Looking Back on the UK Housing Market for 2020

Looking Back on the UK Housing Market for 2020

For many, the end of 2020 has been a welcome sight. 2020 was a year of rampant uncertainty with most people around the world questioning the security of their employment and their way of life. However, there was one notable exception to this uncertainty – the UK housing market. Growth and Resilience. According to Nationwide…

The Ultimate Buy-to-Let Guide: Part Two

The Ultimate Buy-to-Let Guide: Part Two

In part two of Liquid Expat Mortgages’ buy-to-let guide, Stuart Marshall continues his assessment of the buy-to-let market. “Despite many fears, 2020 has continued to be a very good year for buy-to-let investors in the UK property market. Whilst demand has eased slightly in recent months, it remains 34% higher than last year, whilst a…

Is Everything As It Seems in the Buoyant UK Property Market?

Is Everything As It Seems in the Buoyant UK Property Market?

“One of the things that many found surprising in the aftermath of the UK’s first Coronavirus lockdown was the buoyant recovery of the UK property market. It’s been a keen topic of discussion here in the office and with our expat mortgage lenders” says Stuart Marshall of specialist expat mortgage broker, Liquid Expat Mortgages. “There…

The Benefits of Buying Property Through a Limited Company as an Expat.

The Benefits of Buying Property Through a Limited Company as an Expat.

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…

More First-Time Buy-to-Let Investors are Looking at UK Property

More First-Time Buy-to-Let Investors are Looking at UK Property

With new investors from both the UK and overseas looking to enter the UK housing market, we sit down with Stuart Marshall, CEO of specialist expat mortgage broker Liquid Expat Mortgages, to ask what’s behind the rise. Alongside this, we’ll also examine how UK expats and foreign nationals are obtaining expat mortgages and what to…

Residential or Buy-to-Let Mortgages for Expats

Residential or Buy-to-Let Mortgages for Expats

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…

Buying UK Property as a Foreign National

Buying UK Property as a Foreign National

Owning a UK property is a financial goal for many foreign nationals. And it’s a good goal to have – UK properties can yield rewarding dividends as investments and are generally considered safe and secure. If you’re not British, it might seem difficult to buy a UK property. However, it’s actually easier than you might…

Why Hong Kong Residents Should Look to Invest in the UK Now!

Why should Hong Kong residents be looking to buy UK property? There are so many reasons. And now is a great time to be a potential investor, with the UK market primed for investment from Hong Kong. Why should Hong Kong investors look to the UK property market? Most people are aware of how lucrative…

Where to Buy in the UK as a Hong Kong Investor.

Where to Buy in the UK as a Hong Kong Investor

It’s a great time for Hong Kong residents to buy property in the UK. On the 22ndof July, the UK government revealed plans to introduce a special visa for BNO (British National Overseas) passport holders in Hong Kong. The UK, Hong Kong and BNO Passports. A BNO Passport is a travel document issued to people…

The Stamp Duty Holiday and Increasing Overseas Mortgage Enquiries.

The Stamp Duty Holiday and Increasing Overseas Mortgage Enquiries

Overseas Mortgage Enquiries Increasing. The UK property market is completely unique at the moment. Whilst many countries are experiencing a period of depression in their housing markets, the demand in the UK has been at unprecedented levels in the last few months. Much of the demand is from foreign investors and there are many reasons…