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What’s happening in SE1…
Tue 07 Aug 2018
Thu 02 Aug 2018
If you've found yourself in the position of an accidental landlord, it's vital to do your research, take your responsibilities as a landlord seriously, and get professional help where appropriate. Read this article to find out how to thrive as an accidental landlord.…
Fri 20 Jul 2018
Free property inventory, 12 months rent guarantee service and the first three months full property management free is what is currently being offered by the SE1 estate agent Garrett Whitelock. Find out more about this special offer.…
Mon 16 Jul 2018
As a landlord, you will want to find and keep good tenants. Find out how to find good tenants and how to keep those tenants happy so that they want to stay in your property in the medium to long-term. …
Wed 11 Jul 2018
Waterloo Food Month is back. Opening with a launch party, 'Flavours of the Waterloo World', on Lower Marsh, Waterloo Food Month is running from 28th June - July 27th, 2018. Find out more. …
Mon 02 Jul 2018
Keen to invest in a warehouse conversion with a view to letting it out? Find out what the advantages and disadvantages are of warehouse conversions, and local Bermondsey estate agent Garrett Whitelock reveals tips for investors when buying a warehouse conversion apartment. …
Sun 17 Jun 2018
Considering selling your property in SE1 and downsizing to a smaller property? This article offers five useful tips and considerations for those planning to downsize. …
Fri 08 Jun 2018
The London Festival of Architecture runs from 1 – 30 June 2018. Two events taking place in SE1 we recommend: London Bridge Open Kitchen, and Scents of Shad Thames. Find out more about both these events. …
Thu 31 May 2018
Planning to invest in or move to Bermondsey? Bermondsey, which was named the best place to live in London in 2018, has a vibrant cultural scene. Find out what there is to see and do in this culture lover's guide to Bermondsey. …
Fri 25 May 2018
Please help up reach our target for such a worthy cause and help DCC to continue to support those affected by cancer…
Wed 16 May 2018
What tenancy deposit schemes are available to landlords? Discover more about tenancy deposit schemes.…
Tue 08 May 2018
According to ARLA Propertymark, the industry body for letting agents, tenant demand has risen, and monthly rents have increased by 7% on average in London over the last five years. Find out more. …
Tue 01 May 2018
What are a landlord's rights of entry during a tenancy? Read this article to find out when a landlord can legally enter their buy-to-let property during a tenancy and what their rights of entry are. …
Sun 15 Apr 2018
Planning to sell your property? Discover some top tips for renovating your property ahead of sale. …
Mon 09 Apr 2018
Bermondsey has been crowned the winner of the London region in The Sunday Times' Best Places to Live 2018 list. Bermondsey topped the list for the London region, but discover which other London areas were also included. …
Mon 02 Apr 2018
Home to Borough Market, Borough in the London Borough of Southwark has a lot to offer, including an impressive range of pubs. Whether you're a beer enthusiast or a wine lover, there's a Borough pub for you. Discover Borough's best pubs. …
Sun 11 Mar 2018
A brief history of Shad Thames, from the Victorian age to the present day.…
Mon 05 Mar 2018
A host of new retailers, including Hamleys, have been announced as part of the £1 billion redevelopment at London Bridge station. Find out which retailers are due to open. …
Fri 02 Mar 2018
Letting out a property? You'll need an Energy Performance Certificate (EPC). Find out what the EPC regulation changes for landlords are. …
Thu 15 Feb 2018
London Waterloo Station first opened in 1848. Since then, it has expanded to become London's biggest and busiest train station. Discover some fun facts about London Waterloo. …
Thu 08 Feb 2018
London's Vault Festival is back with a bang, running from January 24th to March 18th 2018. Mainly held at The Vaults, Waterloo. Discover what's on at the festival.…
Thu 01 Feb 2018
Lower Marsh is a charming street near London's Waterloo Station, SE1. With a colourful street market and independent shops, it's the ultimate food and shopping destination. …
Sun 28 Jan 2018
Selling a property but don't have a valid EPC? Discover what an EPC is and why it is needed when you sell a property. …
Fri 10 Nov 2017
If you own a property you are renting out then it’s likely you have already encountered the problem of what to do during the periods where no one is renting the property. Sometimes, there is literally nothing you can do as it comes down to certain circumstances that are out of your control, but there are measures you can take to minimise the amount of voids you experience.…
Thu 02 Nov 2017
Selling a home is probably one of the most significant transactions you’ll ever undertake, and letting your property can be equally stressful, so how do you go about picking an estate agent you can trust?…
Mon 09 Oct 2017
At first glance, using an online estate agent to sell your property could potentially save you hundreds or even thousands of pounds, but is that really the case? And, more to the point, can you trust an online company to deal with such an important financial transaction? Here we take a look at the pros and cons of using an online estate agent versus a local high street agent to help you decide which route is best for you.…
Mon 02 Oct 2017
Garrett Whitelock is a passionate supporter of grassroots football and is very proud to sponsor Elmstead Football Club’s Under 8s football team.…
Sat 16 Sep 2017
The Bermondsey Street Festival has grown to become a highly anticipated annual fixture in the area’s social calendar and Garrett Whitelock is proud to be one of the sponsors of this fantastic community event.…
Tue 12 Sep 2017
Is a full property management service worth the extra expense for landlords?…
Thu 10 Dec 2015
We’ve talked about the various Help to Buy schemes on this blog before, but it’s worth focusing on the impending Help to Buy ISA scheme which is due to become available from December. The scheme is a cash boost for first time buying individuals designed to help them afford the deposit for a mortgage. It’s important to know what it’s all about though so here are a few facts and details about the scheme.…
Tue 24 Nov 2015
What Not to Do When Attempting to Increase the Value of Your House…
Thu 19 Feb 2015
We Know Waterloo...…
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We Know Borough...…
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We Know South Bank...…
Mon 26 Jan 2015
We Know Bermondsey...…
Tue 20 Jan 2015
We know London Bridge...…