How to Buy

Different methods for purchasing investment properties and making successful offers. Articles cover auctions, estate agents, private sales, property clubs and market timing strategies.

Buying an Investment Property at Auction

Buying property at auction cuts the process down to minutes, but you need to know what pitfalls to avoid and how the bidding process works.

Buying an Investment Property by Private Purchase

Buy investment property directly from friends or family to avoid estate agent fees and get insider knowledge of the home.

Buying an Investment Property in a Depressed Market

Buy investment properties when prices drop and competition is low, here's how to spot deals and negotiate in a slowing market.

Buying an Investment Property in Scotland

How Scotland's property buying process differs from England and Wales, including its unique missives system and offers over approach.

Buying an Investment Property Through an Estate Agent

Estate agents can help you find investment properties, but remember they work for sellers, know how to work with them effectively.

Making an Offer on an Investment Property

Getting the price right on an investment property is critical to turning a profit instead of creating a financial burden.

Property Investment Clubs

Property investment clubs promise easy profits, but high fees and risky deals mean you should be cautious before joining.

Property Investment Trusts and Accounts

Buy property shares without owning buildings through REITs, spreading your investment across multiple properties with less hassle.

Tips for Buying Repossessed Properties

Learn where to find repossessed properties, build relationships with estate agents, and master auction bidding tactics to beat the competition.

Tips on Climbing the Property Ladder

Get practical advice on saving for a deposit, timing your purchase, and finding the right property without overpaying.