London Rental Property News for Islington
Fewer first-time buyers getting on to property ladder despite Treasury proposals
First-time buyers are said to be finding it harder to get on to the property market despite government attempts to make it more affordable to buy.
Read Article ... Published on 15th March, 2010
Majority of young families 'cannot afford London home'
The majority of couples - 90 per cent - aged under 40 and with young children are unable to take their first steps on the property ladder if they live in London, new figures have found.
Read Article ... Published on 11th March, 2010
Could down payments put people off buying?
First-time buyers hopeful that this is the year they will purchase their first home may be concerned that they still need to save up a sizeable down payment in order to take out a mortgage.
Read Article ... Published on 9th March, 2010
Simple steps to energy efficiency
When it comes to major improvements such as installing solar panels or insulation, rental tenants may not have permission to make their property greener, however, there are simple steps they can take to reduce their utility bills, it has been asserted.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2010
Pre-paid cards' could prevent debt'
Consumers concerned about mounting credit and store card debt may want to consider prepaid credit cards as an alternative, one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 26th February, 2010
Home automation 'could save money'
People keen to save money may wish to evaluate where they could become more energy efficient.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd February, 2010
Parents 'helping out first-time buyers'
First-time buyers are in many cases being given a helping hand by their parents when it comes to taking their initial steps on the property ladder, one sector commentator has asserted.
Read Article ... Published on 16th February, 2010
Buy-to-let lending 'increases'
Rental properties appear to be an increasingly popular investment, with buy-to-let lending increasing in the last three months of 2009, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 11th February, 2010
House prices 'increase in January'
House prices continued to grow in January, which may make the dream of homeownership an increasingly unaffordable option for some Britons.
Read Article ... Published on 5th February, 2010
House price rises 'unwelcome for young Brits'
House prices have risen in recent months as the property market shows signs of recovery, however, such news is unlikely to be welcomed by young people looking to take their first steps on the ladder to homeownership, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd February, 2010
Landlords 'will fill UK housing gap'
As housing continues to become increasingly unaffordable for many Britons, the country is likely to become more reliant on private rented landlords to close the gap in the housing market, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 27th January, 2010
Young people 'want more affordable house prices'
House prices need to level out over the long-term and become more affordable in order to attract more young Britons to take their first steps on the property ladder, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 21st January, 2010
Buy-to-let regulations 'a concern for landlords'
Mortgage repayments and regulations are among the top concerns of landlords going into the new year, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 15th January, 2010
A million Brits 'use credit to pay for home'
Mortgages are proving to be a costly outgoing for many homeowners, with a significant number of Britons admitting they have used a credit card to keep up with payments over the last year.
Read Article ... Published on 11th January, 2010
Could renting offer solution to couples at war?
Across the country, couples at war and continuing to live under one roof due to the shortage of affordable housing the UK has to offer, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 7th January, 2010
Tenants told to check fire alarms
Before going away for the new year - which many rental tenants may be planning to do as they travel to visit friends and families - Britons should check their fire alarms are working.
Read Article ... Published on 30th December, 2009
Fewer discretionary movers 'prompt slowdown'
As the credit crunch continues, there are fewer discretionary movers, which is partly to blame for the housing market slowdown, one sector commentator has suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 22nd December, 2009
'Don't leave presents at risk' this Christmas
This Christmas, a total of £18 billion worth of presents will be left on show in households around the country, which may mean that tenants could be wise to purchase home contents insurance.
Read Article ... Published on 16th December, 2009
First-time buyers' houses 'cheaper'
First-time buyer homes are typically cheaper than those purchased by Britons looking to climb up the next step of the property ladder, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 10th December, 2009
Thousands of Brits 'escaping neighbours from hell'
In the last two years, some 95,000 Britons have moved home because of their irritating neighbours, new research has found.
Read Article ... Published on 4th December, 2009
'Wealthy investors' could consider property purchase
Many wealthy investors are looking to expand their property portfolios in the near future, it has been revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 1st December, 2009
Tips for a thrifty Christmas
Christmas is now only a few short weeks away and some people may be worrying how they will be able to fork out for gifts and celebratory occasions as the credit crunch rumbles on.
Read Article ... Published on 25th November, 2009
Could Londoners charge cars at home?
As Britons become increasingly concerned about what their impact on the environment will mean for future generations, they could be set to get a helping hand in going green from the government.
Read Article ... Published on 20th November, 2009
Tenants 'should be gas safe'
Every year, some 50 people in the UK die as a result of carbon monoxide poisoning.
