Expat Property Portfolio

You’ve found the property of your dreams but have you factored in stamp duty? What is it and when does it need to be paid? Paul Shearer and Bryn Miles (APW) are joined by Conveyancing Solicitor Stephen Clarke (Russell Cooke) to discuss the figures and what tax reliefs may be available to buyers. For more information about Russell Cooke click here Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast...

Ipswich, a place that perhaps might not be on your radar as an investor but it’s a commuter town with a lot to offer! Paul Shearer, Callum Williamson (APW) and  Ben Lewis (APW) take a look at Ipswich and discuss the reasons why it’s an area becoming popular with their investors. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?! Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Secure your future throug...

The Section 21 Eviction Notice –hopefully something you will not ever need as a landlord! However, changes around these piece of legislation are on the horizon, putting more power into the hands of tenants. What can you do to get ahead? Paul Shearer and Ben Lewis (APW) are joined by Conveyancing Solicitor Stephen Small (Russell Cooke) to find out more. For more information about Russell Cooke clic...

In this episode we take a look at the often confusing area of leasehold property. Does it still exist? What do you need to look out for before you sign on the dotted line? Paul Shearer, Lisa Pearce (APW) and Ben Lewis (APW) are joined by Conveyancing Solicitor Stephen Clarke to find out more. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?! Email:podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Interested i...

Callum returns to the podcast studio! Our host Paul Shearer is joined by Ben Lewis and Callum Williamson to give the run down on what has been going on in the UK housing market throughout May and June. When are we going to get a relief from interest rates and how is this affecting house prices? All will be revealed in this comprehensive episode! Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast...

Today we take a look at York, a city in the north often underestimated by investors but with it’s Universities and upcoming developments it really is worth a look. Paul Shearer is joined by Ben Lewis and Luke Dewhurst to take a whistlestop of the city. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Interested in starting on your own property journey...

In the final part of the series we look at how you can find that perfect tenant, Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and APW Colleague Ben Lewis to look at inexpensive ways to advertise your property through to how to go about pricing your rent fairly so the property is always tenanted. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?! Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Intereste...

How do you successfully manage a property when you are living overseas? In part 6 of our 7 Steps Series, Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and APW Colleague Ben Lewis to discuss ways to take the headache out of day to day management when you live overseas. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?! Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Interested in starting on your own pro...

How do you stand out from other buyers when making an offer? In part 5 of our 7 Steps Series, Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and APW Colleague Ben Lewis to share their top tips on how to get ahead of the crowd and get your offer accepted! Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Interested in starting on your own property journey?...

Today we delve into another episode in our 7 Steps Series. In part 4 we’re looking at the confusing and often time - consuming conveyancing process. Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and APW colleague Ben Lewis who share their top tips on how to make this process as painless as possible.  Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk Inte...

In this episode, we continue onto the next step of our 7 Step Series. Today we’re breaking down Step 3: how to get a mortgage offer as an expat. Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and a member of the APW team, Lloyd  Littlewood to help you navigate this often tricky part of the process. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk About A...

This week, we bring you another episode in our 7 Steps Series. Today we’re looking at Step 2: how to find the perfect UK location for your buy-to-let property. Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and a member of the APW team, Lisa Pearce. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?! Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk About APW   APW advises expats and others from all over th...

Today we bring you a brand new series which breaks down the process of how an expat can successfully secure a UK buy-to-let property in 7 steps.  In this episode we are looking at step 1, goalsetting. What are your goals? A monthly income or a long term investment? Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and a member of the APW team, Bryn Miles. Got a question or a suggestion for a future podc...

In this episode Paul Shearer catches up with one of APW’s newest team members Bryn Miles. Working as a Client Care Executive at APW, he comes from a family background in property investment and is excited to work with current and future APW clients.  Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk About APW APW advises expats and others from all over...

This week we take a closer look at the neighbourhoods of Bristol. Which areas boast the best yields and which up and coming areas are the ones to watch? Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by local property expert Charlotte Strang, Founder of Strang & Co, a bespoke property search agency.  Listen to our previous CITYWATCH looking at Bristol here To find out more about Charlotte and S...

In the second part of our series on Energy Performance Certificates, Paul Shearer and Stuart Williamson is joined once again by special guest Graham Kinnear from Graham Kinnear Property Consultants. This time we take a look at how you could improve the EPC rating of your property and also the potential pitfalls, exemptions and grants surrounding EPCs. To contact Graham to find out more click here...

This week Paul Shearer and Stuart Williamson is joined by special guest Graham Kinnear from Graham Kinnear Property Consultants. Graham joins us to talk about Energy Performance Certificates. What are they, how do you get one and do landlords need them for their properties? This handy guide covers it all.  To contact Graham to find out more click here   Got a question or a suggestion for a future...

This week we're looking at another investment strategy. Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson to take a look at BRRR. This strategy focuses on buying a property, adding value to it by refurbishing it, refinancing the deal and then renting out the property to generate cash flow. Is this strategy for you? Listen to find out more!   Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episo...

It's time for our monthly market mosey as Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a look back at what has been going on in the markets during March.    Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk   About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have helped ove...

In this CITYWATCH episode Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to talk about Bristol. It's an exciting area to look at and with the correct guidance can provide you with a good yield within the rental market.  Watch the promotional video on Bristol here   Got a question or a suggestion for a future podcast episode?!  Email: podcast@apwproperty.co.uk   About APW APW advises e...

Today we bring you a comprehensive UK Spring Budget Special. Stuart and Callum Williamson join Paul Shearer to break down all the announcements made by Jeremy Hunt on 15th March 2023. Who are the winners and who are the losers this time around? Is there anything in there that could affect current and future landlords?    About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects...

Today we're getting to know another member of the APW team. Paul Shearer catches up with new recruit Lisa Pearce. Lisa joins the business development team and has a wealth of business experience, including having her own buy-to-lets.    About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have helped over 2000 people secure over 186 millio...

Today we're getting to know another member of the APW team. Paul Shearer is joined by Luke Dewhurst, a new addition to the team who is in charge of looking after the digital marketing. Luke talks about what the focus is going to be over the next year and what exciting content is in the pipeline - stay tuned!  About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them wi...

In this episode we're covering the 'investing for income' property investment strategy. Keen to make a steady income? Paul Shearer talks to Callum Williamson to find out which kind of investor this strategy is best suited to along with the benefits and potential pitfalls that come with it. About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK prop...

We're covering another property investment strategy in this episode. This time it's the "buy and hold" strategy. Is this type of strategy right for you? Paul Shearer talks to Callum Williamson to find out more.    About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have helped over 2000 people secure over 186 million pounds...