Expat Property Portfolio

In this episode it's our monthly round up of what's been going on in the markets! Is it another month of doom and gloom? Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to break down a number of key merics and trends for early 2023 recently reported by Zoopla, Rightmove and Savills. The outlook is much more positive than what was reported back in October 2022.  About APW APW advis...

In this Buy to Let Basics episode Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson talk us through different property investment strategies and why you need to plan out your end goal early on. If you're looking for income or a long term investment strategy, we have you covered in this episode.   About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have...

Today we return to Scotland, this time to take a deep dive around the key investment neighbourhoods of Glasgow. Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by Riccardo Giovanacci from local letting agency Newton Letting to get an insider perspective. Is there a trend of people retreating back to the cities post-Covid like the rest of the UK? What are the new tax rules on second homes in Scotland...

In this episode of CITYWATCH Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a look around Glasgow. This podcast contains many surprising facts and compelling reasons why you should be looking into investing in property located in this Scottish city! About APW   APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have helped over 2000 peo...

The old gang are back together for the first time this year! Paul Shearer is joined by Callum and Stuart Williamson to take a look at recent market predictions by banks, agents and government and give their own analysis and predictions for 2023.   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...

Meet some more of the APW family! Paul Shearer catches up with Business Development Executive Ben Lewis, who is currently away representing the APW team in the Royal Langkawi International Regatta in Malaysia! We find out more about how Ben began working for APW and the exciting things coming up in this short but sweet episode.   About APW  APW advises expats and others from all over the world and...

02/01/23 - New Year Episode Happy New Year! In this episode Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to focus on what exciting things APW have in store this year. From a new UK office through to launching brand new learning resources, there is a lot planned going into 2023! About APW APW advises expats and others from all over the world and connects them with UK properties. They have...

Boxing Day Episode   In this final episode of the year, Paul Shearer is joined by our very own Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a look back at the year within the UK and beyond. It’s been a 12 months not for the faint hearted! 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 wo...

19/12/22 - Manchester Neighbourhood Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by special guests Sion Bennett ( OGPS Global ) and Baljit Arora ( Orlando Reid ) to take a deep dive into the neighbourhoods of Manchester. Topics covered: •           An overview of Manchester, Trafford and Salford •           Best areas for families outside the city centre •           Best areas to buy an HMO •   ...

12/12/22 - Market Mosey Paul Shearer is joined by dynamic duo Stuart and Callum Williamson to unpick what has been happening in the markets during November. Still a lot going on but perhaps a little more stability than the previous months? Topics covered: •           The Autumn Statement winners and losers •           Is the housing market on a slow down? •           The ongoing effect of inflatio...

In this episode Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by guest expert Stephen Cooke from top law firm Russell Clarke for a second episode looking at the different kinds of searches you might need for your house before it can complete. Topics covered: What are the standard searches  Freehold vs leasehold How can you expedite the process? Specialist searches you might need depending on locat...

In this episode Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by guest expert Stephen Cooke from top law firm Russell Cooke to talk through the conveyancing process from start to finish. Conveyancing can become an expensive and time consuming business if you do not hire the right person to help you get you over the finish line to completion.  Topics covered: How do you find a good conveyancer? Why...

In our latest APW Property Pod, Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson for an edition of our 'Neighbourhood Watch' series, which this week takes a more focused look at areas of interest in Sheffield. In this episode we take a whistle-stop tour of the city and discuss whether it is a location worth investing in? Topics covered: The history of the City of Sheffield plus a f...

Today it's a Buy-to-let Basics episode where we're looking at how to make an offer. Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson discuss ways to get your self at the front of the queue in what is still a competitive market. Topics covered: Do you send your offer via phone or email? What should you put in the email? What other things should you include to help yourself stand out as a buyer? Is it a...

Paul Shearer is joined by dynamic duo Stuart and Callum Williamson to unpick what has been happening in the markets during October. Where do we even begin?! Topics covered: The latest Bank of England rate rise, what does it mean in real terms? Another new Prime Minister and which tax pledges have now been reversed Why some mortgage rates have actually gone DOWN in the last few days Is there going...

Paul Shearer and Callum Williamson are joined by mortgage broker Dan Knott to discuss the hot topic of mortgage rates. If you are planning on buying in the UK with a mortgage or re-mortgaging this really is an episode not to be missed!  Topics covered: What is going on in the mortgage market? Have interest rates made it impossible to buy? Should you be fixing your mortgage rate? How long is it pre...

Paul Shearer is joined by APW's property expert Callum Williamson to guide us through the latest changes to stamp duty that were announced in the recent mini-budget.  Topics covered: The history of stamp duty - it didn't used to just cover property transactions! What are the threshold changes? Are there any additional benefits to first time buyers? What other levies do non-UK residents c...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a mooch around the market in September - and what a busy month it's been! Topics covered: Cost of living crisis Expected rise in inflation due to OPEC+ production cuts The mini-budget New stamp duty thresholds brought in by Kwasi Kwarteng Interest rate hikes Why now is a good time to fix your mortgage over 3+ years How high will i...

Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson to demystify mortgages in our latest FAQ episode. Even if you think you know all there is to know about mortgages this is well worth a listen! Topics covered: Why do we need a mortgage? What is the difference between a residential mortgage and buy-to-let mortgage? What rates are banks typically offering at the moment? Do you need to provide piles of pape...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson along with special guest Sion Bennet from OGPS Global for the first edition of our 'Neighbourhood Watch' series, which this week takes a more focused look at areas of interest in Birmingham. Topics covered: Upcoming areas ideal for long term property investment City centre regeneration projects Why companies such as the BBC are movin...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to round up what's been happening the market during August. Topics covered: Are house prices heading for a crash? Bank rate increases and further inflation The effect of the upcoming energy price cap rise on renters and HMO landlords *The podcast was recorded on 24th August 2022, figures quoted on this episode are subject to change *The h...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a look at current mortgage rate rises Topics covered: Fixed rate mortgages Early repayment charges Is it worth remortgaging now? Are mortgage brokers worth it? *The podcast was recorded on 24th August 2022, figures quoted on this episode are subject to change *The host and guests are not qualified financial advisors, always seek the ad...

Paul Shearer is joined by Callum Williamson and expert guest Bianca van den Berg from GetGround to discuss tax when you own buy-to-let property through a company. What are the pros and cons?  Topics covered: Why it's important to set out your goals before setting up or purchasing through a company What are your tax liabilities through a company Inheritance tax How do you add a property you ha...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson for another edition of CITYWATCH where they take a look around Edinburgh. Topics covered: A history of Edinburgh  Surprising facts about Edinburgh The population profile of Edinburgh Why Leith is a good place to buy The types of sectors that are based in Edinburgh *The podcast was recorded on 3rd August 2022, figures quoted on this episode are...

Paul Shearer is joined by Stuart and Callum Williamson to take a mosey round the market and round up what has been happening over July.  Topics covered: Are UK house prices heading for a crash? What does this mean for rental income? Wage rises and the cost of living impact on rent rises Is there still a supply and demand issue? What types of houses are still in demand, has there been a change in t...