Aspire Summer 2014

South West London's Leading Estate Agent

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Introduction

Welcome to the spring issue of the aspire magazine

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or the past year and a half, two years, the

starting to see more `private homes’ coming to market

London property market has been thriving

to satisfy the continued demand. Due to such a buoyant

with 18% increases over the last 12 months.

sales market the lettings market has only grown

Much has been said about the low levels of

marginally. However, we believe this is about to change

housebuilding across the country and whilst

and we anticipate a rise in demand in the forthcoming

that has improved slightly over the past year,

months which should see some of the supply reduce and

with housing starts up by 23% over the course of 2013,

subsequently create a rise in prices. The most popular

little has been said about the levels of existing housing

performers for the year have been one bedroom

stock that are coming to market. Indeed one of the trends,

apartments and three bedroom flats and houses which

certainly in SW London, has been the shortage of what

have always performed well in the London market.

one might call `private homes’ coming to market. Even the

The biggest growing phenomenon is the “let to buy”

historically solid reasons of death, divorce and marriage are

market. Essentially this is where homeowners who,

no longer guarantees of new instructions.

instead of selling, have decided to raise money out

During 2013 almost 33% of all new valuations carried

of their existing home to buy another property. This

out by aspire never came to market [with any agent or

enables them to then let the property out and still

privately]. Furthermore, of all the valuations carried out in

benefit from the continued appreciation in the London

the first quarter of this year nearly 25% are not planning to

market. This has been particularly prominent in people

sell this year. Although the number of instructions carried

relocating outside of London but not wanting to lose

out so far this year equate fairly evenly with the same

their foothold. This segment of the market has added to

quarter in 2013, it often feels like there is little available

the growth in supply in the lettings market along with

choice because most of the better properties are snapped

an increased buy-to-let market with the introduction

up within a few days of becoming available. There are many

of more buy-to-let mortgage products for would

reasons for this of course, not least `let to buy’ [see below],

be investors. We hope you enjoy this edition of our

but ultimately, unless the number of properties coming

magazine as we take great pride in supporting local

to market start to increase or demand drops significantly,

businesses with whom we work, by creating interesting

there is no reason to believe that the current strength of

and often informative articles that are exclusive to

the market will not continue for some time to come. We

aspire. If you would like to feature in our next edition,

don’t believe that the previous rate of increase will continue,

please do get in touch as we are always on the look out

indeed we have already seen it slowing, and we are now

for interesting features.

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Offices Fulham South Office 122 Wandsworth Bridge Road, London, SW6 2TF

Fulham Central Office 226 Munster Road, London, SW6 6AZ

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020 8673 6111 balham@aspire.co.uk

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Contents

06 - 07

Community news

08 - 09

Fun and games

10 - 13

Selling your home

14 - 15

Fighting fi t

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A cut above

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Profile

20 - 21

Korla

22 - 23

That’s the spirit

24 - 25

Once upon a cuppa

26 - 29

Goater Jones

30 - 65

Property

66 - 67

Ask the Expert

News and events from your area

Discover the wonders of Ray’s Playhouse

The pros and cons of high street agents

Celebrity trainer Kathryn Freeland shares her insights on healthy living and getting fi t

Inside Headmasters, one of Balham’s best salons

Director of aspire’s Battersea offi ce Mark Howell on his love of football and people

Riotous colours and pretty patterns to enliven interiors

Cocktail recipes from Gilpin’s Gin

Stopping by Balham Cafe Bertie and Boo for scrumptious cakes and story time

Shining a light on spectaular interiors

aspire’s guide to the fi nest homes in south west london

Advice on renting in Balham from lettings director Mili Mendez

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Community News

aspire in the

Community Bilingual Fundraising Pub Quiz aspire takes part in first ever Bilingual Fundraising Pub Quiz

and it is now hoped that it will become an annual event. Resources at the top of the of the Bilingual Teaching Team’s ‘Wish List’ were much needed books and audio equipment, but funds will also be used for sports equipment and school trips. A silent auction and raffle were also held at the event and included prizes ranging from a holiday in Barbados, half term in Norfolk and a term of ballet lessons to dinner at Gauthier Soho and tickets to an international cricket match at Lords.

One of the organisers comments; “As well as getting together and hopefully all having a fun evening, we raised an amazing figure of over £5,000 (probably nearer £6,000 but we are still counting what is coming in!), with which we will buy both French and English books and audio books and equipment for each year group equally across the Bilingual section.”

A teacher adds; “We were completely overwhelmed by the incredible support parents, friends and local enterprises showed at the quiz. It was such fun and all the staff feel very lucky to have such a supportive community – thank you!”

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team of enthusiastic staff from aspire recently took part in and acted as main sponsor to a Bilingual Fundraising Pub Quiz at the Duke on the Green Pub in Parsons Green, in aid of ‘Friends of Bilingual’ – an organisation set up by parents to help with resources for children educated in the Bilingual section of the Holy Cross and Ecole Marie D’Orliac schools in the area.

The first of its kind, the evening was deemed a great success

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Monopoly in the Capital! aspire to take part in real life game of Monopoly in the Capital

Lady Margaret Music School aspire pledges support to Lady Margaret Music School in Parsons Green

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s part of an ongoing programme of support for local Lady Margaret School – a dynamic music school running on Saturdays in Parsons Green – Fulham’s aspire office will be contributing to a Music’all Open Day to be held on Saturday 17th May. Taking place at the school between 9.30am and 3pm, the day is an opportunity for those interested in enrolling their child to visit and see first-hand how classes are run and register interest for 2014/2015. Music’all provides a holistic approach to the teaching of music with the aim of giving all children a variety of musical experiences, be it performing themselves, attending concerts or developing general musical knowledge. It employs 28 music teachers and offers individual tuition on 14 different instruments for all pupils from age 6 as well as musical classes for younger pupils age 4-6.

