Property training - Property ownership, risk management and diversification

Property Ownership & Asset Diversification

Property Ownership, Investment Risk & Asset Diversification

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines issues around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification including direct and indirect property ownership models and what this means to an investor.

The training course examines the process of securitisation of real property assets, property derivatives and the opportunities they present for investors; and concludes with an in-depth review of property investment risk management and the application of portfolio theory and asset diversification.

This in-depth property investment training course is supported by a number of case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Direct & Indirect Property Investment
Recognise the different types of direct and indirect property investment and how they can be used to create advantage.
Property Funds, Trusts & Companies
Understand the different structures and performance objectives of funds, trusts and listed property companies.
Securitisation
Appreciate the securitisation process of real property assets and how this can be used to advantage.
Indirect Investment
Recognise the opportunities presented by indirect property investment vehicles such as REITSs and property based derivatives.
Property Derivatives
Understand the current property based derivatives market, product availability and future market projections.
Risk Management & Asset Diversification
Appreciate the need for prudent risk management and the benefits of portfolio analysis and asset diversification.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Alternative routes to property ownership

An introduction to the different types of property based assets.
Direct and indirect property investment models compared.
A review of the types of indirect property investment vehicle available.
Investment funds and trusts and how they operate.
Understanding the structure of different types of property company and their performance objectives.
Understanding the securitisation process for real property assets.
Securitised investment vehicles.
Review of tax efficient investment vehicles.
An introduction to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
An international perspective.

Property derivatives

An introduction to property derivatives and the opportunities they present.
A review of the main types of property derivative currently available.
Property Index Notes.
Total Return Swaps.
Forwards / Futures.
The advantages and disadvantages of property derivatives.
A review of current market conditions and product availability.
A perspective on the development of future derivatives products.

Understanding property investment risk management

An introduction to managing the risks associated with property investment.
Identifying the risks and how to manage them.
Risk evaluation through computer modelling.
How to develop robust risk management strategies.
Practical risk management tools.
Market transparency and accountability through the Investment Property Databank (IPD) and other recognised sources of market intelligence.
A perspective on popular international and emerging markets.

Portfolio analysis & diversification

An introduction to portfolio analysis and the benefits of asset diversification.
Typical characteristics of a diversified investment portfolio of assets.
Diversification and the “Risk – Return” trade-off.
Portfolio performance evaluation.
The role of real property assets in a diversified portfolio.
A review of current market trends.
A perspective on international portfolio structures.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Ownership & Asset Diversification

Property Ownership, Investment Risk & Asset Diversification

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines issues around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification including direct and indirect property ownership models and what this means to an investor.

The training course examines the process of securitisation of real property assets, property derivatives and the opportunities they present for investors; and concludes with an in-depth review of property investment risk management and the application of portfolio theory and asset diversification.

This in-depth property investment training course is supported by a number of case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Direct & Indirect Property Investment
Recognise the different types of direct and indirect property investment and how they can be used to create advantage.
Property Funds, Trusts & Companies
Understand the different structures and performance objectives of funds, trusts and listed property companies.
Securitisation
Appreciate the securitisation process of real property assets and how this can be used to advantage.
Indirect Investment
Recognise the opportunities presented by indirect property investment vehicles such as REITSs and property based derivatives.
Property Derivatives
Understand the current property based derivatives market, product availability and future market projections.
Risk Management & Asset Diversification
Appreciate the need for prudent risk management and the benefits of portfolio analysis and asset diversification.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

Contact Us Today

Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Alternative routes to property ownership

An introduction to the different types of property based assets.
Direct and indirect property investment models compared.
A review of the types of indirect property investment vehicle available.
Investment funds and trusts and how they operate.
Understanding the structure of different types of property company and their performance objectives.
Understanding the securitisation process for real property assets.
Securitised investment vehicles.
Review of tax efficient investment vehicles.
An introduction to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
An international perspective.

Property derivatives

An introduction to property derivatives and the opportunities they present.
A review of the main types of property derivative currently available.
Property Index Notes.
Total Return Swaps.
Forwards / Futures.
The advantages and disadvantages of property derivatives.
A review of current market conditions and product availability.
A perspective on the development of future derivatives products.

Understanding property investment risk management

An introduction to managing the risks associated with property investment.
Identifying the risks and how to manage them.
Risk evaluation through computer modelling.
How to develop robust risk management strategies.
Practical risk management tools.
Market transparency and accountability through the Investment Property Databank (IPD) and other recognised sources of market intelligence.
A perspective on popular international and emerging markets.

Portfolio analysis & diversification

An introduction to portfolio analysis and the benefits of asset diversification.
Typical characteristics of a diversified investment portfolio of assets.
Diversification and the “Risk – Return” trade-off.
Portfolio performance evaluation.
The role of real property assets in a diversified portfolio.
A review of current market trends.
A perspective on international portfolio structures.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Law & Financial Modelling

Property Law, Property Finance & Financial Modelling

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines the main principles of property law and legal matters affecting real property transactions.

It examines typical forms of property finance and sources of funding, it looks at useful financial modelling techniques; and concludes with a comparison of buy to let, buy to sell and property development opportunities.

This hands-on property training course is supported by a number of carefully selected case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Property Law
Understand the key principles of property law and the current regulatory environment.
Property Finance
Understand the issues associated with property finance and the current state of the market.
Financial Products
Recognise the different financial products currently available, their key characteristics and understand how they operate.
Selecting The Right Finance
How to match the most appropriate financial product to specific types of property investment project.
Lender Requirements
Recognise what lenders look for in a funding presentation and how best to prepare.
Alternative Funding
Understand alternative sources of funding.
Financial Modelling
Understand financial modelling techniques and how to apply them to create feasibility reports.
Investment Appraisals
Analyse and critically evaluate investment appraisals.
Investment Opportunities
Understand and evaluate buy to let, buy to sell and property development opportunities.
Property Development Process
Understand the complete property development process from initial evaluation, through construction to final sale.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property law, property finance and financial modelling techniques, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment and property development.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Property law

An introduction to property law.
A review of the principle legal issues affecting property acquisition, use and disposal.
Understanding real property ownership, “Title” and the role of the Land Registry.
Key issues affecting the acquisition and ownership of real property assets.
Understanding current planning laws, trends and other regulatory compliance issues.
An international perspective covering popular and emerging markets.

