Wednesday, 31 December 2014

Last 2014 Deal of the Day - 3 bed Summerhill, Sutton Hill, Telford - 7% Gross yield - maybe more?

 
On with Your Move for £84,950 this 3 bed end of terrace looks like it offers potential, and with some light refurbishment its ready to go.
 
See more at goo.gl/4R80Hk
 
If purchased at the asking price the gross yield should be around 7% based on a rental income of £500 pcm, however, I think more could be squeezed out of this property.
 
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk 
 
Wishing you all a Happy New year and a prosperous 2015

Wednesday, 24 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 2 bedroom semi,Guisbourne Avenue, Shawbirch, Telford - Good Capital Appreciation

In the Dec / Jan Newsletter (See goo.gl/KCMypp) I wrote an article on Shawbirch as a landlord client had asked whether he thought the area would make for a good investment. In summary the answer is yes! Prices have risen between 9-10% over the last 12 months, and if you couple that with the need for good 2 bed properties in Telford, I believe Shawbirch needs some consideration.
 
This property (on with DB Roberts for £120k) is located in a quiet cul-de-sac and should rent for around £540 pcm and if purchased at the asking price, this will give you a gross yield of  5.4% more of you get you haggling hat on - remember this time of year is always good for doing a deal! 
 
See more at goo.gl/SqORhy


As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk 

Monday, 22 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bed terraced, Summerhill, Sutton Hill, Telford - Refurb and make into a two bed?

This has just come onto the market for £69,950 with Harwoods. It looks like it needs some work, however looking at the floor plan I think you could make bed 3 (which is very small) into one large master bedroom, this would make two good sized rooms, and two beds are in demand more so than any other property type.
 
A minimum rent of £475 pcm could be achieved, and for example purposes, lets assume a final cost of £75k, the gross yield could be around 7.6%
 
 

 

As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk 

Friday, 19 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 Bed Terrace, Upper Bar, Newport, Shropshire - Massive Potential!

When I seen this property come available, the first thing I thought was - potential...massive potential! For those not afraid to get your hands dirty with some refurbishment this town house in Newport (on with Fodens for £99,950) looks like it needs full moderation, however, it offer good space in a good location.
 
Harper Adams university college is located on the outskirts of Newport and will provide a good steady stream of students looking for good accommodation. The university has grown over the years and is generally regarded as one of the premier university colleges in the country for agricultural and land based courses.
 
Monthly rents for students can vary, however if we look at an average of £250 per month per student, and you can create 4 bedrooms, there is a potential of around £10,000 per year, maybe more. I also believe capital appreciation will do well once fully refurbished.
 
There are some issue to take into consideration when venturing into the student market, however the returns can be rewarding. We handle student accommodation, so if you would like to know more please give me a call on 01952 306 444 or drop me an email on martin@letwithsignature.co.uk 
 
 
 
 
 
See more at goo.gl/EVQNXC

Wednesday, 17 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bed terrace, Hartshill Avenue, Oakengates, Telford - Good long term investment

This property just came across my desk this morning and is on DB Roberts for £119,500 this 3 bed terrace is set in a good area of Oakengates, should rent for around £595 pcm giving a gross yield of 5.9% this could rise is purchased at a lower price!
 
 
Oakengates is close to Telford Town Centre, and offers a good range of amenities including a train staion, so it makes for a good location.
 
 
We've seen a  large demand for 2/3 beds in Oakengates and surrounding areas, should  rent well and attract professional tenants.

 
See more at http://goo.gl/HCn6a5
 
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk  
 

Tuesday, 16 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bed detached, Dawley Road, Arleston, Telford, HMO potential?

On with Your Move for £99k this 3 bed detached is located within walking distance of Wellington Town Centre, the bus & train stations. Close to local amenities, this property needs some refurbishment.
 
The question is this...change to a family dwelling and achieve a gross return of around £650 pcm (6.5%) or make into a HMO (House of Multiple Occupation) and have 3 bedrooms giving a gross return of just over £1,100 pcm (13.2%)
 
There is a lot more to consider if changing to a HMO, but the returns are greater, we manage and own HMO's so give us a call 01952 306 444 or pop into the office to discuss further.
 
