Invest & Management Service

Objective & Expert Advice
As specialists in the acquisition and management of UK residential property, we act solely for the purchaser and therefore provide independent and truly objective advice. Our expertise gained over 25 years of trading in the London residential market enables us to act for you through every stage of the property investment process. You simply instruct us, put down a deposit, and leave the rest to us.

Strategic Planning
We discuss your needs and identify priorities such as rental return and/or capital growth, before agreeing an acquisition strategy. Our investors - private individuals and limited companies from the UK and overseas - often seek to diversify from other forms of investment such as shares. They usually have a common, long-term aim - to build up and maintain a profitable residential portfolio in order to benefit from the rising London property market, and the growth of the Private Rented Sector.

Mortgage Finance
We can arrange mortgage funding of up to 80% LTV (but recommend a lower percentage at present) for most categories of investor, from a range of UK lenders offering highly-competitive rates of interest. This enables investors to 'gear-up' to maximize the opportunity for capital growth, although we do point out that property values can go down as well as up. We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority (FSA).

Property Search & Acquisition
We agree and execute a programme of property purchases, seeking out and short-listing properties for the client's final scrutiny, before negotiating the keenest-possible prices with the vendors or their selling agents. We engage solicitors, arrange surveys, progress the purchase through to completion, and take possession.

Preparation & Furnishing
We prepare the property for letting, refurbishing and furnishing as required. Our contacts with furniture suppliers and contractors enable us to deliver quality products and good service, at the most competitive prices. As well as saving you time and trouble, we ensure the property is prepared in the most suitable way, with the future tenant in mind.

Letting, Rent Collection & Management
We then find suitable tenants - usually corporate or professional, and always thoroughly vetted - collect rents and fully manage the property into the longer-term. We inspect the properties regularly, carry out repairs and periodic maintenance, and account to the client each month.

Portfolio Management & Performance Analysis
In addition, we provide annual analysis of each property's performance, and of the portfolio as a whole. We advise on future strategy, and provide financial information for tax purposes. Loan interest is allowable against rental income, which usually enables income tax liabilities to be minimised.

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