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We look at the dilemma of choosing between a pension or property investment for the purpose of saving for retirement as a UK expat.
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Sep
Sep
Investing in UK buy-to-let property can serve as an alternative to a pension or contribute to retirement saving for UK expats.
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Aug
Aug
The Background. In the last 12 months, over four and a half million homes appreciated by over £30,500 – the average UK salary. ‘While this is not a yearly occurrence’ says Stuart Marshall ‘it’s an example of why so many investors choose to put their money in UK property. It’s typically very low risk, is…
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Aug
Aug
The process of purchasing and managing a buy-to-let property can be difficult, especially if you’re an expat or foreign national. However, it can also be an incredibly lucrative investment that pays dividends throughout your working life, into your retirement and even through the lifetime of your children to whom you may leave an inheritance. If…
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Jun
Jun
When buying an investment property in the UK, the traditional choice is for a professional or family let. However, during the Covid-19 pandemic and its associated lockdowns, the popularity of the ‘staycation’ has been growing. This means that the holiday let is becoming an increasingly popular and viable option for UK expat and foreign national…
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May
May
Incredibly, we’re already into the fifth month of 2021. The world is changing, and the vaccine rollout is meaning that life is returning to some form of normality, with the UK Government’s 21st of June end date in sight. So, we thought it was time to sit down with Stuart Marshall, CEO of Liquid Expat…
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May
May
Incredibly, we’re already into the fifth month of 2021. The world is changing, and the vaccine rollout is meaning that life is returning to some form of normality, with the UK Government’s 21st of June end date in sight. So, we thought it was time to sit down with Stuart Marshall, CEO of Liquid Expat…
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Apr
Apr
Buying off-plan can seem both tempting and scary. While many off-plan brochures can seem incredibly attractive, offering high rental yields for buy-to-let investors, it’s important to do your homework and make sure that your off-plan buy-to-let property is ‘mortgage friendly’ to save you time, money and stress when you come to complete. What is buying…
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Apr
Apr
The UK property market is a tried and tested model for solid investment. The strength and resilience of UK property seen over the last twelve months is testament to this. But buying a UK property as an Australian foreign national brings with it a whole host of hurdles. We’ve prepared a quick guide for some…
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Feb
Feb
Despite the turbulent times and the impending closure of the UK’s stamp duty holiday, UK expat and foreign national mortgages are still available for those looking to invest in UK property. And investing in UK property is one of the best financial decisions you could make. An Appetite to Invest Amongst UK Expats and Foreign…