Real Estate Investor Magazine South Africa July 2015 | Seite 60

COMPANY PROFILE SELECT PROPERTY GROUP How To Invest Safely Into The UK Market UK property, an offshore investment in a proven and stable market U K property has always been an attractive asset class for international investors, as it has a worldwide reputation for being reliable, safe and, most importantly, profitable. UK property has developed its stellar reputation over the decades. It has enjoyed more growth than almost any other major country over the past half century, with investors achieving returns of 2000% since 1975, while residential property in the UK has outperformed against gilts, equities and commercial property over the past 30 years. Recent conditions have made the market very resilient in terms of capital appreciation and re-sale figures. Therefore, investors can be confident they will earn a considerable profit on their asset when they sell it. The UK is a particularly appealing market for South Africans, as Pound Sterling is regarded as a Rand hedge, whilst some South Africans also have connections to Britain, whether it is through travel or family experiences. Investors can consider a Pound Sterling income through property in the UK to drive strong returns for their future. Select Property Group Select Property Group is a global developer, retailer and operator of market-leading property investment brands. Operating since 2004, the Group has a well-earned reputation of delivering successful investments in both emerging markets and through the identification of niche opportunities in established markets. 58 JULY 2015 SA Real Estate Investor The Group’s success is underpinned by a clear vision to develop market-leading brands that align end user needs with investor returns. The key to this strategy is an unswerving commitment to understanding the end customer in every market it serves, delivering exceptional lifestyle experiences for residents and fully managed property investments to its investor clients in 117 countries. “Investors can be confident they will earn a considerable profit on their asset.” Unlike a typical property investment company, which sources products to sell but remains detached from the development or management of the product, Select Property Group controls every aspect of the investment. From the initial identification of the opportunity, the perfect location is sourced, a building is designed and furnished to accommodate every aspect of the customer’s lifestyle, and a specialist management team is recruited in-house to deliver consistently high levels of service, as well as operating efficiencies. RESOURCES Select Property Group www.reimag.co.za