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Property investment tips, insights, strategies and industry news

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Where Are the Cheapest Places to Live in Wales?

Nov 30, 2023
Posted in North Wales, South Wales

Wales in known for its dynamic capital Cardiff, the scenic South Wales Valleys and Snowdonia. It’s less well known for its attractive cost of living. In this report we’ve crunched the numbers and found which are the cheapest places to live in Wales.

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Where Are The Cheapest Places to Live in London?

Nov 29, 2023
Posted in London

London is generally regarded to be an expensive place to live. But there are cheap places to live in London …. if you know where to look. We’ve crunched the numbers and found which are the cheapest places to live in London when it comes to the average cost to buy a home and the average cost to rent a home.

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Where Are The Cheapest Places to Live in the North West?

Nov 28, 2023
Posted in North West

In times of high inflation and a cost of living crisis affordability is key when it comes to finding a place to live. We’ve crunched the numbers and found which are the cheapest places to live in north west England when it comes to the average cost to buy a home and the average cost to rent a home.

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What Should I Do to Prepare for Becoming a Landlord in the UK?

Nov 20, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

It’s fair to say that being a landlord has become tougher in recent times. So proper planning and preparation are essential if you’re to make a success of it. Here are some pointers to get you started as you prepare to become a landlord in the UK.

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What is a Non-Assured Tenancy Agreement?

Nov 16, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Under landlord and tenant law there are different types of tenancy agreement, including the most widely-used assured shorthold tenancy or AST. However, landlords and tenants may sometimes come across non-assured tenancy agreements too. Here’s what what you need to know about them.

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Just How Long is a Long-Term Let?

Nov 16, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Several different terms are used in the lettings industry to describe types of letting. There are short-term lets, long-term lets, holiday lets and student lets amongst others. Here we will look at the specifics and ask the question: how long should a long-term let actual be?

Peel Castle in the Isle of Man.

The Best Areas of the Isle of Man to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Oct 31, 2023
Posted in North West

The Isle of Man can be an expensive property area, especially when compared to the UK. The average property price across the Isle of Man is currently £347,117 according to the latest Isle of Man Housing Market Review published by the Isle of Man Government.

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How to Find Early-Stage Funding for Your UK Property Ventures

Oct 31, 2023
Posted in Jake Barlow

Securing early-stage funding for your UK property ventures from angel investors requires a proactive approach. Learn how to present yourself, develop a clear business plan, tailor it to the UK property market, and outline your growth strategy and financial projections.

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The Technological Transformation of the Property Market

Oct 31, 2023
Posted in Jake Barlow

Property technology, or proptech for short, is currently a multi-billion-dollar industry. This blog post delves into how these technologies are revolutionising the property market and outlines the potential future trajectory of this exciting journey. Now, this is where it gets exciting.

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OIEO (Offers in Excess Of): What Does it Actually Mean?

Oct 26, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Sometimes you might see a property with a price that states OIEO alongside. You might decide to sell your property with an OIEO asking price. But what does OIEO or Offers in Excess Of mean and, more importantly, what are the implications of it?

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The Top 10 Cheapest Places to Buy a House in England

Oct 13, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Property in England can be expensive but it is possible to find good value property to buy if you know where to look. In fact, the average property price in the cheapest areas of England is only around £72,000 but it’s possible to find a property to buy for as little as £25,000.

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The Oil Boiler Ban: Everything You Need to Know

Oct 12, 2023
Posted in Property Development

Oil boilers which run on heating oil are a popular source of central heating and hot water in some properties – especially homes in rural areas that are not connected to the gas grid. However, new oil boilers could be banned in the near future. Here’s everything you need to know.

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What Exactly is a Zero Deposit Scheme? A Guide

Oct 5, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

If you’re letting or renting property then you might be considering a zero deposit scheme. Here’s what zero deposit schemes are, and what landlords and tenants need to know about using them, including a detailed step-by-step guide.

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Hydrogen Boilers: The Future of Clean Heating?

Oct 2, 2023
Posted in Property Development

Some experts are suggesting that hydrogen boilers could be the future of clean, green heating in the UK. Here we will look at what hydrogen boilers are, whether hydrogen boilers are actually clean or not, and whether they could be the future for clean heating.

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The Best Areas of Sheffield to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Sep 14, 2023
Posted in Yorkshire

Sheffield offers a lot of opportunities for property investors as well as boasting some of the lowest property prices around. Today, we break this city down region by region, looking at the housing market and economy and asking the question, where is Sheffield is best to invest in buy-to-let?

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The Gas Boiler Ban: Everything You Need to Know

Sep 14, 2023
Posted in Property Development

Gas boilers are the main source of heating and hot water in millions of homes across the UK. But, potentially, gas boilers could be banned in the not-too-distant future. Here’s everything you need to know about the gas boiler ban including why it is being considered.

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The Future of Airbnb: What UK Hosts Can Expect in the Coming Years

Sep 14, 2023
Posted in Serviced Accommodation

Since it was founded in 2008, Airbnb has transformed the business of letting and renting accommodation on a short-term basis or for holidays. But what does the future look like for Airbnb? What can hosts in the UK expect from Airbnb over the next few years?

