Property Investments
Sentinel Management Services (SMS) are a UK based property investment experts. We cater primarily to overseas investors who are looking to acquire UK property as an investment or for personal use. The UK has long been a preferred destination for overseas investors to invest in property due to the expected capital growth, favourable exchange rates and stable political environment. UK property investment allows investors to build security for their future and can use property investment as a pension fund.
SMS provide our clients with a step-by-step guide and services towards acquiring a UK property which includes advise on location, property viewing, mortgages (through registered banks in the UK), legal services, property surveys, tax advice and all relevant paper work and applications required in the property purchase process. We are also able to offer our clients bespoke solutions that are tailored to their individual requirements.
UK Property Investment Locations
The UK offers various property investment options to suit all budgets. Asides from London, other regional cities like Birmingham, Manchester and Liverpool offer investors a wider pool of properties as well as superior value and returns on their investments.
Location is always important, however, depending on the budget, there are other locations in the UK that can still offer value for money asides from the cities mentioned above. Typically, properties located anywhere near good transport links, universities, colleges tend to fare quite strongly.
SMS will provide advice and guidance on the best locations that can guarantee the best possible returns on investment.
Property Investment Returns
SMS can assist our clients with the purchase of UK property for personal use (UK home for holidays, children in school) or for investment purposes (rental properties). For rental properties, typical yields range from 4 – 5% per annum and can go up to as high as 10% depending on location.
SMS conduct detailed research on property price trends with information on the most in-demand locations to assist our clients in making the right choice.
The Buying Process
The property buying process in the UK requires strict due diligence. Typically, this process involves checking the title of the property, obtaining a survey, carrying out searches with local authorities, agreeing to the terms of the contract and finance offer from the lender (if mortgage required). SMS work with all the UK registered major banks (Zenith, GTB, FBN,
FCMB) to guide you through the mortgage application process, legal services and tax considerations.
We also work with various UK property developers for investors looking to buy Off-Plan properties in order to maximize their returns.
Reasons to Invest in UK Property Market
UK property investment offers excellent value and rental yield for foreign investors.
UK property investment offers a hedge against the risks of naira devaluation.
Income diversification and a stable source of rental income which can be used to fund your children’s education in the UK or other projects.
Holiday home in the UK with savings on hotel bills. When not in use, the property can be used for AirBnB bookings thereby ensuring steady returns.
Can be used as an investment portfolio for your pension fund for retirement.
Guaranteed returns on investment.
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Property & Investments