Buy-to-Let Lending Surges for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors.

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The UK’s buy-to-let market has seen a strong resurgence at the start of the year, with new figures from UK Finance showing a 39% jump in buy-to-let lending. After a period of cautious sentiment among landlords, the combination of falling mortgage rates, strong rental demand, and renewed economic confidence is reinvigorating investment activity. For UK…

Bank of England Drops Base Rate: How Will it Affect Expat and Foreign National Investors?

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The Bank of England has announced a cut to the base rate, which moved from 4.25% to 4%, marking the lowest interest rates in 2 years and a significant turning point for borrowers and investors alike. After a prolonged period of elevated rates, this latest decision signals a more favourable lending environment – particularly for…

Should UK Expat and Foreign Nationals Invest in a Fixer-Upper or a New Build?

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For UK expat and foreign national investors considering a buy-to-let property investment, one of the earliest and most important decisions is whether to purchase a new-build or an older ‘fixer-upper’. Each option has distinct advantages and drawbacks, depending on the investor’s goals, available capital, and appetite for risk. In this article, Liquid Expat Mortgages explore…

North of England Delivering Top Returns for UK Expat and Foreign National Investors

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For UK expat and foreign national investors looking to secure solid returns from UK property investment, the message is becoming increasingly clear: head North. From rising rental yields to below-average property prices and transformational regeneration projects, the North of England is proving to be the strongest performer for investors seeking sustainable income and capital growth….

No UK Residency Needed to Invest in UK Property

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Investing in UK property is a long-standing strategy for building wealth and securing long-term returns and the good news for international investors is that UK residency isn’t a requirement to get started. With strong capital growth, high tenant demand, and favourable legal and lending frameworks, the UK continues to be a leading destination for property…

UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Looking to Expand Their Property Portfolios

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According to Handelsbanken’s 2025 Property Investor Report, 54% of UK property investors are looking to increase the size of their portfolios in 2025. This is indicative of the sense of optimism that is present amongst property investors in the UK buy-to-let market at the moment. Accordingly, the same investor report found that 80% of investors…

Are New Build Homes the Answer to the Government’s EPC Requirements?

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The Government’s ‘Plan for Change’ requires all properties rented in England to achieve an EPC rating of a C or above by 2030. The timeframe on this deadline means that buy-to-let investors need to devise a plan for how their properties can hit these targets – and fast. One of the best ways to meet…

Financial Perks: How UK Expat and Foreign National Investors Can Leverage Their Overseas Edge

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Investing in UK property from abroad has been a common wealth management strategy for UK expats and foreign nationals for a while – but the reasons to do so have never been more compelling. Thanks to specialised lenders offering UK expat and foreign national mortgage products alongside clever financial strategies, UK expats and foreign nationals…

Is UK Property Still a Good Investment in 2025? Here’s Why Expats Shouldn’t Be Put Off by Stamp Duty and Surcharges.

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Despite recent increases in stamp duty and the non-resident surcharge, UK property investment remains a strong and rewarding opportunity for UK expat and foreign national investors. With house prices continuing to rise and mortgage rates falling, the case for investing in UK property is stronger than ever. UK Property Prices Are Still Growing. According to…

How to Re-Mortgage a UK Property as a UK Expat or Foreign National.

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For UK expat and foreign national investors looking to re-mortgage a UK property, the process can seem incredibly daunting. The main reason for this is that most try to conduct a re-mortgage with a conventional high street lender. However, high street lenders are far from the easiest or most cost-effective solution. Why Re-mortgage? ‘There are…