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Top UK Cities for Property Investment: Leeds 09 05 2018 It was the textiles industry - woollen cloth in particular - that propelled Leeds onto the world scene in the 19th century; the city’s Temple Works Mill was the largest of its kind at the time. Increased automation and jobs...

Top UK Cities for Property Investment: Birmingham 09 05 2018 In the 1960s, average wages in Birmingham were higher than in London. It was at the heart of UK manufacturing and had the lowest unemployment rates in the country. But this came with problems, and a chronic shortage of labour...

Top UK Cities for Property Investment: Liverpool 09 05 2018 For generations, Liverpool was one of the world's greatest port cities. In its prime, 40% of all world trade was passing through its docks. But in the second half of the 20th century, the rise of mechanised container shipping meant...

Top UK Cities for Property Investment: Sheffield 09 05 2018 Sheffield earned its nickname ‘Steel City’ as one of the world’s foremost steel manufacturers, pioneering new production methods and inventing what is today known as ‘stainless steel’. Global competition in the steel industry led to the city’s decline in the...

Top UK Cities for Property Investment: Manchester 09 05 2018 The city has gone from a powerhouse of the industrial revolution through its cotton industry in the 18th and 19th centuries to be one the UK’s main digital hubs in the 21st. Thanks to intensive regeneration, investment and development over the...

You Ask, Alesco Answers”(YAAA) – Can I haggle over price when investing in buy to let? 09 05 2018 Buying the right property at the right price is the foundation of every good investment. We focus on new builds here at Alesco where prices generally come as standard. However, when it comes to older properties, you – as the buyer...

What’s Going on in the Buy to Let Sector? 09 05 2018 Let’s take a look at what the new regulations mean for landlords and how you can still make a healthy profit with this highly desirable asset class… New Regulations First of all, we need to acknowledge that the buy to let sector...

Why Invest in Buy to Let? 09 05 2018 Specifically, we are looking at “Why invest in buy to let?” We are also providing our top tips on this investment channel to ensure that you hit and exceed your investment goals. Buy to Let in Context First thing’s first, buy to...

The Lowdown on the Tenant Fees Bill Report 09 05 2018 This means understanding the fundamentals on which the market is established as well as ongoing developments. All of this knowledge will stand you in good stead to make wise, informed decisions about your investment portfolio. Making Changes in the UK Housing...

News Bite - HS2 Developments 09 05 2018 As you may already know if you’re a keen reader of our blog, the Birmingham buy to let housing market is growing more and more appealing by the day. Major regeneration and infrastructure investment is transforming the city, injecting both...

News Bite – Hotel Investments in the Northern Powerhouse 09 05 2018 This group of cities is comprised of Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds and Sheffield where experts have identified and brought to fruition some of the best returns on hotel investments in the UK housing market. Our property investors at Alesco are always keen...

Why is Birmingham a good place to buy? 09 05 2018 Since the time of the Industrial Revolution, Birmingham has been a landmark city. Often nicknamed Britain’s Second City, it is renowned for its culture and history as well as its vast business opportunities. It boasts a huge financial sector and a...

You Ask, Alesco Answers (YAAA) – What is a regulated buy to let? 09 05 2018 As part of our buy to let 101, we want to take a look at a question that many of our customers ask: “What is a regulated buy to let?” There are three main reasons why a mortgage would be treated...

Buying a Property that Requires Substantial Renovation 09 05 2018 While the main driver for buying a property that needs renovation is the idea of the short-term investment making a fast profit, there are many situations where the renovated home ends up losing money instead of turning a profit. The Long...

A Savvy Approach to Student Housing Investment 09 05 2018 First you must decide about your investment goals and the type of returns you wish to see – that might be short-term gains or slow and steady long-term profits. You must also consider aspects such as the level of risk...

