The Autumn Statement for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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The Autumn Statement in Brief. The headlines from the Autumn statement were as many expected for a Rishi Sunak prime ministership, with the new government trying to fill a £55bn hole in the government’s finances through tax rises and spending cuts. One of the key takeaways from the autumn statement for the housing market is…

The Impact of High Inflation for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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With the Bank of England’s most recent set of gloomy announcements for the UK economy, inflation is set to reach 13% by the end of 2022. ‘With inflation at this incredible high, many of the discussions we’ve had with prospective UK expat and foreign national investors have centred around whether or not it is wise…

First Time UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Emboldened by Relaxed Mortgage Affordability Rules

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As of August 1st, the Bank of England has relaxed mortgage affordability rules. Liquid Expat Mortgages explains why this is good news for first time UK expat and foreign national investors. Unpacking the Relaxed Mortgage Affordability Rules for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors. ‘The Bank of England’s recent relaxing of mortgage affordability rules should…

UK Expat Limited Company Buy-to-Let Continues to Grow

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The continual increase in the numbers of landlords looking toward limited company buy-to-let mortgages shows UK expats and foreign nationals the best way to use a UK expat or foreign national buy-to-let mortgage. UK Expat Limited Company Buy-to-Let Growing Again. According to a survey conducted by Paragon Bank, the number of landlords looking at limited…

UK Expat Holiday Lets Hotting Up for the Summer

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With June underway, the holiday season is coming into full swing and many British travellers are turning their minds to sun, relaxation, and trips away. However, an increasing number of holidaymakers are looking towards UK stays or ‘staycations’ as the effects of the Covid-19 pandemic continue to influence behaviours in everyday life. Why Holiday Lets?…

Unpacking the Most Recent Interest Rate Rise for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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What is the Most Recent Interest Rate Rise? On the 5thMay, the Bank of England raised the base rate by another 0.25%, bringing it to 1% – the highest base rate since 2009. Who is Most Affected? The base rate rise is obviously of the most interest – and concern – to those on standard…

What the Spring Budget Means for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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With reports that inflation will average 7.4% this year, Rishi Sunak’s spring budget was expected to help mitigate the effects of the spiralling cost of living. With a view to doing this, the chancellor announced a 5p cut on fuel duty, a 1% cut in basic rate income tax (to come into force in 2024),…

How Can UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Adjust to the New EPC Rules?

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As of 2025, new EPC rules mean that landlords will not be able to accept tenants in a property with an EPC rating of a D or below. And these new rules surrounding the permissible EPC ratings of rental properties have already begun to shape investor behaviours. What’s Happening in Response to New EPC Rules?…

Domestic Buyer Conditions Helping UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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With the cost of living rising in the UK, Liquid Expat Mortgages looks at how the market conditions for domestic buyers might act as a buoy for those utilising a UK expat or foreign national mortgage. Domestic Buyer Conditions Increase Availability for UK Expats and Foreign Nationals – The Rising Cost of Living. The bank of…

Limited Company Buy-to-Let Set to Stay for UK Expats and Foreign Nationals in 2022

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There has been a notable rise in the number of buy-to-let landlords holding their properties in a limited company instead of in their name. We have discussed this before. But, according to Companies House, there were 47,400 new buy-to-let company incorporations in 2021. With this trend really set to stay, it’s time to look at…