Buyers
Buying your first UK home
From mortgage agreement in principle to completion, with a Chinese-speaking negotiator at every viewing.
- Viewings in Mandarin or Cantonese
- Leasehold terms explained
- Introductions to conveyancers
Estate agents for Taiwanese & Hong Kong families
Your first UK home, explained in Chinese
Freehold or leasehold, council tax bands, deposits and conveyancing — we walk you through every step of buying or renting in London, in Mandarin, Cantonese or English.
- Mandarin · Cantonese · English
- Property Ombudsman member (demo)
- Client Money Protection (demo)
Services
Buying, renting, selling and letting
Whether you have just arrived or are investing from overseas, we explain UK property in plain language before you commit to anything.
Tenants
Renting in London
Help with referencing when you have no UK credit history yet, and a clear breakdown of rent, deposit and bills.
- Referencing support for new arrivals
- Deposit protection explained
- Inventory in English & Chinese
Sellers
Selling your home
Marketing to UK buyers and to Chinese-speaking buyers looking for homes in London.
- Free valuation
- Bilingual listings
- Material information prepared
Landlords
Letting & management
For landlords living in Taiwan or Hong Kong — we find tenants, protect deposits and handle repairs.
- Tenant find or full management
- Compliance & safety certificates
- Monthly statements in Chinese
Homes
Homes for sale and to let
Every listing shows tenure, council tax band and energy rating up front. These listings are fictional and photos are for illustration only.
For sale£895,000
3 bed Victorian terrace
Ealing, W5
- Freehold
- Council tax band E
- EPC D
For sale£450,000
2 bed riverside flat
Kingston upon Thames, KT2
- Leasehold · 125 years left
- Service charge £1,800/yr · Ground rent £250/yr
- Council tax band C · EPC B
For sale£725,000
4 bed semi-detached house
Sutton, SM1
- Freehold
- Council tax band E
- EPC C
To let£2,150 pcm
2 bed flat near the Elizabeth line
Ealing, W13
- Deposit £2,480 (5 weeks)
- Council tax band C
- EPC C
To let£1,650 pcm
1 bed flat, town centre
Kingston upon Thames, KT1
- Deposit £1,903 (5 weeks)
- Council tax band B
- EPC B
To let£2,400 pcm
3 bed family house with garden
Sutton, SM2
- Deposit £2,769 (5 weeks)
- Council tax band D
- EPC D
Area guides
Area guides for new arrivals
West London
Ealing
Elizabeth, Central and District lines into central London. Victorian streets, large parks and a wide choice of schools.
South-west London
Kingston upon Thames
Riverside town centre with direct trains to London Waterloo. Popular with Hong Kong families for its schools and shopping.
South London
Sutton
Quieter suburban streets, family houses with gardens, and trains to London Victoria and the City.
Always check Ofsted reports and school admission rules for the address you are considering.
Buying guide
Buying in the UK, step by step
Stamp Duty Land Tax depends on the price and your circumstances. Buyers who are not UK resident for tax purposes may pay an extra surcharge. Your conveyancer will confirm what applies to you.
- 1
Mortgage in principle
Find out how much you can borrow. Some lenders specialise in recent arrivals.
- 2
Viewings & offer
We arrange viewings, then put your offer to the seller in writing.
- 3
Instruct a conveyancer
A solicitor or licensed conveyancer handles the legal work and searches.
- 4
Survey
An independent survey checks the condition of the property.
- 5
Exchange
Contracts are exchanged and the deposit is paid — the sale becomes binding.
- 6
Completion
The balance is paid and you collect the keys.
Our team
Negotiators who speak your language
Mei Huang
Director · Sales
Moved from Taichung to London in 2012 and has helped hundreds of families buy their first UK home.
Speaks Mandarin, English
Jason Leung
Senior negotiator · Sales
Specialises in family homes in Kingston and Sutton for buyers arriving from Hong Kong.
Speaks Cantonese, English
Hannah Price
Lettings & property manager
Looks after tenancies, deposits and maintenance for landlords living overseas.
Speaks English
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy a home in the UK on a BN(O) or work visa?
Yes. There is no visa requirement to own property in the UK. Getting a mortgage depends on the lender — some specialise in recent arrivals — so we suggest speaking to a mortgage broker early.
Do I pay extra Stamp Duty as a new arrival?
Stamp Duty Land Tax depends on the price and your circumstances. Buyers who are not UK resident for tax purposes may pay an extra surcharge. Your conveyancer will confirm what applies to you.
I have no UK credit history. Can I still rent?
Usually, yes. Landlords may ask for a UK guarantor or proof of income or savings instead. We explain the options before you apply.
How much is the holding deposit when renting?
In England, a holding deposit is capped at one week’s rent, and a tenancy deposit at five weeks’ rent for annual rent under £50,000. Deposits must be protected in a government-approved scheme.
Contact
Book a viewing or a free valuation
Tell us what you are looking for. We reply within one working day in Mandarin, Cantonese or English.
- Phone020 7946 0123
- Emailhello@example.com
- OfficeLondon (fictional address)
- HoursMon–Sat 9:00–18:00 · Sunday viewings by appointment