When buying a property, location is key. However, it’s not the only important thing. At Source the Area, many things go into making the step into home ownership; we want to help educate the public on how to pick their new home, and what key considerations you need to think about before you make your next purchase.
Below are some guides on what we think you need to know before you next buy a property. We’ll regularly update this with more information, so be sure to check back for the latest tips and tricks!
All of our guides are written by industry experts who have helped a number of people find their dream homes throughout London. Also included are handy links to other sites that could further help you with making the step into home ownership.
Inner London vs Outer London
London is a vast city stretching into over 30 different boroughs. Due to the excessive size of the capital and each...
The cultural melting pot of south-east London
Comprising the boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Lambeth, Lewisham and Southwark, the sub-region of South East...
South-east London: the budget friendly neighbourhood
Funding and regeneration over the past decade have transformed South-East London to one of the most exciting areas in...
How school catchment areas work
Whether you’re moving into a new area or your family is starting to grow, you’ll need to think about school catchment...
Seven steps to increase your rental property value
You may be leaving money on the table, if you don’t use these strategies to increase your rental income. Here’s how to...
The ultimate guide on how to rent a property
Looking to rent a property for the first time? Here is all the information you could possibly need to make sure you...
The different forms of home ownership
There are two different forms of legal ownership: freehold and leasehold. This is one of the most important things to...
Factors you should think about when deciding where to live
Finding a new place to live can be stressful. In your search for that perfect place to live, don’t forget what’s...
Getting a mortgage and the finances of buying a home
Buying a home can be daunting! Read below to find out more about how to get your finances in order to buy a home,...
Eight questions all first-time buyers should ask at a viewing
Before buying a property, it is key to make sure you know everything you possibly can. Every property has its own...