The-latest-rate-movements,-down-valuations-and-developers-in-distress
Dec
08
200811:26am | Brett Alegre-Wood
The latest rate movements, down valuations and developers in distress!
This week we cover base rate movements and what they mean to your portfolio. Rise of the "down valuation". Market performance indices -- who should you believe? Crossrail milestone -- good news for London. Will prices go up in early 2009?Other World news -- the Euro base rate drops with more to follow.
Lastly, I give you mMy view on the market. Movements, discounts, stock levels drying up, and developers in distress. And more imporantly, what it all means to you.
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Careful you aren't talking yourself into a double dip...
Aug
17
2010
It's official, house prices are dropping and as usual the media is having a field day. It's rubbish and we'll need to be careful that we don't talk ourselves into a double dip. Demand is still subdued because banks are not lending yet. This will be at least until after April 2011 when the Special Liquidity Scheme ends. Long term I'm not worried in the slightest though, we are seeing demand increasing slowly and surely, confidence is coming back and things are definitely looking up especially for the long term.
This brings me to the other flavour of the day, inflation. I'm definitely with the Bank of England on this when I say that these rates should NOT go up yet! With the government spending cuts, VAT increases, drought in Russia and food prices increases, inflation is here to stay for a while at least. Make no mistake, we are entering the inflationary part of the economic cycle. We've already seen the industrial action start with BA and BAA as well as many unions starting to become restless.
Other issues on my radar, public sector job losses particularly in areas where there are whole towns dependent on government employment. The dramatic job cuts will affect property investors for sure! I instructed my team over 2 months ago to stop sourcing property in areas like this and I'll tell you more about that in this video.
Finally we'll discuss the emerging trend and ethical issue around 'Is it your right to own a home, should people rent for life?'
Please call 0207 812 1255 if you have any questions regarding this week property news, or anything else that's on your mind.
Live with Passion,
Brett Alegre-Wood
This brings me to the other flavour of the day, inflation. I'm definitely with the Bank of England on this when I say that these rates should NOT go up yet! With the government spending cuts, VAT increases, drought in Russia and food prices increases, inflation is here to stay for a while at least. Make no mistake, we are entering the inflationary part of the economic cycle. We've already seen the industrial action start with BA and BAA as well as many unions starting to become restless.
Other issues on my radar, public sector job losses particularly in areas where there are whole towns dependent on government employment. The dramatic job cuts will affect property investors for sure! I instructed my team over 2 months ago to stop sourcing property in areas like this and I'll tell you more about that in this video.
Finally we'll discuss the emerging trend and ethical issue around 'Is it your right to own a home, should people rent for life?'
Please call 0207 812 1255 if you have any questions regarding this week property news, or anything else that's on your mind.
Live with Passion,
Brett Alegre-Wood
How to prepare for tomorrow's property market without affecting your lifestyle today
Aug
09
2010
What do investors fear the most? Is it the double-dip? Rising interest rates? Government spending? Or maybe dropping house prices?
This week's property news update takes us on a roller-coaster ride of speculation, plus I'll reveal the results of our latest survey in which our clients give their opinion.
The market's also talking about an increase in mortgage availability, a 2nd possible housing price drop and a whole host of other things.
I'll tell you how you can get prepared for any coming change in the market, but more importantly, why you shouldn't let what may happen rule your life today.
Last but not least, there's some great news regarding Tesco Bank and its new investment that could benefit investors. Watch my video to learn more.
Any questions, call us on 0207 812 1255.
Live with Passion,
Brett Alegre-Wood
This week's property news update takes us on a roller-coaster ride of speculation, plus I'll reveal the results of our latest survey in which our clients give their opinion.
The market's also talking about an increase in mortgage availability, a 2nd possible housing price drop and a whole host of other things.
I'll tell you how you can get prepared for any coming change in the market, but more importantly, why you shouldn't let what may happen rule your life today.
Last but not least, there's some great news regarding Tesco Bank and its new investment that could benefit investors. Watch my video to learn more.
Any questions, call us on 0207 812 1255.
Live with Passion,
Brett Alegre-Wood
What's next for the UK Property market? A drop? A rebound? You decide...
Jul
31
2010
Lots of news around this week but is anyone actually listening? Many are more interested in predicting a further drop than actually being a helpful part of the debate.
In this week's news I'll be talking about the GDP growth - it's actually more than what we were expecting. It's good news, and the implications are interesting. EU banks had a "stress test" this week - find out how they went and who didn't pass.
There will also be some decisions for you to make after watching this video, but only if you choose to be informed and part of the debate.
In this week's news I'll be talking about the GDP growth - it's actually more than what we were expecting. It's good news, and the implications are interesting. EU banks had a "stress test" this week - find out how they went and who didn't pass.
There will also be some decisions for you to make after watching this video, but only if you choose to be informed and part of the debate.
