A Conversation with Ella Coates: The Evolution of Estate Agency

After starting as a sales negotiator at Douglas & Gordon nearly four years ago, Ella is now redefining personal service standards by running her own business as a self-employed broker. Discover how a day in the life of a self-employed broker compares with that of an employee.…

How These D&G Brokers Are Balancing a Growing Career and Family Life

Navigating the world of parenthood can be a balancing act, especially when juggling work and home responsibilities. So how do D&G brokers strike the right chord between growing their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and how does the self-employed model compare to traditional estate agency? To learn more, we chatted with self-employed brokers Rob Stanley and Domonique Evans.…

Discover the Best of Clapham: Must-Do Activities in Clapham

Welcome to Clapham, an enchanting neighborhood nestled in the heart of South London. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, picturesque green spaces, and a thriving culinary scene, Clapham offers an array of exciting activities and hidden gems waiting to be explored. In this blog post, we'll take you on a journey through some of the best things to do in Clapham, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating area.…

Exploring Southfields: A Guide to the Best Things to Do in Southfields, London

Discover the hidden gem of Southfields, London, a charming neighborhood offering a perfect blend of urban charm and suburban tranquility. From picturesque streets to stunning green spaces, Southfields captivates visitors with its unique appeal. Whether you're a resident or a tourist exploring the city, this blog we will guide you through the best things to do in Southfields, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating corner of London.…

Skipton's 100% Mortgages: Empowering First-Time Buyers | Douglas & Gordon

Discover Skipton Building Society's 100% mortgages, offering an opportunity for first-time buyers to step onto the property ladder. Read about the eligibility criteria and a success story with our partners at Prestige Private Finance. At Douglas & Gordon, we strive to deliver exceptional service and explore all avenues to secure the best mortgage options for our clients.…

Singapore Doubles Foreigner Property Tax - Could it Benefit London's Property Market?

Singapore has recently announced that it will double the property tax on foreign buyers. The ABSD rate has been doubled from 30 to 60 per cent for any residential property purchase by foreigners, including foreign corporations that are not housing developers. A move that could have implications for the global property market. While the primary aim of this measure is to cool the city-state's housing market, it could potentially benefit other cities, such as London. In this blog post, we'll explore how Singapore's doubled foreigner property tax could benefit London's property market.…

The Biggest Celebrity Property Portfolios

Investing in property is one of the most popular business ventures celebrities undertake; it's considered a safer and smart investment.   We have looked at which celebrities have the highest valued property portfolio in the UK. They created a top 10 list of the most extensive celebrity portfolios by looking at how many properties they own and the total value of their portfolio, which was combined to formulate a top 10 ranking.…

A Conversation with Ella Coates: The Evolution of Estate Agency

After starting as a sales negotiator at Douglas & Gordon nearly four years ago, Ella is now redefining personal service standards by running her own business as a self-employed broker. Discover how a day in the life of a self-employed broker compares with that of an employee.…

How These D&G Brokers Are Balancing a Growing Career and Family Life

Navigating the world of parenthood can be a balancing act, especially when juggling work and home responsibilities. So how do D&G brokers strike the right chord between growing their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and how does the self-employed model compare to traditional estate agency? To learn more, we chatted with self-employed brokers Rob Stanley and Domonique Evans.…

Discover the Best of Clapham: Must-Do Activities in Clapham

Welcome to Clapham, an enchanting neighborhood nestled in the heart of South London. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, picturesque green spaces, and a thriving culinary scene, Clapham offers an array of exciting activities and hidden gems waiting to be explored. In this blog post, we'll take you on a journey through some of the best things to do in Clapham, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating area.…

Exploring Southfields: A Guide to the Best Things to Do in Southfields, London

Discover the hidden gem of Southfields, London, a charming neighborhood offering a perfect blend of urban charm and suburban tranquility. From picturesque streets to stunning green spaces, Southfields captivates visitors with its unique appeal. Whether you're a resident or a tourist exploring the city, this blog we will guide you through the best things to do in Southfields, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating corner of London.…

Skipton's 100% Mortgages: Empowering First-Time Buyers | Douglas & Gordon

Discover Skipton Building Society's 100% mortgages, offering an opportunity for first-time buyers to step onto the property ladder. Read about the eligibility criteria and a success story with our partners at Prestige Private Finance. At Douglas & Gordon, we strive to deliver exceptional service and explore all avenues to secure the best mortgage options for our clients.…

Singapore Doubles Foreigner Property Tax - Could it Benefit London's Property Market?

