Property Consultants Introducing JOHNS &CO
Since our founding, we have upheld our promise of uncompromising service for our extensive network of vendors, investors, landlords and tenants.
Our consultants are always excited to share their intimate knowledge of London, whether from our London offices or those in the Far East. They possess expertise in investments, lettings and property management, and are supported by a network of experienced accountants and legal advisors.
We know that this commitment to service produces tangible results. Tenants stay in homes, investments are occupied, landlords enjoy peace of mind and developments thrive, contributing to London’s future as a key player on the world stage.
John Morley Founder & Managing Director
4 5 A city of commerce, culture & creativity
London has always captured the imagination of the world. It is a city rich with stories and characters, home of tradition and revolution alike, and today it is entering a new phase of growth and innovation.
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London on the world stage
London is leading the way for forward-thinking, commercially thriving capitals across the globe. For businesses, its appeal ranges from the skyscrapers of Canary Wharf and the City of London, to the emerging Tech Cities, a new embassy district and riverside neighbourhoods. Its rail and airport links connect it with major international cities; so as the world shrinks, London continues to grow and develop as a global leader.
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At the forefront of innovation
The last ten years have witnessed a golden age for regenerating underused areas of the city. Developments of an outstanding calibre are laying the infrastructure for commercial and residential hubs to become among the most desirable postcodes in Europe. New Crossrails will connect even more towns and cities to London’s network. This infrastructure paves the way for the city’s growth for decades to come. Unprecedented levels of investment are giving life to new neighbourhoods and there are more opportunities in the property sector than ever.
14 A City of Opportunity
CAMDEN
ISLINGTON BRENT HACKNEY
36 16 B A R K I N G & DAGENHAM
NEWHAM
TOWER HAMLETS
EALING WESTMINSTER 14 32 THE CITY 29 18 1 26
25 35 30 22 HAMMERSMITH 31 24 20 & FULHAM 10 6 KENSINGTON 33 19 & CHELSEA 8 2 34 15 7 9 SOUTHWARK 12 17 28 21 3 5 23 HOUNSLOW 4 11
13 GREENWICH
27 BEXLEY WANDSWORTH
LEWISHAM RICHMOND UPON THAMES
LAMBETH
Groundbreaking new developments are regularly being 1. 21 Wapping Lane 10. Dollar Bay 19. The Madison 28. Riverlight announced in London. From large scale regeneration 2. 22-29 Albert Embankment 11. Embassy Gardens 20. Manhattan Plaza 29. Royal Mint Gardens projects that include multipurpose buildings and parks, 3. Aylesbury Estate 12. Enderby Wharf 21. Nine Elms Point 30. Royal Wharf to intimate, exclusive collections of homes, the city caters 4. Battersea Exchange 13. Fitzroy Gate 22. Nova 31. Southbank Place to a wide range of tastes. The following projects are among 5. Battersea Power Station 14. Goodman’s Fields 23. Oval Quarter 32. Southall Gasworks the most noteworthy for its next phase of development. 6. Brandon House 15. Greenland Place 24. One Blackfriars 33. South Quay Plaza 7. Chelsea Waterfront 16. Islington Square 25. Pan Peninsula 34. Two Fifty One 8. Chelsea Barracks 17. Lillie Square 26. Providence Tower 35. Wardian 9. The Corniche 18. London City Island 27. The Ram Quarter 36. West Hampstead Sq.
16 17 King’s Cross
Over 60 acres of London have been designated a new postcode, N1C, and the city’s industrial heritage has been reimagined into a creative hub.
Total Investment Property price increase in King’s Cross over the last year. Nearby
University of the Arts London, St Pancras International Station
Retail Space Parkland Workspace
26 acres & natural swimming ponds
New Homes
18 19 © The Nine Elms Vauxhall Partnership Vauxhall Elms Nine The Nine Elms on the South Bank, looking east
Nine Elms
One of the most significant transformations the capital has seen over the last century, Nine Elms will see the South Bank regenerated with housing, transport and commercial spaces.
