London property news & updates

When considering buying a property in London, the question as an investor or homeowner is: what do you want or expect the property to perform for you? If you are an investor, are you looking for rental income diversification, capital gains or both? If you are an owner-occupier, are you looking for comfort and potentially …

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For Malaysian buyers and investors keeping an eye on the UK property market, August brought an interesting shift. More people are actively looking for homes, yet prices are no longer rising at the pace seen earlier in the year. According to Zoopla, UK home searches were 7% higher than a year ago, marking their highest …

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If you own a UK rental property and missed the peak September period, you may be wondering whether the best tenants have already been snapped up. The good news is that your property does not need to sit empty simply because one of the busiest periods in the rental calendar has passed. At this stage, …

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Few London neighbourhoods manage to feel as unmistakably local as Camden while still offering the connectivity and opportunities of Central London. Camden combines village character, cultural influence and outstanding access to Central London. It’s a setting few London neighbourhoods can rival. Introducing Camden Goods Yard, an 8-acre development by Berkeley located between Primrose Hill and …

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If you live overseas and rent out a property in the UK, dealing with tax is just one of the responsibilities that comes with being a landlord. Even if you live abroad, HMRC will generally tax income you earn from UK property, so it’s worth knowing what you need to report and when. For the …

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​When you’re selling a property in London, its ownership structure plays a massive role in how buyers judge the place, what sort of offers they make, and how hassle-free the deal actually is. It really comes down to one simple question: Do you own the building and the land it sits on outright, or do …

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If you’re a Malaysian investor looking at the UK property market, the tide is surely turning in your favour. More homes on the market and a slower pace means overseas buyers have ample room to negotiate. Zoopla’s July 2026 data shows nationwide price growth cooling to 1.3% down from last year’s 1.7%. While overall UK …

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Summer is one of the busiest periods for UK holiday homes, with demand typically rising between June and August. For Malaysian owners planning family visits, personal stays, or short-term guests, preparing the property ahead of the season can help avoid last-minute issues and ensure the home is ready when it is needed most. Start with …

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As a Malaysian, you are no stranger to air conditioning, so it might shock you to learn that whenever a summer heatwave hits the UK, locals spend days melting indoors, finding ways to cool down. Looking for a home in the UK with air conditioning installed will be a challenge for anyone. New numbers from …

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on the UK property market from Malaysia, June 2026 has been quite a wild ride of sunshine, football and shifting numbers. Rightmove just revealed that the average asking price across the UK dipped by 0.6%, making the biggest June drop seen in 14 years. Now, why the sudden drop? …

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If you’ve been keeping an eye on UK property from Malaysia, the latest numbers from May 2026 bring a breath of fresh air. London’s housing market is finding its feet again with a steady, confident comeback. For Malaysian buyers looking to make their Ringgit stretch further, this might just be the perfect window of opportunity …

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Malaysians who are looking to acquire a London home for children or own use, prioritises safety & community, access to amenities & connectivity, and at the same time meeting space & affordability requirements in a central London location. Introducing Angel Village, located in Angel, is a low density, gated development situated between Goswell Road and …

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