Investment

What Can Property Offer Investors

With property there are two main ways of making an investment return:

• Income producing – you can earn money by renting out the property
• Capital appreciation – there is the potential to sell for a profit if the property increases in value

Of course, there are many factors to take into consideration in order to make the maximum return on your UK property investment. Here we aim to share our knowledge and answer some of the important questions that you may have. If at any point you feel like you need some more information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.

Risks of Property Investment

Naturally, as with any investment opportunity, property investment comes with its own risks. Property prices, rental demand and rental yields can fluctuate, and as such, property investments must be considered as a medium to long-term investment strategy.

It is important that you plan for the future and are aware of associated costs and tax implications, especially if you are considering a Buy-to-Let investment.

Upi Global Investment for Investors

As a investor, you may have a desired area in mind but there are other factors to take into consideration as well. For instance, you could profit from an off-plan investment, especially if the area you're buying in is undergoing regeneration.  

Upi Global Investment for Overseas Investors 

Financially, the UK is a highly attractive investment for overseas investors right now. The strengthening pound and weak foreign currencies, coupled with UK’s ‘safe haven’ reputation in the property market, make Manchester property an attractive investment for overseas buyers.

Why Invest in Upi Global

In recent years, Manchester has been considered a ‘safe haven’ for property investment, and this opinion doesn’t look like it is set to change any time soon; in fact it remains its greatest asset! 

According to Savills' five-year forecast, Manchester property values are set to rise by 10.4%, with the greatest property growth expected to be seen around Crossrail stations. Forecasts state that houses prices along the line could continue to increase by 3.3% per year above local house price growth until the route’s launch in 2018/2019 – equivalent to an average increase of £133,000!

Manchester benefits from a global demand for homes, but there remains a shortage of supply due to space constraints, increased population, planning delays and not enough developers able to fund and supply homes. Over the past decade Manchester’s population has increased by around 800,000 whereas just 200,000 new homes have been built – and Manchester’s population is expected to increase by more than 1m over the next decade. The consequence of this supply and demand imbalance thereforem means high property price growth.

How Much Will You Have to Spend?

The first thing you need to consider is the cost of your property – and naturally, property prices in key areas of Central Manchester are higher than elsewhere in Manchester or outside of the capital. However, Manchester is a highly buoyant property market, and your initial investment is likely to see capital growth over a relatively short time. Other costs you will need to bear in mind include:

• Valuation and survey fees 
• Legal costs plus Value Added Tax (known as VAT) 
• The cost of searches and enquiries of public bodies (to check that the property you’re buying is genuine, legal and not burdened by obligations or limitations)
• Land Registry registration fees 
• Stamp Duty Land Tax
• Value Added Tax (VAT)