2nd October 2007
Manchester Confidential – Manchester named as the fifth best region to invest in the UK
If you still hold faith in the buy-to-let market and remain undeterred by the current shaky state of the property game then property investor and CEO of Imagine Homes Grant Bovey (Mr Anthea Turner) reveals his top ten UK property investment hot spots.
Imagine Homes works by making it possible for investors to buy a new property off plan with a two year rental income guaranteed. Investors then receive a guaranteed rental return of 7.5% of the purchase price per year for two years. With over 1000 properties throughout the UK in its portfolio, they are able to confidently identify just where the savvy investments lie.
1. Docklands, London
Office and commercial developments in
Docklands are predicted to see continued
growth for the next 10 years, driving
demand for residential property which will
become increasingly limited. Now is the
time to take advantage of the capital
growth potential and premium rental
returns.
2. Edinburgh
Edinburgh is much more than a tourist
destination. The City is a thriving business
and education capital with a well
established rental tradition. The new
Waterfront regeneration project in
Edinburgh is a stylish prospect for tenants.
3. Bristol
There are many up-and-coming areas in
Bristol. Bedminster, in particular, is ideally
located for convenient transport
connections, making it the perfect
investment opportunity which will attract
high calibre professional tenants.
4. Chester
Historical Chester is one of the North
West’s most lively cities, with award
winning museums, the River Dee and a
vibrant nightlife. It has good transport
links to both Liverpool and Manchester
airports, making it a sound investment
opportunity.
5. Manchester
The Metropolitan County of Greater
Manchester has the most extensive
motorway network in the UK and is only
two and a half hours from London by
intercity train. The city’s international
airport also contributes to making it the
fifth property hotspot.
6. Birmingham
Birmingham has already benefited from
the £450 million re-development of the
Bullring and Mailbox shopping centres. The
Jewellery Quarter has undergone
significant regeneration with £250 million
of public and private money invested over
the last 10 years, giving it strong growth
potential.
7. West London
With strong transport links to Central
London, the regeneration of Feltham and
Hounslow currently underway and acres of
rolling countryside on your doorstep,
Bedfont is a unique location that provides
everything an experienced investor will
require. Bedfont also provides easy access
to Heathrow Airport and with Terminal 5
completing in 2008 apartments will
command premium rent for Air Crew and
Airport staff.
8. Leeds
Leeds is one of Britain’s most exciting
cities with stylish young professionals who
demand everything you’d expect to find in
London. Transport connections are
excellent with easy access to motorway
links and Leeds and Bradford International
Airport.
9. Nottingham
With good transport links to the rest of the
UK, Sherwood near Nottingham is a
peaceful and desirable residential area and
a short journey from the City centre.
10. River Tyne, Newcastle
With a boost in developments along the
River Tyne, this area is becoming a sought
after location with magnificent views
across the river, the city centre and the
famous Tyne Bridges.
Imagine Homes has over 1,000 properties throughout the UK in its portfolio. Grant Bovey’s ten top property hotspots reflect areas of the UK where he has chosen to invest, demonstrating his confidence in the developments of these locations. Imagine Homes has revolutionised the investment property market by making it possible for you to buy a brand new property off plan with a two year rental income guaranteed. Investors will be guaranteed a unique rental return of 7.5% of the purchase price per year for two years - payable monthly in arrears. As Imagine Homes has properties in the most sought after areas in the UK, they remove the uncertainty of where to invest. For further information on the Imagine Homes offering and their portfolio of properties simply log onto www.imaginehomes.co.uk