New Homes Predicted increase in values between 2011 and 2016 – the highest forecast growth Nearby in the UK.
US Embassy, Dutch Embassy, Battersea Power Station, 2 new Tube stations
Total Investment Commercial Space Parkland
Linear park
20 21 © SOM
Greenwich Peninsula
With the added benefit of the new Crossrail line, Greenwich is fast becoming one of the most desirable areas of the city.
Nearby
O2, new film studio, Ravensbourne College, The Jetty
Parkland
Total Investment 48 acres, including 5k New Homes riverside running track
Commercial Space
22 23 © Lend Lease
Elephant & Castle
With its Energy Hub and startup incubator, Elephant & Castle’s regeneration plans are attracting significant investment in residential and commercial properties.
Parkland
Total Investment New Homes
A brand new park at the centre of the regeneration, as well as over 1,600 newly planted trees
Commercial Space including incubator space for startups
24 25 Why London, Why Now? Average Home Prices IN UK & LONDON
There has never been a better time to invest in London property. New opportunities abound as developments move forward at pace, financial districts continue to thrive and the city is firmly on the map as an international destination.
£637,975 London average 2020 (based on 29.4% increase)
Property Prices IN LONDON £226,789 UK average 2020 (based on 22.8% Increase)
Average house prices in the capital are on course to rise above
by 2030 Source: Oxford Economics
£184,682 UK Average 2015 Crossrail IN LONDON
£493,026 London average 2015
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The cost of the average house in the UK will rise by 22.8% over the next five years, while prices Properties on the proposed route will rise by a median average of 74% in 2020. in Greater London are predicted to climb 29.4%. Source: cityam.com Source: telegraph.co.uk
26 27 The Approach
Whatever stage you have reached with your property and however you would like it to be used, JOHNS&CO offer end-to-end service to support and advise through the whole process. Here is an overview of what the JOHNS&CO approach includes, but is not limited to.
28 29 The JOHNS &CO Network
Investors - Understand the London property market Landlords - Make informed choices about your next purchase - Gain early access to the most exciting upcoming developments - Ongoing support should you decide to let or sell your property
Landlords - Get your property on the market and attract high-quality tenants - Hand over the responsibility for selecting and managing tenants - Ensure you have comprehensive legal advice and insurance cover - Hand over logistical management to move tenants in Tenants Investors Tenants - Assistance for move-in day - Have peace of mind over how your property is managed - Uncompromising service onsite - Quick and professional assistance for maintenance and repairs
Developers - Gain access to JOHNS&CO network of prospective investors - Market new developments early to a targeted audience - Reassurance of high-quality tenants in your development Developers - Onsite management of the property
30 31 Processes
Buying and selling property Letting or renting property
SCOPING OUT THE MARKET DECIDING TO SELL DECIDING TO LET MOVE IN DAY - Specialist knowledge of London areas and prices - Free, no obligation valuation - Free valuation - Check-in tenant - Contact with developers and exciting - Matching the process to your preferred time frame - Marketing, including photography and floorplans - Assisting with moving logistics upcoming projects - Marketing - Advice on legalities and insurance - Install furniture - Financial advice - PR plan where appropriate - Drafting tenancy agreements - Consultation on how to build your portfolio - Database of prospective buyers - JOHNS&CO accept responsibility ONGOING - Access to relocation agents, financial - Assistance through completion and handover for property management - 24hr emergency response institutions and blue chip companies - Rent collection NEXT STEPS - Access permission DECIDING TO BUY - Onsite agents to carry out viewings - Front desk service - Advice on mortgage process - Referencing tenants - Repairs and maintenance - Access to London-based solicitors - Inventory by clerk - Renegotiating agreements when they expire - Legal support and assistance in completion - Manage deposit - Advanced viewings - Manage gas & electric certifications - Assistance with moving logistics - Efficient handover - Handover report
32 33 The client services team
JOHNS&CO has a team dedicated to delivering and maintaining services for their clients. They are experts in lettings, investments and management, so your experience is always prioritised. They never treat any two properties the same, as each one is individually valued and thoroughly understood.
