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The pandemic has had a major impact on our lives and the global economy. Our beloved property sector was by no...
22 April 2022
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With new research finding over 10 million UK adults are considering becoming a holiday let landlord and the volume and total...
20 April 2022
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Search demand for holiday homes in South Devon rose by as much as 100% in 2021, suggesting a record year for...
06 April 2022
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Following a record low for the hospitality industry in 2020 and a mixed 2021 amidst the yo-yoing regulations, demand is finally...
21 March 2022
From: Breaking News

With ITV's Our House currently gripping millions of TV viewers, property experts have outlined how property fraud - which plays a central...
11 March 2022
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We’re currently in a cost-of-living crisis. Living costs are rising at their fastest rate in 30 years; a typical domestic energy bill will...
11 March 2022
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We’ve entered a new month, which means new beginnings and refreshed confidence as we navigate a post-Covid world. Quite aptly, this...
04 March 2022
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In this guest piece, Dennis Chan, head of international sales at Chestertons, gives his take on the off plan market and...
04 March 2022
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A leading Spanish home builder has drawn on its 60-plus years of experience to provide information and advice to those who...
11 February 2022
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In this guest piece, Sascha Badelt, managing director of Cloverhut, outlines what investors should (and shouldn't) be doing when it comes to...
26 January 2022
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The start of a new year is often a time for reflection, and for investors, it is a prime opportunity to...
21 January 2022
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One of the challenges that any developer faces when building entry-level homes is how to stand out from the crowd. Build...
20 December 2021
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From knowing the best time to buy a home to understanding what’s needed before you can put in an offer, it...
08 December 2021
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Here, in this latest PIT guest piece, Ellen Klein - editor at Sleep Junkie - outlines how investors should buy their first...
29 November 2021
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As a property investor, you are more than likely to require building work at some point – whether you are flipping...
01 November 2021
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In the final instalment of our Black History Month investor special, we speak to Roland John, co-founder of property information platform,...
29 October 2021
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Since the start of the pandemic, recent figures have shown that more than 11,000 second-home owners in England have opened their...
20 October 2021
From: Breaking News

Subsidence damage, if left untreated, can cost homeowners anywhere between £3,000 to over £250,000 – meaning it could prove very costly to...
13 October 2021
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Building and construction expert, Thomas Goodman at MyJobQuote, offers five tips to keep your home renovation project, whether big or small,...
11 October 2021
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In this guest piece, Rob Lessmann, founder of Design’d Living, explores his five top tips for creating an attractive, luxe interior in...
06 October 2021
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An updated and revised book offering ‘the essential guide’ to converting industrial buildings for profit has been released by property experts Ian...
04 October 2021
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In April 2020, right in the heart of the first lockdown, we ran a guest piece from Harvey Raybould about whether...
01 October 2021
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In this advice article, Mike Liverton, founder and chairman of Jetstream Hospitality Solutions, outlines some top tips for investing in apartments...
27 August 2021
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With the rise in people relocating permanently to the British coast as holidaying takes a backseat, Chris Baguley, commercial managing director...
11 August 2021
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As the property investment industry becomes ever more complex, it can be difficult for a first-timer to take the plunge and...
06 August 2021
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Property auctions provide the perfect opportunity for investors, whether you’re looking to add to your portfolio or release some capital. As a buyer, you...
02 August 2021
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Here at PIT, we have covered a number of stories in recent times about the potential dangers of get-rich-quick schemes, often...
05 July 2021
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With 99% of holiday lets already fully booked for the summer in popular UK areas, Matt Fox of holiday rental marketplace...
07 June 2021
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It emerged a few weeks ago that TV stars Ant & Dec and Phillip Schofield are set to lose around £8...
10 May 2021
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This May Day Bank Holiday, PIT is running a staycation special series on a range of topics associated with a market...
03 May 2021
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Since April 12, overnight stays in self-contained accommodation in England with members of a person’s household or bubble have been allowed,...
23 April 2021
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A north-west based property development company has put together a comprehensive checklist of the top things UK property investors need to...
19 April 2021
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Recent research from CIA Landlords revealed the top 10 locations where landlords can potentially make the most profits from buy-to-let. Brighton, Bangor,...
12 April 2021
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Property investment can be very profitable over time and is seen as one of the safest forms of investment during times...
07 April 2021
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Last week, two of the UK’s biggest housebuilders – Barratt and Berkeley – held webinars aimed at investors. While new-build developments have traditionally...
24 March 2021
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Investors trying to expand their portfolios can avoid delays caused by residential buyers taking advantage of the Chancellor's stamp duty extension by using four 'buy-to-let hacks', according to broker Mortgages...
10 March 2021
From: Property Investment & Strategy