Property mortgages & investment finance

An introduction to property mortgages and property investment finance.
Overview of current market conditions.
Understanding the different financial products available, their requirements and how best to use them.
Secondary mortgage markets.
Funding considerations from the lenders perspective – understanding what they look for and how to use this knowledge.
Alternative financial products.

Financial models for property development & investment

An introduction to financial modelling techniques for property investment.
Application of market research and intelligence.
Developing a credible feasibility report and how to use it.
Practical evaluation, analysis and review.
Analysis of investment and development financial models.

Buy to let property, buy to sell & property development opportunities

An introduction to buy to let property buy to sell and property development.
Understanding the risks and rewards.
Evaluating buy to let property, buy to sell and development opportunities.
Building the development project team.
Project evaluation, budgets, financial forecasting, planning, design, construction management and marketing issues.
Project finance, reviewing the alternatives.
Understanding risk management.
Practical planning, construction programming and managing the project.
Financial control, sales and maintaining profit margins.
Performance evaluation, learning from the past.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with property law, property finance and financial modelling contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Valuation & Investment Performance

Property Valuation & Investment Performance Training

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialists. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This hands-on property investment training course examines issues around property valuation and investment performance and covers important subjects such as discounted cash flow (DCF), net present value (NPV) and the identification and management of project costs.

The course reviews common property valuation techniques, investment performance evaluation; and concludes with a review of opportunities for investors in overseas property and emerging markets.

This invaluable property training course is supported by a number of relevant case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Cash Flow & Funding
Recognise the importance of cash flow, transaction costs and funding requirements in a property context.
Financial Projections
Develop robust financial projections that can be used to help with both project evaluation and funding presentations.
Property Valuation Techniques
Understand the most commonly recognised valuation techniques for commercial property, residential property and development land.
Values
Calculate the value of property assets.
Alternative Valuation Techniques
Understand alternative valuation techniques.
Investment Performance
Evaluate investment performance.
Market Intelligence
Identify useful sources of property market intelligence and apply this data in a practical way.
Overseas Property
Appreciate overseas property and emerging market opportunities.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property valuation and investment performance, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Understanding cash flow

An introduction to discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis including management and forecasting techniques
The importance of net present value (NPV)
Understanding the cost of capital and its impact on investment performance
Evaluation of property costs, fees, tax and inflation
Funding requirements – developing robust financial projections

Property valuation & appraisal techniques

An introduction to property asset valuation
A review of asset analysis and evaluation techniques
Understanding the RICS Blue Book for UK residential property
Understanding RICS based valuations for commercial property assets
Accounting for geography – location, location, location.
Land valuations and appraisal techniques
Alternative asset valuation techniques

Performance measurement & evaluation

How to measure property investment performance
Understanding performance evaluation and sensitivity considerations
Market research, using comparables and other sources of useful information
Overseas property, a practical review of international and emerging markets

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with property investment, appraisal and performance contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Student Property Investment

Specialist student property investment solutions for property investors.

Investment Property Partners is a leading buy to let and student property investment specialist serving clients throughout the UK and internationally. Our experienced property investment team focus on delivering exciting investment opportunities that offer significant income and capital growth potential.

Have you ever considered investing in student property? Well, you would be forgiven for thinking that property investment is not what it used to be.

Prior the last recession there were significant gains to be made by investing wisely in almost any type of property (whether that was commercial, residential or overseas) and many investors actually dedicated themselves to building their own property portfolios in a bid to generate a substantial income stream and build personal wealth.

Fast forward to today and you will see that despite the battering the property sector has taken in the last few years things are now starting to look much more promising, with many investors beginning to refocus on property as a viable asset class in which to invest.

However, there are still some investors who are concerned that there is still work to be done if the damage to property values of the past few years is to be repaired.

Despite people’s reservations however, investment opportunities are still alive and kicking and are particularly fruitful if you care to consider the student property sector.

Whilst much of the property market is still picking itself up and getting back on track, the student property market is still on the up.

Interested in Student Property Investment?

If you’d like to learn more about investing in student property, if you would like to receive information about the latest developments and off-market student accommodation investment opportunities or you’d like to discuss your requirements in more detail with one of our property advisors please contact us today:

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Investing in Student Property

Student accommodation, according to many property and investment experts has bucked the recession well, and is now one of the most attractive property investments to get involved with if you are serious about making good returns.

Good quality student property provides a solid and long-term investment opportunity and is ideal for property investors who are not afraid to take the bull by the horns and get stuck-in.

In terms of financials, it is also impressive… with student property generating some of the highest yields for residential landlords of any group of tenants, and it is this that helps to create confidence in this part of the property market.

Higher rental incomes can also be achieved per property because student lets are usually made on a per-room basis rather than let as a single property.

Additionally, if you needed any more evidence that student property is the way forward, it is a fact that the shortage of university owned and purpose-built private accommodation is helping to push up private sector rental yields even further.

Basically, the numbers speak for themselves, and common sense should tell you that there is a healthy demand for good quality student accommodation as the UK’s thirst for higher education and degree qualifications increases year on year.

Student numbers are rising all the time and there is an accommodation shortfall when it comes to meeting these requirements.

Hybrid Property Investment

If like many other property investors you want to know exactly what student accommodation is all about and what kind of property you should be looking at, now is the time to start researching.