 
 

Friday, 12 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bed end terraced Danesford, Hollinswood, Telford - Great location & yield

Now I'm a big fan of Hollinswood, having let property there for many years, its an area that rents well and offers low void periods and attracts good tenants. I have my own property there, and since 1999 have had little problems in letting and managing properties in this area.
 
 
On with DB Roberts for around £105k it looks like some light refurbishment is needed, but once done a rent of around £595 pcm can be achieved giving a gross return of 6.8%.
 
Close to Telford town centre and the new Southwater development, the railway and bus stations are within walking distance. Coupled with easy road access to Shrewsbury and the West Midlands, means Hollinswood is attractive to lots tenants.
           
See more at bit.ly/1wkdDda
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk  

Wednesday, 10 December 2014

Deal of Day - 3 bed town house, Hayward Avenue, Donnington, Telford - 10% Yield ?

Have just seen this 3 bed property come to the market with Butters John Bee for Auction on the 19th Jan 2015 with a guide price of £46,000.
 
My research shows that this property was sold at auction back in Sept this year for £50k, however it didn't complete as the construction is "non tradition i.e. not bricks & mortar and the buyers couldn't obtain mortgaged, so you would need to check this out with your proposed mortgage provider / advisor if you wanted to proceed.
 
Assuming you can, or are a cash buyer, and you purchase the property 50K. There is some refurbishment required. Lets say for example, you end up the property finished for £65k, the rental that could be achieved would be around £550 pcm giving a gross return of 10.15%
 
 
 
 
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk

Tuesday, 9 December 2014



The Arleston property market outperforms Red Lake by 100%

 


Had a conversation with a landlord who lives in Red Lake, he took me up on the offer of an informal chat about the Telford property market the other week after reading the ‘Telford Property Blog’. We got talking about investing in property and how different areas of Telford performed against each other.
 

Investing in Telford property is a balancing act between capital growth and yield. On the one hand going for strong capital growth seems an obvious choice because of the potential to generate long term capital profit, especially with inflation eating away at our savings. However, rental yields on high capital growth properties tend to be lower meaning if you are taking a high percentage mortgage, the rent doesn’t pay the mortgage payments.

 
It became really interesting when we compared his area of Red Lake against Arleston, where he was brought up in the 1950’s. Property in Red Lake have an average value of £201,100 and rent for £630 per month. This would give our landlord a gross yield of 3.76% per year. Now consider those ex-local authority 3 bed semis in Arleston, which sell for around £86,700 and let, depending upon condition for around £543 per month, a gross yield of 7.51% per year, which is double the yield (i.e. 100% proportionally higher yield).
 
However, like I said a few weeks ago, yields are not everything in property investment. Another point to consider is how the value of the property goes up over time. Better properties in better locations don’t have the best yields, but their property values tend to go up quicker over the long term. The average values of 3 bed semis in Arleston have grown from £43,300 in 1999 to £86,700 in 2014.
 
However, in the Red Lake, average values have risen by 123.1% since 1999. Percentages don’t tell the whole story though. An average homeowner in Arleston, selling their property today would make a gain of around £43,400, (assuming they owned it from 1999) a home owner in Red Lake would, on average, have made and impressive £106,100 gain.
 
Now, I know there aren’t many landlords that would consider a 4 bed in Red Lake to rent out, but it is important when purchasing a buy-to-let property that you choose one which will rent well, and for long periods of time.

 
Looking at the Telford property market in depth enables me to give you the best advice and opinion, so if you would like any advice on choosing properties, please come and see me at our office at Grays in Forgegate in Telford or email me on martin@letwithsignature.co.uk


Monday, 8 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bed semi-detached, Park Close, St. Georges, Telford - Add value in a good location

Just seen this property on my travels situated in the popular St Georges area which is conveniently located for local schools, shopping facilities and easy access across Telford & Wrekin.
 
