Japan Sales & Lettings Agency

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Insights on London property, guides for tenants and landlords, and tips for living in the UK.

Landlord Guide5 min read

Letting to Japanese Corporate Tenants in London: A Landlord's Guide

JSLA specialises in serving Japan's corporate expatriate community in London. Here we explain — from a landlord's perspective — the commercial characteristics this segment of the relocation market tends to bring: corporate-backed contracts, longer tenancy lengths, and document-driven handovers.

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28 April 2026

Landlord Guide4 min read

Renters' Rights Act 2025: What London Landlords Need to Know

The Renters' Rights Act 2025 came into force on 1 May 2026, marking the biggest overhaul of private renting in England in over 30 years. A short, plain-English summary of what is different and what London landlords need to do.

25 March 2026

Property Market6 min read

West London & Ealing Property Market Update: Spring 2026

Analysis of current rental and sales trends across West London, including Ealing, Acton and Chiswick — with average prices, demand levels, and our forecast for the coming months.

15 March 2026

Tenant Guide8 min read

A Complete Guide to Renting in London for the First Time — For Japanese Expats and International Tenants

Everything you need to know about renting your first property in London, from searching to signing the tenancy agreement. Written with Japanese expats and international tenants in mind.

10 March 2026

JSLA News3 min read

JSLA Opens New Kensington Office — Japanese Bilingual Property Agency Now in W8

We are delighted to announce the opening of our second office at 37 Kensington Church Street, expanding our Japanese bilingual service across West and Central London.

15 February 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

How to Let Your Property in London: A Complete Guide for Landlords

A clear, end-to-end walkthrough of letting a property in London, from getting it compliant and setting the rent to referencing, tenancy agreements and ongoing management.

14 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

How Much Rent Can I Charge in London?

Setting the right rent for a London property means weighing comparable evidence, location, condition and demand, then working within the new rules on how and when you can raise it. Here is a practical guide for landlords.

16 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

How to Find Good Tenants in London

A practical, lawful guide to finding and assessing reliable tenants in London, from marketing and referencing to right to rent checks and the new anti-discrimination rules.

18 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

What Does a Letting Agent Do in London?

A plain guide to what a London letting agent actually does across the tenancy, from valuation and viewings to compliance, rent collection and end of tenancy, and how Let Only differs from Full Management.

20 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

How to Choose the Right Letting Agent in London

A practical checklist for London landlords choosing a letting agent, covering professional accreditation, Client Money Protection, redress scheme membership, transparent fees and the questions worth asking before you instruct.

22 June 2026

Landlord Guide5 min read

What Is Full Property Management and Do I Need It?

A plain guide to what full property management actually covers, how it differs from a let-only service, and how to judge whether it is the right choice for your London rental.

23 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

Let Only vs Full Management: Which Is Right for You?

Choosing between a let-only and a full management service is one of the first decisions a London landlord makes. Here is a calm, practical look at what each covers, who each suits and how to weigh the difference.

25 June 2026

Landlord Guide5 min read

How Long Does It Take to Let a Property in London?

One of the first questions most landlords ask is how quickly their property will let. The honest answer is that it depends on a handful of factors you can largely control. This guide walks through what shapes the timeline, from first instruction to a signed tenancy, and how to keep it moving.

28 June 2026

Landlord Guide6 min read

What Are the Costs of Letting a Property in London?

Letting a property in London involves more than collecting rent. Here is a clear, honest breakdown of the costs a landlord can expect, from agent fees and compliance certificates to maintenance and tax.

30 June 2026