Principal, Natalie Lindsay asserts, “We believe that children thriving in music requires not only mastering an instrument, but also the experience of making music communally through choirs, ensembles and orchestras. At Music’all we wish to be able to provide a musical experience to as many children in the borough as we can, and in particular attract students from more disadvantaged backgrounds who would not otherwise be able to access or afford music tuition.” aspire is also hoping to offer a bursary to a child interested in taking part and who requires financial assistance and this will help towards instrument rental and ensemble participation as well as lessons. Tom Ward observes, “Music has a big part to play in children’s education and can give them a great sense of achievement as well as an understanding of teamwork and discipline. We are always keen to support local organisations and we believe Lady Margaret School is a very worthy cause and will benefit local children enormously.”

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mployees from the various aspire offices will be one of 7 teams participating in ‘The London Monopoly Challenge’ - a real life Monopoly game - to raise much needed funds for the Environmental Justice Foundation (EJF). The teams, each comprised of 11 participants, will be acting as pieces by navigating a pedibus along a real life Monopoly Board spanning a 25 mile route, which includes the historical Old Kent Road and the glamorous streets of Mayfair. This fantastic initiative will unite firms from the London property sector, all in aid of EJF’s ‘No Place Like Home’ Campaign. EJF is a UK-based non-profit organisation working internationally to tackle grassroots issues that are ‘off the radar’, working in remote and difficult locations and in post-conflict areas where environmental issues and associated human rights problems are neglected. The London Monopoly Challenge is not only a celebration of the capital city, but is designed also to gain support of EJF’s call for legal recognition and protection for communities and individuals worldwide who have lost their homes as a result of extreme weather events. All teams will follow the same route, but they will only be able to stop at squares denoted by a roll of the dice. Using Monopoly money, unowned squares will be available for purchase but any square already owned by an opposing team will result in the payment of rent! At the end of the game the team with the most accrued property and wealth will be declared the winner and receive the London Monopoly Challenge Trophy. aspire’s Mark Howell comments, “We are delighted to be taking part in such an interesting event and one which we hope will generate funds and raise awareness of the EJF’s mission of protecting and supporting climate refugees. With the floods we experienced earlier in the year, I think we all have a much greater understanding on how extreme weather can affect lives.”

For further information visit: www.ejfoundation.org/monopoly or for donations visit: www.aspire.co.uk 

For further information visit: www.musicall.org.uk

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Kids

Fun and games Ray’s Playhouse is a not for profit Children’s Centre based in the heart of Sand’s End, Fulham

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made possible through an extensive fundraising programme. The indoor area includes a separate baby soft play area, as well as painting, arts and crafts, book corner with activities changing on a daily basis. Older brothers and sisters are very welcome during the school holidays with additional activities provided. Our fantastic outdoor play area has specially been designed with the under fives in mind and includes sand play, climbing, rolling and rocking structures.

The Playhouse has qualified Early Year’s Professionals on hand to offer parents and carers

he Playhouse is open from Monday to Friday

support and advice, and there are regular visits

from 9:30am - 12pm as well as some afternoons

from Speech and Language professionals, and

and welcomes parents and carers with their

a weekly drop-in health visitor clinic. Our Health

under five’s for a nominal fee to enjoy the

Visitor clinics are there to provide advice and

fantastic indoor and outdoor facilities, including

support as well as developmental checks.

a newly opened £60,000 outside play area

Ray’s Playhouse is also the perfect venue to

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We are grateful to aspire for their ongoing support with fundraising for the Playhouse to keep this service open to all families

host your children’s birthday party with a secure indoor and outdoor play area, kitchen, and plenty of space for the perfect party whatever the weather! We look forward to welcoming parents and carers to Ray’s Playhouse.

Please visit: www.raysplayhouse.org for the latest information.

Ray’s Playhouse, 247 Stephendale Road, London SW6 2PR info@raysplayhouse.org www.raysplayhouse.org 020 7371 9002

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Lifestyle

V Selling

your home Use a traditional high street agent - the pros outweigh the cons

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a people business and it is ALL the work between valuing and completion – and the aggravation involved during this process – where an estate agent is invaluable and which, in my view, the internet can never hope to replace. And whilst competition is necessary, the business of buying and selling a home is much more than simply putting a price on bricks and mortar – it is a highly personal and emotional experience. The internet is certainly a useful buying and selling tool and has usurped the high street in many

nother day and another claim that high

sectors, and although there are ‘savings’ to

street estate agents will shortly no longer

be made when using an online agent in the

exist, in favour of the internet. However,

house-selling process, not everyone is happy

not everyone is so sure that the future for

to have the biggest financial transaction

house sales is online. Tom Ward, director

of their lives conducted online. Generally

of our Fulham office, gives us his views

speaking, online agents don’t host viewings, a

on why it still makes far more sense to use the expertise

responsibility many vendors don’t want and

of a traditional estate agent. Estate agency is essentially

are unable to manage around their working

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S selling a home is much more than simply putting a price on bricks and mortar

with any problems that crop up with solicitors or mortgage applications.

