Latest News

Buying a property is one of the most significant financial decisions you’ll make, and it’s crucial to fully understand the differences between leasehold and freehold ownership. In 2025, with ongoing leasehold reforms and shifting market dynamics, this distinction has never been more important. Here’s a breakdown of everything you need to know before making your next purchase.

The UK property market is constantly moving, with different phases driving price changes and creating opportunities for buyers. Understanding these market cycles is essential for making a well-timed purchase. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or looking to move up the property ladder, here's what you need to know about market trends in 2025 and how to use them to your advantage.

As the UK housing market evolves, homebuyers in 2025 face a key decision: remain in the city or move to commuter towns and outer London areas? With shifting lifestyle priorities, changing work patterns, and affordability concerns, buying trends are shaping the future of where people want to live.

A vacant rental means lost income—but with the right strategy, void periods can be minimised.  We help landlords in Barnes, Putney, East Sheen, and Richmond keep their properties let with expert guidance, proactive marketing, and tenant management. 

The UK housing market is always in flux, and one of the most significant factors influencing property trends is demographic change. In 2025, shifting population dynamics, evolving generational preferences, and lifestyle trends are reshaping the housing market. In South West London, these changes are particularly evident, and homebuyers, sellers, and investors must stay ahead of these trends to make the best decisions. Here’s how changing demographics are influencing the housing market in our local area.

The buy-to-let landscape is evolving. At James Anderson, we provide expert guidance to help landlords navigate market changes and optimise their investments.

House prices continued to be a point of property fascination. The figures are divided into two: asking prices and sold prices. Asking price trends give us a brilliant snapshot of how positive the market is. 

Earlier in the year we reported on indoor air quality and it’s such a hot topic that Which? has conducted further research into the matter. Its most recent area of analysis concerned gas hobs – an appliance found in millions of UK homes.

Skips. Cement mixers. Brick dust. People with hard hats and high-viz jackets milling about. How do these make you feel? Just like Marmite, homeowners have a love/hate relationship with renovations. What camp do you fall in?

You may have heard people talk about second-charge mortgages and wondered what they are. If you’re a landlord, they can be a beneficial way of accessing a lump sum of money. Here’s our Q&A guide to second-charge mortgages for owners of buy-to-let properties.

Recent reductions in the Bank of England's base rate have had significant effects on the mortgage market, creating new opportunities for homebuyers. Understanding how these changes impact your borrowing options and overall affordability is key for those looking to enter the property market.

The UK property market is poised for further growth, with house prices forecasted to increase by 4% in 2025, according to Rightmove. This rise is driven by economic stability, strong buyer demand, and a continued shortage of available homes. For those looking to purchase, acting sooner rather than later could be crucial to securing the best opportunities.