Spain is once again becoming a hotbed for property investment, as low interest rates, rising property prices and growing confidence in the Spanish economy spur interest from expats and foreign nationals in the region. In light of these favourable conditions, mortgage approvals rose 19.8% in 2015, marking a paradigm shift in the direction of the…
A wave of regeneration investment has been sweeping through the heart of Manchester over the past 25 years, transforming the city and its fortunes. Olympic bids, IRA bombings, fading industries and a general sense that the centre of the city needed a fresh start. This chequered past has defined Manchester’s modern history and determined how…
As the 2016 Titans Cup gets underway, Liquid Expat Mortgages is proud to be one of the sponsors of IPG’s prestigious golfing event. 1st March 2016 Tomorrow marks the start of the most high-profile golfing event in the Middle East, the Titans Cup 2016. Hosted by leading property investment firm, IP Global, the first leg…
New 3% Stamp Duty on Second Homes: Your Questions, Answered As the government introduces a new levy for second homes, many property buyers have been left confused about the incoming policy, and how it affects their position. The final details are to be announced on the 16th March, so the infrastructure isn’t yet set in…
An update to the UK’s stamp duty Wednesday’s Autumn Statement from UK Chancellor George Osborne brought an unexpected Stamp Duty rise for buy-to-let investors, along with significant investment in homebuilding. The UK government’s 2015 Spending Review and Autumn Statement on Wednesday afternoon saw the announcement of a number of policies aimed at stimulating demand from…