In simple terms, student property combines the best of both residential and commercial properties, and because of this is often known as a ‘hybrid’ property investment.

Students, University Towns & Cities

You will find lots of suitable properties for students in many of the major towns and cities of the UK and this is where you should focus your search if you want to secure the best investment opportunities.

Both London and Manchester, for example, are large university cities with extensive student populations and it is in such areas where you will find student property in most demand.

The outskirts of these areas should also be carefully considered if you want to source good investment opportunities, because here there are likely to be lower priced properties that will still be close enough to the university for students to be interested in renting.

If you want to be successful in your student property investment ventures, remember to source the right areas; the right sized property with plenty of rooms and scope for transformation; and a property that is close enough to the university campus, entertainment, transport and amenities.

Research your Market

Before jumping head first into the student property sector, you should be aware of some of the pitfalls that you will need to avoid along the way.

It would be a lie to say that the investment journey is stress-free and straight forward… on the contrary it is often hard work and takes experience, and a lot of your time and patience to be successful.

One of the first things you should consider before you invest is the current state of the education sector in general, focusing on the projected growth of universities and colleges, and whether this will have a bearing on your investment decisions.

An example of this wider focus is the recent announcement that university fees may be increased from their current cap of £9000 per year.

You should analyse any market research reports you can find on the growth in the education sector that have already been conducted to learn whether predictions indicate an increase or decrease in student numbers in your selected areas.

However, the majority of recent articles on the subject have produced statistics which indicate that, although student numbers may fluctuate, it is nothing too dramatic, so in this respect, student property is still a good investment opportunity.

Financing your Student Property Investment

If you are financing your investment through a bank, building society or specialist property lender you should bear in mind that they are likely to require a larger initial deposit from you than they would when buying an owner-occupied house.

The size of the deposit amount will vary between lenders, but typically it can be anything between 25 and 40 per cent of the total mortgage valuation.

Other aspects that need to be taken in to account include property insurance – as there will be lots of people in the property – maintenance cost provisions; occupancy; and a thorough understanding of the lender’s rental criteria.

Your Key to Success

A lot of what you need to consider is common sense although we would recommend that spending time researching the student property market, identifying popular locations, available properties and prices paid, student demand etc. is key to your success… and if you put the time and effort in you will reap the rewards.

Expert Student Property Investment Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are an investor, property developer or builder seeking to acquire or dispose of development land, building land and plots contact our land and property investment team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Development Land

Development Land & Building Land

Specialist development land solutions for investors and property developers.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and development land specialist serving clients throughout the UK and internationally. Our experienced property experts focus on delivering land and real estate investment opportunities that offer significant growth potential.

Experienced investors, property developers, house builders and property specialists alike all recognise the potential of buying development land as a major investment opportunity.

And why not? Land provides an opportunity for significant gains, it offers excellent profit potential, and it presents a challenging opportunity that allows investors and property developers alike to really push the boundaries.

With this in mind, if you want to realise your investment dream or increase your land bank and property portfolio, you should seriously consider the opportunities that this popular investment vehicle offers.

Interested in Development Land?

If you’d like to learn more about acquiring or investing in development land, building land and individual plots both with and without planning permission, if you would like to receive information about land for sale, including our off-market investment opportunities or you’d like to discuss your requirements in more detail with one of our advisors please contact us today:

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Development Land Values

One of the biggest lures for many investors is the fact that land typically costs far less than property so the levels of finance required to buy that dream plot of land are not as great.

Depending on the location of the development site, its history, planning status, and whether or not there are restrictive covenants in place, land also generally offers plenty of flexibility.

Good Potential for Profit

Of course, the potential for good profits is also known to be one of the biggest reasons why the purchase of development land and building plots is increasing in popularity.

As an example, if you are able to negotiate with the local council a change in the planning status of the land, say from agricultural use to residential housing (use class C3) then you could see a significant increase in the value of your investment.

There are also many tax advantages to purchasing land that investors enjoy.

In simple terms, if you find the right building plot or parcel of development land in the right area and with the right planning permissions then it could have the potential to change your financial situation for the long-term.

Consider this: people will always need homes, and therefore land, so your investment is unlikely to go out of fashion.

Due Diligence & Thorough Research

Although the benefits of investing in building land are attractive for many, it is important to ensure you research your potential land purchase thoroughly before you sign any contract or part with your cash.

Like any property acquisition, there can be significant pitfalls if you fail to take the time to conduct your research and complete your due diligence stages… buyer beware.

Pre-Purchase Development Site Review

There a number of key issues any investor, property developer or builder should consider before purchasing a development site and they include:

Site location
Location of the development site is always very important – always think “location, location, location”. Location is a critical success factor and can mean the difference between financial success and failure.

You should also ask yourself the following questions: Would I want to live or work in this area for either my home or my business? Is it conveniently located close to shops and transport links? And does it have a good feel that will readily entice good buyers?
Intended purpose
Carefully review the intended purpose for the development. Why do you want to buy this plot of land? Is it for the right reasons? Is there good demand for the final product? What about local/competing developments, how will they impact your scheme?
Planning permissions
Does the development land/site have the right planning permissions to allow you to achieve your objectives. If not can the planning permissions be changed easily/successfully?
Legal Issues
Are there any legal restrictions that will impact your development plans. What about restrictive covenants affecting the site, rights of access, access to services such as electricity, water, gas, sewerage etc.
Land Contamination & other issues
Is the site badly contaminated, are there rivers or watercourses that cross the site or are nearby, is the site affected by flooding, what about mines etc? Does anything run across the site, such as buried sewers, electricity cables etc, that may affect your plans? These issues, and others can adversely affect the viability of the development proposals.
Purchase cost
How much will the land cost and can my financial projections accommodate this? Is my development appraisal/financial plan sound? Do I have a good/realistic project plan? Have I taken into account hidden extras and have I calculated wisely for development; renovation and build costs?
Final Development Values
Finally, the all important resale value. You need to question whether or not your project will make you the profit that you need. If it doesn’t then you should either review your figures or move on to another project.

