The complete beginner's guide to UK property investment

Guides for people considering their first property investment in the UK.

Articles

Is property still a good investment in 2026?

· 3 min read

UK property investment in 2026: the case for, the case against, and the numbers. Yield compression, regulatory burden, tax changes, and whether the...

12 mistakes new property investors make

· 4 min read

Common errors that cost new BTL investors money. From overpaying for the first purchase to underestimating running costs, these are the mistakes the courses do...

Property crowdfunding UK: an honest assessment

· 3 min read

Property crowdfunding lets you invest in UK property from £100. Two models: equity and debt. The platforms, the returns, the risks, and what the marketing...

Property joint ventures: how they work and when they fall apart

· 3 min read

Joint ventures in UK property: structures, profit splits, legal agreements, and the common disputes that destroy partnerships. What to agree before you commit.

REITs vs buy to let: which performs better?

· 3 min read

REITs offer liquid, diversified property exposure without a mortgage. BTL offers leverage, control, and direct capital growth. A comparison of returns, risk,...

How much does it actually cost to buy your first buy-to-let?

· 3 min read

A realistic breakdown of the total cash needed for a first UK buy-to-let property, including the costs most guides skip over.