Finances
London Realty International
Owning Property in the UK as a US Citizen

In the UK, individuals benefit from Principal Private Residence (PPR) relief. This allows individuals to sell their main home and pay no capital gains tax, assuming a few conditions on occupation are met.

Unfortunately, the Americans amongst us have another set of rules to play by. The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has a worldwide reach on US citizens’ tax affairs, and the gain made on the sale of the family home, i.e. the main residence, is potentially subject to capital gains tax in the US.

Owning Property in the UK as a US Citizen
Buying
London Realty International
Stamp Duty Holiday: What You Need to Know

The government has confirmed that home buyers will not pay stamp duty on any home up to the value of £500,000. This is the latest in a number of measures designed to reduce the economic impact of the coronavirus crisis and ensure that young people, in particular, are not locked out of the housing market.

Stamp Duty Holiday: What You Need to Know
Finances, Buying
London Realty International
UK Mortgages, Explained

Mortgages are there to help cover the considerable costs involved when buying a home. The good news is that UK residents have access to a wide variety of mortgages. As a result, you must be aware of all the options before you apply for one. They have different features, which means one may benefit you more than others. 

UK Mortgages, Explained

Victoria Park

East London: Not Just for Hipsters

East London: Not Just for Hipsters

If you are looking for somewhere to live in London, you really are going to be spoilt for choice. However, East London is an area that certainly has a lot to offer. Often dubbed hipster paradise, you may assume that you need to listen to obscure music, frequent coffee shops, and sport a beard in order to qualify for housing here. Nevertheless, the edgy part of London has something for everyone! In terms of value, Hackney has some of the highest rising property prices in the capital and they have held strong. Proximity to The City means that many urban professionals who live here choose to cycle to work. There are fantastic cycle paths in Hackney and along Regents Canal path. With that being said, continue reading to discover a few things you might not have known about some of our favourite East London neighbourhoods.