Professional Fees & Stamp Duty

You should also take in to account professional fees as part of your land acquisition calculations and financial projections.

Professional fees are likely to include solicitor’s fees, planning consultant’s fees, planning application costs, and the price for site-survey work – these are all essential if you are to protect your investment and ultimately extract the maximum value from your acquisition.

Stamp Duty, or to give it its full name Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) will also be payable if the land is over a certain price – The current SDLT threshold is £125,000 for residential properties and £150,000 for non-residential land and properties.

Planning Permission, Brownfield & Greenfield Land

Any investor or developer considering investing in development land or building plots should also familiarise themselves with the different categories of land to understand the issues that affect each type, together with the rules and regulations that are in place and that may affect your development plans.

Planning Permission

Incorrectly interpreting the Local Planning Authorities Development Plan, the planning regulations and planning permissions attached to the development land setting out what you can and can’t use the land for could ultimately scupper your venture before you’ve even started.

Greenfield Land

Brownfield and Greenfield land are by far the most common forms of development land sourced by investors, house builders and property developers and both have their issues.

Greenfield land is usually undeveloped land and is generally the most common choice for many property developers and house builders because it typically has not been built on previously, there are unlikely to be any contaminated land issues and the sites often already include natural landscaping, parks and forest areas.

Brownfield Land

Brownfield land describes land that was once occupied by another building usually for industrial or commercial purposes.

Brownfield land is probably the easier option if you want to obtain planning permission for the construction of new buildings on the site, as some form of building was previously there.

Brownfield land does however have additional factors that must be carefully evaluated before acquisition and these can include site contamination and pollution from previous site uses.

If you suspect contaminated land may be an issue it is best to get specialist advice as remediation costs can be substantial.

Expert Development Land Investment Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are an investor, property developer or builder seeking to acquire or dispose of development land, building land or development plots contact our land and property investment team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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UK Holiday Homes

UK Holiday Homes & Second Home Investment Property

Specialist UK holiday home and second home investment solutions.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment specialist serving clients throughout the UK and internationally. Our experienced property investment team advise clients on the acquisition of UK holiday homes and second home investment opportunities that offer significant income and capital growth potential.

If you have ever rented a beautiful country farmhouse, or stayed in a charming fisherman’s cottage that just oozes character and heritage, no doubt you will have fallen in love with the place and started asking yourself whether you could one day pluck up the courage to buy a holiday home for yourself… it has happened to us all.

So many people fall in love, not only with the idea of owning an idyllic holiday home, but also with the rental rewards that can be achieved should they decide to rent their holiday property out to recoup some of their investment and cover some or all of the annual running costs.

Here in the UK, in the right location even the smallest of country cottages can be rented out for in excess of £500 per week and at Christmas, Easter, and during the school holidays there could well be a steady stream of bookings, with people looking for a family holiday or time away with friends here at home in the UK.

Interested in UK Holiday Homes as an Investment?

If you’d like to learn more about investing in UK holiday homes, if you’d like to receive information about off-market developments and holiday properties for sale, or if you’d like to discuss your requirements with one of our property advisors please contact us today:

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Life Changing Experience

Investing in your very own UK holiday home will no doubt be an exciting and life-changing experience that you should thoroughly enjoy.

However, whilst retaining your enthusiasm is vital throughout the journey, you should also remember to keep a clear head and remain calm in times of stress, as climbing the property investment ladder takes hard work and patience… in many ways, the work never stops.

Generally though, if you get good advice and keep your wits about you, you will certainly reap the rewards of a wonderful addition to your lifestyle and more importantly, your financial standing further down the line.

Your Investment Strategy

It is important to recognise that even though investment in holiday homes/the second home property market may appear to be a tempting prospect, there is so much more to just collecting the rent.

Investing in a holiday home in the UK or abroad can be hard work, and in some cases it can take years to deliver exactly what you originally had in mind.

Buying a second home can also be an extremely expensive mistake to make if you don’t get your investment strategy right from the outset.

With this in mind, you should first of all take time out to identify exactly what it is you want to achieve from your investment, decide how you propose to manage it and ultimately whether or not your finances will allow it.

Later on, we will highlight some of the major pitfalls that you should look to avoid and we’ll also outline a few tips to help you on your property investment journey.

Firstly though, we’ll discuss the all-important benefits of owning a holiday home.

Benefits of Holiday Home Ownership

Investing in one or more holiday homes is something most of us can only dream of – yet with around half a million holiday homes in Britain alone, there are plenty of people who have taken the plunge and are now enjoying the financial and lifestyle benefits this kind of investment can bring.

Good Rental Yields

One of the most positive aspects to the holiday rental market are the rental yields that can be achieved from your investment.

For instance, rental returns for good, well located holiday property can be almost double that of typical buy to let properties, and in the right location people will always pay that little bit more to get what they want.

Investing in a holiday property can also be seen as a second income for many people, so that should you lose your main source of income, you will still have a steady influx of cash to tide you over.

Boost your Pension

Good holiday property investments are also likely to benefit from capital growth over time and can be utilised as an effective second pension for many of us… for more information on pensions you should speak to a qualified pension’s advisor.

Your own Holiday Getaway

Aside from the property earning you money, holiday homes are also a great “bricks-and-mortar” asset that you can use time and time again for holidays, week-end breaks and time away with friends and family.

Tax Benefits

Finally, there are also some good tax benefits that potential UK holiday home investors should be aware of.

Because the UK taxman currently treats holiday rental properties as businesses, there are some great advantages that you may not be aware of, and which may ultimately sway your decision.

