Don’t be afraid to get your hands dirty, in order to get a great deal!

Consider some 'DIY' in order to get the best price

When placing an offer, asking for a multitude of ‘works’ to be done will certainly not get you the best price. London Landlords, in general, do not jump at the chance to re-paint, re-fit, re-furnish or re-carpet their properties and so to do so they will want to see a healthy price. The best way to get around this is by placing an offer on the basis that you take the apartment ‘as-is.’ For example, if you can get a property marketing at £350 per week, for £300 per week, you will bag yourself a £2,600 saving over the course of the year. You will not get that if you ask for a selection of improvements to be made by the Landlord, in fact you would be lucky to get it for a penny under the asking price.

For more information on doing your own ‘works’ contact Notting Hill Properties. We can find you a great property and help you find some cost effective solutions to painting, carpeting, furnishing and more.