The Investment Exchange

Issue 82 - The Ascend3 Network is Coming

February 17, 2025

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Welcome to the latest edition of "The Investment Exchange," your premier source for mergers & acquisitions, investment and personal growth insights. In this issue, we bring you the latest deals and opportunities plus introduce some of the podcasters, influencers and content creators that are shaping the investment landscape.  

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Contents

  1. Weekly Update -

  2. Current Investment Opportunities - Root Home: Delivering a safe and secure home to the most vulnerable in society

  3. Property Section with Paul Langshaw - Best Areas for Quick-Completion Property Investments

  4. Expert Corner - The Ascend3 Network

  5. Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements - "There's a smarter path to influence and impact..." – Join Our Free Masterclass with Callum Laing!

Section 1 - Weekly Update:

We’re off to a strong start in 2025! In just the first six weeks of the year, we’ve successfully completed three acquisitions, keeping us firmly on track to hit our target of six in the first 90 days. Momentum is building, and we’re excited about what’s ahead.

As we continue to grow, James Oates and I are looking to expand our team. We’re on the hunt for two, possibly three, talented professionals to join us. If you have expertise in sales and marketing, corporate finance, or operations, we’d love to hear from you. This isn’t just an opportunity to be part of an exciting journey—it’s a chance to help shape it.

If this sounds like you (or someone you know), don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Section 2 - Investment Opportunity: Root Home: Delivering a safe and secure home to the most vulnerable in society

Section 3 - Property Section With Paul Langshaw: Best Areas for Quick-Completion Property Investments

Flipping doer-uppers for quick profit requires selecting locations where properties sell rapidly. While London and the South East dominate property investment, northern cities like Manchester, Leeds, Sheffield, and Liverpool are gaining traction due to affordability, strong rental demand, and faster completions.

Factors Influencing Fast Property Sales

  1. New Build Developments New builds sell faster as they avoid property chains and often include developer incentives.

  2. First-Time Buyer Markets Chain-free first-time buyers accelerate transaction speeds.

  3. Transport Links & Infrastructure Proximity to major roads, trains, and public transport boosts appeal and speeds sales.

  4. Economic Growth Zones Areas with regeneration and employment growth see higher demand and faster sales.

Investment Sweet Spots

Focus on areas offering:

  • Properties under £250,000: Attracts a larger buyer pool.

  • University towns: Ensures steady rental and transaction activity.

  • Good school catchments: Maintains consistent demand.

  • Regeneration zones: Increases buyer interest and speeds sales.

Market Considerations

Transaction speed also depends on:

  • Conveyancing efficiency and legal processes.

  • Mortgage approvals and lender turnaround times.

  • Property chains, which can delay sales.

Strategic Approach for Investors

To maximise speed and profit:

  • Partner with local estate agents for fast-moving deals.

  • Use Rightmove data to identify high-demand areas.

  • Monitor regeneration projects for emerging opportunities.

  • Balance speed with long-term yield and growth potential.

Conclusion

Quick-completion property investment requires strategic location selection and market awareness. By targeting areas with fast transaction records and strong fundamentals, investors can optimise returns without compromising long-term value.

Section 4 - Expert Corner: The Ascend3 Network

Coming Soon…… The Ascend3 Network

Watch this space

Section 5 - Events, Offers, Insights and Announcements: "There's a smarter path to influence and impact..."

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Thanks for checking in

Kind healthy regards

Ross

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Happy investing!

Ross and The Investment Exchange Team

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