The 10 steps between signing an off-plan contract and taking delivery of a new build home Property investors who are investing in off-plan property for the first time have many questions. One of the most common is how a property moves from off-plan to new build. While each site is ...

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An eclectic mix of ancient and modern Colchester's an ancient town at the forefront of technology and innovation Situated 51 miles northeast of London it’s connected to the capital by the A12 road and the Great Eastern railway. This fast road and rail access make it a popular town for ...

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7 off-plan property contract clauses you should understand In a recent article, we discussed 13 issues your solicitor must uncover when you invest in off-plan property. In this article, we look at the off-plan property contract in a little more detail and some of the clauses that make it so ...

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Birmingham is profiting from its political importance In our article ‘Transport in Birmingham – your link to off-plan investment success’, we described how Birmingham’s geographical position puts it at the heart of UK connectivity. It benefits from great road and rail links to the rest of the UK, and when ...

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Derelict stations could become community hubs across the region. People want to live in places where there is plenty to see and do, and where getting around is easy. Therefore, transport, shopping and leisure are among the most important property fundamentals that professional investors look for when researching the best ...

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The best solicitors will leave no stone unturned to help your profitability Investing in off-plan property offers the fantastic potential to make incredible profits. However, there are also greater risks and different challenges to overcome than when investing in existing property. In previous articles, we’ve discussed how to slash: Developer ...

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Professional investors prepare for the worst and profit from the best When property markets are rising, off-plan property investment can produce incredible gains. By investing in property, you unlock the potential for your cash to earn a spectacular real yield. With off-plan property, a 10% rise in the value before ...

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There are consequences for the buyer, but you can mitigate these While most off-plan properties are completed on time, occasionally there are delays. These are frustrating for the buyer and may have financial consequences. In this article, you’ll learn what you should do to minimise these consequences, and what options ...

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5 reasons why property investors love rising interest rates In my last three articles, I’ve discussed various aspects of the impact of rising interest rates. You will have learned: What higher interest rates mean for investors What higher interest rates mean for property investors What strategies property investors use to ...

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Ways to maintain and increase residential property investment profits The ultra-low interest rate environment is coming to an end. At its September meeting, The Bank of England (BoE) signalled that it could raise rates before the end of 2017, and many economists expect that the base rate will be increased ...

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