Rental Return to City Centres Presents Investment Opportunities for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

Rental Return to City Centres Presents Investment Opportunities for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

As a result of the pandemic, the demand for rental property in city centre areas dropped off massively. This was largely prompted by a search for space as people stuck in city centre flats during lockdown moved out to commuter areas. Of course, with many offices being closed and work from home orders in place,…

Liquid Expat Mortgages Reacting to the Latest Housing Market Figures

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With the housing market constantly evolving, Stuart Marshall of Liquid Expat Mortgages takes some time to react to the latest figures from the UK property market and unpack the implications for UK expat and foreign national investors. The Figures. House prices are still soaring. In April 2021, Rightmove reports that the average price of a…

UK Property Market Still a Great Prospect for UK Expats and Foreign Nationals.

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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…

Expat Investors and the Rise of Commuter Areas

Expat Investors and the Rise of Commuter Areas

At Liquid Expat Mortgages, we’ve been discussing the rise of a whole new set of consumer preferences in the rental market. Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and the various enforced lockdowns, there has been a marked increase in discussions with expat buy-t0-let investors. “Whilst we are not estate agents per se, we are…

What Do The UK’s High House Prices Mean for UK Expats Looking to Invest?

What Do The UK’s High House Prices Mean for UK Expats Looking to Invest?

According to Zoopla, one of the world’s leading property portals, UK house prices are nearing their highest levels in four years – an average of £223,700. As of the end of January, house price growth reached its highest since April 2017 – 4.3%. But what does this mean for UK expats and overseas buyers looking…

Where to Invest as a UK Expat or Overseas Buy-to-Let Investor in 2021

Where to Invest as a UK Expat or Overseas Buy-to-Let Investor in 2021

2020 was a year dominated by COVID-19. But, propped up by various government incentives, the UK housing market remained resilient and resistant to the tumultuous effects of the pandemic. With Zoopla predicting that house prices will grow again by 5% through the early part of the year, there is one question that many potential investors…

Predicting the UK Housing Market Trends for 2021

Predicting the UK Housing Market Trends for 2021

2020 was a tumultuous year for the UK housing market. With the highest growth in six years and many state incentives helping to stimulate demand, the UK housing market again showed why it has such a strong reputation for investors all over the world. Zoopla reports that the value of homes sold in 2020 was…

How Much Money Do You Need to Invest in UK Property as an Expat or Foreign National?

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Why Invest in UK Property? There are so many reasons to invest in UK property. One reason might be adding another source of income through rents. Another might be saving for the future through capital growth. As far as investments are concerned, UK property is one of the safest and easiest ways to build your…

Guide for Hong Kong Residents Looking to Buy in the UK: London or Manchester?

Guide for Hong Kong Residents Looking to Buy in the UK: London or Manchester?

With so many great investment options in the UK for Hong Kong buyers, we weigh up the two most popular choices – London and Manchester. Why are Hong Kong Residents Attracted to the UK? In an interview with the Financial Times, Mei Wong, Head of International Sales with Knight Frank, said that she believed the…

Where to Buy in the UK as a Hong Kong Investor.

Where to Buy in the UK as a Hong Kong Investor

It’s a great time for Hong Kong residents to buy property in the UK. On the 22ndof July, the UK government revealed plans to introduce a special visa for BNO (British National Overseas) passport holders in Hong Kong. The UK, Hong Kong and BNO Passports. A BNO Passport is a travel document issued to people…