In this tips piece, the experts at JustBoilers.com outline the most popular house paint colours which are likely to have the...
09 March 2021
From: Property Investment & Strategy

In theory, investing in the European property market is simple, but in reality it can be a little more challenging. The first...
01 March 2021
From: Breaking News

From March 1 2021, HMRC’s new VAT domestic reverse charge for building and construction services comes into effect. With this in mind,...
24 February 2021
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There has been an increasing trend in recent years for property investment courses which promise financial freedom and untold riches for...
17 February 2021
From: Breaking News

This time of year is normally the season for social media and headlines to be filled with New Year resolutions, with...
03 February 2021
From: Breaking News

2020 was a challenging year for many industries across the world, and especially those in the UK. Amongst national lockdowns, stringent...
20 January 2021
From: Property Investment & Strategy

Despite 2020 being a turbulent year for many businesses across the UK, the property market actually saw a mini-industry boom. As...
15 January 2021
From: Property Investment & Strategy

Fast-growing Build to Rent company Moda Living has joined FOOTPRINT as a founding member, pledging its commitment to net zero carbon. FOOTPRINT is...
21 December 2020
From: Breaking News

For anyone looking to purchase a second property, the experts at regulated fast house sale site Good Move have provided all...
11 December 2020
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With some 20% of the UK’s carbon emissions coming from domestic buildings, the importance of sustainable construction has become undeniable. Over the...
11 December 2020
From: Breaking News

In a competitive market, it’s a challenge to get prospective buyers through the door, so when they arrive your property needs...
27 November 2020
From: Property Investment & Strategy

You may have heard people say that as the coronavirus continues and a possible recession approaches, this spells the end of the...
27 November 2020
From: Breaking News

Sometimes even seasoned investors will need guidance, help and assistance, particularly during times of crisis and uncertainty. With the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic,...
23 November 2020
From: Breaking News

We all know it’s important, as an investor, to keep up to date with current and future rental trends in order...
16 November 2020
From: Breaking News

The Covid-19 pandemic has changed so many things for so many people. For international real estate agents in Spain, it has...
10 November 2020
From: Overseas Property

HMOs are an important part of the UK housing market as they offer students and young professionals affordable accommodation. There is...
10 November 2020
From: Property Investment & Strategy

When you're disposing of a property, you’ll have to take certain things into consideration, from choosing an estate agent to sell...
04 November 2020
From: Breaking News

If you are dreaming of buying a property in Spain, there is so much to think about and many things to...
30 October 2020
From: Overseas Property

No matter if you have a property abroad, a holiday home, or rent a place long-term, 2020 has definitely been a...
30 October 2020
From: Overseas Property

Property auctions help to minimise the chances of complications in the homebuying process. However, there are still measures you will need...
30 October 2020
From: Property Auctions

Virtual viewings are on the increase according to a new study by the UK's technology-led estate agent, Purplebricks, with one in six buyers...
30 October 2020
From: Property Investment & Strategy

According to recent statistics, British homeowners have spent an average of £4,035.70 each on house renovations this year. With people spending...
30 October 2020
From: Property Investment & Strategy

The Green Homes Grant scheme went live on September 30 2020, offering landlords and investors the chance to apply for £5,000...
30 October 2020
From: Property Investment & Strategy

With new regulations and rules now in place for landlords, our in-house property experts outline their 10 essential safety requirements for...
30 October 2020
From: Legislation, Regulation & Compliance

Gas Safety Week is an annual event, that took place 14-20 September in 2020 and aims to raise awareness of gas safety...
30 October 2020
From: Legislation, Regulation & Compliance

The current stamp duty holiday provides a window of opportunity for property investors. It’s particularly good news for those just entering...
07 October 2020
From: Breaking News

Despite another national lockdown seemingly on the horizon, the property market remains resilient, with the stamp duty holiday and other initiatives...
05 October 2020
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Advice has been offered to both those thinking about selling their Spanish property and those looking to buy in the country...
05 October 2020
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In this guest article, Andres Manzano, head of product (business) at PagoFX - a money transfer app launched earlier this year by...
02 October 2020
From: Breaking News

Purchasing a property abroad is rarely a straightforward process, even at the best of times, but at present there are even...
09 September 2020
From: Breaking News