Read Article ... Published on 16th November, 2009
Higher loan to value rate 'could benefit borrowers'
The amount of mortgages given to buyers has risen for the third month a in a row in September, as first-time buyers contribute to a large proportion of the increase, new figures have revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 13th November, 2009
Stamp duty set to rise
The current stamp duty holiday - which sees properties valued at under £175,000 exempt from the charge - is set to come to an end on December 31st.
Read Article ... Published on 9th November, 2009
Can bike security influence rental decision?
Green-minded Britons may be keen to jump on their bicycle in order to commute to work in the capital, which may mean that security is a particular concern when looking for flats to rent in Islington or another part of London.
Read Article ... Published on 5th November, 2009
Tenants 'to benefit from safer kitchens'
Food enthusiasts looking for property to rent in Islington or other parts of London may be inclined to make a new kitchen one of their priorities when choosing a home to rent.
Read Article ... Published on 29th October, 2009
Conservatives 'announce new housing benefit plans'
The Conservative Party has announced its plans to change the housing benefits system, should it come into power.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd October, 2009
Rental prices 'still lower than last year'
UK rents increased by 1.2 per cent in September and have risen by 2.6 per cent in the last two months, new research has revealed.
Read Article ... Published on 19th October, 2009
Remortgages 'continue to fall'
Although the number of new home loans recorded in the past year has increased, remortgaging has continued to fall, new figures have revealed, which could mean that Britons who are struggling financially could find it more affordable to sell up and rent.
Read Article ... Published on 13th October, 2009
London property prices 'will rise'
The property price increases seen in London and the Home Counties will "inevitably" lead to a recovery in the northern housing market "sooner or later", it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 7th October, 2009
Residents in Islington to have a say in how offenders pay them back
People who are looking for flats to rent in Islington could find that they get the chance to have a say in how justice is served in their neighbourhood.
Read Article ... Published on 30th September, 2009
'Free Saturday parking in Islington' before Christmas
Traders in Islington have welcomed plans by the council to open up free parking to shoppers on Saturdays, it has been revealed, which could also benefit the friends and relatives who come to visit their loved ones who live in the borough around Christmas time.
Read Article ... Published on 25th September, 2009
First-time buyers 'getting raw deal'
Despite recent reports that the number of mortgage approvals has increased year-on-year for the first time since early 2007, first-time buyers are still getting a "very raw deal", one sector commentator has claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 17th September, 2009
Islington gets green boost
People looking for property to rent in Islington may be pleased to hear that the government is awarding it with at least £200,000 to go towards making the Archway area greener and more energy efficient.
Read Article ... Published on 7th September, 2009
Islington residents 'benefit from safer roads'
House hunters may have another reason to live in property to rent in Islington following the latest announcement by the borough's local authority.
Read Article ... Published on 28th August, 2009
Islington residents have say on community
Those living in flats to rent in Islington have had the chance to share their views on the borough with other members of the community, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 26th August, 2009
Student tenants offered safety advice
With A-Level and AS-Level results now in, many of the UK's youngsters will be making their final plans for university.
Read Article ... Published on 26th August, 2009
Deposit advice for renters
Those looking for property to rent in Islington, flats to rent in Camden or lettings anywhere else in the country before starting university have been offered some financial advice.
Read Article ... Published on 21st August, 2009
New student homes rejected by H&F council
The planning applications committee at Hammersmith & Fulham (H&F) council has rejected plans to build new student properties at the Nomis Studios site in the borough's Sinclair Road.
Read Article ... Published on 18th August, 2009
EPCs 'give tenants chance to decide'
Being shown energy performance certificates (EPCs) gives tenants the opportunity to decide whether or not they want to live in a certain property, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 14th August, 2009
Resident of property to rent in Islington speaks out
A tenant in a property to rent in Islington has offered his views on the government's proposals to move houses in multiple occupation (HMO) out of residential areas.
Read Article ... Published on 11th August, 2009
Park investment for Islington residents
Those living in property to rent in Islington and flats to rent in Camden and other nearby boroughs have a number of parks on their doorstep that have been improved thanks to millions of pounds worth of investment.
Read Article ... Published on 5th August, 2009
More children's facilities in Tooting
This summer will see residents of property to rent in Wandsworth - the Tooting area in particular - benefit from more facilities for young people.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd August, 2009
Islington residents 'to benefit' from computer recycling scheme
People living in Islington may benefit from a new small-scale scheme which allows low-income households to receive a recycled council computer, Tech Watch has reported.
Read Article ... Published on 20th July, 2009
Advice issued for student renters
Students looking for property to rent in Islington or flats to rent in Camden, as well as lettings in other parts of London, may benefit from some guidance issued by price comparison website Confused.com.
Read Article ... Published on 9th July, 2009
Reduced fuel bills for Islington residents?
A new initiative could see those living in one borough of north London benefit from cheaper utility bills, it has emerged.