Why the Double Dip debate is split down the middle
Jul
20
2010
Just wanted to say sorry for the long wait on my overdue YPC Property News Update. But the good news is that the YPC studio has now been set up properly and so I'm back on board with updating you with the latest Property News.
Today's news has been loaded with speculative talks of a "Double Dip" Recession. Certainly, the theories thrown out there by the likes of the Guardian The Wall Street Journal or Financial Times, are possible, however, in this video I'll tell you why you shouldn't believe the hype of the media.
I will cover most of the online headlines regarding the possible double dip, the Sovereign Debt talks and the current House Price predictions that has been proposed for the next 10 years.
Last but not least, I have some exciting news to share with you today, we have a new senior member of staff joining YPC to take over 50% of what I do. Find out who and what they'll be doing by watching this video.
If you have any questions, please give the team a call on 0207 8121255 or on their mobiles.
Today's news has been loaded with speculative talks of a "Double Dip" Recession. Certainly, the theories thrown out there by the likes of the Guardian The Wall Street Journal or Financial Times, are possible, however, in this video I'll tell you why you shouldn't believe the hype of the media.
I will cover most of the online headlines regarding the possible double dip, the Sovereign Debt talks and the current House Price predictions that has been proposed for the next 10 years.
Last but not least, I have some exciting news to share with you today, we have a new senior member of staff joining YPC to take over 50% of what I do. Find out who and what they'll be doing by watching this video.
If you have any questions, please give the team a call on 0207 8121255 or on their mobiles.
Emergency Budget Release: Is it good news or bad news for buy-to-let investors?
Jun
22
2010
Here's the all-important Emergency Budget video that I promised I'd make today.
In the video, I cover what I consider the most important elements that will affect us as property investors, including the impact of the VAT, CGT increases, and how it may affect the housing market.
Overall, I must say I'm pretty happy about this budget and I think that it will get the UK economy back on the right track to growth, and the housing market back on its feet.
If you have any questions, please give us a call on 0207 812 1255.
In the video, I cover what I consider the most important elements that will affect us as property investors, including the impact of the VAT, CGT increases, and how it may affect the housing market.
Overall, I must say I'm pretty happy about this budget and I think that it will get the UK economy back on the right track to growth, and the housing market back on its feet.
If you have any questions, please give us a call on 0207 812 1255.
Entrepreneurs Vs Property Investors. Who will the new budget favour?
Jun
09
2010
Should smart property investors and entrepreneurs wait until the government releases the Emergency Budget? Is it time to form a strategy now or after the 22nd of June 2010?
Find out what the benefits are with the Bank of England holding interest rates at 0.5%. And why both the British Chamber of Commerce and BoE think it's essential to keep interest rate low through the recovering market.
I'll talk about the Government's new intentions to introduce Powerful Incentives to increase new house builds. FANTASTIC news for us but what are the issues surrounding this? Last but not least, there's talk of a 40% tax on 2nd home owners, shocked? Well, if you're investing in property for the long term then you're heading in the right direction, this shouldn't effect you and I'll tell why.
Click on and start watching this week's property news.
One last thing, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that made it to YPC's 5th Annual Casino Gala Night, it was a fantastic turn out. There're some great pictures too and how to get hold of them.
If you have any questions, please give us a call on 0207 812 1255.
Find out what the benefits are with the Bank of England holding interest rates at 0.5%. And why both the British Chamber of Commerce and BoE think it's essential to keep interest rate low through the recovering market.
I'll talk about the Government's new intentions to introduce Powerful Incentives to increase new house builds. FANTASTIC news for us but what are the issues surrounding this? Last but not least, there's talk of a 40% tax on 2nd home owners, shocked? Well, if you're investing in property for the long term then you're heading in the right direction, this shouldn't effect you and I'll tell why.
Click on and start watching this week's property news.
One last thing, I just wanted to say thank you to everyone that made it to YPC's 5th Annual Casino Gala Night, it was a fantastic turn out. There're some great pictures too and how to get hold of them.
If you have any questions, please give us a call on 0207 812 1255.
Experts' predictions reviewed, capital gains tax (CGT) & the "herd"
Jun
03
2010
This week I'm talking house prices, GDP, capital gains tax (CGT) developments and the ethics of property investment. I'll look back at the experts' predictions from the start of the year and we've evaluate how they're faring. You might be surprised at how altogether 'un'expert they are.
We'll also delve in some depth at what's hot for investors considering to tippy-toe back into the market. Property is back on everyone's lips and the dull roar of the herd is beginning to be heard off in the distance. You know what this means - if you haven't got a plan you'll be the one left behind.
Also, our grand gala evening is tomorrow evening (saturday) - we're just about maxed out at 200 for the night, but we have just a few final tickets available if you'd love to come and join us. Give Mika a call on 0207 812 1255 for more details today!
