Ground rent explained and the 2026 leasehold reforms

Ground rent explained and the 2026 leasehold reforms

Property advice | 23.02.2026 | Dhanvee Mehta

UK leasehold reforms will cap ground rent at £250, reducing it to zero over time. This change will improve service charge transparency and phase out new leasehold flats in favour of commonhold. In this guide, we explain how these new regulations will bring clearer ownership and lower long-term costs for...

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Why are more Indians buying off-plan apartments in London?

Why are more Indians buying off-plan apartments in London?

UK property | 05.02.2026 | Sushant Ohri

This piece explains why more Indians are opting for off-plan apartment investment in London and how factors like education planning, flexible payment schemes and long-term investment goals shape this trend. It also covers how parents strategically use property ownership to manage student housing costs and how off-plan purchases boost capital...

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Why are high-net-worth and professional Indians quietly opting for the UAE Golden Visa?

Why are high-net-worth and professional Indians quietly opting for the UAE Golden Visa?

UAE property market | 20.01.2026 | Dhanvee Mehta

A clear breakdown of reasons a rising number of Indians are quietly opting for the UAE Golden Visa and how eligibility is won through property investment and tax and residency benefits. You will also learn more about remittance pathways from India, flexible career options in Dubai’s expanding business ecosystem and...

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How many people can legally live in your rental?

How many people can legally live in your rental?

Property advice | 08.01.2026 | Sushant Ohri

House-sharing has been a part of London life; however, rising rents have pushed more people into tighter living arrangements than ever before. As a result, the UK rental overcrowding rules are being tested more frequently, often without tenants and landlords realising they’ve crossed the occupancy threshold. Many landlords are made...

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Beyond London - The UK’s best university cities for Indian students - 2026

Beyond London - The UK’s best university cities for Indian students - 2026

Property advice | 02.01.2026 | Dhanvee Mehta

For Indian students heading to the UK in 2026, the decision doesn’t end just with choosing a course or a city. What matters equally is the city they choose to live in. Academic reputation is important, but long-term outcomes are often shaped by how well a student adjusts to daily...

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Why Marylebone is the ultimate London address for university students

Why Marylebone is the ultimate London address for university students

Property advice | 30.12.2025 | Sushant Ohri

For Indian parents sending their child overseas, choosing where they live matters just as much as where they study. In London, selected neighbourhoods strike the perfect balance between safety, connectivity, academic focus and long-term investment value. However, Marylebone does, quietly, consistently and without any compromise. From a property perspective, Marylebone...

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Best areas to live in London for self-use - The complete 2026 lifestyle guide

Best areas to live in London for self-use - The complete 2026 lifestyle guide

Property investment | 26.12.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

Buying a home in London for self-use is ultimately a location decision, not a lifestyle experiment. In 2026, Indian parents and professionals are asking all the right questions, such as, ‘How close is the Tube?’ ‘Which line is it on? Can my child reach university without changing lines?’ ‘Is daily...

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Landlord vs tenant - Who pays for burglary damage in a rented property?

Landlord vs tenant - Who pays for burglary damage in a rented property?

Property advice | 09.12.2025 | Sushant Ohri

Burglaries are unsettling. Beyond the emotional shock, there is a practical question that eventually all landlords and tenants need to clear: ‘Who is responsible for the damage caused by a break-in?’ In the UK rental system, this isn’t just a moral dilemma; it is defined by legal responsibility and insurance...

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Dubai's top developers ranked: Which one Is right for Indian buyers?

Dubai's top developers ranked: Which one Is right for Indian buyers?

UAE property market | 24.11.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

Dubai has consistently been successful in drawing attention from Indian investors, and you know why? Well, it is the tax-free benefits and global lifestyle it offers. Still, other than that, one of the most dominant factors is its ability to deliver exceptional returns in the real estate market. Dubai offers...

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UK Autumn Statement 2025 - Five predictions for Indian property investors

UK Autumn Statement 2025 - Five predictions for Indian property investors

London property market | 12.11.2025 | Sushant Ohri

Why this budget matters to you The UK Autumn Statement will be announced on November 26. With this Budget, the Treasury is under pressure to close a large fiscal shortfall. Most commentators and analysts are talking about a gap of tens of billions of pounds. It is roughly at a scale that...

