' or ‘What era is my house?’ we are here to help!

Here we’ll go through the most common era properties – plus we’ll explain how to work out how old your home is, learn more about its history and discover more...

Incorporation, or the act of forming a new corporation has become quite a trend for landlords, and for a very good reason. But is it right for you?

Here we’ll look at how many UK landlords are now buying property under company name, explain both the ...

According to our research, Airbnb hosts and landlords of short term let properties in Fairfield, Liverpool are achieving the best yields in the North West’s largest cities of Liverpool and Manchester.

Airbnb hosts in Fairfield can expect to achieve a ...

Are you looking for a property with potential? Or a renovation property for sale?

Property renovation is hugely popular in Britain. Thousands of homebuyers are searching for ‘fixer upper’ properties, so that their money stretches as far as possible an...

Landlords, investors, we have some exciting news for you! We have just launched a new service, Portico Portfolio. This service will allow landlords to invest smartly in high yield properties in a tax-efficient company structure.

We'll use our letting...

Boris Johnson has replaced Theresa May as Britain’s Prime Minister, with barely three months to go until Brexit. The appointed PM will have a huge impact on the outcome of Brexit, as well as the housing market, the fate of Britain’s landlords, and th...

Choosing the right mortgage provider can be a confusing and intimidating process, especially for first-time buyers or landlords facing tougher lending rules.

That’s why we decided to bring the process in-house and launch Portico Finance, an FCA appro...

As we near the end of the month and some extra sizzling temperatures hit the capital once again we turn out attention to the yield map and take a look at the areas to invest. We select new areas from North, South, East and West each month but you can...

Famed for its incredible architecture and historic figures, Chigwell is among the best areas in Essex to live. Dickens himself described it as “the greatest place in the world.” While it’s far less out of the way than it was in Dickensian days, Chigw...

Ever since the introduction of Airbnb, the short-term rental market has exploded. Over the last year, a staggering 11.1 million people in the UK have used Airbnb to travel to other parts of the UK, or abroad, generating £3.5 billion in economic activ...

Big Screen on the Green is back - and we can't wait to be part of it for another year! 

If it's not in your diary yet, make room for it as it’s going to be the event of the summer. With what is sure to be an electric weekend of Wimbledon Finals, with ...

Wimbledon has started and finally the sun is shining which sparks the influx of international and domestic visitors to London. If you’re going away for the summer or suddenly have a property vacant, this is the peak period to get those Airbnb guests...

Searching for your next home? Our favourite property this month takes us East, to Upper Leytonstone, an area that's popularity continues to grow as many more move out of London in search for some extra space at half the cost.  

For sale is this superb...

We have taken a look at our yield map to see the hot spots for investment in London from June. 

As with every month, we have picked out four areas of interest, but you can also check out the map for yourself here. 

North

Camden Town 3.7%

Camden Lock host...

With Epping Forest a stones’ throw away, ample green space, and tonnes of character, Woodford offers a quiet respite from the busyness of central London – yet for commuters, it’s a short 10 miles back into the heart of the city. Great schools are one...

It was one of the hippest spots to live during the nineties and twenty years later not too much has changed, with many still flocking to have their own slice of NW1. Camden is not only known for its nightlife and celeb spotting but also its mouth-wat...

The short-term rental market is booming in Britain, with an estimated 67,312 active rental properties in the capital alone, available to visitors via sites like Airbnb. And interestingly, it’s not just those with a spare room who are cashing in...

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The private rental sector (PRS) is in a state of constant flux – so it’s really important that landlords are clued up on the market for the best possible chance of success.

With that in mind, now seems like a good time to revisit the official English ...

Landlords have had to deal with a barrage of changes over the last few years, and, unfortunately, 2019 is no different.

As of the new tax year, (6th April 2019), landlords’ tax bills have changed, mortgage interest tax relief is being phased down, and...

If you’re considering putting your home on Airbnb this summer, find out how Portico Host could help you in London, Liverpool and Manchester. Plus take advantage of our £150 refer a friend offer to bag yourself some extra spending money! Read on for d...

We've selected our top 10 properties currently on the market for under £500,000 in London. Whether you're a first-time buyer, looking to invest in London or searching for somewhere new to lay your roots we may have the property for you. 

The propertie...

We're now a month or so into the new tax year and we thought a quick update on the latest tax rules affecting landlords might be handy.  We also ask the question, following the big news today about the exit of Theresa May, of whether there could be a...

Having been named the hippest area to live in the UK by Travel Supermarket, it's no surprise investment has been pouring in for development in the area. But it's not just the trendy vibe that investors are flocking to the area for, it's the high yiel...

We've taken to our yield map to bring you a sample of what is available to you out there! Looking in four different directions in London we present our top yields for May. Whether you're looking for a house or a flat to invest in, we have plenty of l...

That's right we have moved offices! 

We are occupying a new area of London, you will now find our Head Office in London Bridge!

Here are some useful things to know about our new work space!

1. The Hop Exchange

The new building we have moved into is stee...

You may have registered with us as a buyer this year, but you also could be looking to sell this summer!

For the next few months we will be selecting one lucky winner every month from May until August and giving them the chance to sell their house fo...

This fashionable North London borough has been much talked about over the last several years, seeing new restaurants, bars and retail come to the area causing it to flourish. Islington is very well connected, with the Overground, Underground and prof...

It's no secret that to make money with property these days, you need to be armed with as much knowledge as possible!

Here are our top five things to consider when thinking about investing in a buy to let property.   

1. Understand the market, at street...

The potential for income in lettings is well documented. But in a crowd of advertisements on Rightmove and Airbnb, what does it take to maximise your income? Maximising your rental return hinges on attracting the right tenants, whether you’re searchi...

Earlier this week, the government announced new plans to stop landlords evicting tenants at short notice without a concrete evidence reason already specified in law. These changes relate to Section 21 of the Housing Act, where landlords were allowed ...

A brand new luxury development occupying a commanding position on the corner of Manor Road and Hainault Road, is currently on the market with us. Imperial Heights offers a choice of one, two and three bedroom leasehold apartments. The apartments are ...

As we are well into the swing of things with April it is time to consult our yield map and look at where the top places to purchase property in London are. This month sees areas in the North and South coming out on top but there are always pockets to...

There’s no hiding from the fact that Brexit is having an impact on Britain’s economy and consumer confidence. With things unlikely to change until a deal with the EU is agreed and approved in Parliament we've taken a look at how this is affecting pro...