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ROCE.co | Introducing the UK’s Property Investment Marketplace

ROCE.co: Pioneering a New Era in UK Property Investment

In an ambitious move to transform the UK’s property investment landscape, ROCE.co is proud to announce its official launch, offering a revolutionary platform that promises unprecedented efficiency, transparency, and trust for investors nationwide. Designed to meet the sophisticated demands of today’s property investors, ROCE.co stands out as the quintessential marketplace for finding investment opportunities effortlessly.

“ROCE.co represents a significant leap forward in trust and transparency within the property investment sector, addressing long-standing challenges,” said Miles Thomas, Founder and CEO at ROCE.co. “Our platform is meticulously engineered to empower investors with the tools they need for swift, informed decision-making, eliminating traditional barriers to success. We are thrilled to lead this transformative journey.”

A Platform Tailored for Success

At its core, ROCE.co is more than just a marketplace. It is an integrated ecosystem meticulously crafted to serve the diverse needs of property investors. By allowing users to search investments by type and strategy, ROCE.co ensures that every listing is not just visible but presented with critical metrics, facilitating a quick and confident assessment of potential investments.

Building Trust Through Transparency

In a sector where trust is paramount, ROCE.co introduces a novel approach by featuring verified agents along with detailed profiles, complete with reviews and essential compliance information. This commitment to transparency provides investors with a solid foundation of trust and the necessary data to make educated investment choices.

Revolutionizing Investment with Technology

Understanding the value of time and relevance in investment, ROCE.co introduces custom alerts and personalized feeds, acting as a digital assistant for investors. This feature ensures that users are immediately informed of new listings matching their criteria, spotlighting opportunities that align with their investment goals.

About ROCE.co

ROCE.co is at the forefront of revolutionizing property investment in the UK. With a commitment to innovation, efficiency, and transparency, ROCE.co aims to simplify the investment process, making it more accessible and rewarding for investors across the nation. For more information, visit www.roce.co

News

youngsRPS expands Hexham Based Rural Team with new appointment.

Katie Proctor, Rural Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer, started working with youngsRPS in November and brings with her nearly 5 years of experience advising farmers and landowners on the Basic payment Scheme, Countryside stewardship applications, rural diversification grants, farm tenders, valuations of rural properties, agricultural tenancies, planning applications and Estate Management.

In her role prior to joining youngsRPS Katie worked for a Cumbrian firm of land agents and Chartered Surveyors and qualified as an RICS Chartered Surveyor and Registered Valuer in 2019. Katie is also qualified as a Fellow of the Central Association of Agricultural Valuers (CAAV).

Graeme Bruce, Managing Director of youngsRPS, said “We’re very excited to have Katie on board. Her depth of experience, knowledge and local connections will complement our growing rural team here in Hexham.”

Katie, who was brought up on the family beef and sheep farm in Hexham comments: “I’m delighted to be joining the youngsRPS Hexham Mart team to work with one of the most established teams of rural chartered surveyors in the North of England, and of course back to my roots here in Hexham.”

More information about our rural team is available at the company’s About Us page at https://www.youngsrps.com/team

Law, News, North of England, Property

Taylors Solicitors advises CapitalStackers as development funding deals pass £150m

A team at north west law firm Taylors Solicitors has advised real estate lending platform CapitalStackers on its latest deal, taking it past a £150m funding milestone.

Stockport-based CapitalStackers has raised £540,000 for a development of nine detached executive homes in North Yorkshire, taking the total raised by the peer-to-peer crowd-funding specialist to £152m.

CapitalStackers provides funding for commercial and residential property building projects to borrowers who are a mix of investors and developers. Bank finance has accounted for £124m of the total raised, with CapitalStackers’ investors contributing the remaining £28m.

The latest deal sees CapitalStackers provide funding for a Glam Living scheme in Church Fenton. Glam Living specialises in developing in popular, rural Yorkshire locations where there is a shortage of elegant, bespoke houses in the £500,000 to £1m price range.

Steve Robson, managing director of CapitalStackers, said: “This milestone is particularly pleasing given it’s been achieved through very strong relationships with our senior funding partners and especially our investors, to whom I would like to pass on our sincere thanks.

“Our model comprises a blend of peer-to-peer and bank finance that allows small investors to get involved in the kind of property development funding that used to be the exclusive province of the banks, and enables banks to fund projects that would otherwise be beyond their scope.

“The latest deal for Glam Living is characteristic of our borrower profile – a company run by experienced developers who produce well-designed, well thought-out housing schemes that withstand rigorous risk modelling.

“We have always adhered to our key principle of never allowing a trowel to be lifted or a penny to be drawn down until all the funding is in place. Our model forms a robust and invaluable pillar to support the UK house-building industry. Many others have fallen by the wayside because they were unable to find fresh investment in times of crisis.”

Taylors Solicitors has advised CapitalStackers on every deal since the platform’s inception eight years ago.

Matthew Catterall, a corporate partner at Taylors, said: “Having worked with Steve and the team at CapitalStackers since 2014, we have built a fantastic working relationship that is based on a deep understanding of the business, allowing us to anticipate their needs and deliver streamlined, effective advice.

“Huge congratulations to Steve and the rest of the team on reaching this milestone, which demonstrates just how great the CapitalStackers product and team are.”

Of the £152m total now raised by CapitalStackers, nearly £43m has already been repaid to banks and over £15.7m to small investors at an average return of 12.91 per cent.

The remaining £12m is still earning for investors in construction projects across the UK. The lowest return received by CapitalStackers investors has been 6.9 per cent and the highest 24.97 per cent – with zero losses. The platform has 190 active investors and around 300 waiting in the wings.