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Trump Presidency Sparks A Surge In US Investors Buying UK Property

The real estate investment market in the UK has drawn attention from buyers worldwide for many years. The UK’s strong economy, stable political situation…

• February 24, 2025

The real estate investment market in the UK has drawn attention from buyers worldwide for many years. The UK’s strong economy, stable political situation and the ease with which foreign investors can enter the market all make the UK extremely appealing to investors. ¹

Now, there’s a new president in the White House, and as the Trump Presidency gets underway for a second time, we’re seeing even more US investors look to the UK for real estate investments.

US Investors On The Rise in UK Property Investment

Interest in the UK property market from US investors isn’t a new phenomenon. Indeed, a recent study found over 12,400 properties across England and Wales are US-owned. Furthermore, the number of US investors in UK properties has seen a 5.5% increase year-on-year. ²

Traditionally, London was the hotbed for foreign investors, but the landscape has changed. Regeneration projects are seeing cities like Manchester transformed into havens for real estate investment. ³

Buy-to-let developments outside London offer competitive entry points, excellent rental yields and attractive ROI, so it’s no wonder they’re so appealing to foreign investors, particularly those from the US. ⁴

A photo of Berkeley Square North Terrace — Berkeley Square Manchester (Due for completion September 2025)

How Does The Trump Presidency Make A Difference?

There are many reasons why the Trump Presidency has led to an increase in the number of US investors looking to stake a claim in the UK’s real estate market:

Increasing Trade Tariffs

The Trump Presidency has pledged to add additional levies on international goods of at least 10%. China will be hardest hit, with an increase of up to 60% for its goods.

The UK may be affected too, but not to the same degree, so US investors may see a UK property investment as the better option compared to elsewhere in the world. ⁵

Economic Concerns

There’s a huge amount of uncertainty in the US currently relating to inflation, interest rates and the fiscal policies of the Trump Presidency.

Therefore, making a real estate investment in countries like the UK, where the situation is more stable, is simply more attractive to US investors. ⁶

High-Quality Developments

A large number of US investors in the UK are high-net-worth individuals, so they’re probably looking for high-end investments of exceptional quality.

There’s been an increase in the number of developments available with added extras, like pools, gyms and other sought-after amenities, making them much more attractive to wealthy US investors. ⁷

Trump’s Divisive Effect

We can’t escape the fact that Trump himself is a divisive figure, attracting both adoration and loathing in equal measure across the globe.

US investors who just don’t want to operate under a Trump Presidency may look to the UK for real estate investment, recognising that the stable political landscape and financial markets make the UK a better option than the US under Trump. ⁸

Make A UK Property Investment With The Heaton Group

If you’re looking to make a real estate investment in the UK’s property market, the Heaton Group can help you achieve your ambitions.

London still has a place in the hearts of many US investors, but northern cities like Manchester are starting to outperform the capital when it comes to UK property investment. ⁹

With over 50 years of experience in real estate development in Northern England, the Heaton Group can help you find your next UK property investment in the region.

We currently have two stunning developments available in Greater Manchester at Berkeley Square Manchester and Tranquillity Manchester. Both are located in the sought-after Salford area, with attractive river views and easy access to sites of regeneration across the city.

Salford’s housing market has enjoyed considerable growth in recent years, with properties in the area attaining high rental yields of around 5-7%.

Salford’s popularity as the best place to live in Greater Manchester will continue to grow as major regeneration projects transform the area, making it more attractive to working professionals, families and investors.

Our developments average an impressive rental yield of over 6.9% and enjoy a 10-year structural warranty .Contact us today to learn more about real estate investment in the UK property market.

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