In The Money

Top tips on buying property in Britain

This fortnightly column addresses readers’ queries on investing issues. This week, we look at residential property markets overseas.

The Haydon (left) in the City of London is designed to maximise daylight and privacy, with landscaped gardens and a private theatre. Savills is marketing the first homes within Brent Cross Town (right) in north London. PHOTOS: JLL, SAVILLS
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Q: I’m considering buying a property in Britain for investment purposes. My children may also be heading to Britain for further studies in a couple of years’ time. Are there any issues I should take note of? 

You're not the only one who is keeping an eye on the British property market. With the volatile stock market and inflation worries, investing in real estate is being seen as a reliable inflation hedge. However, higher interest rates will be a dampener.

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