Singapore has recently announced that it will double the property tax on foreign buyers. The ABSD rate has been doubled from 30 to 60 per cent for any residential property purchase by foreigners, including foreign corporations that are not housing developers. A move that could have implications for the global property market. While the primary aim of this measure is to cool the city-state's housing market, it could potentially benefit other cities, such as London. In this blog post, we'll explore how Singapore's doubled foreigner property tax could benefit London's property market.…

The Biggest Celebrity Property Portfolios

Investing in property is one of the most popular business ventures celebrities undertake; it's considered a safer and smart investment.   We have looked at which celebrities have the highest valued property portfolio in the UK. They created a top 10 list of the most extensive celebrity portfolios by looking at how many properties they own and the total value of their portfolio, which was combined to formulate a top 10 ranking.…

A Conversation with Ella Coates: The Evolution of Estate Agency

After starting as a sales negotiator at Douglas & Gordon nearly four years ago, Ella is now redefining personal service standards by running her own business as a self-employed broker. Discover how a day in the life of a self-employed broker compares with that of an employee.…

How These D&G Brokers Are Balancing a Growing Career and Family Life

Navigating the world of parenthood can be a balancing act, especially when juggling work and home responsibilities. So how do D&G brokers strike the right chord between growing their careers while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, and how does the self-employed model compare to traditional estate agency? To learn more, we chatted with self-employed brokers Rob Stanley and Domonique Evans.…

Discover the Best of Clapham: Must-Do Activities in Clapham

Welcome to Clapham, an enchanting neighborhood nestled in the heart of South London. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, picturesque green spaces, and a thriving culinary scene, Clapham offers an array of exciting activities and hidden gems waiting to be explored. In this blog post, we'll take you on a journey through some of the best things to do in Clapham, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating area.…

Exploring Southfields: A Guide to the Best Things to Do in Southfields, London

Discover the hidden gem of Southfields, London, a charming neighborhood offering a perfect blend of urban charm and suburban tranquility. From picturesque streets to stunning green spaces, Southfields captivates visitors with its unique appeal. Whether you're a resident or a tourist exploring the city, this blog we will guide you through the best things to do in Southfields, ensuring you make the most of your time in this captivating corner of London.…

Skipton's 100% Mortgages: Empowering First-Time Buyers | Douglas & Gordon

Discover Skipton Building Society's 100% mortgages, offering an opportunity for first-time buyers to step onto the property ladder. Read about the eligibility criteria and a success story with our partners at Prestige Private Finance. At Douglas & Gordon, we strive to deliver exceptional service and explore all avenues to secure the best mortgage options for our clients.…

Singapore Doubles Foreigner Property Tax - Could it Benefit London's Property Market?

Singapore has recently announced that it will double the property tax on foreign buyers. The ABSD rate has been doubled from 30 to 60 per cent for any residential property purchase by foreigners, including foreign corporations that are not housing developers. A move that could have implications for the global property market. While the primary aim of this measure is to cool the city-state's housing market, it could potentially benefit other cities, such as London. In this blog post, we'll explore how Singapore's doubled foreigner property tax could benefit London's property market.…

The Biggest Celebrity Property Portfolios

Investing in property is one of the most popular business ventures celebrities undertake; it's considered a safer and smart investment.   We have looked at which celebrities have the highest valued property portfolio in the UK. They created a top 10 list of the most extensive celebrity portfolios by looking at how many properties they own and the total value of their portfolio, which was combined to formulate a top 10 ranking.…