We'll also delve in some depth at what's hot for investors considering to tippy-toe back into the market. Property is back on everyone's lips and the dull roar of the herd is beginning to be heard off in the distance. You know what this means - if you haven't got a plan you'll be the one left behind.
Also, our grand gala evening is tomorrow evening (saturday) - we're just about maxed out at 200 for the night, but we have just a few final tickets available if you'd love to come and join us. Give Mika a call on 0207 812 1255 for more details today!
The coming coalition impact on your property portfolio - are you ready?
May
20
2010
Just this week the Tories and the Liberal Democrats released the UK Coalition Program.
With dread, I picked it up and devoured it and today I'm going to discuss some of the issues around it.
In the video, I've drawn out some of the fundamental points that could affect your property portfolio, your investments, mortgages & pension funds. Affect how? I have my opinion and I share them in the video.
The main question that I wanted to ask this week is can the coalition stay together?... A lot of honesty is needed here for any of the new legislation to work. Can the parties hold down their differences and take the country out of the red? To be fair I think these are exciting times for us.
So until the next election in 2015 and beyond, see you here at the UK's largest property education blog for the latest of property and investment news!
If you have any questions, give the team a call - that number again is 0207 812 1255.
With dread, I picked it up and devoured it and today I'm going to discuss some of the issues around it.
In the video, I've drawn out some of the fundamental points that could affect your property portfolio, your investments, mortgages & pension funds. Affect how? I have my opinion and I share them in the video.
The main question that I wanted to ask this week is can the coalition stay together?... A lot of honesty is needed here for any of the new legislation to work. Can the parties hold down their differences and take the country out of the red? To be fair I think these are exciting times for us.
So until the next election in 2015 and beyond, see you here at the UK's largest property education blog for the latest of property and investment news!
If you have any questions, give the team a call - that number again is 0207 812 1255.
Save not borrow - Can the UK take a leaf from Australia?
Apr
28
2010
I am still in sunny Australia. This week I bring you the property news from the balcony across the Jupiters Casino in the Gold Coast.
So this week, we'll make a comparison between the UK and the Australian government to see why the Aussie's have so far stayed away from the recession. We'll take a look at some of the policies that are keeping their market stimulated.
Aus has been able to give money to pensioners and make tax deductions to simulate the economy whilst the UK has been borrowing. Should the UK government follow in the footsteps of the Australian's by running the country with a bulging savings account?
I've also been keeping my eye on the election and each party's policies. Don't you feel that we are being mislead? Is this an election tactic and will all policies change after the election?
As always, if you have any questions or want to know more then give the team a call on 0207 812 1255.
So this week, we'll make a comparison between the UK and the Australian government to see why the Aussie's have so far stayed away from the recession. We'll take a look at some of the policies that are keeping their market stimulated.
Aus has been able to give money to pensioners and make tax deductions to simulate the economy whilst the UK has been borrowing. Should the UK government follow in the footsteps of the Australian's by running the country with a bulging savings account?
I've also been keeping my eye on the election and each party's policies. Don't you feel that we are being mislead? Is this an election tactic and will all policies change after the election?
As always, if you have any questions or want to know more then give the team a call on 0207 812 1255.
Is the start of a General Election the end for Labour?
Apr
13
2010
I am bringing this week's property news from Phuket, Thailand as I am nearing to the end of my holiday.
So this week... the General Election has well and truly began with the battle between Labour and the Conservative heating up. Will it be home parliament all the way? Find out my thoughts and prediction for the winning team.
There's been a lot of talk about debts and deficits with the Darling mix up... to avoid a 'Darling', find out the distinction between the two and what the government is doing to reduce both.
We are on the up according to economists, house prices are now on par with prices from August 2007. It's fantastic news and great for a statistics perspective. But are our properties at this level yet? Lastly, as a nation we've paid off nearly £4bn worth of mortgage repayment, find out why you need make sure the money you've paid back is available when you need it most.
I'll be coming to you from Australia next week, so see you then! As always, if you have any questions or want to know more then give the team a call on 0207 812 1255.
So this week... the General Election has well and truly began with the battle between Labour and the Conservative heating up. Will it be home parliament all the way? Find out my thoughts and prediction for the winning team.
There's been a lot of talk about debts and deficits with the Darling mix up... to avoid a 'Darling', find out the distinction between the two and what the government is doing to reduce both.
We are on the up according to economists, house prices are now on par with prices from August 2007. It's fantastic news and great for a statistics perspective. But are our properties at this level yet? Lastly, as a nation we've paid off nearly £4bn worth of mortgage repayment, find out why you need make sure the money you've paid back is available when you need it most.
I'll be coming to you from Australia next week, so see you then! As always, if you have any questions or want to know more then give the team a call on 0207 812 1255.