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Choppy Waters: Where Next for UK House Prices?

Aug 21, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

UK house prices have been on a broad upswing for a decade or so. Buyers and sellers have come to believe that house prices will always rise. Recently though, the market has become much less certain. So now is a good time to ask: Will house prices keep on rising or will there be a housing market crash?

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Who Are Generation Rent?

Aug 21, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Generation Rent can mean several things. Firstly it refers to typically Millennials and Gen Z, for whom high house prices, high rents and low wages are stopping many from getting on the housing ladder. Secondly, it refers to the title pf a book by Chloe Timperley on that same subject. And thirdly Generation Rent is an organisation and activist group.

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15 Property Investment Tips

Aug 18, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Like most investments, property investment usually works best when used as a long term investment. Here’s the main reason why: Property prices may rise and fall in the short term. But history shows that property prices always rise in the long term. So, by following a long term property investment strategy you will almost certainly make money.

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How Estate Agents Value Properties

Aug 15, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Before putting a property up for sale it is important to have an accurate valuation of what it is worth. In this article we will study the expert approach and look at exactly how estate agents value properties using the specifics of the property and local market data.

Colourful houses on the sea front in St Mawes, Cornwall.

Buying a Holiday Let: A Complete Guide

Aug 14, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Buying a holiday let is a popular type of property investment opportunity today. Here’s what you need to know about buying a holiday let including the pros and cons, rules and regulations and what sort of rental yield you might expect from your investment.

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Selective Licensing Schemes: Everything You Need to Know

Aug 11, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Selective licensing schemes require landlords to have a type of property license if they own a buy-to-let property in certain areas. The are not universally needed in the UK and it comes down to local authorities to decide on designated areas. Here’s what you need to know.

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What is the 18-Year Property Cycle and Where Do We Find Ourselves Now?

Aug 10, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Some experts believe that property markets follow a cycle of boom and bust. In this article we will look more closely at what is known as the 18-year property cycle to look at at what causes markets to lurch between boom and bust and ask ourselves where on this cycle we might be right now.

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Raising Property Finance: A Guide for Investors and Landlords

Aug 10, 2023
Posted in Buy to Let

One of the most important aspects of successful property investment is raising property finance for your buy-to-let or investment property. Here we’ll look at the different ways of raising property finance that are open to landlords and investors, from mortgages to P2P.

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The Best Areas of Newcastle To Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 25, 2023
Posted in North East

A recent report by Benham and Reeves shows Newcastle as having among the best rental yields in the country making it one of the best-paying areas for landlords in the UK. Today, we break this down and look at exactly where in Newcastle’s investors should be putting their money.

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The Best Areas of Plymouth to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 25, 2023
Posted in South West

Plymouth has crowned itself Britain’s Ocean City, thanks to its links with the sea which date back hundreds of years. Perhaps surprisingly then, for such an important and historic ocean city, Plymouth is one of the cheapest cities in the UK for property investment.

Harmony of the Seas - One of the world’s largest cruise ships.

The Best Areas of Southampton to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 25, 2023
Posted in South East

Just because Southampton isn’t the biggest doesn’t mean it isn’t (nearly) the best. According to one survey Southampton is the third best place in the country to live and work. Today we break it down area by area and ask where in Southampton is the best place to invest in buy-to-let.

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The Best Areas of Norwich to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 21, 2023
Posted in East of England

If things had turned out differently, Norwich could well be the capital of the UK. For hundreds of years, Norwich was the largest and most prosperous city in the country. While modern Norwich is no match for London’s hustle and bustle it’s highly rated for its quality of life.

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The Best Areas of Brighton and Hove to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 20, 2023
Posted in South East

Brighton is the place that offers not just the best of both worlds… but the best of ALL worlds for residents and property investors alike! Brighton has the sea and is fringed by rolling countryside. It also has one of the busiest business start-up scenes in the country.

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The Best Areas of Nottingham to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 12, 2023
Posted in Midlands

Nottingham is a centre for high-tech industry and a bellwether for the UK economy, yet is also one of the cheapest cities in the UK. In terms of rental yield, Nottingham is among the highest scoring in the country. Unquestionably, Nottingham is one of the best cities in the UK, to invest in property.

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The Best Areas of Bristol to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 11, 2023
Posted in South West

Bristol is one of THE most vibrant, buzzing cities in the country and voted on the best places for young people to live. It is also one of Europes biggest centres for tech. Today we break this city down region by region and ask where is Bristol is best to invest in buy-to-let.

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The Section 6 (Acceptance Notice): A Detailed Guide

Jul 10, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

A Section 6 Notice, governed by the Landlord and Tenant Act of 1987, is a critical legal instrument. Also referred to as an acceptance notice or more fully a tenant’s acceptance notice, it is the method by which leaseholders can formally accept a landlord’s offer to sell them freehold rights.

