Disadvantages of Buying Leasehold Property in the UK 2023

  • Shaz Nawaz
  • August 31, 2023
  • 9 min read

Buying a home is a major achievement in people’s lives. When it comes to purchasing leasehold properties, the process is rather complex. You may end up facing a lot of expenses. That is why it is important to fully understand the advantages and disadvantages of buying leasehold property. This guide will cover the cons and […]

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Bankruptcies in the UK – How Long Does It Really Last?

  • Shaz Nawaz
  • August 28, 2023
  • 8 min read

People want to declare bankruptcy to write off heavy debts and start over. An individual can file for their own bankruptcy, or their creditors can go to court to declare them bankrupt. It is not a simple process, and you should think it through before going down this road. That is why this guide will […]

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The rules of bankruptcy regarding joint ownership are tricky. If a joint owner declares bankruptcy, then their assets are transferred to a trustee. The trustee is responsible for managing and selling the assets. These proceeds of sale will pay off the bankrupt owner’s debts. Now, the question arises: can jointly owned property be seized UK? […]

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A company can close due to insolvency or through voluntary closure of a solvent company. When this process takes place, the assets are distributed. How they are distributed depends on the route you take to close the company. Which brings up the question: what is a cash liquidation distribution? This guide will explain this and […]

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Is a Family Member Considered a Lodger in the UK

  • Shaz Nawaz
  • August 25, 2023
  • 8 min read

If you are the owner of a Buy-to-Let property, then perhaps you thought about renting to family members. Although such an arrangement is beneficial, it is more complex than renting to a tenant that is a stranger. A question that often comes up in people’s mind is: is a family member considered a lodger? This […]

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If you decide to sell a property that is not our primary residence, then usually you must pay CGT. It is paid on any financial gains you get from the sale. On a residential property, capital gains tax is 18% to 28% of the gain. Thus, it is not the total sale price. You can […]

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How Does Inflation Affect Property Prices?

  • Shaz Nawaz
  • August 23, 2023
  • 8 min read

Since 2008, the average annual house prices keep steadily increasing in the UK. You can look at the statistics provided by the Office of National Statistics. House prices saw an increase of 9.6% years on year between the years 2021 and 2022. There are many factors that contribute to an increase in house prices. For […]

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Social property investment is about dealing with affordable and social housing solutions to the housing crisis and addressing the recent spike in homelessness in the UK. Although this property strategy mostly focuses on adding social value to the property investment, nonetheless it can be a very profitable market.  The Homelessness Reduction Bill over the next […]

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How To Invest In Serviced Accommodation In The UK?

  • Shaz Nawaz
  • August 21, 2023
  • 7 min read

Serviced accommodation is a type of property that is fully furnished and is offered both for short and long-term let. it might include facilities similar to those offered at hotels. These types of properties are mostly rented by companies who need to temporarily provide accommodation to their employees away from home or as a holiday […]

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Student housing has two main types, the first is similar to an HMO but aims at students, and the second is Purpose Built Student Accommodation (PBSA). Both share similar downsides and benefits which should be considered for a long-term property investment strategy. The bright side of this type of investment strategy is that it generates a […]

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