This is just the tip of the iceberg and you may find that you are entitled to more benefits as you investigate this form of property investment further.

Fluctuations in Rental Income

Be aware that demand for UK holiday homes usually fluctuates throughout the year… for instance, your property may be in great demand at Easter, Christmas, during school holidays or during the summer months, yet you will find that outside of these periods, or when the weather is particularly poor your holiday home may be left vacant.

Ask yourself…

Can I manage and balance these fluctuations in my cash-flow?

Am I financially sound enough to be able to cope until the peak time’s return?

These are points you need to consider carefully when developing your financial strategy.

On-Going Costs

You should also be aware of the hidden costs of holiday home ownership – which can be substantial.

Just like purchasing your main family home, you need to plan and prepare for any unforeseen maintenance costs.

You should also take in to account local council tax charges and any managing agents fees – that is if you’ve decided to outsource the letting and day-to-day management of the property to a local agent.

The cost of furnishing and repair work and the expense incurred in advertising the property will also need to be factored in to your calculations.

Buying your UK Holiday Home

After researching your location and the properties available, getting to grips with the pitfalls as well as the benefits of holiday home ownership, you should now be fairly confident in your ability to make an informed decision on whether to buy or not.

If you still want to press ahead and make your holiday home purchase as straight forward as possible, you should always remember a few basic rules and follow them when reviewing any properties of interest.

Firstly, make sure you calculate your budget and what you want from a property, and then make a checklist of these points and arrange your viewings accordingly.

Once you have decided on a property and your offer has been accepted, you should then get legal advice and professional surveys completed before signing any contracts.

Once these tasks are complete and everything is in order, it’s time to hand-over your deposit and get the ball rolling.

Understanding the Holiday Lettings Market

Of course, some holiday properties will market better than others.

For instance, a two or three bedroom house or apartment will be better for families and groups of friends, so you may get more interest from this sector of the market.

Another useful hint if you want to be successful in the very competitive property game is to keep your property looking in tip-top shape both inside and out.

Also remember, first impressions are everything, so a well maintained garden and a homely and welcoming feel on entering will set you apart, and will undoubtedly provide you with more repeat customers.

Managing your Holiday Home

One of the most important things you need to realise with any property investment is the amount of effort you need to put in to make it successful.

If you are managing your holiday home yourself remember you will have to deal with marketing, new lettings, tenants, rent collection, cleaning and repairs on a regular basis, so you should be prepared to utilise a whole range of skills and deal with the paperwork that comes with it.

The administrative burden of managing your property can sometimes bog you down if you don’t keep on top of it – so bear this in mind.

You should also speak to local letting/managing agents to see what they can do for you, especially if you don’t live locally.

Property management fees tend to be around fifteen per cent of the rental income, but this for some people proves more than it is worth.

Also, always remember to have your property properly insured taking in to account that it is a holiday let, and that it may be vacant at various times throughout the year.

Location, Location, Location

Finally, remember the old adage… location, location, location.

A popular holiday area offering good facilities, local amenities and plenty of sight-seeing opportunities will always do well.

Expert UK Holiday Home Investment Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor seeking to acquire or dispose of a UK holiday home or second home contact our UK property investment team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Overseas Property Investment

Overseas Property & Second Homes Abroad

Specialist international and overseas property investment solutions.

Investment Property Partners is a leading UK and overseas property investment specialist serving clients throughout the UK and internationally. Our experienced overseas property specialists focus on delivering exciting investment opportunities that offer significant income and capital growth potential.

With more than three quarters of a million Brits… and counting… now owning an overseas holiday home or investment property abroad, it is clear that investing in overseas property has a certain lure – not to mention the potential for significant financial rewards.

In fact, over the past few years, the international property market has emerged as one of the most popular and in demand alternative investment models for UK based investors.

Of course, you don’t have to be a property genius to work out why so many people are looking into investment opportunities abroad.

Countries such as Spain, Portugal, France, Italy and Greece typically have lower property prices than here in the UK and they are pretty much guaranteed to be able to offer a culture, a cuisine, a location and a climate to die for.

Interested in Overseas Property?

If you’d like to learn more about buying a second home abroad or investing in overseas property, if you’d like to receive information about off-market developments and overseas property for sale or you’d like to discuss your requirements in more detail with one of our property advisors please contact us today:

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Improved Yields from Overseas Property

Typically, by investing in overseas property you should be able to secure a good source of income, and so improve your overall financial situation.

This is because if you’ve researched your market well and chosen your investment property wisely, there will always be demand from eager holidaymakers wanting to rent out your property for good money, yet you may not have had to pay as much for the property as you would have done in the UK.

Property Investment Opportunities in Emerging Markets

Other benefits of investing in overseas property include tax advantages and capital growth opportunities found in a number of emerging markets.

Good capital growth is one of the biggest reasons people give for their interest in investing in a property abroad and it is not hard to understand their mind set.

Even though holiday home rental markets in the UK can still be profitable, it can be much more straight forward and easier to build capital gains in an emerging overseas property market.

For investors who are particularly property savvy, this will make a lot of sense.

It basically means that if your investment focus is concentrated on economically emerging countries, there will be rewards to be had when the economy, infrastructure and facilities of that country begin to improve.

These growing markets are also more likely to yield better property prices in the future because of their strengthening economies and the increased demand for quality properties that this brings.

With this in mind, your property search should not only concentrate on the local property market and identifying the best in-country locations, it should also take a wider perspective and look at spotting countries with emerging economies that can boast improvements to their infrastructure and facilities as well.

Tax Benefits of Overseas Property

Tax benefits are also a big area that investors in overseas property like to capitalise on when it comes to investment of this type.

Overseas property investment can provide lucrative tax benefits and many investors, so long as they are fully informed, will be able to make the most of the best international opportunities.

