Real estate is an excellent addition to any portfolio. The question is, what kind of properties should you be investing in?
There has been an increasing degree of interest in PBSA’s (purpose-built student accommodations) over the last decade or so. As the name suggests, these are accommodations that have built for student populations, specifically.
“Purpose-built student accommodations are more than just living space for students that have been built near colleges and universities”, says Richard Cayne of Meyer International. “These housing spaces are more akin to turbocharged dorms. Students can receive an off-campus accommodation with a more independent lifestyle while the income generated equals profits for investors”.
Purpose Built Student Accommodation, more than just dormitories
While PBSA’s may sound complicated, the truth is actually far from it. In fact, it can be a real estate opportunity that is highly unique.
Oftentimes, there is a high demand for off-campus housing in university or college towns, particularly when the academic institutions in question have a shortage of on-campus housing options. Also, in situations like these you don’t witness the same fluctuations that you might with commercial or residential projects, as school terms are generally fixed.
And unlike other kinds of housing projects, the maintenance can be far less arduous with PBSA’s.
Certain governments even offer specialized incentives for companies to develop PBSA projects in an effort to encourage enrollment and bolster student populations.
As for the student body, PBSA’s can offer an attractive alternative to on-campus living. Some students may choose PBSA’s because of their modern facilities or because they provide more convenient access to the city or town surrounding the university, or they may choose PBSA’s because the on-campus housing facilities suffer in availability or are lacking in quality.
Often, PBSA’s offer attractive amenities like modern gyms or posh kitchenettes. Additionally, in some cases the terms of the lease are just as affordable as on-campus student housing, depending on the location.
PBSA investments are global real estate ventures
While the United Kingdom has seen the most growth in the PBSA market, there is beginning to be seen a rise in movement across other markets as well.The European market is beginning to see a flurry of activity, in countries such as Germany, Poland and the Netherlands.
The United States, which has generally been seen as a difficult market through which to implement PBSA’s is also beginning to see market growth. Even China is starting to introduce PBSA projects.
Increasingly, investors are reviewing potential developments for PBSA’s almost anywhere that contains a growing population of university students.
Diversity your real estate holdings with PBSAs?
While many locations are still gaining traction, the most mature so far is probably the UK. Regardless of this, it’s important that you understand everything there is to know about PBSA’s in the various locations that might be promising for a project of that nature before committing to this type of investment.
Another option is looking into specialized funds that focus specifically on PBSA projects.
No matter which route you choose, however, it is imperative that you first consult with a trusted financial advisor like Richard Meyer Cayne of Meyer International in Bangkok, Thailand before moving into this new but challenging investment opportunity.
Richard Meyer Cayne
Richard Meyer Cayne of Asia Wealth Group Holdings, the Meyer Group, Meyer Asset Management and Meyer International Ltd has been involved in wealth management planning for decades. Originally born in Montreal Quebec, Canada, he later relocated to Tokyo, Japan for over 15 years and now resides in Bangkok, Thailand. While he runs the Meyer Group and serves as the high credibility CEO of Asia Wealth Group Holdings Ltd, a London, UK Stock Exchange-listed Financial Holdings Company, as well as the Managing Director of the Meyer Group of Companies www.meyerjapan.com. and has additionally been the managing director of multiple organizations that specialize in helping high net worth individuals with succession planning .
Having worked with clients all over the globe with everything from portfolios to bonds to mutual funds to offshore investing to investing in retirement for your golden years, Richard Cayne of Meyer International can help you invest the right way and protect your cash.
Richard has been a financial advisor involved in wealth management planning solutions and asset management in Asia for over 25 years and while living in Tokyo, Japan, he assisted many high net-worth Japanese families create innovative international tax and wealth management planning solutions.
The financial holding public company of which he is CEO can be seen at Asia Wealth Group Holdings Ltd or the stock exchange link:https://www.aquis.eu/aquis-stock exchange/member?securityidaqse=AWLP Asia Wealth Group Holdings Ltd – Richard Cayne Thailand. Meyer Asset Management Ltd has been in the wealth management space since March 2000 and uses fundamental analysis along with modern portfolio theory.
His image worldwide as a professional advisor has been sterling and he maintains a firm command and understanding of all things finance-related.
