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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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 …

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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 compromis …

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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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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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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 So …

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Leasehold vs. freehold - The differences & which is better for Indian buyers?

Leasehold vs. freehold - The differences & which is better for Indian buyers?

Property advice | 24.06.2025 | Dhanvee Mehta

As a property investor, one of the most important yet misunderstood aspects of homeownership in London is understanding whether a property is freehold or leasehold. These terms can sound confusing at first; however, freehold or leasehold can significantly impact the duration for which you will own the property, the kind... …

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