With rising interest rates and the cost-of-living crisis highlighting the importance of financial stability for Brits, it comes as no surprise to see them searching for ways to supplement their salaries. A study from IW Capital shows that 29% of Brits are planning to earn money through passive income sources […]
The word “damp” makes many homeowners cringe. Even though it is a prevalent issue in UK residences, dealing with it is never a pleasant experience. It looks destructive and poses serious health risks if exposed to dampness for too long. You should get a professional damp survey done if you […]
Why do so many investors start with buy to let? I suppose buy to let is the foundational entry point for property investing. Most people understand the concept behind buying a flat or a house and then renting it out to a tenant. One of the great things about buy […]
There is a quality we need as property investors which I don’t often see discussed. In fact, I don’t think I have seen any videos or posts on this, and I certainly haven’t seen any training courses on this. The quality that I think that we need as property investors, […]
One of the myths you’ll hear banded around about property is that it’s a bit of a scam and a get rich quick scheme. And, of course, I’d argue that it’s neither of those things. I guess some people who think it’s a bit of a scam might be influenced […]
Among the various types of investments that are available to the average investor, property and real estate are considered among the most secure and reliable investments. Real estate investments are rarely subject to huge crashes, and generally appreciate in value as the years pass. Property investment has always been seen […]
The term ‘Generation Rent’ has long been used throughout both the rental and sales markets, developing many connotations over the years. Typically referring to young adults aged between 18-40, Generation Rent is used to describe those who have been priced out of the property market, which is becoming increasingly common. […]
After over a year of turmoil, July 19th 2021 marked ‘freedom day’ for the UK. Gone are the days of mandatory social distancing and face coverings, replaced by life after lockdown and a wealth of possibilities. While our newfound freedom signifies many things, there’s hopes that the full vaccine rollout […]
A question I am sometimes asked is, ‘Peter, what is the ideal amount of loan to value to have spread across a portfolio, or even on individual properties, and how would you know what that figure is?’. Well, it’s an interesting question, and I have to say that in my […]
Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a property enthusiast, you will have been told ‘property is a long-term investment’. In many ways it is, but that doesn’t mean to say that a successful property empire can’t be built within a short space of time. Of course, building a property portfolio […]
