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Ealing is One of Only Two London Boroughs That Didn’t Experience a Price Drop in July

This July marked the first time that we have seen a drop in asking price for property in 2011 – except in Ealing. Ealing was one of only two London boroughs whose average asking price went up in July 2011.

One in three house sales fall through

1 in 3, the current national average for house sales that fall through. Northfields Estates explores why in many areas of the country so many sales are not making it through to completion. And what to do to prevent fall throughs.

Fewer People are Leaving London for Greener Pastures and More are Returning

London is experiencing a surging number of people choosing to stay in the capital to raise their families. In some cases, there is even a reverse migration of empty nesters looking to come back to the Big Smoke.

Rents Hit Record High:  What It Means for Landlords and Tenants

May 2011 marked the highest average rent in England and Wales on record with the average rental figures spiking to £695. What does this rise mean to landlords and to tenants? Find out.

Will Your Property’s Value Be Affected by the New High Speed Line to Birmingham?

It may seem like a faraway prospect at the moment, but the government is proposing a £17billion high speed rail project that may very well affect your property’s worth or even your ability to sell the property at all.

Is a Land Value Tax the Answer to Our Limping Economy?

Many experts are talking about what to do to breathe some life into the economy in general and the housing market in particular. One view is to adopt a land value tax. Could a land value tax be the answer?

Demand for Posh Property in the Rental Market

If you are thinking of investing in buy to let property, think about taking advantage of the demand for high end rental properties in London.

How Mortgage Fraud Could Endanger Your Home

Don't lose your home, make yourself aware of mortgage fraud and what you can do to protect yourself.

The 10 Things That Will Drive Down the Price of Your Property

When you list your property for sale you often think about the things that you can do to improve your property. But have you thought of the things that could actually negatively effect your property sale.

March 2011 Property Market Update

There is good news and bad news, particularly for Ealing homeowners. Read on to find out more.