There are many reasons reasons why employing a high street agent can be worthwhile but for four stand out: getting an accurate valuation, knowing potential buyers, negotiating a price and chasing an agreed sale through to completion.

hours. People like being able to walk into a shop and speak to an agent face let them get on with it. While online

Getting an accurate valuation

services charge a lower fee, a good

A local high street agent will know

high street agent adds significant value

the correct price for a certain street,

by offering professional advice based

and what properties are selling

on experience and local knowledge

well at a given time. An online agent

- from getting the best price for the

working remotely won’t have the

vendor during the negotiation process

same breadth of knowledge of the

to pushing the sale through by dealing

local market, such as recent sales

to face, hand over a set of keys and

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Lifestyle

many more sales would not reach the finishing line were it not for the local knowledge and skillset that a high street agent provides

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Negotiating a price

The experience, knowledge and network of contacts that is provided by a high street estate agent can not only secure a premium for your property but also find a buyer in the shortest possible time. We recently saw a property listed with an online agency at an asking price of £699,950, realising the vendor was underselling their property we approached them and, once formally instructed, managed to achieve £795,000, thus securing £100,000 over the original listing price.

and future developments, and if they value

As you can imagine the vendor very

your property inaccurately, you could sell

much appreciated the added value of

too cheaply, or fail to find a buyer at all. A

our local knowledge. We also recently

very costly mistake!

sold a property that had been listed with an online agency but the vendor

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Knowing potential buyers

was finding it difficult to accommodate viewings and had not had an offer. We

The best way to secure the fastest sale

were able to provide both and agreed a

at the highest price is to expose the

price at the asking price within ten days

property to the maximum number of well

of the instruction.

qualified active buyers. A local high street intimately understands your buyers and

Chasing an agreed sale through to completion

knows precisely the right ones to bring

This is probably the biggest point of all.

round – the best ones often being those

It is not widely stated but many more

who would probably not have viewed the

sales would not reach the finishing line

property unprompted. Also, one of the

were it not for the local knowledge

most overlooked truths of estate agency

and skillset that a high street agent

is that people tend not to buy the property

provides as part of their service.

about which they enquired, but usually

Where high street agents really earn

another one the agent offered them

their fee is at this stage of the process

following their enquiry, that was better

and managing emotion, expectation,

suited to their needs.

solicitors, surveyors, IFA etc. Plus

agent has access to such a resource and

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customers have peace of mind knowing that a well-established expert is working for them

you can meet your estate agent in

may well be longer and present

person throughout the process to

more difficulties along the way.

discuss any issues or problems.

Traditional estate agents have been

At the end of the day, when picking

a vendor’s first port of call for a

an agent that is right for you most

long time and whilst they do charge

people want only two things –

more for their service, customers

as little hassle as possible and

have peace of mind knowing that a

maximising the best price. Using

well-established expert is working

an online agent will often lead to

for them. Like many things in life you

a lower price but also the process

generally get what you pay for.

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Health

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Top celebrity trainer, Kathryn Freeland, discusses how diet and exercise has led to a happy and healthy life

obtained in the safest way. Testimonials are in healthy supply and reflect the change Kathryn’s training programmes have brought to people’s lives. Sophie Goodwin of Tatler magazine comments, “Kathryn makes exercise exciting. I had lost my get up and go until she took me to the park – we used benches, trees and steps for challenging outdoor circuit exercises.” Matthew Wright, TV Presenter adds, “I used to hate the gym and exercise in general – the fact that I’ve been training with Kathryn for over 7 years is a tribute to her. She makes exercise fun, varied and above all effective.” Kathryn is also a partner in Green Farm Fitness - a luxury lifestyle wellness retreat offering weekends of exercise, well-being, relaxation and great food.

It is set on a private farm estate in the idyllic Kent countryside, surrounded by 12,500 acres of ancient forest

eing healthy is the key to being happy and a fit body

and farmland with an abundance of local wildlife. “Green

nourishes a healthy mind. We know only too well

Farm allows customers to find their balance with our ‘no

that poor eating habits and lack

extremes’ outdoor exercise, diet

of physical activity are the two

and life habits.” It offers fitness

main reasons for numerous health complications. Kathryn Freeland,

Managing Director of ‘Absolute Fitness’ and partner of ‘Green Farm Fitness’ gives her account of how she came to realise that fitness is not a plan to adopt for a few days, but a total lifestyle.

our fitness and nutrition plans are balanced, long term and they work

As a result of Kathryn’s own desire to find a

experiences that involve natural elements as well as stunning woods and meadows to run and cycle through. Green Farm itself is a lovingly restored 15th century house, with original features and beams, but with all the mod cons

healthy and active lifestyle, ‘Absolute Fitness’ was launched to offer

and a real eco focus. The renovation was so beautiful it even

a route to good health which does not involve the gym and helps

caught the eye of BBC’s Homes Under The Hammer! For an

put paid to any weight battles. Started almost 20 years ago, it has

inspiring wellness weekend in the beautiful Kent countryside

now become the leading company for personal trainers in London.

visit: www.greenfarmfitness.co.uk

Kathryn herself has been credited with The Times ‘A-List trainer’, Evening Standard ‘Top Trainer List’ and London Magazine ‘Ultimate Personal Trainer’. She makes regular appearances on prime time

Get in shape for the summer with Kathryn Freeland’s ‘Beach Body Blitz’

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television and radio, was Boots fitness expert, writes features for national newspapers as well as advising global brands including