Overseas Holiday Homes & Second Homes Abroad as an Investment

For many investors, overseas property or a second home abroad really is the ticket when it comes to investment.

Not only can it be a real money–making opportunity, if it is in a good location you also get the chance to enjoy the property by taking holidays there whenever you like.

Your investment could also be used as a second home, so you get the best of both worlds – a place to head to when you need a break, plus a guaranteed rental income when you return home.

Careful Market Research is your Key to Success

Even though this property investment sector has so many possibilities for making good profits, you should always approach overseas opportunities with caution and research the local markets, property ownership practices and legal systems with great care.

We are by no means trying to put you off, but we’d be wrong to allow you to believe that that this type of investment decision should be taken lightly.

There is no denying, for instance, that some people have attempted to get into overseas property markets and failed, sometimes with disastrous consequences.

However, with the right professional guidance, good research and careful preparation, you stand the best chance of avoiding any mishaps and making a success of your overseas property purchase.

Beware… Different Legal Systems

One of the most important things you should always take into account is that every country is different with regards to legalities, costs and their property buying procedures, so before you start choosing properties that you may be interested in, it is very important you familiarise yourself with the country’s legal systems and property buying and ownership procedures.

If you’ve found a property that you are considering buying you should ensure you look into matters that include legal rights and property ownership, outstanding finance, construction defects, subsidence and any legal covenants or restrictions that may be in place.

It is also strongly recommended that you enlist the help of a local lawyer who will be able to help you navigate your way through the paperwork.

You may also want to consider other specialists – a translator for instance.

Buying a property in the UK is stressful, yet when you throw the language barrier into the mix it can get even more hectic, so you may wish to hire the services of someone who can help you if language becomes a problem.

It may also be a good idea to utilise the services of local historians, especially if you are unfamiliar with the land and history of the country or location – they may throw up some interesting points for you to discuss with your property agent.

Local Taxes & Other Costs

There are plenty more risks and considerations that you need to be aware of before buying a property abroad, but two of the biggest factors always to keep an eye on include finances and taxes.

Local taxes in particular are something you should always be careful about.

Foreign countries have different procedures when it comes to buying and selling property and there are different costs in place.

For instance, some property agents take a substantial cut after the sale has been completed – so always make yourself aware of hidden costs and your legal position.

If you are in any doubt, always get good professional advice.

Expert Overseas Property Investment Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor seeking to buy or sell overseas property or a second home abroad contact our overseas property investment team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Buy to Let Property Investment

Specialist buy to let property investment solutions.

Investment Property Partners is a leading buy to let property investment specialist serving clients throughout the UK and internationally. Our experienced buy to let property experts focus on delivering exciting investment opportunities that offer significant income and capital growth potential.

Investing in the buy to let property sector has always proved a popular proposition for many investors wanting to start investing in property or build on their existing property portfolio, and this trend does not appear to be coming to an end any time soon.

The main reason for this is the fact that there is more scope than ever before for investment growth, and it is an area that has been proved to deliver excellent gains for property investors who are prepared to put the work in and really research this niche sector of the property market.

However, you should not be fooled into believing that building success in this sector of the property market is easy.

Investment of any description takes some serious consideration -and thought -and it is vital that you make time to research all the opportunities, prospects and potential risks.

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If you’d like to learn more about investing in buy to let property, if you’d like to receive information about buy to let properties for sale, including the latest new developments and off-market investment opportunities, or if you’d like to discuss your requirements in more detail with one of our expert property advisors please contact us today:

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Financial Benefits of Buy to Let Property

Typically, buy to let properties should be seen as a longer term investment that when compared to other forms of financial investment can provide excellent returns.

In the UK the buy to let property sector is an excellent area of opportunity for property investors looking to get their hands on a regular income, it is also a great way to build a property portfolio.

It is also acknowledged that buying a property to rent out can benefit you, the landlord in two key ways.

Firstly, a buy to let property can produce a steady income without having to do very much, and secondly it offers the potential for long-term capital growth.

For many investors who have already experienced the benefits of buy to let property, there is no sounder investment to be made.

It has the potential to allow you to retire early, and is an area of investment that will enable you to leave your loved ones something behind when you’ve gone.

In terms of figures, buy to let property certainly speaks for itself.

Before taking into account all the costs of letting, the gross return on investment you can expect to achieve will typically be between 7 and 10 per cent (plus), and the rental income that you make should be approximately 130 per cent of the monthly mortgage repayment – as a minimum.

Buy to Let Property Market

The buy to let property market hit its peak just before 2007, yet shortly after this time the banking crisis and recession hit and the UK and international property markets ended up in dire straits.

Since then however, demand for good buy to let property opportunities has started to rise and now is proving to be a good time to get your hands on a great investment deal.

If, like a lot of people, you are excited about the prospects of what the buy to let investment sector can do for you – now is most definitely the time to get stuck in.

But, even though you may be eager to get your buy to let property portfolio officially up and running, you should bear in mind that you will need to follow certain tried-and-tested guidelines if it is all to go swimmingly.

Buy to Let Rental Yields

Firstly, you should remember that when investing in residential buy to let property you need to invest more for rental yields, not capital gains.

This is because over the next few years, returns on residential property are more likely to be created by yield and not capital gains.

You also need to take into consideration any other additional costs, such as repairs and maintenance works, letting and property management fees, property insurances, and add this to your starting budget.

Buy to Let Mortgages

It is also recommended that you try to mortgage your buy to let property at the highest loan-to-value (LTV) possible.

The main reason for this is that it is considered the best way to gather optimum returns for your own cash.

As a general rule, LTVs are around 75 per cent, although as market conditions improve they have been known increase to as much as 80 per cent and higher for investors with a good credit history, so make sure you are aware of these finance rates and build these into your investment calculations.

Buy to Let Investors Check List

Finally, if you are clear in your mind that investing in buy to let property could do a lot for your financial prospects, don’t waste time – get researching and make the first move now.

