Buying

Being a landlord comes with many challenges that many property investors don’t realise until they encounter them. If you assume that becoming a landlord will mean just sitting back and waiting for the cash to flow in, you will be in for a…

In 2013, the return on investment for those in the student housing sector was at around 9.95 percent, more than 3 percentage points higher than the gross residential listings. This goes to show that there is a potential for very good…

Employing a letting agent can be a great way to ensure your properties are properly managed especially if you’re don’t have the time or the experience. There are two main types of letting agents that you can choose to work with. If you want…

There are many housing micro-markets that are being rediscovered in London, offering those looking to invest in property opportunities to spend low in areas with a strong potential for capital growth in the near future. New building…

Recent data has shown that while prices are still rising in the housing market, they are not rising as quickly as they were before. In the year to June, prices rose by an average of 9.7% but this has gone down in the year to July where they…

With the right improvements, your home can be a much better place for you and your family and its value can also increase when you eventually sell it. There are different kinds of improvement that you can try out. Increase the floor space…

Investing in property is seen by many as a safe bet compared to other alternatives. However, this isn’t always the easiest way of going into the investment game. You’ll need to come up with 20% of the value of the property you’re trying to…

Property vs. shares is an argument that has been around for a while. Both investment vehicles have their success stories but which of these is a relatively safe bet for the ordinary person. Here are 8 reasons why property is more likely to…

Investing in real estate has become quite popular over the years. There are many opportunities to try out whether you’re out to make big gains or just looking for a steady income over the years. However, investing in this sector is not…

Income tax When you start letting property, you must inform HMRC so you can start paying income tax. Failing to pay income tax will result in penalties. If there are previous years for which you owe income tax, you should initiate contact…