Read Article ... Published on 29th June, 2009
Central London property prices 'to increase'
House prices in central London are set to increase over the coming months, according to the chief executive at London Central Portfolio, a property firm based in the capital.
Read Article ... Published on 26th June, 2009
Kensington brightened up
Residents of property to rent in Kensington could be among the beneficiaries of some expert gardening by the community's schoolchildren.
Read Article ... Published on 25th June, 2009
'Enormous demand' for private rented sector
Over the last few years there has been an "enormous demand" for private rented homes in the UK, according to Stuart Law, chief executive of property investment adviser firm Assetz.
Read Article ... Published on 24th June, 2009
Islington: Trendy, busy and a fun place to be
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Read Article ... Published on 22nd June, 2009
New estate agent blacklist from the OFT
People looking for flats to buy or property to rent in Islington and other areas of London have a new list they can check to see if the estate agent they want to use has been blacklisted by the Office of Fair Trading (OFT).
Read Article ... Published on 19th June, 2009
London crime figures reach five-year low
Residents of flats to rent in Lambeth and property to rent in other parts of the capital are safer from bus crime than they have been for five years, it would seem.
Read Article ... Published on 16th June, 2009
Austin to oversee private rented sector
Ian Austin is the MP that will now hold responsibilities for residents of property to rent in Islington and the whole UK private rented sector.
Read Article ... Published on 12th June, 2009
Case put forward for private landlords
Many private landlords "look after their tenants really well", according to Stuart Law, the chief executive and founder of property investment adviser group Assetz.
Read Article ... Published on 10th June, 2009
FTBs 'continue to struggle'
The problem of first-time buyers (FTBs) trying to get on the property ladder is one of the obstacles the housing industry faces in the coming months, according to the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).
Read Article ... Published on 9th June, 2009
Demand for flats to rent in London continues
Tenant demand for flats to rent in London continues to grow and shows no sign of abating, according to new research.
Read Article ... Published on 27th May, 2009
Funding to restore London places of worship
Nearly £1.3 million is being provided to restore seven listed places of worship in London, it has been announced.
Read Article ... Published on 4th March, 2009
GMB praises school meals decision
The decision to provide schoolchildren in the London borough of Islington with free lunches has been praised by the GMB union.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd March, 2009
London children to benefit from road safety production
Schoolchildren in London are to be educated about the need for road safety, Transport for London (TfL) has announced.
Read Article ... Published on 25th February, 2009
Rental demand growing, say landlords
A growing number of people are choosing to rent in the current economic climate, it has been found.
Read Article ... Published on 4th February, 2009
Housing market "still in an impossible situation"
Government support for banks is unlikely to help those thinking a buying a home for the first time, it has been suggested.
Read Article ... Published on 23rd January, 2009
Campaign highlights energy help for pensioners
Pensioners living in London could be set to benefit as attention is drawn to the help they are entitled to.
Read Article ... Published on 9th January, 2009
More Britons choosing to rent, figures reveal
Problems in the housing market are increasingly leading Britons to rent, it has been found.
Read Article ... Published on 18th December, 2008
Minister praises underage knife sale operation
Measures to crack down on underage knife sales in London are proving effective, it has been claimed.
Read Article ... Published on 17th December, 2008
Rail improvements for London residents
People living in Islington and Camden are set to benefit from improvements to rail services.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd December, 2008
London police to crack down on drink-drivers
The Metropolitan police have announced a major crackdown on drink-driving as Christmas approaches.
Read Article ... Published on 2nd December, 2008
Mayor outlines environment plans
London residents could be set to benefit from an improved environment and lower energy bills.
Read Article ... Published on 26th November, 2008
London Overground network improvements continue
Transport for London (TfL) has announced that a stage of improvements to the London Overground has been completed.
Read Article ... Published on 18th November, 2008
Islington council welcomes new safety campaign
Efforts to make roads safer in Islington have been welcomed by the local council.
Read Article ... Published on 12th November, 2008
Free London transport for veterans
War veterans living in London are set to benefit from free public transport.
Read Article ... Published on 10th November, 2008
Islington backing for daytime Emirates concerts
Islington council has declared its backing for the idea of holding daytime music concerts at Arsenal's Emirates Stadium.
Read Article ... Published on 7th November, 2008
Mayor happy with London transport crime reduction
London mayor Boris Johnson has welcomed the success of three pilot schemes in the capital that have helped bring down crime on public transport.
Read Article ... Published on 8th October, 2008
Islington primed for rental demand
Buzzing north-central London neighbourhood Islington has proved one of the biggest movers in status over recent years, according to a new London suburb ranking.
Read Article ... Published on 3rd December, 2007
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