As summer fast approaches and thoughts turn to holidays

Nike and Adidas. It was whilst living in Kenya that Kathryn took the

and the beach, Kathryn reveals her four week ‘beach body

ACE (American Council on Exercise) courses and, on her return to

blitz’ and top tips designed to get you toned and healthy for

the UK two years later, she secured more qualifications in personal

the summer. These exercises are for men and women of

training and sports therapy. Her career as a personal trainer, coupled

any age and can be done anywhere from Clapham Common

with a healthier and happier outlook, had truly begun.“We avoid fads

to Battersea Park – with a friend, a relative, a colleague

and quick fixes. My approach is about long term outdoor exercise

or lover! They can be done in isolation or combined with a

and healthy eating that fits into the individual’s life whatever their age

run, power walk, step ups or skipping; the great advantage

or fitness level or time restrictions. Our fitness and nutrition plans

of doing these exercises outdoors is that your core works

may not sell fast promises but they are balanced, long term and

harder, as does your brain, you strengthen your ankle joints

they work.” Absolute Fitness has a team of personal trainers with

and your fitness increases more rapidly as you work against

different areas of expertise from boxing and marathon training, to

the elements. Start with a 5 minute warm up, a light jog or

sports therapy and pilates based exercise. Each session is tailored

power walk, and mimic the movements you will be making in

to individual goals and needs, to make sure that the best results are

the following exercises before doing them properly:

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Aim for the following regime: Easier version

Week 1 – 2 sets at 30 seconds

Harder version

Week 2 – 3 sets at 30 seconds Week 3 – 3 sets at 45 seconds Week 4 – 3 sets at 1 minute

1. The Plank - This will work all your abdominal muscles and help

The less rest you have in between sets,

strengthen your lower back.

the harder it is! Also, think about mixing it up with a run or power walk and varying 2. Lunge - This exercise

the order. Remember to stretch all

helps to strengthen your

muscles used after your workout.

torso, assisting balance and poise, and works

Diet Tips:

all the way around your

• Try to avoid all processed and

legs - the front, the back

man-made food, don’t eat ingredients

and the inner thigh.

you’ve never heard of.

• Eat a balance of low glycaemic carbohydrates, good fats and

Easier version

Harder version

proteins at every meal.

• Diets truly DON’T work, they are short term fads, quick fixes that damage in the long term.

• Keep a diet diary and get to know yourself.

3. Press Up - This is very good for the muscles in your chest, the back of the Motivational Tips:

arm (the tricep) and your shoulders.

• If you eat cake or miss a session, don’t give up, just get back on it.

• Don’t worry about what type of exercise your friends or magazines are doing, just do something.

• Which resolutions haven’t worked?

4. Waist Crunch - This will work your waist and abdominal muscles.

Think why, learn, refine and move on.

• Being happy isn’t being perfect, it’s

5. Jump Squat -

being happy with the imperfections.

This will tone your buttocks

The 4 week ‘Beach Body Blitz’ package

and the quad

costing £750 is tried and tested on us and

muscles on

we have had amazing results. It includes

the front of

lifestyle and health consultation, 3 x 1 hour

your thighs.

bespoke personal training sessions per week and personalised diet plan and support plus a 1 hour myofascial massage to reward your efforts. Just give us your holiday date and

6. Row - This will

we will get you ready for summer…..

tone your upper back muscles, and is

For more information please email

excellent for improving

info@absolutefitness.co.uk or visit

your posture.

www.absolutefitness.co.uk

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Beauty

above A Cut

Lorna Evans, Property Manager at Aspire Property Management, 

takes a turn at being pampered at one of Balham’s best salons.

Headmasters Salon in Balham raise the bar in haircare and styling

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he Headmasters Salon in Balham is offering a

needed advice regarding products, styling and treatments

special VIP membership for those who are prepared

for my neglected hair gave me a full consultation. My stylist

to book an appointment from Monday to Friday

and I decided to opt for a trim and blow dry and as per her

between 9am and 4pm. In return, customers can

recommendation. I also decided to indulge in a protein-

look forward to a 25% discount - joining is quick, free and

based treatment to strengthen my hair (at a more than

easy. Lorna Evans, Property Manager for aspire’s Balham

reasonably priced £15 extra). I left the salon feeling fully

office recently visited the Bedford Hill salon and gives an

pampered and satisfied with my hair cut and style. It was

account of her experience. “When I entered the salon it felt like an oasis compared to the rainy, dreary bustle of Balham’s High Street. After a long day in the office, I was warmly welcomed into the stylish yet non-pretentious surroundings of the salon and shown to my seat. Like many

refreshing to feel as though the stylist had

I left the salon feeling fully pampered and satisfied with my hair cut and style

people, I can often feel somewhat

really listened to what I wanted and made me feel comfortable throughout. Although a very relaxing experience, the salon manages to retain an essence of the Balham charm and has a certain buzz and life inside it.

Headmasters offer discounted rates during office hours which is great for those that work in the area, or for those who want to bring the family in after the school run. I

intimidated by a trip to the hairdressers, and feel rushed into

would recommend this salon to everyone, as there are a

a decision and leave feeling disappointed with the results.

range of stylists to suit all budgets and ages. I certainly

Consequently, I haven’t had my hair cut for almost two years!

won’t go two years without getting my hair cut again!” Kim

In Headmasters, my appointed stylist who gave me much

Card, Salon Manager, comments; “Balham is a vibrant and lively area of London with a lovely community spirit. It’s popular with both families and young professionals and has a great mix of local businesses, from independent markets and cafes to well-known brands.

The town has a lovely atmosphere as you walk around – it’s ideal to get away from the hustle and bustle of central London crowds but still has a buzzing, upbeat feel.”