On with DB Roberts for offers in the region of £125,000  which should rent at around £620 pcm and if purchased at the asking price gives a gross return of 5.9%
 
Looks like there is the opportunity to develop and some value. As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 


Read more at http://goo.gl/cMozh9

Friday, 5 December 2014

Friday's Deal of Day - 3 bed semi-detached, Pool Road, Trench, Telford - Very Rentable & Good Return

 
We've always found good long term tenants for landlords in the Trench area - its close to Telford Town Centre and the new Southwater development, and within easy distance to a few large employers including the Donnington British Army Ordnance Depot located nearby.
 
Now, not the most attractive looking house from the outside, its beauty lies within. A new kitchen- diner and a refitted bathroom means that there should be little problem in renting this property
 
If purchased at the list price; on with DB Roberts for around £135,000 this property should let for around £650 pcm which would offer a return of 5.7%
 
Don't think this will be around to long!
 
See more at goo.gl/mQinyE
 


As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or  email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk

Wednesday, 3 December 2014

Deal of the Day - 2 bed house, Orleton Terrace, Wellington, Telford - Good Location & Return

Combine a good location with a property that's rented before then we have the making of a good investment, as 2 bed houses are always in good demand.
 
Its "Offers Invited" for this property which is on with Imperial Properties, who say the property has been previously rented  yielding a 7% return based on an annual income of £6K.
 
Lets assume it sells for something similar to No.8 a couple of doors down which sold for £93k back in July of this year, then this could offer a gross yield of £6.45%,depending on its final purchase price.
 
And with healthy long term capital appreciation, this is one to be considered.
 
 
 


 
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk

Monday, 1 December 2014

2 Bed flat, Beaconsfield, Telford - Ready to go with tenant in place!

Thought I would share this property with you...On for £50k with 4saletoYou this flat has a sitting tenant in place paying £410 pcm giving you a gross return of 9.84% and I think that there could be potential for a higher rental..
 
Now this property is a leasehold, so probably needs some investigation into the length of the lease by some someone qualified.
 
Brookside is a popular area for landlords to invest - see my Brookside v Prioslee articles from the Sept / Oct Telford Property newsletter.
 
However, if you an experienced landlord or new to the property investment market, this makes (on paper) a good investment.
 
As always, if you would like any advice or my opinion on the Telford property market please feel free to call or  email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk
 
       
 


Friday, 28 November 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 bedroom house, Burnside, Brookside, Telford - Ready to go and a good return!

Morning investors and landlords on this "Black Friday" if you've had enough of shopping disposable goods how about considering something a bit long term?
On with Barbers for £95,000 this property should rent for around £575pcm offering a nice 7% gross yield.
 
The property looks well looked after and shouldn't hang a round for too long.
 
 
 
As always, if you are a new or an existing landlord, please feel free to talk to about letting property in Telford on 01952 306 444 or email martin @letwithsignature.co.uk.

Wednesday, 26 November 2014

Deal of Day - 2 bed end of terrace, Stafford Street, St Georges - Close to Telford Town Centre & local business

I drove past this property just yesterday on my way back form a valuation in St. Georges. This is an area close to Telford town centre and local business which makes this an ideal rental property.
 
On with Harwoods for £96,950 this should rent for £520.00 giving a gross yield of just under 6.5% if purchased at the asking price.
 
As always, if you are a new or an existing landlord, please feel free to talk to about letting property in Telford on 01952 306 444 or email martin @letwithsignature.co.uk
 
 
 


Monday, 24 November 2014

Deal of the Day - 2 bed detached bungalow Brooklands Avenue, Shifnal - Great location

I'm sure the amount of calls I receive from tenants, looking for a bungalow is growing!
 
So when I seen this property on with Fields of Shifnal for £135k I wanted to share this with you.
 
Looks like this property has potential and should rent for around £635 pcm and if purchased at the asking price would provide a gross yield of 5.6% and should rent well - Shifnal is very desirable with excellent travel links across Shropshire and the West Midlands, the town is full of desirable shops, schools and restaurants and has a nice market town feel to it.
 
