Property Knowledge Zone

Investment Property Partners “Property Knowledge” zone is our information and resource area developed specifically for property investors, property developers, wealth managers, and finance and investment professionals.

Our property knowledge zone brings together a comprehensive series of helpful property investment guides, articles and other resources written specifically for the real estate and property investment community. Additionally, our property investment specialists have also developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops covering key aspects of property investment, property management and real estate development.

The specialist subjects covered in our knowledge zone include construction and property development; property finance, asset valuation and tax; issues affecting landlords and day-to-day property management; property investment, legal issues associated with the ownership of real property assets, regulatory compliance, and free online property investment calculators and more.

Property Knowledge Zone…

How to Sell Property at Auction – Guide to Selling Property at Auction

Understanding how to sell property at auction can be important for property owners and investors particularly if you have a highly desirable property or plot of land to sell, or if you need to convert your property assets into cash quickly. When it comes to property auctions, most prospective property investors will be aware of the basics of buying a property in this way, but not all of us understand what goes on when you decide to sell property at auction. This could be about to change however, as more and more property owners and investors are recognising the advantages of making a quick sale using this highly effective sales platform.

Buying Off-Plan Property & New-Build Developments

So here you are, thinking of investing in property but undecided as to what part of the property investment sector to tackle. The options are numerous and include commercial property, buy to let, student accommodation, development land and even off-plan property developments. To help you make up your mind Investment Property Partners have put together some valuable information focussed on buying off-plan property and new-build development opportunities which makes for essential reading before you take the plunge in to the world of property investment.

Buying Property in Spain – Spanish Property Buyers Guide

If you are searching for that dream holiday home abroad or simply looking to invest in an overseas property then buying property in Spain could be just what you’ve been looking for. Spain, or to give its formal title the Kingdom of Spain is one of the largest members of the European Union and is located to the South West of Europe on the Iberian Peninsula. The Spanish mainland is bordered by Portugal, France and Andorra, with coastlines on to the Bay of Biscay, the Mediterranean Sea to the south and east, and the Atlantic to the west and northwest. Spanish territories also include the popular holiday destinations of the Canary Islands in the Atlantic Ocean, and the Balearic Islands in the Mediterranean.

When you speak to any British holiday home investor, if you ask them where they would most prefer to own their ideal holiday home they will tell you more often than not that it is Spain – and it is not hard to see why.

Residual Method of Valuation for Land, Property & Development Appraisals

In property development circles the residual method of valuation is an essential valuation tool for any aspiring developer as it helps to quickly identify the value of a development site, land or existing buildings that have the potential to be developed or redeveloped.

The words “property development” and “development appraisal” should go hand in hand. This is because without a carefully constructed budget or detailed development appraisal in place, the risks associated with a development opportunity should be considered to be unmanaged and consequently the chances of achieving a successful project outcome are significantly reduced.

Buying Retail Shops & Shop Premises – Guide for Property Investors

If you are new to the property investment arena or experienced property investor and are considering buying retail shops and shop premises then you might be surprised to learn that there are good opportunities to invest at many different levels in the retail property sector. It is also worth noting that shops and retail premises often offer higher investment yields, although there are reasons for this that we’ll touch on later.

Many would say that investing in property takes a lot of “bottle”, a bit of luck and requires an element of risk… but whoever got anywhere without all three?

Conveyancing solicitors and licensed conveyancers

Conveyancing Solicitors & Licensed Conveyancers – Guide to Buying & Selling Property

If you are an active property investor or developer then it is more than likely that you’ll be familiar with the process of conveyancing… and if you are not then you’ll need to get up to speed and quickly. In the UK conveyancing describes the legal process associated with the transfer of legal title of property from one person to another. To help you there are expert conveyancing solicitors and licensed conveyancers that offer specialist assistance to both property buyers and sellers to protect their interests throughout the property transfer process.

Conveyancing can be a complicated process but is essential and helps to protect both buyers and sellers ensuring that property transactions comply with all relevant legal and financial requirements.

Renewing or Ending a Business Lease – Commercial Property Guide

If you are a business owner or property manager and rent commercial property for your business in the UK then you should understand how business leases operate, especially what is involved in renewing a business lease or if you no longer need the property, how to end a business lease.

Ending, or indeed renewing a business lease is usually pretty straight-forward, but only providing you understand the specific legal procedures involved and go about it in the correct way.

Section 106 agreements and planning obligation for property developers

Section 106 Agreements & Planning Obligation – Guide for Property Developers

If you are an experienced property developer then you’ll be all too familiar with section 106 agreements, also known in property circles as planning obligation. If however, these are unfamiliar terms and you are currently considering commercial property development or redevelopment opportunities that fall under the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 then you’ll need to get up-to speed… and quickly.

Section 106 agreements or planning obligations form a specific part of the Town and Country Planning Act 1990 and although it isn’t the largest section of the Act, it does play an important role when it comes to planning law.

Tenancy agreements, Assured Shorthold Tenancy, Regulated and Assured

Tenancy Agreements – Assured Shorthold Tenancy, Regulated & Assured Tenancies

If you are a buy to let landlord or you rent residential property to tenants in the UK then it is important that you are familiar with the different types of tenancy agreements that are commonly used in the private rental sector. You should learn how to recognise the main forms of tenancy agreement and know where to use them including Assured Shorthold Tenancy agreements (ASTs) Regulated Tenancies and the more basic Assured Tenancies.

Investment Property Partners landlords and property investors guide to tenancy agreements covers the most common forms of tenancy agreement used in the UK, where to use them, and the rights of both landlords and tenants given under the agreements.

Ground Rent Investment – Investing in Ground Rents as an Alternative Strategy

If you are an active property investor reviewing the alternative investment vehicles available in the property and real estate investment arena then you may have already come across ground rent investment opportunities. If you are looking for super high returns (and the super high risks that usually accompany them) then investing in ground rents is probably not for you. However, if you are searching for more solid, steady returns and an opportunity to diversify your property portfolio then investing in ground rents could certainly be worthy of further investigation.

Investment Property Partners property investors guide to investing in ground rents reviews a number of issues that you may wish to consider if you are reviewing ground rent investment opportunities.

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