As the economy continues to stagnate, the government is keen to get the housing market moving as much as it can. To this end, there are now numerous schemes that are aiming to help first-time buyers in particular get on the property ladder. The thinking behind this is that first-time buyers are the fuel for the rest of the market and without them able to buy, no one else can move up the ladder.
Is a rent to buy property the correct route for you?
April 8th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Buying Property, Rental Market Comments Off on Is a rent to buy property the correct route for you?
Top buy-to-let hotspots
March 20th, 2013 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Landlords, Rental Market 1 Comment »
The buy-to-let market could be a shining light when it comes to property investment. In fact, according to research, average UK rents have increased by 13.6% since 2009; and in addition to this, the latest Census figures show that the proportion of UK households renting is now at 36% compared to 31% ten years ago . So, if you have the money to invest in property, choosing the buy-to-let market could be the way to go.
What to Look for in a Buy to Let Property
November 5th, 2012 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Landlords, Rental Market 1 Comment »
If you’re considering investing in property, now may be the best opportunity for you to do it, but you need to make sure that the property you are looking to buy is going to make you more money in the long run. If you’ve got some spare cash set aside for your investment, you’re in a good position to start purchasing your buy to let property, but there are several things you are going to need to consider.
What to Consider when Choosing a Rental Property
October 15th, 2012 HIP-Consultant.co.uk Posted in Landlords, Rental Market 1 Comment »
There could be a whole host of reasons as to why you want to rent, from it being the more affordable option to a short-term stay in a particular area, but this doesn’t mean that choosing a rental property is any more lighthearted than actually buying one. From the start you need to know exactly what you should be looking for, what cautions you will need to take, all the while looking at everything as if you are the buyer.