by Mark Draper | 4 Apr 2025 | Property Investment
The UK’s single-family rental market has experienced unprecedented growth, with investments surpassing multifamily housing for the first time in Q1 2023. You’ll find major institutional investors committing over £12 billion to this sector, attracted...
by Julie Hanson | 28 Mar 2025 | HMO
If you are a property investor who is buying for the first time or someone looking to expand their portfolio, then you might be considering a House of Multiple Occupation (HMO). These are managed slightly differently compared with traditional investment properties, so...
by Mark Draper | 13 Mar 2025 | Property Investment
Birmingham and Manchester have emerged as prime UK investment locations beyond London. You'll find impressive property appreciation (84% in Manchester, 74% in Birmingham since 2011) alongside strong rental yields of 5.55% and 6.8% respectively. Both cities boast...
by Mark Draper | 25 Feb 2025 | Property Investment
Property investment can be physically and mentally demanding. As an investor, you often juggle multiple responsibilities, from managing investment properties to handling unexpected challenges. These tasks can take a toll on your physical health and mental well-being...
by Mark Draper | 14 Dec 2024 | Property Renovation
Most homeowners finance their extensions through home equity options like cash-out refinancing, home equity loans, or HELOCs, which typically offer lower interest rates than personal loans. You'll need at least 15-20% equity in your home and a credit score around...
by Mark Draper | 14 Dec 2024 | Property Renovation
When planning a single-storey extension's foundations, you'll need to take into account several vital factors. Your foundation type – whether raft, trench fill, strip, or pile – depends on your soil conditions and budget, with costs ranging from...