34 35 A detail-oriented view
Anyone living in a property managed by JOHNS&CO can Details download our app to enhance their experience. Designed to take the stress out of day-to-day life, the app lets you order a range of services straight from your phone. It’s details like these that make a JOHNS&CO property so appealing to tenants and homeowners alike, as service is easily accessible and the property’s appeal widens and improves over the long run.
36 37 Expert knowledge Local knowledge, international reach Our staff are ARLA qualified and have a wealth of experience, both in the London markets and beyond. Staff specialise in their area of expertise, such as You can find us at our various offices around central lettings or property management, so you know that London, as well as in Singapore and Hong Kong. you can always speak to someone dedicated to the All our staff working overseas possess the same service they are providing you. intricate knowledge of the London property market, and collaborate closely with our other offices to offer you a support network wherever you may be.
Onsite offices
Many of the developments we manage have an onsite property manager and office. While this adds security to the site as a whole, it is also a significant convenience throughout the development process and beyond. Our agents are on the ground as the first to show you plans and show flats, using their expert knowledge of the scheme to offer advice. Should you decide to purchase a property, or sell it down the line, they can be on hand to handle any discussions needed on the site. It also means that anyone living in the property has someone close at hand should they need emergency assistance or help organising maintenance and access for the property.
38 39 The Story so Far…
JOHNS&CO has managed properties in a wide variety of the best new London developments. Here are just a few where we have been able to help homeowners, tenants and developers. Embassy Gardens, SW8 London City Island, E14
Situated on the Leamouth Peninsula of Canary Wharf, London City Island further extends JOHNS&CO’s experience in this area of London. Through liaising with homeowners and prospective tenants, JOHNS&CO are assisting with lettings and sales.
A cornerstone of the Nine Elms regeneration scheme, Embassy Gardens neighbours the new US Embassy building. With experience in the Nine Elms area, JOHNS&CO are the only property lettings, management and resale agents recommended at Embassy Gardens. As a result, a dedicated team is based in the Nine Elms office at the heart of the development.
42 43 West Hampstead Square, NW6 21 Wapping Lane, E1W
Built around a new public square in West Situated between The City and Canary Wharf, Hampstead, this development marks a new 21 Wapping Lane is ideally placed for reaching venture into West London for JOHNS&CO. London’s two main financial districts. With a dedicated team at the onsite office, JOHNS&CO is the only recommended property management agent at the development, and a prominent agent in the greater area.
44 45 New Providence Wharf, E14 The Tower St George Wharf, SW8
Set on the riverside, New Providence Wharf offers some of the finest views in London. With property management experience in neighbouring Canary Wharf, JOHNS&CO are well acquainted with this area. Staff at the onsite office are connecting landlords with new, reliable tenants. A significant Vauxhall landmark, The Tower is part of the Nine Elms regeneration project on the South Bank. With a nearby office at Embassy Gardens, JOHNS&CO has extensive experience managing properties in the Nine Elms area.
46 47 Riverlight, SW8 Royal Wharf, E16 © St James St
Serviced by the nearby JOHNS&CO office at With a wealth of experience in Canary Wharf Embassy Gardens, Riverlight is a crucial part and New Providence Wharf, JOHNS&CO are of the regeneration of Vauxhall and the wider assisting homeowners with sales, lettings Nine Elms area. and property management from their office at Royal Wharf.
48 49 Where to find us
HEAD OFFICE
JOHNS&CO 70 Marsh Wall Canary Wharf London E14 9SL e: [email protected] t : 020 7118 0200 www.johnsand.co