So what is the silent property crash? If you’ve been following the housing market, you might have noticed that house prices have been relatively flat or slightly declining in some areas over the past year. Meanwhile, general inflation has been skyrocketing until the last few months. This disparity has significant implications for real house prices,…

So what is supported living in Property? And in what way does it help people to lead more independent lives? Supported living in property refers to a housing arrangement designed to help individuals with various support needs, such as those with disabilities, mental health conditions or the elderly, live more independently. This model of housing…

Following on from yesterday’s post, and my conversations with friends about starting out in Property – should you use a company for your property investments? It depends on your individual situation, but I’d say that given everything that’s going on with the Government’s approach to private property investors, and weighing up the various pros and…

Last week I was asked by some friends about how to start out in property. It reminded me of how much there is to know in property when you are starting out, so I thought I’d share some considerations with you if you are considering starting out on your journey in property. This is assuming…

The 18-year property cycle is the concept that property markets follow a relatively predictable pattern of boom and bust over an (average) 18-year period. This cycle can be broken down into four distinct phases: recovery, mid-cycle dip, explosive phase and recession. Recovery. This phase follows a recession when property prices are relatively low, and there…

Property prices (and more importantly values) tend to increase over the long term due to a combination of economic, demographic, and social factors. Here are some key reasons: Inflation. Over time, inflation erodes the purchasing power of money, making money less valuable and leading to a general increase in prices across the economy. This is…

Following on from yesterday’s post on looking at areas, 3 more free tools today to help you dig-in to to a property you’re looking at. Floods. If you’re not checking this one, you really should be. Unfortunately floods seem to be happening more and more. Check out the risk before buying here. Get the Data….

Deciding on whether or not to go for a particular area or property can be difficult. Whether you’re looking for your own home or an investment property, there is alot to consider – and you’ll need alot of information to help you come to a decision. Here are 3 quick-fire free tools to help you…

Key Factors That Make a Property a Good Investment in the UK Not all properties promise a good investment. Here are five key factors that can help you identify a lucrative opportunity. 1. Location, Location, Location Location is paramount. Properties in thriving urban centres, commuter towns, or areas undergoing regeneration often see better appreciation and…

Which Property Strategy should you use? What are the risks? How quickly will you reach your goals? What do I NOT know? Where do I start? Is the government going to ruin everything? What about tax? Will this actually create social good? Is that really what I want?! If we’re honest with ourselves, we’ve all…