This investment model works if set up correctly, but if misunderstood, it can cause serious losses.
\nBelow, I explain clearly the points where investors make the most mistakes.<\/p>\n
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\u201cThe state is paying the rent\u201d is not correct<\/h3>\n
This is the biggest misunderstanding.<\/p>\n
In most schemes it is not the British state that pays the rent but a company that sits in between.
\nThat company is a housing provider or an operator.<\/p>\n
If that company fails or cannot pay:<\/p>\n
\u2192 the rent stops<\/p>\n
\u2192 the home sits empty<\/p>\n
\u2192 the investor is left on their own<\/p>\n
2. \u201cGuaranteed rent\u201d isn\u2019t always guaranteed<\/h3>\n
During sales, phrases such as \u201c10-year guaranteed rent\u201d are used.
\nBut looking at the contract:<\/p>\n
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- This could be an early release clause.<\/li>\n
- The company can break the deal if it wants to.<\/li>\n
- The warranty period may be limited<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
So this guarantee is usually not a guarantee in the way interest at a bank is.<\/p>\n
3. High rent does not equal high value<\/h3>\n
The logic we're used to:<\/p>\n
\u201cA high ceiling indicates a valuable house.\u201d<\/strong><\/p>\n
That's not always the case in the UK.<\/p>\n
Banks and valuers often look at it like this:<\/p>\n
What would this house go for on a normal rental?<\/p>\n
This also creates the risk that:<\/p>\n
\u2192 There are 8 returns on paper %<\/p>\n
\u2192 But the bank values it on 5%<\/p>\n
4. It might be difficult to sell<\/h3>\n
Social housing properties cannot be sold to everyone.<\/p>\n
Because:<\/p>\n
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- There is a long-term rental agreement.<\/li>\n
- The buyer must bear the same risks.<\/li>\n
- Getting a mortgage can be difficult<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Therefore, an exit is not always easy.<\/p>\n
5. The house wears out faster<\/h3>\n
The typical profile of someone living in social housing is generally:<\/p>\n
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- It makes for more intense use<\/li>\n
- Could be less careful<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Result:<\/p>\n
\u2192 Higher maintenance costs<\/p>\n
More frequent renovation<\/p>\n
6. The contract is the most critical issue.<\/h3>\n
Most investors don't look at the contract, they just look at the return.
\nIn the UK, it should be the opposite.<\/p>\nThe following questions should be clear:<\/p>\n
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- Who will do the maintenance?<\/li>\n
- The house will be returned in which case?<\/li>\n
- What happens if the company goes bankrupt?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
7. Getting a mortgage can be difficult<\/h3>\n
Not every bank will finance this model.<\/p>\n
Result:<\/p>\n
Fewer bank options<\/p>\n
Higher interest rate<\/p>\n
\u2192 Lower credit interest rate<\/p>\n
Net Summary<\/h3>\n
Social housing investment:<\/p>\n
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- It can provide regular income<\/li>\n
- The risk of being left idle is low<\/li>\n
- The ama control is low<\/li>\n
- It can be difficult to get out<\/li>\n
- If the wrong operator is chosen, the risk is high<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
The main point of criticism is:<\/p>\n