Longer Tenancies and Value Growth are a Good Sign for Investors.

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The UK property market has been on a strong footing in 2025. Both property prices and rental demand are on the rise, while longer tenancies are becoming increasingly common. For UK expat and foreign national investors, these trends offer reassurance that the buy-to-let sector remains one of the most resilient and rewarding investment avenues, particularly…

Limited Company Buy-to-Let Continues to Break Property Records in 2025.

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The trend of landlords purchasing and managing rental properties through limited companies continues to surge in 2025, marking another record-breaking year for limited company buy-to-lets. New figures suggest that this strategic approach to property investment is now the preferred route for both professional landlords and smaller investors looking to maximise returns in an increasingly complex…

Bank of England Drops Base Rate: How Will it Affect Expat and Foreign National Investors?

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The Bank of England has announced a cut to the base rate, which moved from 4.25% to 4%, marking the lowest interest rates in 2 years and a significant turning point for borrowers and investors alike. After a prolonged period of elevated rates, this latest decision signals a more favourable lending environment – particularly for…

Should UK Expat and Foreign Nationals Invest in a Fixer-Upper or a New Build?

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For UK expat and foreign national investors considering a buy-to-let property investment, one of the earliest and most important decisions is whether to purchase a new-build or an older ‘fixer-upper’. Each option has distinct advantages and drawbacks, depending on the investor’s goals, available capital, and appetite for risk. In this article, Liquid Expat Mortgages explore…

No UK Residency Needed to Invest in UK Property

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Investing in UK property is a long-standing strategy for building wealth and securing long-term returns and the good news for international investors is that UK residency isn’t a requirement to get started. With strong capital growth, high tenant demand, and favourable legal and lending frameworks, the UK continues to be a leading destination for property…

UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Looking to Expand Their Property Portfolios

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According to Handelsbanken’s 2025 Property Investor Report, 54% of UK property investors are looking to increase the size of their portfolios in 2025. This is indicative of the sense of optimism that is present amongst property investors in the UK buy-to-let market at the moment. Accordingly, the same investor report found that 80% of investors…

How a UK Property Can Generate Rental Income for Retirement.

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For many British expats and overseas investors, owning a UK property is more than just a way to stay connected with home – it’s also a practical and potentially lucrative way to prepare for retirement. With rising living costs and increasing uncertainty around pensions, building a dependable source of passive income has become more important…

Are New Build Homes the Answer to the Government’s EPC Requirements?

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The Government’s ‘Plan for Change’ requires all properties rented in England to achieve an EPC rating of a C or above by 2030. The timeframe on this deadline means that buy-to-let investors need to devise a plan for how their properties can hit these targets – and fast. One of the best ways to meet…

Financial Perks: How UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Can Leverage Their Overseas Edge

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Investing in UK property from abroad has been a common wealth management strategy for UK expats and foreign nationals for a while – but the reasons to do so have never been more compelling. Thanks to specialised lenders offering UK expat and foreign national mortgage products alongside clever financial strategies, UK expats and foreign nationals…

How to Re-Mortgage a UK Property as a UK Expat or Foreign National.

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For UK expat and foreign national investors looking to re-mortgage a UK property, the process can seem incredibly daunting. The main reason for this is that most try to conduct a re-mortgage with a conventional high street lender. However, high street lenders are far from the easiest or most cost-effective solution. Why Re-mortgage? ‘There are…