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Mark Howell talks about his love of sport, people and property

irector of aspire’s Battersea office, Mark Howell’s first love was for sport. Although a good student, his real passion was on the pitch which almost led him down a path towards professional football, following in the footsteps of his father. His childhood centred round his passion for sport, his favourite obviously being football, and he played regularly both in and out of school – “I even carried a football round school with me and clutched it in class, much to the annoyance of my teachers!”

For a while, during those formative years, Mark played for Reading Town youth team but once he embarked on serious studying, his football playing began to take a back seat. After graduating with a degree in Economics and Marketing, with the working world beckoning, he spent a short time at an investment bank but soon knew the world of banking was not for him. However, he comments; “It gave me the space and time to realise that I wanted to pursue a career which played to my strengths - of dealing with people and negotiating sales.” In fact, his aptitude for sales started whilst at college, when doing a holiday job working in a men’s clothes shop. His skills were soon recognised having broken their previous daily sales record, which he achieved in the space of two hours! His passion for selling and the drive to succeed were further evident when working part time for his local supermarket where he introduced a reduced items sale at the end of each day.

This was deemed such a success that his manager implemented it and it was subsequently rolled out to all their other local stores.

Armed with a desire to do well and a genuine liking for dealing with clients, Mark started his estate agency career as a junior lettings negotiator for a medium sized independent and, within six months, was managing the office. Winning top negotiator for 6 months in succession, at the age of 21, “was a terrific boost and confirmation I knew I had found my niche” plus a real interest in property had been awakened. “I love dealing with people and was surprised at how much I enjoyed property – it is an ideal mix providing a diversity that I don’t think I would get in other jobs. You see a different property each time and come across interesting people – making the job all the more rewarding.” Mark then

moved to a smaller independent where he was tasked with setting up a brand new office and headed up the lettings side of the business too, before gaining crucial experience in a large corporate agency as head of Riverside, covering a significant area between the Wandsworth and Tower Bridge. Furnished with good skills and experience, the attraction of doing his own thing beckoned Mark to invest in and become a director at aspire. “I was ready to make my own mark and play an active role in growing a business.”

Since joining the company 16 months ago, turnover at his Battersea office has grown significantly leading to a large increase in market share in the area. Mark enjoys a more strategic business role and being part of a number of initiatives - from a new company magazine to a referral scheme helping to grow the business across all its offices and build brand reputation in its SW London patch. “Growing the business has been enormously satisfying - our Battersea office has just received the aspire quarterly award for the first time. Our office is now an integral part of the community – I regularly bump into people I know when I am out and about in Battersea.” It is an area that he has grown very fond of; “It has a real ‘villagey’ atmosphere and although it is close to central London, Battersea is very green and pleasant with its own neighbourly community.”

Whilst hard work and long hours are part and parcel of his days, Mark enjoys spending spare time with his family and taking his two year old daughter to Dad’s ‘messy play’ sessions at the weekend, or on trips to the local park or nearby farm. He has taken up another interest - playing bass or acoustic guitar in a band and at the occasional live gig.

Mark’s passion is to grow the aspire business and would “love to see new offices open and for the company to expand further into London.” In the meantime he is grateful that his family and friends are happy and healthy – for him that remains the most important thing. mark.howell@aspire.co.uk

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Interiors

Korla Creating original and evocative prints for interiors with personality

K

orla is a London based interiors fabric company

£39.05, and cushions from £42.75.

selling an original collection of contemporary

It’s often difficult to make decisions about curtains and

geometric designs, all hand printed on natural

other fabrics in the home and as most people intend to live

cotton canvases and herringbone linens.

with their choices for quite some time its incredibly important

The collection of 60 prints is designed as a

to make choices that work with all the elements of a room

kaleidoscope of pattern and colour, crafted with

as well as the house as a whole. Keeping this in mind Korla

the specific intention of being mixed and matched across the

supply free swatches, sent out via their online shop to aid

range. Started in 2011 by dynamic pair Jane Bonsor and Ted

in the decision making process. Korla’s curtains and blinds

Utoft, Korla combines Jane’s design vision and experience with Ted’s marketing acumen and expertise to produce a new aesthetic of high design at an approachable price. Part of the duo’s inspiration comes from the melding of their

are beautifully hand made in England to

The collection of 60 prints is designed as a kaleidoscope of pattern and colour

western roots and their eastern

specific measurements. By matching and co-ordinating curtains with a printed lampshade or cushions, it’s easy to achieve that pulled together ‘interior-designed’ look without looking contrived or slapdash.

Ordering curtains and blinds online is quick and easy. With detailed measuring

surroundings, which often means bold colours, iconic motifs

instructions available customers can simply enter

and strong patterns that are at once individually striking and

measurements at their online shop, choose a fabric, and the

perfect for teaming with other fabrics. Korla’s extensive and

curtains or blind will be on the doorstep in four weeks.

user-friendly website allows customers to buy cushions, lampshades, curtains and blinds as well as fabric by the metre.

Please contact info@korlahome.com for all enquiries

High quality and innovative design are both high on Korla’s list

or visit their website korlahome.com to view all of

of priorities, as well as value, with fabric prices starting from

their designs and place your order.

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Drink

Ramsay’s ‘London House’, Battersea’s newest and smartest restaurant. London House’s Bar Manager, Paul Graham, has created a potent flight of Martini variations titled the ‘Three Martini Lunch’ a nod to the great days of Manhattan advertising ‘Mad Men’.

