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New Permitted Development Rights – an Opportunity for Landlords?
From 1 August, new a new Permitted Development Rights (PDR) scheme came into force, making it easier to convert commercial premises on England’s high streets into affordable residential accommodation. The scheme will streamline the planning process courtesy of a more simplified ‘prior approval’ process, rather than a full planning application, opening up opportunities for buy to let landlords in converting commercial properties into residential homes.
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How to Use Price per Square Foot as a Property Investment Business Model
In the UK, the most common way to describe the size of a house is by number of bedrooms. In the USA and Europe however, the property’s internal area is the measurement of choice. The trouble with number of bedrooms is that it doesn’t really give a clear representation of property size. Here’s why property investment experts are suggesting that price per square foot is the best property investment business model when it comes to determining profitability.
4 Great Reasons to Invest in Buy to Let Property in Croydon
Croydon, town and borough, is thriving. And it is no wonder as, with such a significant level of investment, the area has recently been named the UK’s fastest growing economy. Here’s a look at some of the large scale development projects that are currently underway or in the pipeline, which could make Croydon a lucrative place to invest in buy to let property.
London Borough of Culture 2023 a Boon for Croydon
Introduced by Mayor of London Sadiq Khan in 2017, the Mayor’s London Borough of Culture award offers more than £1m of funding for boroughs to host a range of cultural events, activities and initiatives over a whole year. In spring 2019, the mayor announced that Croydon had won the award for 2023. As the celebrations draw closer, we look at how this important accolade will make a difference to the borough, and potentially make it more attractive to buy-to-let investors.
Is Property Investment More Lucrative Post-COVID?
Research by a leading buy-to-let mortgage lender has revealed the impact that COVID-19 has had on the property investment market and, based on their findings, it’s looking like now, as restrictions start to ease, could be a good time to consider investing.
How to Choose the Right Structure for Your Buy to Let Business
Whether your buy to let venture involves a single property, or you have a growing portfolio, it is worth weighing up your options as to the best way to structure your property business. Some structures will be more tax efficient than others. Here’s an overview of what’s available so you can start to look more closely at what could work best for you.
Essential Landlord Tips for Buying Investment Property at Auction
There are often many bargains to be had at property auctions, especially for the buy-to-let investor. But there are many things to consider, and indeed beware of too. If you are considering purchasing your next investment property at auction, we have some tips for you to help you avoid the risks, and make the most of the opportunity ahead.
Are Rent Guarantee Schemes Worth it?
With so much pressure on landlords in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, not least the evictions ban and, more recently, the breathing space rule, it is no wonder so many buy-to-let investors are starting to look into the benefits of guaranteed rent schemes. Here we explore the reasons for the mounting interest and ask, are rent guarantee schemes worth it?
Important things to Consider When Renting to Families with Children
For landlords, families often make attractive tenants, with their preference for long term lets. If you are thinking about renting to families with children, there will be various considerations to make, not least whether your property is suitable. Read on as we explore how to establish whether a property is right for family rentals, and other things to contemplate when letting to families with children.
Buy to let Market Turbo-Charged in Wake of Stamp Duty Holiday Extension
The extended Stamp Duty holiday appears to be having a significantly positive impact upon the private rental market, recent research has revealed. A survey of 500 UK landlords shows that more than a quarter say they are planning to expand their buy-to-let portfolios in the next 12 months.
