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How to buy the right property in the right location?
Identifying suitable investment property takes a great deal of time and effort. There are thousands of properties for sale but only a few represent sound investment. In some areas good standard terraced houses are better value and provide better returns than new properties, even after discounts. In some property hotspots we can show you how to buy off-plan and new build properties at 10% to 30% below market value.

Which location and which property can give you good returns and good growth prospects?

Identifing right customers to meet the demand
The residential rental market in UK has substantially increased in recent years due to a large mobile workforce looking for short term housing, millions of single and divorced families wanting homes, increasing student numbers, first time buyers unable to afford large deposits, professionals, contractors and the general demand and supply situation in housing

Are the tenants commuters and require transport links close by? If they are students, it needs to be easy to clean, comfortable with some desk space but not luxurious. If they are young professionals, it needs to be modern and stylish and close to restaurants, bars etc. Families require homes close to good schools, shopping and transport

Location, Type and State of Property
It is very important to understand tenant demand in any particular location. What type and condition of the property is in demand in the area - furnished, unfurnished, semi's or terrace?. Who are the potential tenants - professionals, students, individual contractors or families etc. What are the expected rents and outgoings? Is the property close to transport (trains, buses), shops, parks, leisure facilities etc? A well maintainted and attractive property is easier to let than a run down property

Important Points to Consider
But becoming a private landlord can be a great success or a financial disaster. There are a number of things you need to consider and research with care - location (area and location of property), types of property, demand, rents, void periods, maintenance costs, management etc

Costs
In addition to your mortgage payments you need to allow for many other costs - letting agent fees, property maintenance and electrical and gas appliance maintenance, decorating, furniture and furnishings as well as insurance costs

Mortgages
The right mortgage can make a difference between profit and loss on your investment.

Refurbishment
If you buy a property which requires refurbishment, you need to consider carefully the cost and time required to carry out the work. If you do not budget or negotiate realistically with builders, plumbers, electricians etc it could cost you hundreds of extra pounds. The areas that have health and safety implications such as gas, electricity and fire should be attended by professionals who will provide the necessary guarantees and warranties

Furnishing
Do not furnish with second hand furniture and furnishings. They often contravene fire regulations

Repairs & Maintenance
It is important that the property is kept in good state of repair and décor. Simple Preventative Maintenance jobs, if attended to immediately can save you thousands of pounds

Rental Voids
People rely on the monthly rent to pay for the monthly mortgage payment. It is important to remember that there will be times when the property is empty, for example when it is being repaired or is between tenants.

Letting Agent
If you have a demanding full-time job and you are thinking of leaving the running of your investment property to friends and relatives, be careful as the tenants and property require a management service. We can show you to how to choose the right Managing Agent and negotiate the service which will give you most value. The wrong agent will cost you thousands in property repairs and lost tenants.

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Hot Properties to buy for rental. Actual deals not be missed

Find Hot Locations in UK with above average growth. How to buy the right properties in the right locations for maximum return?

Refurbishment Service at unbeatable prices. Save hundreds of pounds on builders and contractors

How to deal with Problem Tenants?.

Secrets of Buying Furniture at wholesale prices

How to choose the right Managing Agent and negotiate the service which will give you most value?.H

Rental Voids It can reduce your net rent by 50%. How to avoid and minimise voids?.

Buy to Let Mortgages The right mortgage can make a difference between profit and loss on your investment

A Genuine Marketplace for Investors, Landlords and Tenants
Investors looking to invest in UK residential property for solid capital growth and good rental income
Landlords looking for trouble-free letting, good tenants who will look after and respect the property, great value tradesmen and services, good return on investment and further properties to buy
Tenants looking for good quality properties (with health & safety standards), reasonable rent, quiet enjoyment, and quick solution to maintenance problems. Also Tenants who have now decided to buy rather than rent and benefit from appreciation in value of property

Many of these properties and offers go so quickly that they are not available for long and often sold before they can be advertised. Sometimes sellers request discrete email marketing only. A Genuine Marketplace where willing sellers are keen to sell and willing buyers are keen to buy.

Some councils and housing associations lease houses on a hassle-free, commission-free basis and guarantee rent for a fixed term. However some leases, rents and terms are better than others.

Many wholesalers offer special discounts to landlords

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