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Guides.

Practical guidance for buyers, sellers, landlords, tenants and overseas clients navigating the London property market. EGRE Guides are designed to help clients understand process, cost, risk and decision-making before entering a transaction.

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Buyer Guides

For clients purchasing London property for personal use, investment, education, relocation or long-term capital preservation.

  • Buying a London property: process and timeline
  • Leasehold flats: lease length, service charge and ground rent
  • Stamp Duty and acquisition costs
  • Mortgage, cash and offer strategy
  • Due diligence before exchange
02Category

Seller Guides

For owners considering a public sale, private sale or strategic exit from a London property.

  • Preparing a property for sale
  • Public sale versus discreet/private sale
  • Pricing strategy and comparable evidence
  • Buyer qualification and proof of funds
  • Selling a tenanted property
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Landlord Guides

For landlords letting or managing London property, including overseas owners who require local execution and structured reporting.

  • Letting a London property: process and compliance
  • Non-resident landlords and the NRL scheme
  • Tenant referencing and tenancy setup
  • Property management for overseas landlords
  • Repairs, reporting and maintenance control
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Tenant Guides

For tenants renting through EGRE, including referencing, move-in preparation, maintenance reporting and tenancy communication.

  • Renting in London: process and documents
  • Referencing and affordability checks
  • Deposits and move-in requirements
  • Reporting repairs through Fixflo
  • End of tenancy and check-out
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Overseas Buyer Guides

For international clients considering London property from the UAE, China, Hong Kong, Singapore, Europe or elsewhere.

  • Buying London property from overseas
  • Source of funds and compliance preparation
  • Currency considerations: AED, RMB, USD, HKD and GBP
  • Education-linked purchases for children
  • Managing a London property remotely
06Category

Tax and Ownership Considerations

General guidance on ownership structures, acquisition costs, tax considerations and professional-adviser coordination.

  • SDLT and non-resident buyer surcharge
  • Company versus personal ownership considerations
  • High-value property holding costs
  • Rental income and overseas landlord reporting
  • When to involve tax, legal and mortgage advisers

EGRE does not provide tax, legal, mortgage or financial advice. Where required, EGRE can coordinate with appropriately qualified specialist advisers.

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FAQs

Clear answers to common questions across buying, selling, renting, lettings, property management and overseas ownership.

  • Buying FAQs
  • Selling FAQs
  • Landlord FAQs
  • Tenant FAQs
  • Overseas client FAQs

Featured EGRE Guides

Investor Guides

Lease Length and Service Charge: The Two Numbers That Can Make or Break a London Flat Purchase

Why unexpired lease term and annual service charge can affect mortgageability, resale liquidity, net yield and long-term value.

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Landlord Intelligence

Non-Resident Landlords: What Overseas Owners Need to Know Before Letting a London Property

A practical overview of the Non-Resident Landlord Scheme, rent withholding, management reporting and overseas landlord compliance.

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China Capital

Why London Still Matters for Chinese Capital in a More Restricted World

How education, wealth preservation, international restrictions and long-term family optionality continue to support Chinese interest in London property.

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London · Dubai Corridor

Why Middle East Capital Is Re-Engaging With London Property

Why UAE-based investors are reconsidering London as a diversification market amid regional risk, currency exposure and portfolio concentration.

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Need guidance specific to your situation?

Every London property decision depends on the client, the asset, the structure and the timing. EGRE can help you understand the process before you commit.