Financial Advice for Property Investors

Property Investment Suggestions for 2025

Liverpool City Centre – Luxury Buy-to-Let Apartments

• Why? Liverpool’s ongoing regeneration (like the Liverpool Waters project) continues to attract young professionals and global attention.

• Hotspots: Baltic Triangle, Knowledge Quarter Liverpool, Ropewalks. - Learn more on the Merseyside Acme website.

• Expected ROI: 6–8% rental yields with solid long-term capital growth.

Manchester – Purpose-Built Student Accommodation (PBSA)

• Why? With over 100,000 students across multiple universities, Manchester remains a top student city.

• Focus on: Modern en-suite units close to the University of Manchester or MMU.

• Yields: Often 7–9% NET with high occupancy rates.

Sheffield – Off-Plan Residential Developments

• Why? Regeneration in the city centre and major investment in infrastructure.

• Strategy: Get in early on off-plan deals with phased completion dates.

• Bonus: Lower entry prices compared to other northern cities.

Birmingham – Regeneration Area HMOs

• Why? Big projects like HS2 and the Smithfield redevelopment will transform the city’s core.

• Focus: Multi-let houses near Aston or Birmingham City University.

• Expected Yields: 8–10% from well-managed HMO's

  Quick Tips for 2025:

   Prioritise locations with infrastructure investment (e.g. HS2, new tram lines).

  Focus on energy-efficient developments – EPC regulations will tighten.

  Consider hands-off investments like fully managed PBSA or serviced accommodation.

  Look for below-market-value (BMV) opportunities via motivated sellers or auctions.

  Learn more about real estate investment with this recommended read for 2025: (The Complete Guide to Property Investment)