Rod´s Property Investment Blog

Enjoy Rod's insights and personal views about property investment. Rod's personal views are opinionated, often challenge the status quo and may create huge disagreement. But at the same time we hope you'll enjoy his unique perspective on the world of investment property.

Is It Time to Buy an American Investment Property? The Experts Say YES!

The USA property market is “bottoming out” according to experts. Lewis Ranieri, US mortgage specialist and chairman of US financial services provider Ranieri Partners, said at a New York conference (May 2012): “Many, myself included, think we are at the bottom [of the market].” ...read more

Last updated 16-May-2012 11:30

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The many faces of property investment - and why it´s time investors took a broader view

For almost as long as I can remember, the main focus of 'typical' property investment has revolved around buying a flat or a house and keeping it for rental. The ‘normal’ buy-to- let. However, in recent times the whole spectrum of property investment has massively widened to incorporate a whole new variety of assets. ...read more

Last updated 15-May-2012 09:59

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The many faces of property investment - and why it´s time investors took a broader view

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Last updated 15-May-2012 09:51

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Rod´s Primer to Investing in Property Through a Self-Invested Personal Pension (SIPP)

This article is aimed at people who are unhappy with the performance of their pension (that's all of you then!) and people considering contributing cash to a new pension. I'm going to explain briefly what a self-invested personal pension (SIPP) is, why it exists and what it means for potential investment performance. ...read more

Last updated 16-Apr-2012 13:14

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Special Report - Rental Britain (Spring 2012)

Savills and Rightmove have released a special report titled Rental Britain (Spring 2012). The 14 page analysis of the UK market asks: “A nation of renters? Examining the opportunities and challenges facing the private rented sector in the UK.” ...read more

Last updated 13-Apr-2012 15:22

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How to Make 19% Net Per Year From £25,000 Investment in a ‘Rustbelt’ City

Overseas Property Professional (OPP) magazine recently ran an article titled “The Rustbelt Returns”, in which the north east USA city of Buffalo (New York State) was promoted as an excellent choice for overseas property investment. The article cites low cost properties, with strong yields and the possibility of capital growth over time - in fact, prices in Buffalo have grown 25% since 2006. ...read more

Last updated 13-Apr-2012 12:12

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Income vs Growth Through Property Investment: What should you target and how can you achieve it?

In recent years the property investment landscape has radically changed. The recent property crash turned many expectations and attitudes on their head. The same big question remains - should you focus on income or capital appreciation? Underlying this question is a second one - is it possible to achieve both of these outcomes? ...read more

Last updated 02-Apr-2012 14:53

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Government Encouragement Sought For Landlord Entrepreneurs

The Association of Residential Landlords (ARLA) says the forthcoming budget is an “open goal” for the Chancellor to encourage investment in the UK’s private rented sector (PRS) and support growth in the economy. In ARLA’s budget submission, the body has urged the government to support this growth by removing prohibitive barriers to further investment. ...read more

Last updated 29-Mar-2012 14:00

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What Is A HUD Home and What Can It Do For Me?

Investors with an interest in US property have probably heard of HUD homes, but what are they and how can they benefit your own portfolio? In this article we look at the characteristics of HUD homes and how, as an Axis investor, you can use them to your advantage. ...read more

Last updated 29-Mar-2012 13:48

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20% Net Annual Returns: 12 Months’ Investment History Revealed

If you would welcome the opportunity to receive a guaranteed income of 20% pa for the next couple of years, followed by the potential of either continuing to receive a high return or cashing out for a very substantial capital profit you owe it to yourself to explore this investment in more detail. ...read more

Last updated 27-Mar-2012 14:03

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