FP TV EP 146: BUY-TO-LET TAX UPDATE: Your no-nonsense guide to the current rates and allowances (watch/read/listen)

 

PODCAST:https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FP-TV-EP-146-BUY-TO-LET-TAX-UPDATE-Your-no-nonsense-guide-to-the-current-rates-and-allowances-e25hdav

 

 

There have been lots of changes to the way landlords are taxed over the last few years, creating plenty of confusion and leaving some questioning whether buy-to-let is a worthwhile investment.

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June: The Perfect Month to Sell Your Fife Home (Read 2 min)

 

 

If you’re considering putting your Fife home on the market, look no further than the month of June.

 

With longer days, warmer weather, and a sense of renewed energy in the air, June offers a prime opportunity to attract potential Fife buyers and make a successful sale before the kids break up for the Summer holidays.

 

Here’s why this sunny month stands out as one of the best times to sell your Fife house.

 

First and foremost, June brings a surge of motivated buyers. As the school year comes to an end and summer holidays begin, many Fife families are actively searching for new homes to settle into before the next academic term. This increased demand translates to a larger pool of interested buyers, leading to more competition and potentially higher offers.

 

Moreover, the pleasant weather in June allows for beautiful home viewings. Blooming gardens, lush landscapes, and sunlit interiors create an inviting atmosphere that can truly captivate prospective buyers. The longer days mean more daylight hours for showcasing your Fife property’s best features, making it easier for buyers to visualise themselves living in the space.

 

Lastly, selling in June allows for a smoother transition. With a sale during this month, homeowners can plan their moves during the summer when schedules tend to be more flexible. This can minimize disruptions to work, school, and other commitments, ensuring a seamless transition to a new property.

 

In conclusion, if you’re contemplating selling your Fife house, June presents an optimal opportunity. Take advantage of the motivated buyers, the picturesque surroundings, and the favourable economic conditions that this month brings.

 

So, prepare your Fife home, give us a call for a free no obligation valuation, and set the stage to let June be the month that leads you to a successful sale.

FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 28TH MAY – 3RD JUNE 2023

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–28TH-MAY–3RD-JUNE-2023-e256tdb

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:

 

FP TV (EP 145) SUMMER VIEWINGS: Stand Out from The Crowd in The Best Season for Selling in Fife

 

Summer is upon us, and with it comes the best time of the year to sell your home (and to be an estate agent!). Blue skies, warm temperatures and nature in bloom make photos look brilliant, and homes look their best, while the lighter nights fuel faster decisions with fewer viewings in the dark.

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I have £115,000 to invest – is a Fife rental property still worth the risk? (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Thinking-of-Investing-115-000-in-Fife-Property-e25d0dj

 

“We have recently inherited £115,000. We have contemplated purchasing a Fife buy-to-let property to support our early retirement. Considering that the Skipton Building Society offers a 4.25% return on their 18-month bond and the stagnant Fife property market, we are uncertain whether investing in a rental property is worth the trouble. Kind regards. Mr & Mrs A from Fife”.

 

Dear Mr & Mrs A from Fife, if your primary objective is to generate income and reduce your workload, buying a buy-to-let property is likely not the favourable option unless you leverage the purchase. Let me explain…

 

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FP TV (EP 145) SUMMER VIEWINGS: Stand Out from The Crowd in The Best Season for Selling in Fife (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FP-TV-EP-145-SUMMER-VIEWINGS-Stand-Out-from-The-Crowd-in-The-Best-Season-for-Selling-in-Fife-e2555p7 

 

Summer is upon us, and with it comes the best time of the year to sell your home (and to be an estate agent!).

 

Blue skies, warm temperatures and nature in bloom make photos look brilliant, and homes look their best, while the lighter nights fuel faster decisions with fewer viewings in the dark.

 

With so many positives, it’s no wonder that summer is the time of year when lots of people decide to sell. As more homes come on the market and the competition hots up with the weather, the name of the game is standing out from the crowd, instead of getting lost in it. In short, now is the time for your home to shine.

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Zoopla UK House Price Index – May 2023 (Watch/Listen)

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Zoopla-UK-House-Price-Index–May-2023-e24uaaf

 

Zoopla UK House Price Index – May 2023

 

Executive summary

 

  • UK house prices fall 1.3% over the last 6 months

 

  • Rate of price falls has slowed as activity levels recover

 

  • Stronger growth in new sales brings more sellers into the market

 

  • Above average activity in the N. East, Scotland and London

 

  • Weaker demand but sales hold up in Midlands and southern England

 

  • Regional trends explained by recent price inflation and affordability

 

  • Mortgage regulations have tempered the impact of higher mortgage rates on house prices.

 

  • The prospect of higher mortgage rates in H2 is likely to weaken demand and activity but the scale depends on how high rates move.

 

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FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 21ST – 27TH MAY 2023 (watch/Read/Listen)

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/FIFE-PROPERTY-MARKET-UPDATE–21ST–27TH-MAY-2023-e24qehm

 

FIFE PROPERTY MARKET UPDATE – 21ST – 27TH MAY 2023

 

Weekly round up on what’s driving the Fife Property market including a look at recent listings, sales and coming soon:

Article, Podcast and TV Shows written and produced this week are:

 

FP TV EP 144 NEXT-GEN LANDLORDS: Discover the tactics that make buy-to-let still worth it in 2023

“Is buy-to-let still worth it?” Hardly a day goes by when someone doesn’t ask us (more…)

Fife House Prices Have Risen by 7.18% Since Christmas. (Watch/Read/Listen)

 

PODCAST: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/fife-properties/episodes/Fife-House-Prices-Have-Risen-by-7-18-Since-Christmas-e2500ia

 

Fife House Prices Have Risen by 7.18% Since Christmas.

 

Since Christmas, Fife first-time buyers and savvy Fife buy-to-let landlords have been more active than expected in the Fife property market.

 

Rents in the Fife area have soared in the last two years, with the average Fife rent increasing to £799 a month, an increase of 8.1%.

 

Because of these growing Fife rents, it has made homeownership more cost-effective for younger Fife buyers and more lucrative for Fife landlords.

 

On the back of this, house prices are rising in Fife.

 

But how can I say house prices are rising when the Land Registry and other indices from the banks state they are falling? (more…)