The Three Martini Lunch consists of a Martinez (the forerunner of the Martini – from the early 20th Century), a classic ‘Wet’ Martini (with Gilpin’s Gin and olives) and a modern Dry Martini. This is quite a way to kick off an evening (or lunch!).

The Lost Angel & Gaslight, at the other end of Battersea, has brought in ‘Gin Soaked Thursdays’ to promote the incredible variety of ways to create a Spanish style Gin & Tonic, in a large balloon glass, lots of ice, Fever-Tree tonic water and a herbal garnish (sage in the case of the Gilpin’s G&T). If you ever thought Gin & Tonic could be a boring drink, think again… so what makes a great gin? Matthew Gilpin explains “It’s all about balance”. Since juniper-infused spirits first became popular in Holland in the 16th Century, gin has always been a product of early globalisation – drawing on rare herbs and spices from around the world and infusing them in pure

That’s the

Spirit Gilpin’s Gin proves itself to be the perfect summer tipple

S

grain spirit before final distillation and bottling.

“I wanted to create a classic London Dry Gin, a gin for cocktail lovers, with noticeable juniper to the fore and three citrus peels (lime, lemon and, importantly, bitter orange). These are balanced by herbal notes from sage and borage (both of which are botanicals unique to Gilpin’s) and finally coriander and angelica root. We use quadruple distilled English grain spirit and water from a spring in the Lake District, naturally filtered through limestone and willow peat.”

Gilpin’s Gin, headquartered on Battersea Park Road and distilled in Clapham, has come to prominence

ince Matthew Gilpin started creating Gilpin’s Gin

amongst the new breed of gin aficionados during

back in 2009 the renaissance in the gin world

the two years since their launch party, with guest of

has exploded into an entire subculture with new

honour and gin fan, Boris Johnson, back in early 2012.

themed venues, its own dress code, language

Winning a gold medal in the well-respected

and iconography. Bartenders across London are

International Wine and Spirit Competition in 2012

falling over themselves to create exotic, molecular

was a great early success but they have now added

cocktail recipes for young hipsters while even the most exclusive

‘World’s Best Gin’ presented at the prestigious World

bars are rediscovering and reinventing classic cocktails from the

Drinks Awards, at a ceremony held at the Waldorf

19th Century onwards. A great example of the latter is Gordon

Hilton in March of this year.

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This summer enjoy a variety of delicious cocktails…

GIN & TONIC

BERRY SMASH

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35ml Gilpin’s Gin

•

35ml Gilpin’s Gin

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100ml Fever-Tree Tonic

•

25ml Chambord

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Cubed Ice

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Lemon Wedge

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15ml Fresh Lime Juice

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Sage Leaf

•

5ml Syrop de Gomme

Raspberry Liqueur

or simple sugar syrup Build in large “Balloon” glass

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Lemonade

Where Next?

over ice. Add lemon wedge

•

Mint Leaves

“Apart from the top bars

and garnish with smashed

•

Fresh Raspberries

in London, we are seeing a

sage leaf. Serve.

lot of demand for Gilpin’s Gin from Europe, especially

Shake ingredients well NEGRONI

Spain, Germany, Portugal

with ice. Strain into a Collins glass with crushed ice and

and Italy. Spain is by far

•

25ml Gilpin’s Gin

top with lemonade.

the biggest consumer of

•

25ml Campari

Garnish with mint leaf and

premium gins in Europe,

•

15ml Antica Formula or

fresh raspberries. Serve.

possibly the world, whereas countries such as Germany

other Red Vermouth •

Orange Wedge

PEAR & SAGE COLLINS

are just seeing the beginning of their own gin craze.”

Build in tumbler glass with ice

•

50ml Gilpin’s Gin

and garnish with a wedge of

•

5ml Xanté Pear Liqueur

orange. Serve.

•

5ml Green Chartreuse

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25ml Lemon Juice

•

15ml Syrop de Gomme

ENGLISH SUMMER FIZZ

(infuse with Sage NEGRONI

•

35ml Gilpin’s Gin

leaves if you feel

•

15ml St. Germain

adventurous!)

Elderflower Liqueur

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¼ fresh Pear

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15ml Fresh Lemon Juice

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4 Sage Leaves

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25ml Cloudy Apple Juice

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Soda water

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Soda Water

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Mint Leaves

Muddle the pear and sage leaves with the syrop. Shake

Stir ingredients or shake well

with other ingredients and

with ice. Strain into a Collins

double strain over the cubed

glass with crushed ice and

ice into the Collins glass. Top

top with soda. Garnish with

with soda. Garnish with pear

mint leaf. Serve.

slice and sage leaf. Serve.

London House, 7-9 Battersea Square, London SW11 3RA The Lost Angel & The Gaslight Grill, 339 Battersea Park Rd, London SW11 4LS www.gilpinsgin.com, www.facebook.com/gilpinsgin, twitter@GilpinsGin

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Food

Once upon a

Cuppa aspire connects with ‘Bertie and boo’ to offer free coffee and story time

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to a free coffee and a story time session for young children. Mili Mendez, Lettings Director of the Balham office comments, “We will be encouraging visitors to pop in to the local Bertie and Boo coffee shop and pick up a loyalty card entitling them to a free coffee, or pay a visit to the Bertie and Boo Adventure Island in Balham – one of the most wondrous adventure play centres in London, where children can enjoy a story for free too.”