At the same time, it is important to ensure that you seek to reduce your investment risk and so increase your chances of success by taking in to account the following:

Best Mortgage
Research the mortgage market for the best buy to let mortgage packages currently available.
Research the Area
Research and learn about the area where you want to buy your property and consider whether or not your target tenants would enjoy living there.
Understand your tenants
Learn about the type of people that the area attracts. Does it attract professionals? Does it attract families? And link this to your target tenant preferences.
Detailed Budget
Prepare a detailed budget and include all purchase costs, ongoing management costs, fees and anticipated rental income. You may also want to include a contingency fund… just in case.
Control your costs
Throughout the whole process, keep an eye on costs and compare them to your original budget.
Sinking or maintenance fund
Always add to a “maintenance fund” whenever you have a bit of spare cash so you are not struggling financially should something arise that you had not planned on paying for. Creating a “sinking-fund” is often a good idea and will certainly help with budgeting year-on-year.
professional advice
Get good, professional advice at all stages of your buy to let adventure.

Expert Buy to Let Property Investment Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

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Property Ownership & Asset Diversification

Property Ownership, Investment Risk & Asset Diversification

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines issues around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification including direct and indirect property ownership models and what this means to an investor.

The training course examines the process of securitisation of real property assets, property derivatives and the opportunities they present for investors; and concludes with an in-depth review of property investment risk management and the application of portfolio theory and asset diversification.

This in-depth property investment training course is supported by a number of case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Direct & Indirect Property Investment
Recognise the different types of direct and indirect property investment and how they can be used to create advantage.
Property Funds, Trusts & Companies
Understand the different structures and performance objectives of funds, trusts and listed property companies.
Securitisation
Appreciate the securitisation process of real property assets and how this can be used to advantage.
Indirect Investment
Recognise the opportunities presented by indirect property investment vehicles such as REITSs and property based derivatives.
Property Derivatives
Understand the current property based derivatives market, product availability and future market projections.
Risk Management & Asset Diversification
Appreciate the need for prudent risk management and the benefits of portfolio analysis and asset diversification.

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If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Alternative routes to property ownership

An introduction to the different types of property based assets.
Direct and indirect property investment models compared.
A review of the types of indirect property investment vehicle available.
Investment funds and trusts and how they operate.
Understanding the structure of different types of property company and their performance objectives.
Understanding the securitisation process for real property assets.
Securitised investment vehicles.
Review of tax efficient investment vehicles.
An introduction to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
An international perspective.

Property derivatives

An introduction to property derivatives and the opportunities they present.
A review of the main types of property derivative currently available.
Property Index Notes.
Total Return Swaps.
Forwards / Futures.
The advantages and disadvantages of property derivatives.
A review of current market conditions and product availability.
A perspective on the development of future derivatives products.

Understanding property investment risk management

An introduction to managing the risks associated with property investment.
Identifying the risks and how to manage them.
Risk evaluation through computer modelling.
How to develop robust risk management strategies.
Practical risk management tools.
Market transparency and accountability through the Investment Property Databank (IPD) and other recognised sources of market intelligence.
A perspective on popular international and emerging markets.

Portfolio analysis & diversification

An introduction to portfolio analysis and the benefits of asset diversification.
Typical characteristics of a diversified investment portfolio of assets.
Diversification and the “Risk – Return” trade-off.
Portfolio performance evaluation.
The role of real property assets in a diversified portfolio.
A review of current market trends.
A perspective on international portfolio structures.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Ownership & Asset Diversification

Property Ownership, Investment Risk & Asset Diversification

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines issues around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification including direct and indirect property ownership models and what this means to an investor.

The training course examines the process of securitisation of real property assets, property derivatives and the opportunities they present for investors; and concludes with an in-depth review of property investment risk management and the application of portfolio theory and asset diversification.

This in-depth property investment training course is supported by a number of case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Direct & Indirect Property Investment
Recognise the different types of direct and indirect property investment and how they can be used to create advantage.
Property Funds, Trusts & Companies
Understand the different structures and performance objectives of funds, trusts and listed property companies.
Securitisation
Appreciate the securitisation process of real property assets and how this can be used to advantage.
Indirect Investment
Recognise the opportunities presented by indirect property investment vehicles such as REITSs and property based derivatives.
Property Derivatives
Understand the current property based derivatives market, product availability and future market projections.
Risk Management & Asset Diversification
Appreciate the need for prudent risk management and the benefits of portfolio analysis and asset diversification.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

Contact Us Today

Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Alternative routes to property ownership

An introduction to the different types of property based assets.
Direct and indirect property investment models compared.
A review of the types of indirect property investment vehicle available.
Investment funds and trusts and how they operate.
Understanding the structure of different types of property company and their performance objectives.
Understanding the securitisation process for real property assets.
Securitised investment vehicles.
Review of tax efficient investment vehicles.
An introduction to Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs).
An international perspective.

Property derivatives

An introduction to property derivatives and the opportunities they present.
A review of the main types of property derivative currently available.
Property Index Notes.
Total Return Swaps.
Forwards / Futures.
The advantages and disadvantages of property derivatives.
A review of current market conditions and product availability.
A perspective on the development of future derivatives products.

Understanding property investment risk management

An introduction to managing the risks associated with property investment.
Identifying the risks and how to manage them.
Risk evaluation through computer modelling.
How to develop robust risk management strategies.
Practical risk management tools.
Market transparency and accountability through the Investment Property Databank (IPD) and other recognised sources of market intelligence.
A perspective on popular international and emerging markets.