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Benham and Reeves MD Anita Mehra India visit: Discover your next UK property investment

Benham and Reeves MD Anita Mehra India visit: Discover your next UK property investment

UK property | 07.11.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

For most Indian investors, securing a UK property is about maintaining a balance between rental yield, capital growth and security. However, navigating an overseas market, especially in 2025, can feel complex. Now, what if you could benefit from one-to-one guidance from one of London’s most respected property experts, right here...

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Why Reading Riverworks is perfect for first-time Indian investors

Why Reading Riverworks is perfect for first-time Indian investors

Property investment | 03.11.2025 | Sushant Ohri

Almost every Indian investor desires to own a property in London. But what if you could get the thriving London lifestyle, complete with riverside views, effortless connectivity and strong yields, all at nearly half the price? This is what Reading Riverworks offers. A few years ago, Reading was considered a...

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What happens when you put a property in a Trust?

What happens when you put a property in a Trust?

Property advice | 15.10.2025 | Sushant Ohri

For many Indian investors eyeing London property, legacy planning is, with time, becoming as important as capital growth. One of the most effective tools to achieve this is the use of a Trust. Trusts are often associated with ultra-wealthy families. However, in reality, they are a versatile tool for any...

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Reading Riverworks - A Prime Riverside Investment for Indian Investors

Reading Riverworks - A Prime Riverside Investment for Indian Investors

Property investment | 29.09.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

For many Indians, London has always held a special charm. Whether it's the idea of sending their children to study in the UK, the aspiration of owning a home abroad or diversifying a carefully built portfolio including overseas assets. Today, some of the most exciting and luxurious property investment opportunities...

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How political and economic changes impact London property prices

How political and economic changes impact London property prices

London property market | 17.09.2025 | Sushant Ohri

If there is one factor in the world of the property market that doesn’t stand still, it is the market. There is always some sort of ongoing political debate, economic shifts, fluctuations with the currency – factors impact the real estate landscape, influence prices and investor appeal. Discerning Indian property...

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Understanding TCS on foreign remittances for buying property in the UAE

Understanding TCS on foreign remittances for buying property in the UAE

Property advice | 08.09.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

For many discerning Indian property investors, Dubai’s real estate appeal lies in its world-class infrastructure, stable and consistent returns and of course, the golden visa. However, if you are considering buying property in Dubai as an Indian property investor, there is one factor you cannot overlook: Tax Collection at Source...

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What makes Dubai’s waterfront properties a top luxury pick?

What makes Dubai’s waterfront properties a top luxury pick?

UAE property market | 21.08.2025 | Sushant Ohri

Over the past few years, Indian property investors have rapidly emerged as a dominant group in global property markets. The numbers are particularly higher in locations that offer capital security and lifestyle value. While London continues to stand as a cornerstone for Indian capital, Dubai is swiftly becoming the next...

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Best UK cities for buy-to-let property investment this year

Best UK cities for buy-to-let property investment this year

Property investment | 13.08.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

From a property investment point of view, London tends to steal the spotlight. However, it’s not the only city in the UK worth your attention right now. As we move further into 2025, discerning Indian investors are looking for investment opportunities beyond the capital city to diversify their property portfolio....

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The rise of off-plan property investments in the UAE

The rise of off-plan property investments in the UAE

Property investment | 11.07.2025 | Sushant Ohri

The off-plan property market in the UAE is transforming the way global investors, especially Indian buyers, diversify their portfolios. Savvy real estate buyers have started grabbing strategic off-plan opportunities in Dubai even before the first brick is laid. This phenomenon is triggered by advantages such as excellent return on investments,...

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Affordable housing in the UK - A crisis or an opportunity?

Affordable housing in the UK - A crisis or an opportunity?

London property market | 09.07.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

At a glance, the UK’s housing situation can seem challenging. However, for discerning property investors and renowned developers, this market presents one of the most exciting investment opportunities in today’s competitive real estate landscape, especially across London. There is no denying the rising demand for affordable housing in the UK....

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