5 of the top spas in Kent
09/02/2013
Kent is a fantastic place to invest in residential property, as it has plenty of amenities that make it an attractive place to live. A relaxing lifestyle can be enjoyed, such as walks on the beach, golf on top courses and leading spa treatments.
What should businesses look for when buying offices?Purchasing offices presents a great opportunity for a business to expand and increase its ability to generate revenue. However, whether an organisation plans to occupy the development they want to buy, or invest in buildings to let out to other companies, it is not a process that should be done hastily. Indeed, there are many factors that need taking into account. |
Which experts should you consult when buying a house to let?The process of buying a property can be a long, complex affair, especially if you are doing so for a buy-to-let investment. It's possible to ease the burden with the help of expert advice, however. We explain who you should consult and why. |
What to look out for when buying investment property in OldhamIf you are looking for your next property investment and would like to spend your cash on Greater Manchester homes in particular, make sure you consider Oldham. The town has a buzz about it at the moment thanks to the extension of the city centre's tram network. |
Essential considerations when rewiring a propertyIf you've purchased an investment property that has a lot of potential, but that needs a full refurbishment, chances are that one of the jobs you'll have to do is completely rewire the electrical system, which is not a simple undertaking. |
Has your property in London hit the £1m mark?If you have a portfolio of London properties, you might have noticed that the value of some of them has sneaked over the £1 million mark. It's not just flats in Chelsea and other prestigious central London locations that this price rise applies to either. |
Why take professional advice when buying commercial property?Purchasing a property, or properties, to let out to tenants can certainly provide a substantial income, but it's important to consider the commitment of buying such a development before handing over any money or signing a contract. In the same way as you would when buying your own home, it's a good idea to seek out professional advice. |
Everything you need to know about commercial stamp dutyIf you wish to expand your business operations by moving to bigger and better premises, then you need to be aware of commercial stamp duty, how it works and the ways you could potentially reduce your bill. |
What impact has the Olympics had on interest in UK property?Many people would agree that the Olympics was a great success as far as London is concerned, both on and off the track. However, did this success extend to the property market or did it have no effect at all? |
How stamp duty mitigation could help when buying zero-carbon homesWith the zero-carbon property relief from stamp duty set to expire in September, it may be a good idea to explore how stamp duty mitigation could help you reduce your bill or avoid it altogether. Student property touted as the best buy-to-let investmentStudent accommodation is the easiest way for investors to make a return, according to one property specialist. Expert Jon Ainge believes student property is the only buy-to-let market to offer consistently good returns for investors. The real cost of letting a propertyLetting a property is more complex than comparing mortgage costs to monthly rental intake. There are many hidden costs that new landlords often forget to take into account according to expert Sarah Rushbrook from Rushbrook & Rathbone. |
Headlines
|
FAQs about stamp duty and property transfersIf you transfer a property to or from a company, stamp duty land tax may apply. The same is true if you get married and your partner is to assume a share of the property. It is important that you understand stamp duty and how it applies to transfers. |
Call to scrap any increase to empty property rates in ScotlandLandlords in Scotland have joined in support of the Scottish Conservatives to road block any changes to the rates on empty properties. The Scottish Government is planning to increase the rates on empty properties by scaling back previous relief discounts. |
Cost-cutting tenants see rent sharing on the riseShared rental accommodation has grown in popularity as more people struggle to make monthly household payments. But some landlords are less willing to take up tenants who share, despite the financial benefits. |
Coastal homes in danger of flood event says expertCoastal homes are at risk of a major flood event, according to new research. Underinvestment in flooding defences and a false sense of security from investors in low-lying areas of the UK could see a £5.4 billion flood catastrophe take place in the UK. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Most regions see house prices rise in 2011
Nine out of 13 regions across Britain recorded property price increases last year, according to the Nationwide index. The average house price is now around £164,785, up by 1.1 per cent over 12 months and by 0.3 per cent over the past three months. Record low rate to be held again, says Bank of England
The Bank of England has once again voted to keep interest rates at their record low rate of 0.5 per cent, it was announced today. This historic low rate has now been maintained for 23 months. |
|