Most universities will be reopening in some shape or form from late September/early October, and an increasing number of students attending...
21 August 2020
From: Breaking News

Although the world as we know it might have changed since the pandemic, people’s plans to build or improve their homes...
05 June 2020
From: Breaking News

An extension is a worthwhile investment that can add 20-30% to the value of a property while simultaneously providing a much...
27 May 2020
From: Breaking News

It’s really important now, more than ever, that investors think strategically – with so much uncertainty and so many unknowns as...
25 May 2020
From: Breaking News

It can be tempting to jump on the latest interior design trends when renovating your investment property. However, just because Farrow...
20 May 2020
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In recent weeks we have extensively covered the impact of Covid-19 on British buyers in Spain, including how buying with a...
01 May 2020
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29 April 2020
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Throughout the property industry, in response to the challenges posed by Covid-19, various webinars have been held offering top tips, guidance,...
27 April 2020
From: Breaking News

The coronavirus crisis has affected the property investment market in many ways, from cancelled short-lets bookings and people worried about the future...
06 April 2020
From: Breaking News

The coronavirus pandemic currently has us all in lockdown and getting used to a new world of social distancing, self-isolating, remote...
03 April 2020
From: Breaking News

The co-founders of The Property Podcast have announced dates for their first ever Property Hub Live event. Rob Bence and Rob Dix...
02 March 2020
From: Breaking News

Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned one looking to build your portfolio, you will need to consider how you...
17 February 2020
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Welcome back to Women in Property Investment, your bi-weekly dose of tales, tips and tidbits from inspiring women breaking barriers in...
14 February 2020
From: Breaking News

The short-let rental market is booming, despite controversy and opposition around the world. In recent months, we have covered both the...
29 January 2020
From: Breaking News

What happens in Quinta do Lago – a gated community and golf resort in Almancil, and one of the Algarve’s most...
18 December 2019
From: Breaking News

Whether you’re a first-time landlord or a seasoned investor, finding the right buy-to-let investment is far from simple. With many factors to...
17 December 2019
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Increasingly, landlords have had to adapt to stay on top of the trends within the property and lifestyle sector to boost...
08 November 2019
From: Breaking News

In the second of two guest pieces for Property Investor Today, Jana Korpova-Harris, director at the Luxury Property Show - which...
23 October 2019
From: Breaking News

The latest statistics from Cifas revealed that mortgage fraud is up 5%, but what exactly is it and what can lenders,...
09 October 2019
From: Breaking News

With the current chaos swirling around Westminster – from the prorogation by Boris Johnson to this week’s Supreme Court ruling that...
27 September 2019
From: Breaking News

The first release of homes at Moda Living’s flagship Build to Rent Angels Gardens scheme in the heart of Manchester have...
13 September 2019
From: Breaking News

Neglecting your loft is easily done, with many people simply using it as a storage spot for bits and bobs that...
30 August 2019
From: Breaking News

Mulberry Cottages has announced the expansion this autumn of its free ‘Holiday Let Masterclasses’ for prospective buyers across the South of...
14 August 2019
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The children are off school, which means the summer break has officially begun and people are gearing up for the holidays....
25 July 2019
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An ‘eBay style’ online property auction launched by Loveitts has hit the ground running with its first lot selling for over...
03 July 2019
From: Breaking News

Property is an appealing investment: it’s been proven (in a favourable market, of course) to increase in value and it’s a...
21 June 2019
From: Breaking News

When furnishing a rental property, it’s important to think about how you can maximise your income and really make the most...
17 May 2019
From: Breaking News

If you are already the lucky owner of an investment property, you may be questioning how you need to dress and...
13 March 2019
From: Breaking News

For landlords, experiencing occasional void periods is inevitable and often out of your control. If a tenant’s circumstances change, they could...
11 March 2019
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An Artificial Intelligence-powered property investment website is claiming to offer investors and landlords an alternative to property portals Rightmove and Zoopla. One &...
20 February 2019
From: Breaking News

Serviced accommodation specialists Pass the Property recently announced an upcoming event to showcase the company’s approach to creating luxury serviced accommodation. The...
09 January 2019
From: Breaking News

With the next Homebuilding & Renovating Show fast approaching, two industry professionals share their thoughts and top tips on the most...
07 December 2018
From: Breaking News

Letting a home can be an intimidating task if you’re doing it for the first time. You may have deliberately entered...
06 December 2018
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Being a student landlord can be very lucrative, especially if you choose a densely populated investment location. Student properties are always...
05 October 2018
From: Breaking News