This property is cash purchases only, however it looks like this property sold for £135k in 2008, so maybe a deal to be done as this will offer good long term capital appreciation.
 
 
If you would like to discuss the rental market in Telford, please give me a call on 01952 306 444 or email martin@letwithsignature.co.uk
 
 



Friday, 21 November 2014

Deal of Day - 3 bed Mid Terrace, Ashbourne Close, Dawley, Telford - Decent Returns

Seen this property just yesterday...On with Your Move for £84,950 in Ashbourne Close, Dawley, I think this property would make a great first time investment property.

It should rent around £550.00 pcm and if purchased at the asking price that could give a gross rental yield of just over 7.7%

Becoming more popular with investors, this would be a family let and probably would let quite quickly.

If your thinking of buying a rental property in the Telford area please give us call, we are always willing to help out with advice or support

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See more at http://goo.gl/RFzKOB

Monday, 10 November 2014

Deal of Day - 1 bed flat, St. Georges, Telford - Great first time purchase!

I was with my plumber who operates out of St. Georges and he told me of this I bed flat for sale, its been well looked after, and will let easily because of its proximity to Telford Town Centre.
 
On with DB Roberts for £69,995 it should rent for around £430 pcm giving a gross yield of around 7.3% it will be leasehold so you would need to check the service charge and length of lease, but if you would like more details on this property or any properties in the Telford area just give me a call on  01952 306 444
 


See more at www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/34947600#hw86gqAJr8TFLcmz.99

Friday, 7 November 2014

Deal of Day - 3 bed semi-detached Donnington, Telford - Popular area, so wont be around for long!

Donnington has always been popular with landlords and I have featured many properties from this popular residential area in my blog because of its proximity to Telford & Newport and to good local employers.

Ready to go this property should rent for £560 pcm will give a gross return of 6.7%

On with DB Roberts, I don't think this will be around for too long!      



See more at www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/34972469#k5Bc8mMYhaL8AudD.99

Wednesday, 5 November 2014

Deal of Day - 2 bed bungalow, Little Dawley, Telford - Project calling!


I'm seeing a growing number of good quality enquires from tenants regarding bungalows, so when I seen this come on the market, which is a bit of project, then I thought I should share this with you...

On with DB Roberts for £99,995.00 This should rent once refurbished for around £595 pcm, giving a gross yield of around 7%
Take a closer look at www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/34978908#SdzPszyo6lIJJQm9.99


For more information on renting letting or general advice give me a call on 01952 306 444

Tuesday, 4 November 2014

Telford …Good time to buy property?

Had an interesting chat with a landlord who lives in Newport, he called into the office whilst his partner was at the new Southwater development. He is thinking of buying his first buy to let property and he wanted my opinion on the state of the market and if it was a good time to invest.

He was particularly worried that there wouldn’t be any demand from tenants. One of the best pieces of advice I can give to those looking to invest in property is a simple trick of the trade. You can judge the affordability of an area’s property market (and thus how much demand there could be) by simply finding the ratio of the average property price to the average salary. The lower the ratio, the more affordable property is.

When we put this to the test, we found that Telford currently has an average property value of around £158,600. The average salary of someone living in Telford is £22,361. This is a ratio of 7.1 to 1. Most lenders will only lend up to 4.5 times income, so to buy an average house in Telford, a first time buyer would need to be on a salary in the early £35,000+  and even then, would need to raise at least a 5% deposit, which when you take into account buying fees, will be in the order of £10,500.

Tenants’ inability to raise that sort of money for the deposit is driving demand for rental property. If you would like some advice about buying to let, be you a landlord with a portfolio or someone thinking of investing in the rental market for the first time, please give us a call or pop in and see me at our office at Grays, Forgegate in Telford.

See more thoughts and opinions at the www.telfordpropertyblog.co.uk

Monday, 3 November 2014

Deal of the day - 2 Bed Flat, Briarwood, Brookside,Telford - In demand with good return

Just thought I would share this with all you property investors - a nice two bed flat in the "rentable" area Brookside. 
 
