Flipping property: what do you need to consider?
Flipping property is a well-worn investment technique that serves some investors well, while others prefer a more long-term approach to get the most out of their purchases. Paresh Raja, founder and CEO of Market Financial Solutions, outlines some of the pros, cons and considerations. Property flipping has become a staple of British TV schedules thanks to shows […]
Green homes can sell faster and for 16% more
Rightmove’s Green Homes Report confirms what many in the industry already suspected about the appeal of energy-efficient housing for both homeowners and investors. There’s a distinct positive correlation between new-build homes and their energy efficiency ratings. Now, Rightmove has drawn a link between energy performance certificate ratings (EPCs) and both the price of and demand for the […]
Five reasons why Birmingham is a top property investment spot
The Commonwealth Games has held the city of Birmingham in the headlines in recent weeks, but behind the scenes property investors are increasingly gravitating towards the Midlands hotspot. Just days after the closing ceremony heralded the end of a star-studded Commonwealth Games, where Australia won the most medals but was closely followed by England, there […]
New-build update: completions rise and buyer appetite strengthens
The new-build market is gaining momentum across the UK, and the latest data shows further signs of growth as more new homes reach completion. With all the news of rising energy prices, poor housing efficiency and the climate crisis, it isn’t necessarily a surprise that new-build homes – and property investments – are increasing in popularity. Alongside […]
UK property investment: a roundup of the key cities
The UK property investment landscape continues to attract swathes of interest both locally and abroad, so what do the key cities have to offer? Diversifying across different locations can be a successful investment strategy for property investors, who then get to benefit from the varying yields and capital appreciation levels on offer across the country. Many investors […]