Portfolio analysis & diversification

An introduction to portfolio analysis and the benefits of asset diversification.
Typical characteristics of a diversified investment portfolio of assets.
Diversification and the “Risk – Return” trade-off.
Portfolio performance evaluation.
The role of real property assets in a diversified portfolio.
A review of current market trends.
A perspective on international portfolio structures.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with around property ownership, property investment risk management and asset diversification contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Law & Financial Modelling

Property Law, Property Finance & Financial Modelling

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialist. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This specialist property investment training course examines the main principles of property law and legal matters affecting real property transactions.

It examines typical forms of property finance and sources of funding, it looks at useful financial modelling techniques; and concludes with a comparison of buy to let, buy to sell and property development opportunities.

This hands-on property training course is supported by a number of carefully selected case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Property Law
Understand the key principles of property law and the current regulatory environment.
Property Finance
Understand the issues associated with property finance and the current state of the market.
Financial Products
Recognise the different financial products currently available, their key characteristics and understand how they operate.
Selecting The Right Finance
How to match the most appropriate financial product to specific types of property investment project.
Lender Requirements
Recognise what lenders look for in a funding presentation and how best to prepare.
Alternative Funding
Understand alternative sources of funding.
Financial Modelling
Understand financial modelling techniques and how to apply them to create feasibility reports.
Investment Appraisals
Analyse and critically evaluate investment appraisals.
Investment Opportunities
Understand and evaluate buy to let, buy to sell and property development opportunities.
Property Development Process
Understand the complete property development process from initial evaluation, through construction to final sale.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property law, property finance and financial modelling techniques, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment and property development.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property training courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Property law

An introduction to property law.
A review of the principle legal issues affecting property acquisition, use and disposal.
Understanding real property ownership, “Title” and the role of the Land Registry.
Key issues affecting the acquisition and ownership of real property assets.
Understanding current planning laws, trends and other regulatory compliance issues.
An international perspective covering popular and emerging markets.

Property mortgages & investment finance

An introduction to property mortgages and property investment finance.
Overview of current market conditions.
Understanding the different financial products available, their requirements and how best to use them.
Secondary mortgage markets.
Funding considerations from the lenders perspective – understanding what they look for and how to use this knowledge.
Alternative financial products.

Financial models for property development & investment

An introduction to financial modelling techniques for property investment.
Application of market research and intelligence.
Developing a credible feasibility report and how to use it.
Practical evaluation, analysis and review.
Analysis of investment and development financial models.

Buy to let property, buy to sell & property development opportunities

An introduction to buy to let property buy to sell and property development.
Understanding the risks and rewards.
Evaluating buy to let property, buy to sell and development opportunities.
Building the development project team.
Project evaluation, budgets, financial forecasting, planning, design, construction management and marketing issues.
Project finance, reviewing the alternatives.
Understanding risk management.
Practical planning, construction programming and managing the project.
Financial control, sales and maintaining profit margins.
Performance evaluation, learning from the past.

Training Course Duration

One day.

Expert Property Training & Workshop Solutions

As leading independent property investment specialists Investment Property Partners offer expert advice and support to clients across our specialist areas of expertise helping them to achieve their investment objectives.

If you are a property investor, property developer, financial advisor or wealth manager and want to improve your skills in areas associated with property law, property finance and financial modelling contact our property training team today to discuss how Investment Property Partners can help you.

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Property Valuation & Investment Performance

Property Valuation & Investment Performance Training

Expert property training courses and practical workshops.

Investment Property Partners is a leading property investment and property training specialists. Our property investment experts have developed a comprehensive series of insightful, hands-on property training courses and practical workshops designed specifically for property investors, property developers and finance professionals.

This hands-on property investment training course examines issues around property valuation and investment performance and covers important subjects such as discounted cash flow (DCF), net present value (NPV) and the identification and management of project costs.

The course reviews common property valuation techniques, investment performance evaluation; and concludes with a review of opportunities for investors in overseas property and emerging markets.

This invaluable property training course is supported by a number of relevant case studies and practical exercises that help to demonstrate and reinforce the course material in a practical context.

What Candidates Will Learn

On completion of this property training course candidates will have the knowledge and practical skills to:

Cash Flow & Funding
Recognise the importance of cash flow, transaction costs and funding requirements in a property context.
Financial Projections
Develop robust financial projections that can be used to help with both project evaluation and funding presentations.
Property Valuation Techniques
Understand the most commonly recognised valuation techniques for commercial property, residential property and development land.
Values
Calculate the value of property assets.
Alternative Valuation Techniques
Understand alternative valuation techniques.
Investment Performance
Evaluate investment performance.
Market Intelligence
Identify useful sources of property market intelligence and apply this data in a practical way.
Overseas Property
Appreciate overseas property and emerging market opportunities.

Interested In Property Training?

If you’d like to learn more about our professional property training courses, including this course on property valuation and investment performance, or if you’d like to discuss your specific training requirements in more detail please contact us today:

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Who Should Attend?

This specialist property investment training course has been developed for those interested in maximising the current and future market opportunities associated with property investment both in the UK and internationally.

Private individuals and corporate property investors, property professionals, financial advisors and wealth managers will gain significantly from this and our other property courses.

Training Course Content

This specialist property training course covers the following:

Understanding cash flow

An introduction to discounted cash flow (DCF) analysis including management and forecasting techniques
The importance of net present value (NPV)
Understanding the cost of capital and its impact on investment performance
Evaluation of property costs, fees, tax and inflation
Funding requirements – developing robust financial projections

Property valuation & appraisal techniques

An introduction to property asset valuation
A review of asset analysis and evaluation techniques
Understanding the RICS Blue Book for UK residential property
Understanding RICS based valuations for commercial property assets
Accounting for geography – location, location, location.
Land valuations and appraisal techniques
Alternative asset valuation techniques

Performance measurement & evaluation

How to measure property investment performance
Understanding performance evaluation and sensitivity considerations
Market research, using comparables and other sources of useful information
Overseas property, a practical review of international and emerging markets