With rent and property prices continuing to rise, saving for a deposit and getting onto the property ladder in London is now harder than ever. But, with some simple planning and smart saving, there are ways you can make your money work for you. So, this week we’re sharing a few realistic tips to help make saving your first deposit easy. We’ve covered everything from the best saving scheme to halving your rent costs (and we promise we’re not just going to suggest you spend less on coffee).
How Can We Support Local Communities with Property Guardians?
London is home to over 10% of the country’s vacant properties, with some boroughs being affected far worse than others. In communities with a high proportion of poorly managed long-term vacant property, the negative social and economic impact can have lasting effects. But with property guardianship schemes, landlords and property owners have the opportunity to give back to their local community.
Property Guardianship Opportunity in E3: A Creative's Guide to Finding Affordable Live/Workspaces in London
Although London’s buzzing art scene continues to attract thousands of young creatives from all over the world, steeply rising rental costs and gentrification across the city are making it harder for artists to thrive. For creative young Londoners who live and breathe the city, property guardianship is an affordable way to live in creative boroughs with communities of like-minded people. We’ve put together a guide to help young artists find affordable spaces to live and work in the city.