Investing In UK Property: Resale vs New Build
The second in our series of Investing in UK Property webinars, where we covered the key differences between investing in resale properties vs. new builds in the UK, took place on 27 March 2025
Are you considering your first or next investment in UK property?
In the second in our series of Investing in UK Property webinars, we covered the key differences between investing in resale properties vs. new builds in the UK.
We were joined by two industry experts from the Experts for Expats partner network, who discussed the need-to-knows of both types of property investment, including:
- How to decide which option is right for you based on your immediate needs and what you’re ultimately hoping to gain from the investment
- What the purchase process involves and how it can differ between the two property types
- Potential issues to be aware of when it comes to the purchase of each property type – from possible new build delays to the uncertainty of resale chains
- Key considerations you’ll need to understand and think carefully about before committing to your chosen property type
Presenters
Henry Shaw MRICS
Chartered Surveyor and Sales Director at BuyAssociation
Henry is a Chartered Surveyor and Sales Director at BuyAssociation. Henry lived in Hong Kong from 2017-2022 where he worked with expats to advise on UK property investment and how to successfully grow investment portfolios. He understands the needs and concerns of overseas-based investors and, having now moved back to the UK, continues to work with expats around the world. Henry holds a Masters in Real Estate and is a member of the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors.
Sarah Mottram
UK-based financial advisor
Sarah is a UK-based financial advisor, working with clients on investments, pension and financial planning. Sarah is also a property specialist and has worked in both property development and investment. As a former expat, Sarah understands the complexities that can occur whilst living and working overseas. She now works with Experts for Expats in an advisory role, meeting clients to understand their requirements and working with partners to help find solutions.