Guide to property investment

For investors seeking the lowdown on the UK - and wider - property investment market, we have in-depth analysis of prospects at home and abroad, as well as tips on how and where to invest.

Streetwise property investors eye solid rental yields

Competitive mortgages and rising rents are luring investors back into the recovering buy-to-let market, says Cathy Adams.

A fund in position for property pick-up

F&C fund manager Peter Ewins picks CLS Holdings, an investment fund that has judged property market fluctuations to perfection, as his favourite share, writes Iain Murray.

Will I overexpose myself to property if I expand my buy-to-let portfolio?

David Hollingworth, a mortgage expert at London & Country Mortgages in Bath, weighs up an investor's property dilemma and discusses alternatives to buy-to-let.

Student digs can be accommodating for property investors

Something of a hybrid between residential and commercial, student accommodation has proved one of the best property investments in recent years.

Malta offers investors a home away from home

Malta's familiar 'Britishisms', a warm assimilation of expats and sensible planning laws are creating rising interest among retirees, says Faith Glasgow.

French scheme suits long-term property investors

It sounds a bit risqué, but bare ownership is not particularly risky. The French scheme could appeal to cash-rich property investors prepared for the long haul, as Faith Glasgow reveals.

Property still packs a punch

TR Property manager Marcus Phayre-Mudge insists that with low interest rates and rising income streams, property pays.

Investing in overseas property

Investing in property abroad has never been easier and offers investors a chance to diversify their portfolios away from the stagnant UK market. But be aware of currency fluctuations, warns Esther Armstrong.

Residential property could be set for a revival

Residential property has strong rental underpinnings for investors, but a dearth of financing is a problem, says Alexander Garrett.

Does commercial property remain an attractive asset class?

Analyst Mike Bessell from Evolution Securities looks at the pitfalls of investing in commercial property and discusses the regions to avoid.

Build up your portfolio with property

After its struggles over the past few years, signs of recovery are evident in the commercial property sector, says Rob Griffin.

Commercial property retains safe-haven appeal

As volatility continues to reign supreme on the markets, the desire for safe-haven investments remains high. After a rocky few years, the commercial property sector has largely recovered from the subprime crisis and could offer investors a home for their money.

Is UK housebuilding on the road to recovery?

Macroeconomic factors are the biggest hurdle for the UK housebuilding industry, says Mike Bessell of Evolution Securities. But there are bargains to be had as the sector heads for recovery.

Maximise your return from buy-to-let

Investing in a property to rent can be bewildering and complicated but here professional property investor Scott Huggins gives you his guiding hand through the buy-to-let jungle...

Property investment tips

Ruth Emery asks the experts where investors can find value in the property sector.

How to get a mortgage abroad

Buying a property abroad can be a dream come true, but make sure you talk to a broker and take independent legal advice.

Is Spanish property recovering?

Spain may be beginning to recover from a painful property market crash as coastal properties attract foreign buyers, says Faith Glasgow.

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