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How plastic is your home?

17 May 2021

We love being environmentally friendly at Urban Village (see our other blog on the ways that you can make your home more sustainable) but even we’re still surprised by how easy it can be to swap out plastic for sustainable, eco-friendly alternatives.

Urban Village: our SE5 local heroes

26 Feb 2021

As you know, the local community is at the heart of Urban Village Homes and it’s been incredible to see businesses in the area going above and beyond during what has been such a difficult year. Read on for our new series on SE5's Local Heroes!

The Urban Village guide to getting your home ready for a Spring Sale

22 Feb 2021

Spring is the most popular season for putting properties on the market, and is it really any wonder? This is the time of year when we are most likely to think most about new beginnings and making a move. In this blog, we summarise the Spring Sale to-...

Virtual viewings: putting your home on the market

29 Jan 2021

Property-seekers are increasingly favouring virtual video viewings over physical visits of potential new homes – enabling them to more efficiently short-list the properties that want to go and see. So, how can you make sure your property’s video effe...

Is Ruskin Park the best park in London?

01 Dec 2020

Officially opened in 1907, Green Flag award-winning Ruskin Park is beautiful, unique and has plenty to offer the local community. Here’s why we think this hidden gem should be awarded the best park in London…

How to sell your house: The Urban Village guide to selling your home

17 Nov 2020

From getting your home valued to the costs involved, selling your property can feel like a big decision. In our latest blog, we take a look at some of the key things to consider when it comes to selling your home.

Buy-to-let: should you include furniture?

20 Oct 2020

Unsure whether to furnish your buy-to-let property or let your new tenants add their own touch? The choice is up to you, but make sure you take a read over some of the key things to consider.

Covid-19 tenant protections: a guide for landlords

15 Sept 2020

The UK government has taken important steps to protect tenants during the pandemic. Here, we give an overview of the emergency measures and explain how we’re helping our landlords to manage them with free insurance cover and support.

An Urban Village: why we love…Herne Hill

17 Aug 2020

If you’re looking for a local area with a London postcode but a village feel, take a look at Herne Hill. Located between Brixton and Dulwich, it’s a leafy area with beautiful houses, fantastic schools and a real community vibe. Here are just a few th...

Guest post: Decorate and Brighten Up Your Home with Indoor Plants

22 Jul 2020

Guest Post: Lorena Romo from Porch.com - an online portal to help you find home improvement professionals - shares her tips on decorating your home with indoor plants.

Make or break: the real deciding factors in a house sale

02 Jul 2020

What really influences a buyer’s final decision? Here, we list the most common deal makers and deal breakers in a property sale.

Alternative ways to add value (without extending)

10 Jun 2020

Selling your property? Here are 11 ways to ad value without adding an extension, from quick fixes to full renovations

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