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909 days ago
What is property securitization and why has it taken on an increased importance in recent years? Primarily because seasoned institutional property investors with liquidity problems look to overcome them, especially when they are associated with direct property investment.This is in addition to enabling access to property assets in a more liquid format. A range of property vehicles have thus been developed across the UK, US and Australia in order to meet the differing legal structures, economic circumstances and tax regimes. A recently released report into the property market profiles the results of two surveys of major property investors in the Australian region; in order to examine more closely the attitudes of investors to property securitization. Some of the key issues which have emerged from these surveys ...
940 days ago
A few tips on buying properties at auction: Guide Prices - These are listed on a separate sheet in the catalogue and are a general indication of the current level of the vendor’s intention as to the reserve price. The sale price is usually expected to exceed the guide price and prospective purchasers should check with their auctioneer Proxy/Telephone Bidding - If you are unable to attend the sale you can arrange to bid on the phone, on the internet or via a Proxy Bid. Finance - It is always best to arrange your finance with your bank or building society and have the property surveyed if required. Special arrangement for surveyors can be made by contacting your auctioneers directly. A number of financial companies who specialise in auction properties advertise across the market and i can point you to a few. Offers - Generally sellers are prepared to consider pre-auction sales and offers can be made by phone, fax, e-mail or in writing. Offers should be unconditional and you ...