The original Bertie and Boo coffee shop, which opened in 2006, is situated in the heart of Balham and prides itself on bright and quirky décor with

he latest aspire initiative in supporting local

old school desks and vintage blue leather sofas as

businesses comes from the Balham office and is

well as an outside terrace bedecked in candy striped

being run in conjunction with Bertie and Boo – an

chairs. Customers are served an array of savoury

independently owned coffee shop and adventure

and sweet delicious homemade treats and children

play centre based in the locale. The scheme

are encouraged to join in and have fun on the coffee

provides a loyalty card which treats customers

shop’s vintage car. Adventure Island runs regular

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customers are served an array of savoury and sweet delicious homemade treats story time sessions where young children are taken on an imaginative magical adventure, in which stories are brought to life with the use of hilarious puppets, interactive songs and fun music. Bertie and Boo are real magicians and learnt the skills of the trade many years ago from their grandfather. Clifford Harvey, director of our Balham office, states, “We are delighted to be affiliated with Bertie and Boo’s coffee shop and Adventure Island not only because they are based locally but also because they offer something for everyone. As we work within the community we are very keen to support local enterprises - we believe it is a vital part of our own role as a local business.”

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Interiors

Goater

Jones Leading with light

Here at Goater Jones Architects, we believe light is the single most important factor when designing beautiful spaces. If you are considering remodelling your home, ensure light is at the forefront of your proposals, too.

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Interiors

N

atural Light has the ability to transform environments in ways no internal design or decor ever can. And when the sun goes down, the intelligent use of artificial lighting provides further opportunity to enhance your home. Goater Jones’

philosophy is that designing with natural light will always stand the test of time. So when an opportunity arises to alter the fabric of your home, make sure you harness the opportunity to introduce natural light as a key objective of your design. Even the simplest of glazing designs when well executed, can transform an otherwise ordinary space into that of a sleek and futuristic environment, for little extra cost. At Goater Jones Architects, we combine intelligent spatial planning with high quality glazing, doors and rooflight specifications to capture the maximum potential of every project. When considering natural light, location is everything, always consider the sun’s path. Westerly feature openings favour living spaces and make for great entertaining on summer evenings.

Consider roof lights above staircases and hallways (as these are traditionally dark spaces), rooflights can bring in three times more light than a window, this is especially valuable in making the most of a feature element such as a staircase or kitchen. Once you have introduced light into your home, privacy may still be achieved with window treatments or obscure glazing. Slim profile frames and large expanses of glass really make all the difference, we are big fans of aluminium framed glazing systems and frameless solutions. We always use reputable suppliers such as Fineline Aluminium and Glazing Vision. Almost anything is possible with modern glazing systems and new technologies, but we believe proportion is still the golden rule to a successful design. At Goater Jones Architects, we pride ourselves on creating beautiful homes tailored to our client’s lifestyle and aspirations. Our talented team offers professional architectural services from our office in Richmond, with a real focus on client care.

Close to our hearts is the refurbishment and extension of period properties throughout South West London.

We take great pride in transforming homes into unique

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and beautiful spaces that shine. If you are considering remodelling your home, please feel free to contact us.

This spring, Goater Jones are offering readers of aspire magazine, 45 minutes complimentary professional

GoaterJones LLP, 1 Castle Yard

architectural consultation subject to terms and conditions.

Richmond, TW0 6TF

In return, all applicants are asked to make a £45 donation to

0208 332 3923,

Goater Jones partner charity Shelter. Please email

info@goaterjones.com

info@goaterjones.com for further information.

www.goaterjones.com

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Wandsworth Bridge Road SW6 Created by prestigious architects, Goater Jones, this fabulous two double bedroom top floor property has been designed to optimise the use of natural light throughout.

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Wandsworth Bridge Road SW6

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Stephendale Road SW6 A beautiful, newly refurbished four bedroom, three bathroom (two en-suite) house offering vast contemporary living and set within the desirable Sands End area of South Fulham.

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Narborough Street SW6 Located on this sought after street

FOR SALE

adjacent to South Park, is this beautiful

£1,745,000

five bedroom, two bathroom family home

020 7736 6110

arranged over three floors.

fulham@aspire.co.uk

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Musard Road W6 Recently refurbished throughout, this stunning,

FOR SALE

bright and airy two bedroom ground floor flat

£725,000

offers contemporary living space and exquisite

020 7381 7381

finishes, including under floor heating.

c.fulham@aspire.co.uk

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Inglethorpe Street SW6 Located within the prestigious ‘Alphabet Streets’ in West Fulham is this fantastic, top floor three bedroom property with access to both a shared grass garden and a private roof terrace.

UNDER OFFER £925,000 020 7381 7381 c.fulham@aspire.co.uk

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Hamble Street SW6 A magnificent and completely re-designed four double bedroom family home presenting bespoke and calm interior design throughout.

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under offer £1,595,000 020 7736 6110 fulham@aspire.co.uk

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Dawes Road SW6 Fully extended and cosmetically presented to a very high standard, is this fantastic, bespoke two bedroom, ground floor property.

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TO LET £475 PER WEEK 020 7381 7381 c.fulham@aspire.co.uk

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Blueprint Apartments SW12 Superb one bedroom modern apartment with balcony in the heart of Balham. Communal gardens and underground parking.

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TO LET £325 per week 020 8673 6111 balham@aspire.co.uk

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Cathles Road SW12 A quite superlative four bedroom family

FOR SALE

home enviably located on a quiet residential

£1,250,000

street moments from Clapham South Tube

020 8673 6111

station and the common.

balham@aspire.co.uk

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Kenilford Road SW12 A highly contemporary double fronted property having been the subject of a beautiful refurbishment to an exacting standard.

