MIDDLETON INSIGHTS

Like many Middleton clients, the care of a listed building is, for William Charnley, a labour of love. As a member of the Bray Fellowship supporting one of the UK’s most significant architectural landmarks – St George’s Chapel in the grounds of Windsor Castle – William has taken this commitment a step further.   

For many international clients, London is already an important part of their lives but deciding how best to establish a base here is not always straightforward. It may be a work base, shaped by schooling, or a city they want to understand before buying.  

Our Sales Advisor, James Moran, identifies five key factors that London prime property owners need to keep top of mind if you want to maximise the value of your home.  

“It’s been a slow-burn trend – but the increased cost of owning, restoring and running an estate along with the erosion of tax advantages has given it real impetus. At the same time, the desire to own a classic British manor is as strong as ever and, with the influx of US buyers, there is more competition than ever.”  

A run of best-in-class Sussex houses have, in recent months, discreetly changed hands. Jasper Colliver, our Surrey & Sussex Advisor, analyses the factors that are drawing serious buyers in.