News Bite – Safe as Houses 09 05 2018 The rise and rise of Birmingham as a property investment has continued with the news that the city is the safest place to live in the whole of the UK. Research from Compare the Market analysed 30 of the UK’s major...

The Impact of New HMO Regulations on PBSA 09 05 2018 While some landlords have chosen to set up a limited company to reduce their tax bill, two more major changes are now being introduced. Landlord Licensing Announcements have been made to introduce a new licensing extension for HMOs for those landlords whose...

Why is UK hotel investment activity on the rise? 09 05 2018 A new report shows that a strong level of investment activity in the market during the second half of 2017 contributed to total annual investment volumes of £5.5bn. This marks a 44% increase from 2016 that shows just how attractive...

You Ask, We Answer: How do I approach researching a property developer? 09 05 2018 One of the most essential checkpoints is to research your property developer thoroughly before signing on the dotted line. Amateur property developers will try to wriggle out of promises when things go wrong. They may also encourage you to invest in...

Why 2018 Is the Ideal Time to Invest into Student Accommodation 09 05 2018 Whether you’re looking to invest with Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA) or purchasing buy to let, there are plenty of opportunities available. International Investors Student property remains a strong asset class with great returns. Even during times of economic downturn, the student...

How are Buy to Let Mortgages Different to Regular Mortgages? 09 05 2018 While you would be easily forgiven for thinking that home mortgages are one and the same, buy to let mortgages actually fall into a very different category. When you purchase a buy to let, it is considered a business transaction which...

You Ask, We Answer: What checks should I make on prospective tenants when letting a property? 09 05 2018 You’ve bought your buy-to-let property, completed updates to make it a desirable rental and you’re ready to start populating the rooms. Even though it feels like the difficult part is over, it’s essential to make sure that you have a...

How to Strike the Right Balance Between Yield and Growth… 12

How to Strike the Right Balance Between Yield and Growth… 09 05 2018 One of the best ways to position your portfolio for best results is to learn how to strike the right balance between yield and growth. …with Buy-to-Let Property Firstly, it’s important to understand that different types of investments are best suited to...

Do I Need to Take Legal Advice on My Property Investment Choices? 09 05 2018 Making the decision to invest in property is a wise one but it comes with a caveat. You must be patient. While the process is usually fairly straightforward, there is a lot of fine print. It’s essential to complete all...

Is Brexit a Good or Bad Omen for UK Property Investments? 09 05 2018 With Donald Trump’s recent visit to the UK and the joy-then-sorrow of the World Cup battle, it would seem there is no space left for Brexit coverage in the media. But, of course, there’s plenty going on behind the scenes as...

Buy to Let: Invest now or Bide your Time? 09 05 2018 There’s no question that buy to let is the property investment buzzword of 2018. But the experts are offering different opinions over when is the best time to invest in such a property. So, should you snap up your buy to...

News Bite: the Construction of Scape Brighton 09 05 2018 With student populations increasing all the time, expectations have also risen among young people expecting higher and higher standards of accommodation. In line with this trend, there are a growing number of sophisticated student accommodations currently in construction across major university...

The Most Common Mistakes Investors Make When Purchasing Property on the Open Market (and How to Avoid Them) 09 05 2018 Property investment is a prospect that many people are attracted to - and it’s no surprise. It’s an exciting sector with great opportunities and a wealth of potential for high yields. But too many investors make the mistake of getting overexcited...

You Ask, We Answer: What’s the Current Situation in the UK Hotel Investment Market? 09 05 2018 Whether you’re investing into a new section of the property market to diversify your portfolio, or you’re a seasoned investor expanding your hotel investments, it’s always important to have up-to-the-minute insights into how the market is performing. And it’s looking very...

What Are the Costs and Variables of Purchasing a Buy-To-Let Property? 09 05 2018 Buy to let is a fantastic investment, as long as you are aware of the many variables associated with such a purchase. Over the decades, this has become a much more complex investment choice with more stringent tax measures being...

