New 3% UK Stamp Duty Surcharge on 2nd Homes

UK Stamp Duty Surcharge

New 3% Stamp Duty on Second Homes: Your Questions, Answered As the government introduces a new levy for second homes, many property buyers have been left confused about the incoming policy, and how it affects their position. The final details are to be announced on the 16th March, so the infrastructure isn’t yet set in…

5 Pitfalls to avoid when Applying for a UK Expat Mortgage

Expat mortgages and Brexit

For many expats the exciting opportunities to be found by investing in the UK property market, particularly the Buy to Let sector, can be a financially rewarding proposition. However, non-residents and foreign nationals often fall foul of a few common pitfalls when applying for mortgages on UK properties. Liquid Expat Mortgages are delighted to offer…

UK STAMP DUTY UPDATE

London eye

An update to the UK’s stamp duty Wednesday’s Autumn Statement from UK Chancellor George Osborne brought an unexpected Stamp Duty rise for buy-to-let investors, along with significant investment in homebuilding. The UK government’s 2015 Spending Review and Autumn Statement on Wednesday afternoon saw the announcement of a number of policies aimed at stimulating demand from…

AUSTRALIA SPARKLES FOR MIDDLE EAST INVESTORS

Middle East Investors on the rise in Australia Stable economy, growing population makes Australia sparkle for Middle East investors. Favourable demand picture spurs Middle East interest in Australian property  Australia’s stable economy, strong population growth underpins investor appeal   Brisbane and Melbourne fringe suburbs should be a key investor focus, while Sydney property should be…