Almost 80% of new Buy-to-Let mortgage applications are for limited companies. And there’s good reason for this. From potential tax benefits to mitigating the impact of inheritance tax, there are many reasons for UK Expats to consider buying property through a limited company. Tax Benefits of Buying Property Through a Limited Company. If you’re looking to…
The UK Property Market. According to HM Land Registry, the average UK home costs £247,355. Of course, this varies depending on where you buy. For example, in London – where house prices are higher – the average property cost is £476,588, compared to the average house price in the North East of £126,592. According to…
The UK is becoming an increasingly popular destination for investment for both Hong Kong nationals and British expats living and working in Hong Kong. It’s no surprise given the incredible investment opportunities the UK presents. Market Trends. An increasing trend is that buyers from Hong Kong are investing outside of London. Hong Kong is well…
Reasons for expats to invest in UK property. One of the most common reasons that expats opt for a UK mortgage is that investment in property is a reasonably safe way to save for your retirement and is a pretty effective pension-planning tool. However, there are many other reasons expats should consider taking out a…
Over the last few years the number of UK buy-to-let mortgage completions from Hong Kong residents has grown hugely. UK Property Hong Kong. New figures have shown property enquiries from Hong Kong for UK have grown considerably and as a result so have expat mortgages mortgage completions. According to a number of major…
Falling Sterling UK Buy to Let – Liquid Expat Mortgages has seen interest in Buy to Let Mortgages increase in the last 12 months & there is no let up in the level of enquiries being received. Falling Sterling UK Buy to Let – Liquid Expat Mortgages has seen interest in Buy to Let Mortgages increase…
The UK Mortgage Lenders Price War Rages On Resulting in a Number of Casualties. There has been a price war going on between UK mortgage lenders resulting in a number of casualties who have either been forced to quit the mortgage marketplace completely or revise their strategy and look to identify new markets. There is…
Zoopla’s UK Cities House Price Index has reported strong market conditions in the north with average house price growth of 3.6% In northern cities underlying market conditions remain strong, with supply and demand more in balance. This is helping to support annual average price growth of 3.6% across this region. Liverpool is witnessing the…
Stuart Marshall of Liquid Expat Mortgages has been keeping an eye on UK Expat Landlords choosing to buy investment and BTL properties in limited companies. Since the government introduced new tax reforms for Buy to let Landlords, many investors have started to purchase property investments through limited company structures (or SPV’s). “According to latest…
The simple answer to this common question asked by British Expats is “No.” It is not essential to have UK credit history in order to raise a UK mortgage. This guide offers some insight into how lenders look at mortgages for expats and three quick tips on how a UK expat can create and improve…