Investing in Student Accommodation: The Essentials 09 05 2018 If you’re thinking about investing in student accommodation, you’re onto a good thing. With two students for every one purpose-built bed space in the UK, there’s plenty of opportunity in this property investment sector and this level of demand is...

News bite: The healthcare property investments success story continues… 09 05 2018 We’re always keen to hear about the latest activity and positive growth in alternative property sectors and UK healthcare real estate is the current market that has all the experts talking... After the 2017 market broke all manner of records with...

The Best Places to Invest in Property in the UK for 2018-19 09 05 2018 We are all aiming to achieve financial freedom, which is why making informed investment choices is so important. Having a sound overview and healthy knowledge of the property market essentials will go a long way towards supporting the creation and...

Regeneration of Brentford 09 05 2018 With its incredible connections making it a trading and business hub from the past to the present. Significant efforts are being employed to regenerate Brentford and the Great West Corridor. A total of £1.85 million in funding has been secured from...

Why Invest in Hotel Rooms 09 05 2018 Hotel Rooms have long been a growing investment sector in the UK, providing essentially an alternative form of buy-to-let property with a continuous stream of short term tenants. Investing in a hotel room tends to be one of the lowest risk...

Bedford Regeneration 09 05 2018 Enhancing the Town & Preparing for the Future Bedford Borough Council is has a long-term masterplan setting out delivery for sites in and around Bedford town centre, which is a key project within the One Public Estate Transforming Bedfordshire programme. This helps...

Bracknell – An Economic Powerhouse? 09 05 2018 Surveys show, 85% of people say it is a great place to live and that it is one of the best 20 places to live. “Since 2010, Bracknell Constituency has seen the generation of over 200 new businesses, with the claimant...

Do Your Duty to Buyers or Face the Consequences 09 05 2018 Building a Britain Fit for the Future On March 5th Theresa May called on developers to “do their duty for Britain” and tackle delays in homebuilding but warned them that she would “not rule out any options” if they failed to...

Birmingham Smithfield Regeneration 09 05 2018 It is an exciting time for Birmingham. The City is experiencing unprecedented levels of investment in infrastructure and major new development schemes are coming to fruition. Coupled with the wealth of existing cultural and economic assets Birmingham's national and international standing...

Property Investment Hotspots of 2018 09 05 2018 The first schemes of the Northern Powerhouse are finally being realised courtesy of foundation improvements. While the HS2 Rail Network could magnify the appeal of cities from the Aire to the Mersey. A recent report by KPMG suggests the North East, North...

HS2 Rail Confirmed 09 05 2018 Britain’s high-speed rail lines to the North-West, East Midlands and Yorkshire have been confirmed. This means new connections will be made between Birmingham, Manchester, Liverpool, Leeds, Sheffield and the East Midlands – with all of them being linked to London by...

Great British Property Show 2017 09 05 2018 8th - 9th December - Hyatt Regency Johannesburg, South Africa We look forward to seeing you there... Click Here to Open Brochure

Brexit by March 2017 09 05 2018 Now that PM Teresa May has announced that Article 50 will be triggered by the end of Q1 2017, Aspire Invest Director John Evans comments on what this will mean for the UK property market Britain’s Prime Minister Teresa May has...

Exchange rates and the property market 09 05 2018 With Sterling at its lowest level against the Dollar since 1985, there has never been a better time to overseas investors to buy UK property Many overseas investors are seeking to take advantage of the weaker pound by putting their money...

Northern Powerhouse 09 05 2018 It’s made many headlines over the last few years, but what exactly is the Northern Powerhouse? And how will it affect real estate investment in the region? Is it an idea? Is it a place? Is it happening right now? Over the...

Interest Rates linked to Housing Market 09 05 2018 Low interest rates mean savers are looking for other ways to make their money work for them Low interest rates are the last thing that savers want to see. When the Bank of England announced the latest cut to just 0.25%,...

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