If you are selling a property, it is important that you present it in the best condition to potential investors, in...
13 September 2018
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Tell us about yourself? I’m currently the founder and director at online credit broker and comparison site Lending Expert which includes our second charge...
06 August 2018
From: 60 Second Interview

Last year, Savills statistics showed that investment into student accommodation had risen by 17%. And with the number of students being accepted...
30 May 2018
From: Breaking News

Financial services comparison site GoCompare has announced the creation of its property investment calculator. Teaming up with property expert Henry Pryor, GoCompare’s...
25 May 2018
From: Breaking News

The Ideal Home Show 2018, held at Olympia London from 17 March to 2 April, has announced its line-up of property...
09 February 2018
From: Breaking News

The Overseas Property Show returns to Birmingham this weekend, showcasing hundreds of luxury properties in Portugal, Spain, Cape Verde and California. Taking...
24 January 2018
From: Breaking News

With the lettings market traditionally heating up in autumn, property investors will be looking at ways to make their rental homes...
25 October 2017
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A number of buy-to-let landlords are turning their attention to student housing, which is regarded by many property investors as a...
30 August 2017
From: Breaking News

Most landlords are unable to identify a fake passport when presented with one leaving them vulnerable to fraudsters with fake ID’s, according...
14 July 2017
From: Breaking News

When investing in buy-to-let, you can’t always be sure when the appliances and pipework in the property were last serviced and...
13 July 2017
From: Breaking News

If you are a buy-to-let investor you are may be required to take action to ensure that your rental properties comply...
11 July 2017
From: Breaking News

Auctions are a great way to acquire property competitively, with a wide range of bargains often going under the hammer. But...
06 July 2017
From: Breaking News

Auctions provide an excellent way to buy property competitively, with a number of great deals often secured under the hammer. However,...
04 July 2017
From: Breaking News

Auctions are a great way to acquire property competitively, with a wide range of bargains available under the hammer, but only...
04 May 2017
From: Breaking News

Kicking off 2017, we’ve predicted stabilisation in the property market with sustainable growth and high demand. Whether you’re looking to take...
27 January 2017
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With student housing becoming an increasingly popular investment in recent years, Mish Liyanage at the Mistoria Group explains how you could...
23 December 2016
From: Breaking News

As we enter into the holiday season, there is a good chance that your tenants may be planning an extended break...
22 December 2016
From: Breaking News

Many Britons often think about the idea of jetting off overseas to invest in property. Well, if you are planning to make...
20 December 2016
From: Breaking News

With the new EPC changes coming into force in April 2018, those who invest in the private rented market should already...
16 December 2016
From: Breaking News

Damage caused by storms, burst pipes and from break-ins were listed in a report earlier this year as the primary reasons that...
12 December 2016
From: Breaking News

Scott Hendry of Together shares some tips on buying at auction. Buying at auction is a popular choice for property investors...
02 December 2016
From: Breaking News

Auction rooms across the UK are often filled with property investors looking to buy property, ensuring that hundreds of residential and...
01 December 2016
From: Breaking News

When investing in a new property, you can’t always be sure when the appliances and pipework in the building were last...
29 November 2016
From: Breaking News

You may have to pay capital gains tax if you make a profit when you sell property that is not your...
04 November 2016
From: Breaking News

Specialist lender Together has joined forces with buy-to-let and commercial mortgage broker TBMC to provide property investors with auction and bridging...
20 September 2016
From: Breaking News

Short-term property finance lender LendInvest has joined forces with LOT11 to become the funding partner for those seeking to buy property...
23 August 2016
From: Breaking News

The market is changing; the act of investing is based on risk versus reward. No investment is guaranteed, but how can...
14 April 2016
From: Breaking News

As we move into spring and the majority of auction houses have now had their first events of 2016, now is...
24 February 2016
From: Breaking News

Reinventing Renting, which identifies opportunities for landlords to enhance their lettings businesses, has been launched by the National Landlords Association (NLA). The...
17 December 2015
From: Breaking News

Student property is currently the UK’s best performing asset class, with over £4 billion invested into the sector in the first...
18 September 2015
From: Breaking News

Connells Residential, one of the UK’s largest estate agencies, is launching Invest Fest – its first ever event dedicated to property...
18 September 2015
From: Breaking News

The Bournemouth and Poole Landlord Exhibition being held at the Bournemouth International Centre (BIC) in October this year is expected to...