Two 2 beds are keenly in demand. On initial inspection  this looks a spacious first floor apartment, that looks ready to rent aside from some minor adjustments.
 
Situated in an established residential area conveniently located for local shops and bus routes, and easy access to Telford town centre & Southwater.
 
On for £62k you should be able to achieve £490 pcm which works out at just over 9% gross yield. As this is flat there a good chance that this will be lease hold, you would need to check with the agent
 


 
If you would like an informal chat about investing in Telford, please give a call on 01952 306 444

Friday, 31 October 2014

Deal of the day - 4 bed terraced in Wellington, Telford - Needs some work but lots of potential.

Whilst on the phone to a landlord in Wellington, this property popped through on email. He has properties in Wellington so I mentioned to him that it had come available and he's taking a look! He thinks it could make a good family home or one for sharers.

This will need closer inspection, however located in Wellington, the property is served by a range of local shops, leisure centre, bus and railway stations. There are a range of schools and good access to the M54 to Telford Town Centre and the new Southwater development, and it also offers easy access towards Shrewsbury and the West Midlands.



See more at goo.gl/3JrWuG

Give me a call or email on 01952 306 444 or martin@letwithsignature.co.uk for my further thoughts.

Wednesday, 29 October 2014

Deal of the Day - 3 Bed, Mid Terrace, Donnington, Telford, Good Return on Investment!

This week I have taken 6-7 phone calls from tenants wanting 3 bed properties in the Donnington area! So when I seen this property come available I thought I should share it with you landlords out there...

Donnington rents well dues to its proximity to Telford Town Centre, Newport, the Donnington British Army Ordnance Depot and close links to the M54

This property has been let before at around £580 pcm so if purchased at the asking price of £87k (on with Julia Weston) there will be gross yield of around 8%

For further information on any investment ideas in the Telford area please give a call 01952 306 444 or drop me a line at martin@letwithsignature.co.uk

Take a further look at goo.gl/UAZTds



 
 

Tuesday, 28 October 2014

How can you find a good property deal in Telford?



The subject of a lack of Telford property bargains over the last couple of years has always been near the top of most local landlord’s thoughts.

I have built up an extensive database of every property sale in Telford since the late 1990’s, so are able to give an objective and unbiased opinion on what (and what does not) make a good property deal / investment.

Knowing what is, and what has happened to the property market in the different areas of Telford (the differences of the property markets in Admaston, Wellington and Stirchley for example)  or comparing the town against say Stafford or Shrewsbury, enables me to spot any trends and opportunities for buy to let landlords.

One bargain (of many) that I spotted a few years ago and made a note of was a lovely 3 bed semi on Rose Crescent in Wellington. It sold in the summer of 2011 for £124,995. Admittedly it needed some TLC and a lick of paint, but what a bargain, because it was sold it again this June for £155,000.... A 24% increase in three years. Average property values in that part of Telford in the same three years only rose by 6.72 %!.

Whether you are a landlord of ours or not, or someone thinking of investing in rental market for the first time, drop by our offices at Grays, Forgegate in Telford or call 01952 306 444 for any advice and opinion on where the bargains are in Telford.

If you are wanting to know where I think there are some good investments to be found then take a click to the www.telfordpropertyblog.co.uk 

Monday, 27 October 2014

Deal of Day - 3 Bed House, Burford, Brookside, Telford - Good Value & Return!

On with Express Estate Agency for £87,500 this 3 bed mid terrace house looks well priced to sell.

Looks like there maybe some light refurbishment to be done, however it should rent for around £520 PCM, and if bought at the asking price this would give a gross yield of just over 7%

Brookside is popular with landlords, and in my Telford Property Update newsletter for September / October 2014 you will be able to read an interesting article on investing in Brookside.



Brookside has a wide range of facilities available including shops and schools. Located for easy access to Telford town centre, and the Southwater development with its shopping restaurants, bars and cinema this property offers a good location for a property investment.

See more at http://goo.gl/ciw7qk