Do You Know How A Property Survey Works?
It is surprising how many of us put our trust completely into property valuations without taking the time to understand exactly what is being done…
New Estate Agent Legislation – Could It Be A Good Thing?
Came across an article this morning about modifying the Estate Agent Act to make Estate Agents legally responsibly for selling their advertised properties at, or close, to the price they valued them at and I have to say I love the idea.
Why Should You Get Into Property?
If you are looking for proof as to why now is the perfect time to invest in property, examining current rental values can give you the helping hand you are looking for… In the last quarter alone, rents on average have risen by 2.3% to an impressive £839 per month – £19 higher than they [...]
Escape The 5% Stamp Duty Tax!
It is rare that I ever go over the £1m benchmark on individual property investments, but the arrival of the 5% stamp duty fee has really got me thinking about what I am going to do in the future should I ever want to go down this road.
Could Your Possessions Be Affecting Where You Invest?
I read a really fascinating piece the other day about the amount of possessions homeowners take with them when they move…
Nicer Taxes For Landlords Please…
In an ideal world, property taxes wouldn’t provide so much of a financial limitation for us property investors, but such wishes rarely enter into existence… However, I did spot an article today which has given me some hope that the Budget Report tomorrow will present better opportunities for investors.
Beware Nuisance Neighbours On Property Lets
No one wants to move in next to a nuisance neighbour who makes a racket, blocks your driveway or is abusive, and this is the same for your tenants too. Like homeowners the last thing they want to do is live next to someone who harasses them – they want to live in peace. But [...]
Second Homeowners Threatened By Cyprus Ruling
Although I don’t get involved in overseas property investment per se, I do still have a keen interest in what is happening on their property market. Take this news story I read about this morning… Over 6,400 property investors who own second homes in Cyprus may now be at risk of losing their land following [...]
Home Reports Re-shape Scottish Property Market
I have always been fascinated by the property investment scenario used in Scotland. It is not just because homeowners can easily get you to bid more than 25% above their properties real worth, but it is the general mystery their property investment system has got to offer as a whole.
What Happens To Your Property When You Die?
Are you sure what happens to your assets and property investments when you die. Make sure know how your estate is handled in if the unfortunate should happen
