Women who Run North London: Alina from Davies & Davies

Our comprehensive but jargon free guide to the new tenant fees ban. As of June 1st 2019, letting fees for renters will be banned and tenancy deposits will be capped for all tenancies signed after this date.

For the final piece in our series, today we’re spotlighting our very own Alina, who has been with D&D for the last 11 years. After starting out as a bookkeeper for the company, she has worked her way up through the business to become one of the two female directors at Davies & Davies. 

Everything you see when you step into Crisis has been tailored to Esther’s design and created with help from the charity’s volunteers. There’s a story behind it all- from the coffee bag dress in the window, to the coffee stained wooden units themselves.

The culture that Claire has created at Barefaced: of collaboration, attention to detail, and client care, is evident the moment you step through Barefaced’s doors. Though the agency’s reach stretches worldwide, they have deep roots within the local area, and know it inside out (especially anywhere serving food).

Yvonne, and her sister, Sharon, are well and truly “Finsbury Parkers”. The salon is right at the heart of Finsbury Park, and with the trio of Aquarius Hair, Aquarius Beauty, and Mento, the family own this corner of Stroud Green Road.

The Deli at 80 is positively full to the brim with some of the best food produced both in the local area, and further afield (the cheeses, charcuteries, and mustards come direct from Paris!). 

Mary’s background at the V&A shines through the moment you step through the door- the store is beautifully curated and expertly arranged.

Pretty Shiny Shop is aptly named- an eclectic treasure trove of gifts, cards, and jewellery, it is filled to the brim with things to tempt your magpie sensibilities.

Mento is nestled just opposite Finsbury Park station, but bursting with vibrancy the moment you step through the door. We spoke to self-proclaimed Finbury-Parker, Sharon, over some Jamaican iced coffee. Part of our International Women’s Day 2019 series.

Salt the Radish is a mere five minute walk from Finsbury Park station, but it’s the area’s own little slice of calm, cafe culture. We sat down for a chat with Salt the Radish’s owner, Kat. Part of our International Women’s Day 2019 series.

International Women’s Day has now been running since 1911, and this year’s theme is #BalanceForBetter. We thought this was a cracking opportunity to celebrate some of the incredible female-led businesses right on our doorstep.

At Davies & Davies we know the real deal when it comes to selling fast and at the right price. Here are our top insider tips for achieving the best deal, from the people who really know how to sell properties in your local neighbourhood.

We all want to know what we’re talking about when dealing with something new or complicated, so here’s our attempt at busting some of the jargon that you are likely to encounter when buying or selling a property.

Does it really make a difference if you use a traditional high street estate agent or go for an online service? We speak to North Four Magazine about marketing, viewings, and negotiation.

Design-geek power duo Sarah and Charlie Almond takes us for a tour around their charming two bedroom home in Finsbury Park, delving into design inspirations, lighting squabbles and where to get the best Eggs Benedict in North London.

Hunt down the EPC rating for any properties you’re letting out, it might be time to upgrade! Think lighting, boilers, double glazing, smart technology, and the Green Deal.

Property developer and entrepreneur Richard Blaiberg shows us around his property in Stroud Green. Set between Crouch End and Finsbury Park, this five bedroom Victorian home has been fully renovated and retains many of its original period features.

Find out what it’s really like to live in Stroud Green, following scenes through streets of buzzing bars, award-winning eateries and beautiful Victorian properties.

Inspired by Scandinavian design, monochromatic colour palettes and Pinterest, senior underwriter Philip J Stevenson walks us through his minimalist one bedroom apartment on Stroud Green Road, North London.