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The Best Areas of Leicester to Invest in Buy-to-Let

Jul 8, 2023
Posted in Midlands

Described as the best place to invest in property in the UK Leicester has below average property prices but benefits from a close proximity to the economy of the south-east. Today we look at investment in Leicester and ask where in this city should you be putting your money?

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Property Investment Goals: SMART Thinking for Landlords

Jul 8, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

There are many different interpretations of the SMART thinking framework. It is thought that the origins of SMART goal setting date back to the 1980s when it was outlined in Management Review magazine by George T. Doran and in Peter Drucker’s Management by Objectives (MBO) concept.

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The Section 5 Notice: Rights and Obligations

Jul 7, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

In the context of property law, understanding one’s rights and obligations is paramount. This is particularly true for landlords and tenants navigating the intricacies of leasehold properties. One such critical aspect is the Section 5 Notice, a provision under the Landlord and Tenant Act 1987.

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Is Flipping Houses Still a Profitable Property Strategy for 2023?

Jul 6, 2023
Posted in Property Development

Flipping houses is a popular and potentially profitable property investment strategy where a house is bought, done up, and sold again. In this report, we will look at whether flipping houses in the UK is still a profitable strategy for the tumultuous year that is 2023.

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Deposit Protection: Safeguarding Rental Deposits

Jul 6, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Most landlords will require a deposit when letting a property. If they do this deposit needs to be protected by an approved tenancy deposit protection scheme. Here’s how deposit protection schemes work, and how they can safeguard a rental deposit and help to avoid disputes.

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The New Mortgage Charter: A Detailed Examination

Jul 6, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Introduced by the Uk government on June 26, 2023, the new Mortgage Charter, which has been agreed upon by lenders representing over 85% of the mortgage market, outlines a set of standards that lenders are expected to adopt when assisting their regulated residential mortgage borrowers.

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How to Invest In Property | A Blueprint

Jun 30, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

Are you looking for a sideline, or are you looking for a full-time income from property? How much money, ideally, do you need to generate from a property?Is your property investment going to be part of your pension? If so, when do you plan on retiring?

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Navigating Rent Increases: The Role of the Section 13 Notice

Jun 29, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

The Section 13 Notice is a legal document that landlords can use to increase the rent of their properties. This notice is part of specific housing legislation (Housing Act 1988) and is designed to protect tenants from sudden and unreasonable rent increases.

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Social Return on Investment: A Strategic Approach for Businesses

Jun 29, 2023
Posted in Social Property Investment

SROI is a method for measuring values not traditionally reflected in financial statements, including social and environmental impact and the associated economic value. It provides a comprehensive approach to understanding an organisation’s operational impact.

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Areas of Manchester with the Highest Rental Yields

Jun 28, 2023
Posted in North West

Manchester has a strong rental market but Manchester property prices are still under the national average. That means that Manchester can offer some very attractive rental yields if you know where to look. Here’s our guide to finding the highest letting yields in Manchester.

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The Homelessness Act 2002: A Comprehensive Review

Jun 26, 2023
Posted in Social Property Investment

Legislation is a critical tool in addressing societal issues, and homelessness is no exception. The United Kingdom made significant strides in this area with the enactment of the Homelessness Act 2002. This Act outlines the responsibilities and duties of local housing authorities in preventing homelessness.

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Understanding the Homelessness Reduction Act, 2017

Jun 23, 2023
Posted in Social Property Investment

The Homelessness Reduction Act is a law which aims to reduce homelessness by providing help to those who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Here we will explain what the Act means and look at its success and failures since it was made law.

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Who’s Afraid of the Big Bad Wolf – Apotropaic Marks in the UK

Jun 23, 2023
Posted in Property Development

Witch marks or witches’ marks are a type of apotropaic mark. A witch mark is a mark on a building which is intended to ward off the attentions of a witch or to discourage witches from entering the building.Witch marks are also sometimes called ritual protection markings.

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The Section 40 Notice: A Detailed Guide

Jun 22, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

In the complex landscape of UK property law, the Section 40 Notice stands as a critical tool for landlords and tenants navigating business premises leases. This legal instrument, rooted in the Landlord and Tenant Act 1954, serves as a formal request for information.

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The Landlord and Tenant Covenants Act 1995: A Guide

Jun 22, 2023
Posted in General Concepts

The Landlord and Tenant Covenants Act 1995 is a critical piece of legislation that governs the relationship between landlords and tenants in the United Kingdom. This Act, enacted to rectify perceived injustices in the landlord and tenant law, has influenced the obligations of both parties.

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What is Social Value? An Overview

Jun 20, 2023
Posted in Social Property Investment

Social value is a concept that goes beyond the financial cost of a service or product to consider its wider impact on society. It’s about looking at what additional benefit can be created by procuring or providing a service and focusing on maximising this. Read our guide to find out more.

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Is Buy-to-Let Worth It?

Jun 20, 2023
Posted in Buy to Let

In the world of property investment, buy-to-let has long been a popular strategy. It offers the potential for regular rental income and capital growth, making it an attractive option for many investors. But changes in tax and regulations are making people ask the question, is it still worth it?

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