in a politically stable , 1st world , high ranking economy such as the UK .
An attractive factor is that South Africans have the opportunity to leverage off attractive international interest rates , especially in comparison to the high lending rate in South Africa . The UK offers interest only mortgage repayments and up to 70-80 % loan to value . The only requirement for a South African is that they are earning at least R300,000 per year to be eligible for this .
Prices start from £ 270,950 - yields of 5.5 % for long term rentals and 19 % for corporate lets