Understanding the routes available to first-time buyers can be confusing. To simplify the choices, we compared every first-time buyer scheme in the country, from Help to Buy and Shared Ownership to the Lifetime ISA and First Homes scheme.…
While most of our clients, customers and members of our community can shelter at home safely, some cannot. As an estate agency, we are in the business of finding homes for people, so the fact that there are people without homes really resonates with everyone at Douglas & Gordon. A few weeks ago, we caught up with Veterans Aid CEO Hugh Milroy to discuss the charity and how they offer support to ex-servicemen and women who are homeless, facing homelessness or in a crisis.…
The mortgage landscape has changed recently, and we want to keep you updated with the newest information around mortgage holidays, deposits and interest rates. We’ve partnered up with David Jackson, Director or Prestige Private Finances, to answer any questions you may have about mortgages.…
Diversity is about empowering people by respecting and appreciating what makes them different. Whether it be age, gender, ethnicity, religion, disability, sexual orientation, education or national origin, the vast diversity in London is one of the reasons I love working in this city.…
The world isn’t the same as it was 10 years ago. The increase in smartphone usage, the advancement in digital payments and a need for on-demand “everything” has created an entirely new standard of consumer behaviours and expectations. When a customer wants something, they want it yesterday! In my opinion, the estate agency industry hasn’t adapted sufficiently to the fast-paced world we live in, and this needs to change.” In our latest article James Evans discusses the exciting technology innovations that are happening at D&G.…
In a culture where kindness is championed, mental health will be spoken about earlier, discussed with empathy and the negative impacts of poor mental health will be significantly reduced.…
Charli XCX has put her uber cool London home on the market with Douglas & Gordon, and we’re so excited to give you a behind the scenes tour in our latest blog. The house is bursting with character and colour, and we are not surprised by the large amount of media interest it has produced. Which room is your favourite in this celeb pad? We’d love to know!…
With the impact of Covid-19 we were worried that, in only our second season, FC Battersea would have to fold with no financial income. But D&G never hesitated, and it is fair to say that when they confirmed their ongoing support, we were more than a little grateful. To have D&G 'step up' in difficult times says a lot about them - both as a business and as people. Hear what our young players have to say about their club.…
We are thrilled to share the news that the Spencer Club has reopened its doors to sports players, families and the local community. The Club Manager, Nurette Stanford, shares her excitement in our latest blog.…
It’s summer in the city, and with fewer people jetting off on holiday this year, lots of us are spending more time at home. Space (or lack thereof) is a precious commodity in London and with many of us now working from home on a more permanent basis we thought we’d share some top tips for transforming your garden, terrace, balcony or windowsills, into your very own urban oasis.…
Why is buying and selling property always so complicated? Whether you are a self-proclaimed property aficionado or completely new to the game, dealing in property can be fraught with pitfalls that can trip you up.…
The interview… potentially the beginning of your dream career! It can be a bit daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Ellie Collins, our internal Talent Consultant, has pulled together her top tips for nailing an interview and securing your dream job!…