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Being a Landlord
This article discusses some of the different aspects of being a landlord, including renting out your own home, property management companies and legal issues of being…...
Buying Abroad: What to Consider
Buying a property abroad has never been a more attractive option. Guaranteed better weather is high on the list of reasons for many people. Carefully considering the…...
Can I Rent Out My Second Home While I Build a New One?
Building a second home can be expensive and sometimes it can benefit you financially to take in a lodger or rent out your first home, this also has drawbacks though....
Can I Share My Second Home Mortgage With a Friend?
Friends and business don’t always mix, so it is important you weigh up the pros and cons of buying a second home with a friend....
Can I Switch Second Home Mortgage to Buy-to-let?
If your second home is lying empty for a long period of time it might be lucrative to consider turning it into a buy-to-let property....
Can You Afford to Buy a Second Home?
Investing in a second home is a big decision, it will affect you, your family and your finances, these few questions should help you to assess whether you are ready....
Cleaning, Maintenance and Security of Your Second Home
This article looks at some choices you face when it comes to cleaning, maintaining and securing your second home....
Does My Canal Boat Count as a Second Home?
Canal boats are popular with those that like the idea of exploring but they can also be a lot of hard work if you plan to live on the boat permanently....
Holiday Base Vs Rental Opportunity
Owning a second home comes with a list of pros and cons. Do you rent out the property and enjoy the extra income generated, by perhaps holidaying somewhere different…...
Home Insurance For Your Holiday Home
Explains essentials when considering home insurance for your holiday home...
How to Successfully Market Your Property for Rental
This article suggests some successful marketing tips when you're trying to rent out your property....
How Will FSA Regulation of Buy-to-Let Affect My Home?
The regulation of buy-to-let mortgages is designed to cut down on amateur landlords, this could mean you if you are planning to rent out your holiday home....
Inheritance Tax and Second Homes
This article discusses some of the issues second home owners face through the payment or possible payment of inheritance tax....
Is Property A Good Investment?
Investing in houses has always been seen as offering a healthy return, but since the credit crunch hit, property is no longer seen as the investment it once was....
Keeping Up with the Neighbours
Keeping up with the Joneses could be a thing of the past, if you aim to foster a good relationship with those living in close proximity to you. Learning to accept…...
Local Rental Market
This article outlines some of the key areas you should investigate and research when choosing where to buy a second home....
Questionnaire: Are You Ready for an Overseas Buy-to-let?
Taking the leap and buying a buy-to-let property abroad can pay off, but you’ll need to make sure you’re prepared; these few questions should help you make your mind up....
Should I Take Out the Mortgage in the Local Currency?
Deciding whether to take out a mortgage in sterling or the local currency can be tricky, these few questions should help you decide which option is best for you....
Top 5 Things to Consider Before Buying
You have decided to take the plunge and invest in the purchase of a second home. Taking the time to familiarise yourself with the laws and restrictions may seem like…...
Travelling to Your Second Home and the Costs Involved
This article outlines some of the issues with travel costs associated with owning a second home....
Using a Letting Agency
This article addresses some of the most important questions you should consider when using a letting agency or property management company to rent out your second home....
Where Are the Best Places For Quality of Life?
Your idea of what constitutes a good life may differ from your neighbour’s, but there are some countries that always come out on top in terms of what they can offer....