Finding an investment property

a) You need to consult with your financial/mortgage advisor to establish your budget and your situation.

• We can recommend to you a reputable financial/mortgage advisor (at a preferable rate)
• We can give you an idea of the possibilities open to you with your budget and the risks and costs of owning a rental property
• We can (for those new to property purchasing or daunted by it) explain in plain English the process of buying property, and with you draw up an individual plan of action with support to help you through the process

b) You need to decide upon your target location then research and view suitable properties

• We can advise you on suitable investment locations and show you what you can get with your money in different areas
• We can select a portfolio of potential properties from numerous estate agents that specifically fit your budget and needs. For each of these shortlisted properties we will write for you a report with all required information, pointing out honestly the strengths and weaknesses of each property – these reports will highlight key factors like rental yield, rentability, the kind of tenants the property will attract, future saleability and potential for capital gain
• We can research locations for factors that will affect rentability like, colleges, schools, local services, employment, transport links and the nature of the local community
• We can do viewings on your behalf, or arrange viewings for you and accompany you to advise if necessary
• If you wish to view potential properties we can arrange local accomodation for your visit, schedule viewings, and give you a half day familiarisation tour of the local housing market

c) You choose the property that suits your needs.

• We can advise on the best property for your needs
• We can, if required, carry out further viewings to double-check for potential pitfalls with relevant specialists
• We can arrange any required survey/s with a reputable local surveyor at a preferable rate
• We can arrange quotations for any improvements from high quality local tradesmen