Investing in property instead of stocks

For many years the stock market was the primary location for serious investors, but many investors today see the stock market as an unfathomable place. Property is a tangible asset that is much more favourable than a market where fortunes can be lost in a moment. Buy to let has been booming for the last few years, and many landlords continue to invest in properties to lease to tenants and secure their financial futures.

Anyone who enters a market that is entirely new to them can make mistakes as they try to navigate their way around unfamiliar territory. There are a few helpful pointers that first time investors and buy to let landlords can benefit from as they enter the rental market.

The biggest tip any successful buy to let landlord can take on board is to invest in the properties with the most letting potential. Two bedroom houses and flats and apartments are always in high demand as they appeal to the widest range of tenants. It is best not to restrict yourself to your local area, if possible. Research other districts and boroughs where consumer demand and rental yields may be higher. Elements such as transport and commuter links, shops, parks, eateries and nightlife significantly impact an area, and the better it is for tenants the more prosperous it is for landlords.

The vast majority of landlords do not have the time to manage their properties, as it is a full-time job with often unconventional business hours. Property management offers the ideal solution as it frees you from your daily obligations. When you engage a letting agent they take the reins for you and handle the inspections, repairs, maintenance and rent collection.

As premier letting agents, we are able to offer assistance with every aspect of investment property. Our investor services aim to help you purchase the right property for your needs and we implement effective management. We have the market knowledge and industry experience to offer the finest support to those that wish to build up their portfolios with investment properties in Barnet or any other area of London.