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London property, vacant stock, short let strategy — and everything in between. Written by the team managing it every day.

London Market
12 May 2026  ·  4 min
35,000 EMPTY PROPERTIES: LONDON'S HIDDEN HOUSING STOCK

The GLA's latest figures reveal the scale of London's vacant property problem — and what it means for owners, buyers, and the city.

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Landlords
5 May 2026  ·  5 min
VOID PERIODS ARE COSTING LONDON LANDLORDS MORE THAN THEY THINK

It's not just lost rent. The compounding cost of a void — council tax, maintenance, deterioration — adds up fast. Here's a full breakdown.

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Let While U Sell
28 Apr 2026  ·  7 min
WILL SHORT LETTING AFFECT MY PROPERTY SALE? AN HONEST ANSWER.

We get this question every single week. The short answer is no — but here's the nuance, and why some agents are nervous about it.

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Vacant Stock
21 Apr 2026  ·  5 min
INHERITED A LONDON PROPERTY? HERE'S WHAT YOUR OPTIONS ACTUALLY ARE

A practical guide for anyone who's just inherited a property they're not sure what to do with — from probate timelines to immediate income options.

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London Market
14 Apr 2026  ·  4 min
WHY LONDON SALES TAKE 18 WEEKS — AND WHAT HAPPENS IN THE MEANTIME

The conveyancing timeline hasn't shortened since the pandemic. We look at where the delays actually sit and what vendors can do while they wait.

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Landlords
7 Apr 2026  ·  6 min
SHORT LET VS LONG LET IN LONDON: THE REAL NUMBERS IN 2026

We compare gross yields, management overhead, and flexibility for landlords weighing up their options in the current market.

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