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As regulation tightens across the UK property sector, compliance is no longer a box-ticking exercise; it is a critical part of successful property investment, particularly for UK expat and foreign national landlords. The introduction of the Renters’ Rights reforms, enhanced scrutiny from lenders and increasing regulatory oversight mean that 2026 will demand a higher standard…
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Jan
Jan
With the New Year, there is always a question about how the investment landscape will evolve. The good news for UK expat and foreign national investors is that experts believe that 2026 will be a great year for UK property investment, particularly for expats and overseas investors who take a strategic, well-advised approach. After a…
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Dec
Dec
For UK expat and foreign national investors, UK buy-to-let property remains one of the most popular ways to build long-term wealth. While capital growth often dominates the headlines, a property’s rental yield is still a crucial metric, particularly for investors seeking steady income, mortgage affordability, and portfolio resilience. Understanding where the strongest rental yields can…
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Nov
Nov
In this article, Liquid Expat Mortgages’ CEO and founder, Stuart Marshall, looks at 5 of the top tax predictions for the Autumn 2025 Budget and explains how this could affect UK expat and foreign national property investors. Some Background. Every time the Budget nears, all talk in the property market turns to the possible changes…
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Oct
Oct
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…
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Aug
Aug
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…
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Jul
Jul
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…
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Jul
Jul
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…
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Jun
Jun
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…
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Jun
Jun
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…