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Corrance Road SW2

TO LET

An extremely well located four bedroom Victorian

£775 per week

terraced house presented in excellent condition

020 8675 1222

throughout. The property mixes the hi tech and

s.clapham@aspire.co.uk

contemporary with the traditional, and retains many

020 7840 3700

original features.

n.clapham@aspire.co.uk

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Kingswood Road SW2 This spacious four bedroom property offers excellent living accommodation over three floors. On the ground floor there is a double reception room with feature fireplaces and a large kitchen breakfast room with double doors leading on to the garden.

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FOR SALE OIEO £920,000 020 8675 1222 s.clapham@aspire.co.uk 020 7840 3700 n.clapham@aspire.co.uk

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Landor Road SW9 A fabulous, spacious Victorian conversion garden flat situated on Landor Road, just moments from Clapham High Street and Clapham North underground station.

FOR SALE £750,000 020 8675 1222 s.clapham@aspire.co.uk 020 7840 3700 n.clapham@aspire.co.uk

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Rush Common Mews SW2 A modern well-presented four bedroom house with off street parking set within a private mews The open plan living area is perfect for entertaining as the room opens onto the large garden.

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FOR SALE £775,000 020 8675 1222 s.clapham@aspire.co.uk 020 7840 3700 n.clapham@aspire.co.uk

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Primrose Mansions SW11 A spacious and well presented two bedroom mansion flat, situated in the sought after Primrose Mansions with beautiful views over the park.

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TO LET £495 per week 020 7801 3400 battersea@aspire.co.uk

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York Mansions SW11 A beautiful two bedroom, ground floor apartment set within the popular York Mansions on Prince of Wales Drive, over looking Battersea Park.

SOLD £1,000,000 020 7801 3400 battersea@aspire.co.uk

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Patience Road SW11 A stunning four bedroom Victorian house situated in the popular‘Little India’, ideally located in the heart of Battersea.

SOLD £1,150,000 020 7801 3400 battersea@aspire.co.uk

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TO LET £2100 pcm 020 8769 7900 furzedown@aspire.co.uk

Furzedown SW16 A superb three bedrooms large family home in the heart of Furzedown and within walking distance to Tooting Bec Common.

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Ask The

Expert Mili Mendez, Lettings Director of aspire in Balham, gives advice for buy to let investors, what landlords need to do to prepare a property for rental and why Balham is a good area to invest in.

What advice would you give to buy to let investors in Balham?

Choosing the right property is key to a profitable investment. Before you start looking, it is best to talk to a lettings professional as they are able to advise on rental demand in your chosen area. Prospective landlords often make the mistake of focusing on the price of the property or in getting a bargain, but in order to get the best rental yield and long term investment, do your research wisely and listen to the professionals. 

There are some key points prospective landlords looking for a good buy to let in London need to be aware of: Location, location, location! Tenants are looking for convenience and will pay more for a property that is 5 to 10 minutes away from local amenities such as supermarkets, shops and restaurants. The majority want to live and enjoy the vibrant, busy London life and not have to walk for miles for a meal out or to carry bags full of shopping.

stylish but not overbearing and, if it is a family, they will have plenty of their own belongings and need a blank canvas.

It is all about meeting demand and getting the best return on your investment.

What do landlords need to do to get their properties ready for rentals? To let your property successfully and safely there are a number of health and safety guidelines you have follow to both prevent tenants being injured and you being sued or prosecuted.

So, be sure you know all the legal requirements for rental properties. We would also always advise landlords to have the property professionally cleaned the day before the tenants move in, have an independent professional carry out an inventory check with the tenants and hand over the property in the same presentable state in which you would wish it to be returned. 

Why should landlords invest in Balham? Balham is becoming a very popular and trendy area for professionals to live in as prices in central London are too expensive and sometimes unaffordable for those just moving into the capital. Balham offers a variety of shops and supermarkets including Waitrose - as well as an array of existing local cafés, independent shops and restaurants with new ones opening their doors nearly every month. Balham is on the Northern Line for those heading to the West End or City and there is a railway station for those needing to get to Clapham Junction or travel outside London - making it the perfect place for commuters. 

Transport links: The closer to a tube station the quicker the property will let and the more money tenants are prepared to pay. The vast majority of tenants want to be near the Underground. It doesn’t matter how beautiful and perfect the property is, if the tube is not within easy walking distance, it will be a ‘no’ for many city commuters.

Size of bedrooms: Size of bedroom matters a lot and must be a good sized double - be able to fit a double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers and still have enough space to walk without bumping into the bed.

Also, one double bedroom is better than two single rooms.

Bathrooms: Showers are a big must for tenants, with the perfect combination being a good shower over the bath, but take care not to cut corners; make sure the shower has enough pressure and is good enough for people to stand under.

Stay focussed: Remember this is an investment and not a place where you are going to live, so keep personal touches to a minimum and keep your eye on your prospective tenant needs and wants. If they are students, it needs to be easy to clean and comfortable, but not luxurious. If they are young professionals it should be modern and

Balham was listed as the best area to live in London in “ The Sunday Times 101 best places to live in Britain” in March 2014, and so it is only a matter of time before more people will decide to move south of the river. Balham was also voted “Top 10 buy-to-let hot spots” by the Telegraph in 2014. The average rental yield for a three bedroom property is 4.1%, making it the highest amongst the SW postcodes. It certainly appears now is a very good time for landlords to start investing in Balham. mili@aspire.co.uk

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You added value at every opportunity in innovative and useful ways of which your concierge service is but one.

It will certainly be invaluable for us” SR March 2014

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