Urban Village Blog

10 steps to letting a property in Camberwell & Denmark Hill

Everything you need to know before your rent a property in SE5, from property prices to landlord obligations

Why being an Estate Agent is not enough: our community matters

At Urban Village, we do everything we can to support our local communities – from supporting local schools to reopening the Ruskin Park paddling pool

Spring Newsletter: What's going on in SE5 this month?

Welcome to your Urban Village Newsletter, your update on the latest from SE5. Accompanying spring are the green shoots of recovery — the property market looks more vibrant than ever, and the community celebrates exciting new ventures and the return o...

Want to sell your house this spring? Here’s what you need to know

Spring is the best time to sell your property. Here’s what you need to remember when you’re putting your home on the market in 2022.

Extending your lease: What the leasehold reform act means for you

The Leasehold Reform (Ground Rent) Act (LRGRA) will abolish ground rents for some residential long leases. Here’s what it means for your property.

The rise of the buy-to-let company, and the pain of the tenant tax

Landlords face huge tax bills under section 24. Learn why buy-to-let companies are on the rise and what that means for the rental market.]

9 reasons why Camberwell is THE place to live in 2022

No longer a pit stop between Peckham and Brixton, Camberwell is creating a name for itself as THE exciting up-and-coming neighbourhood to watch in South London. With stunning restaurants, quirky exhibitions, plenty of green spaces and great transport...

Looking to sell London property this year? Top home staging and interior trends for 2022

Did you know that staged homes sell three times faster than those that aren’t staged?

What are the biggest challenges for landlords in 2022?

Being a landlord can be stressful – there are all kinds of challenges, from dealing with property damage, to problem tenants, or simply the nuisance of high tenancy turnover.

Winter Newsletter: What's going on in SE5 this month?

Welcome to Urban Village’s Winter roundup, where we’re giving you the latest news about what’s going on in your local community.

Interview: Jordan Horne, our Sales and Lettings Consultant

There’s another new team member at Urban Village already making waves in SE5! Jordan’s brilliant initiative and service record in property make him a dream to work with for landlords and tenants alike. We get to know Jordan and get his take on the ch...

How can I switch my letting agent? A guide for landlords

Landlords, listen up: if your current estate agent is too pricey or isn’t delivering an adequate service, you can switch – and with Urban Village, the process couldn’t be easier. When we’re instructed to take over an existing tenancy, we charge ju...