Home or Away? Top Reasons to Invest Internationally With Axis

Choosing to invest internationally can be a big step. True, international investment may carry a slightly higher risk, but that is easily managed when teaming up with the right partner, i.e. an acquisition agent who already has partners in situ in your international location.

Axis has professional, highly-experienced partners in the locations we offer and this article outlines the services we offer to clients investing in the USA. To see the opportunities on offer in the USA today, then skip straight to our currently available USA investments.

First, let’s take a quick look at the pros and cons of investing at home or away.

Local landlord

Many property investors buy locally when they are starting out. Being a local landlord means you are close to your investment and can keep an eye on your property and tenant. This is a fair point. However, it can also have its drawbacks. Your tenant knows you are in easy reach and may try to call you every time they need a light bulb changing.

Ok, so this is a light-hearted example, but it has been known. Of course, assigning a managing agent removes such liabilities. A good managing agent will look after everything for you, leaving you to enjoy your rental income without the hassle. Managing agents typically charge 10% of the rent.

If you are going to employ an agent to look after your investment property anyway, then why not look further afield.

Why invest in the USA?

Smart property investment means selecting your location based upon strategy, as opposed to geography. Whether this is nationally or internationally, it can pay well to look further afield than where you live.

Currently, the USA offers a number of excellent property investment options. In our view, the conditions today represent a once in a generation chance for investors who want to earn quick cash, generate high levels of income and achieve exceptional capital growth.

• Rock-bottom purchase prices. Through Axis you can purchase foreclosures directly from the bank and access the bulk wholesale market, significantly reducing your capital requirement.
• Massive rental demand. Home-owners who lost their property during the crash now need rental accommodation. This presents a ready-made tenant market.
• Market recovery. Property values in some parts of the USA are predicted to double over the next three years and triple in five years, from today's low foreclosure prices. This gives you scope for exceptional capital growth.

Reasons to invest with Axis

As part of our full service for clients’ investments in the USA, whether you are based in the UK or internationally, Axis offers:

Completion support – one point of contact within Axis for all matters relating to the speedy and efficient completion of your property acquisition.

Formation of Limited Liability Company (LLC) – introductions to US attorneys in all jurisdictions in which we operate.

Tax specialists – introductions to US specialist who can advise on all aspects of US and multi-jurisdictional taxation and the best way to structure your affairs.

Annual accounting – introduction to specialist US accountants who can complete the Section 871(d) election, W-8ECI form, 1040NR annual returns.

Individual Taxpayer Identification Number (ITIN) – introduction to agents who can apply for an ITIN on your behalf.

US bank account – introductions to various US banks which will open foreign national accounts.

Managing agents – introductions to specialist managing agents, in all our investment locations, who specialise in working with foreign investors.

Loan finance – access to US banks which provide foreign national loan financing for specific investment opportunities.

Attorneys – introduction to a US attorney who will represent your interests in real estate acquisitions and disposals.

Title agent – introduction to a title agent in each location who will do all title work and provide title insurance.

Insurance – access to US property insurance specialists who will ensure your new property is properly covered.

Money transmission – introductions to specialist money transfer agents who provide excellent exchange rates and save you money on money transfer.

Refurbishment – our experienced refurbishment teams make sure your property is renovated to a high standard and ready for rental.

Clients will be given access to all necessary contacts as soon as they have reserved a property. If you require detailed personal US tax advice prior to purchase we can out you in touch with relevant professionals.

How to invest in the USA

Our portfolio managers are here to help you select the right strategy and location for your own individual needs. So call us today to start building your own, bespoke, USA investment property portfolio.

Call David Ball or Russell Bonner on +44(0)1273 447 300 or email david@axiscontact.com or russell@axiscontact.com

View and download our currently available USA property investments and investment guides.

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Rod Thomas FCA

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