From realistic timelines and due diligence to financing and how to strengthen your offer, buying a probate property differs in several practical ways from a standard purchase. Understanding those differences early on helps buyers move with confidence and avoid the surprises that can derail a sale. For buyers, they can offer real opportunity – period…
Property sales fall through more often than many buyers and sellers expect. When a sale falls through it can mean months of delay, additional costs and the uncertainty of starting the process again. Industry data suggests the problem is more common than many people realise. According to recent analysis by Rightmove, around 23% of property…
The process of selling a probate property is one we regularly assist with across Chiswick, Hammersmith and Shepherd’s Bush. As long-standing, local estate agents, we understand that probate sales often involve sensitive family circumstances, complex timescales and careful pricing considerations. Navigating the overall probate process can be challenging and managing the sale of a probate…
Making Tax Digital for landlords is one of the most significant tax changes affecting those who let property from April 2026. If you are a landlord completing a Self Assessment tax return, the way you report property income to HMRC is about to change. Making Tax Digital for Income Tax replaces the traditional annual return…
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…
The Chancellor’s Autumn Budget arrived without the sweeping Stamp Duty changes many expected. Instead, it delivered a series of tax adjustments that will influence sentiment across the West London market – but not disrupt it. What matters now is how these measures play out across Hammersmith, Shepherd’s Bush and Chiswick – here’s our update on…
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…
If you’re selling your property, you might be exploring selling off market and wondering if it would be better to take this more discreet and sometimes selective approach to finding a buyer. As seasoned West London estate agents, over the years we have assisted many clients with selling their properties off market and contrary to…
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…
Sales progression is a key part of the process of selling a property. This crucial stage between an offer being accepted and completion requires close management by your estate agent to ensure all parties work cohesively to conclude the sale successfully. How the sales progression process is managed can be the deciding factor in whether…
Knowing how to choose tiles for a bathroom is one of the most important parts when designing a bathroom, not just for practical reasons but for how they define the entire look and feel of the space. From layout and maintenance to aesthetics, we hear from Jo Oliver, Director of Stone and Ceramic Warehouse on…
