On Thursday 17 September, at Hammersmith’s new Civic Campus, Horton and Garton was named High Street Business of the Year at the 2026 Hammersmith and Fulham Business Awards. We have had a front door on the high street since 2008, and today you will find us on King Street in Hammersmith and Chiswick High Road….
Best and final offers and sealed bids are often the fairest way to conclude negotiations on a property. If you are buying or selling in a competitive market, or simply chasing a home that a lot of other people want, you may be asked to submit a best and final offer or to go to…
Two of the more unsettling words a home mover might hear are gazumping and gazundering. One applies to buyers, the others to sellers, neither are usually welcome words to be heard but both acts are still legal in England and Wales. In June 2026 the government set out plans that could reduce the risk over…
At Horton and Garton, we’re always pleased to offer work experience placements to young people keen to learn about the world of estate agency. As a business with deep roots in the local community, we think it matters to share what we’ve learned over the years with the next generation. It was a pleasure to…
We are proud to share that Horton and Garton has been shortlisted as a finalist for High Street Business of the Year at the 2026 Hammersmith & Fulham Business Awards. The awards received 160 applications this year, all judged to a high standard, so reaching the finalist stage in this category means a great deal…
When you’re considering putting your house on the market for sale and talking to estate agents, you’ll likely be looking over and potentially signing estate agent contracts. From the types of contracts estate agents use to the fee agreements and what happens when you want to terminate a contract, our blog shares what you need to…
Spring 2026 Issue 18 Horton and Garton Estate Agents In this edition of West London Property News, we review a steady first quarter across West London, as the spring market takes hold against a backdrop of global uncertainty and rising mortgage costs. Across Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush, Chiswick and the surrounding areas, demand has remained resilient…
They say things happen for a reason – chance encounters and kindness from strangers. For John Horton, Owner and Director of Horton and Garton, which has become one of west London’s most established property businesses, it started with a fax. John Horton reflects on three decades in the industry, eighteen years building Horton and Garton,…
As Horton and Garton continues to grow across West London, so does the strength of the team behind the business. From long standing team members who have progressed through the ranks to experienced professionals joining us in key roles, this is a moment worth pausing to recognise. These recent promotions and appointments reflect the depth…
For landlords and across the private rented sector, the Renters’ Rights Act 2025 introduces major reforms. While the legislation has now passed, many sections will come into force gradually, and landlords will need to prepare for a series of practical and legal changes over the coming years. Below is a clear summary of the reforms…
Selling in a buyers’ market? Buyers have more choice and slightly more negotiating power this autumn. Across the UK, stock levels have risen, demand has softened, and price growth remains modest – a combination that makes realistic pricing and strong preparation more important than ever. According to Rightmove’s latest House Price Index (October 2025), average…
Buying a leasehold property is one of the three most common types of tenure in London, alongside freehold and share of freehold. Freehold means you own both the property and the land outright. Leasehold means you own the home for a set period of time, while the land and building structure are owned by a…
