Peter Hermon-Taylor: On the myth of landlord leverage and the return of reality
Prime Central London is no longer a market where scarcity alone delivers pricing power, explains Maskells' lettings boss.
Peter is a founder member of the Maskells Lettings Team and was responsible for establishing the business. Prior to Joining Maskells, Peter managed lettings departments in South West London for John D Wood. Peter has over 14 years’ experience including roles at Fitzgibbons and Jackson Stops. Peter is an ARLA licensed agent
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In Pictures: Touring a brand-new townhouse opposite Harrods, asking £14.4mn
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‘One of the most beautiful houses in Oxfordshire’: ‘Bohemian sanctuary’ with romantic roots seeks £14.25mn
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