Property Investment Tips & Info

Can You Be Too Old To Invest In Property?

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 May 2008, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

It’s a pretty obvious question now I think about it, but interestingly, until last week no one had ever asked me whether there is an expiry date on property investors. And to be honest, I’ve never really thought it. But that’s most likely because I’m still hip and funky fresh. Man, I can already feel [...]

Why Are Classified Property Websites So Useful?

3 Comments Comments / Article written on 19 Feb 2008, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I often reference websites like rightmove, primelocation, findaproperty, and propertyfinder in my blog entries. They’re probably the most popular property portals online that assist thousands of estate agents to market their properties which are currently on their shop window.
It’s a good idea not to limit them just for property/estate agent finding search engines, because they [...]

How To Extend Your Lease

31 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 Feb 2008, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

This is probably the one single question I get asked the most frequently- “how do I extend a lease on my property?” The thing with leases is that they can significantly affect the value of a property. The sooner the lease is due to expire, the less the property is worth and the more expensive [...]

My Property Investment Strategy

8 Comments Comments / Article written on 22 Jan 2008, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I’ve recently received a few emails from curious beavers asking me what my property investment strategy is, and what the best way to invest in property is. I’m always reluctant to sell the ‘best’ method because it’s a subjective question and the answer is based upon an individual’s situation and intentions. Ultimately, it depends on [...]

Investing With Friends And Family

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 21 Nov 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Flying solo on a property venture can be a scary concept because the responsibility falls onto one person’s head- YOURS. Let’s face facts; it’s a lot easier to sleep at night knowing that if shit hits the fan, the shit will fall onto multiple overalls.
However, it can also be heartbreaking to split the profits from [...]

Long Term Investors Shouldn’t Fear A Crash

1 Comment Comments / Article written on 14 Nov 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

One likes to watch the casserole slowly stew, while the other likes to barbeque the fillets on full heat. That’s the difference between a short and long term investor. Both can potentially be a satisfying meal, but the short-term investor is looking to get satisfied a little quicker while the long-term investor is happy for [...]

Listed buildings

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 03 Nov 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Are you interested in buying a property that is listed or do you own a listed building and are unsure what it all means? Here’s a quick guide for you.
What is a listed building?
If a building is listed it mean it is protected because it is deemed important in some way, usually in a cultural [...]

Crossover Leases

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 25 Oct 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

What is a crossover lease?
A crossover lease is when two people live in the same building, but have their own flat. Essentially, a building with two seperate flats. Each homeowner has a lease to the flat they own AND the freehold to the other flat in the building. They are commonly used with maisonettes. Here’s [...]

What Are The Signs Of An Approaching Property Crash?

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 09 Sep 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Recently, there’s been a lot of talk about a property crash approaching. Granted, there’s always been a huge group of cynics waiting for a bust for the past 5 years or so, but over the previous months I’ve noticed a slow growth in numbers for “team cynic”. Please note, I’m not implying a property crash [...]

Tips On How To Make Your Home ‘Green’

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 19 May 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Not only is being ‘green’ good for the environment, but also your bank balance. By making simple changes to your home, you can save both the environment and minimize your monthly outgoings. It’s a win-win situation.
As property investors, we should be efficient at saving costs when it comes to our own properties, before trying to [...]

List Of Licensed Property Conveyancers

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 26 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I found this useful website that generates a list of licensed conveyancers by location, so you can track down professional conveyancers that are located closest to you.
Licenced Conveyancers
All “licensed conveyancers” are regulated by the CLC (Council For Licensed Conveyancers), who are qualified specialist property lawyers. Essentially, a licensed conveyancer has to undertake a series of [...]

Free Professional Conveyancing Advice

44 Comments Comments / Article written on 11 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Unfortunately this service is no longer available
“ASK YOUR CONVEYANCING QUESTIONS HERE, AND GET FREE ADVICE.”
Hi,
I’m Luke. I’m here to assist you with any conveyancing enquires you may have. I offer nothing but free, professional conveyancing advice. If you’re unsure about anything conveyancing related, no matter how stupid or simple you may think it is, please [...]

Renting Vs Buying

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 02 Apr 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

Ultimately, whether you should buy or rent really depends on your lifestyle. Here are a list of advantages and disadvantages for renting and buying property.
Advantages of Buying:
Capital growth:
If you buy a property with a 25year mortgage you will own it by the time you finish the mortgage. If you rent, you will own nothing, or [...]

Flying Freehold

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 Mar 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

I’ve already wrote a bit about flying freehold properties in a previous article Freehold And Leasehold, however I thought I would touch up on it, as I don’t think I was clear enough with my explanation. Plus, I know a little more about the issue now than I did before.
Firstly, a flying freehold property [...]

What Is The Age Of My House?

0 Comments Comments / Article written on 07 Feb 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

How can you determine the age of a house, and more importantly, why would you want to?
The other day I was talking to a friend who is also starting a property investment venture. He’s only at the early stages; browsing through potential properties with his estate agent. He was shown this one particular property that [...]

Types of houses

2 Comments Comments / Article written on 05 Feb 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

The most common types of houses in England are as follows:

Bungalow
Cottage
Detached
End of terrace
Flat
Semi-detached
terrace

Bungalow
Although people often think Bungalows and Cottages are the same, they’re actually not, although some may appear the same. Bungalows are low profiles types of housing, as are a lot of cottages, but the distinction comes between the style, history and the pricetag. [...]

Freehold and Leasehold

29 Comments Comments / Article written on 25 Jan 2007, and filed in the Property Investment Tips & Info section

It’s important to know the differences between freehold and leasehold properties when buying property. Most people will be familiar with the terms freehold and leasehold; commonhold and flyimg freehold, however, maybe new to you, so i’m also going to talk a little about that. Essentially, freehold and leasehold are types of estates. Commonhold is a [...]