“Redundancy leads to Investment Opportunities”

A qualified civil engineer, Katherine Newman has always enjoyed her corporate career. However, taking a redundancy package in October 2009 opened up a whole new world of investment opportunities to her.

In February 2010 Katherine invested in her first Platinum Portfolio and was immediately impressed with the team in Yorkshire. She has since invested in a second portfolio and currently has two properties of an eventual eight.

Speaking about what initially attracted her to the idea of investing passively, Katherine explained that living in West London, where the idea of buying below market value was laughable, the opportunity to do so in Yorkshire was a big draw.

Currently a Platinum Property Franchise Partner setting up two HMO’s within half an hour’s drive of her West London home, Katherine is very much of the opinion that as a landlord, the geographical location of the properties in relation to you is important. However, the comprehensive managed service package offered through Platinum Portfolio Builder, means that distance between Katherine and her investments is never an issue.

“It’s very easy, very hands-off” explains Katherine “I’ve met the team in Yorkshire, I know them, and they are absolutely a team I can trust. The distance is certainly not a worry.”

Speaking as to the advantages of Platinum Portfolio Builder Katherine says “Investing passively with Platinum Portfolio Builder is an ideal investment for me as it leaves me free to concentrate on my HMO business. The unique opportunity to buy below market value, coupled with the extensive knowledge of the team, makes me very confident in my investment.”