The Lightbox - Liverpool - Grosvenor Property Marketing

THELightbox
Often used in design and artwork, The Lightbox captures
the sense of innovation and creativity that ones student
years are essentially about. The Lightbox is setting the
new standard in student property – stylish, trendy and
unique.
THELightbox
“The Lightbox” is a boutique development of only 34 student
properties, located in the heart of the city and within a short
walking distance to Liverpool Uni, John Moores University & The
School of Tropical Medicine. Each of the cluster apartments
and studios have been designed to give a ‘high end’ luxury
finish, yet durable - thereby keeping both students and investors
in mind!
The building envelope is modern, innovative and attractive; “The
Lightbox” will certainly be a focal point of the city when complete.
“The Lightbox” is setting the standard for student housing in
Liverpool. Each property will be fully furnished to a high standard.
The stylish entrance area will include 24-hour concierge facilities.
9%
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Affodably priced at £53,295
Discount
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pre
launch
price
Investment Summary
Pre-launch Discount Prices – 10% - Act Fast
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Best location for students – 5 min to walk to campus
Affordably Priced at £53,295 – Launch Offer
9% Net Rental Assurance for 3 years
Lettings management with 10 years local experience
Your investment is in safe hands with an experienced
management team
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9% Net Rental Assurance for 3 years
5% Interest on Deposit
5 % Interest
on
deposit
Pre-launch Offer Limited
time period
5 min walk to campus
Whyinvest
inLiverpool?
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Liverpool’s £12bn wealth management industry is the
biggest outside London. The Global Entrepreneurship
Conference was hosted in Liverpool to sustain the
level of progress and business development.
In addition to the residential and business growth,
Liverpool is home to over 53000 students, 12% of
which are overseas students. The annual increase in
students is unabated as Liverpool’s rich history and
cultural significance continue to attract visitors and
student alike.
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Its growing number of domestic and international
students means there is a strong demand highquality City Centre student accommodation like
“The Lightbox”.
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Partnership programs; The University of Liverpool
campuses at the Shang Hai University encourages
second year Chinese students to complete their
studies in Liverpool!
TheUniversity
ofLiverpool
An original and iconic civic redbrick, The University of Liverpool
lives up to its prestigious reputation. A member of the illustrious
Russell Group, the university is a major centre for research
and innovation, and is consistently ranked among the top
100 universities in the world. It will soon be completing its
£600million campus investment program further bolstering its
international allure.
Liverpool
JohnMoores
Liverpool John Moores at 30th in the UK for Mechanical
Engineering and 35th for General Engineering.
It’s also ranked among the top 100 universities in the world
by The Times Higher Education, Top 100 Universities LJMU is
ranked in the top 20 UK universities for graduate business startups and in the top 10 for the number of businesses created and
number of active firms. The survey included over 160 higher
education institutions
Liverpool
HopeUniversity
Liverpool Hope University has a history dating back 168 years,
and remains the only ecumenical university in Europe. Despite
being smaller in size than its counterparts, the university recently
received a £20 million investment into further developing its
performing arts campus. A graduate employment rate of 97.3%
places it among the best in the country.
Liverpool
Schoolof
TropicalMedicine
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2 Minutes walk from “The Lightbox”
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500 students from 60 countries
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£23million state-of-the-art facility that places the institution
and the forefront of research into infectious diseases.
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£200million research portfolio
AboutLiverpool
Designated European Capital of Culture in 2008,
Liverpool has the highest concentration of museums
and art galleries outside of London, as well as the
oldest philharmonic orchestra in the world.
Liverpool FC are one of the most successful clubs
in the game’s history. The Merseyside derby, with
neighbours Everton FC, is one of the highlights of the
footballing season.
Liverpool continues to increase prosperity and drive
forth business with over £4billion private and public
investment since 2000. Thereby making it one of the
fastest growing Cities outside of London.
P&O cruises have increased tourism as Liverpool
now hosts and international port for cruise liners. It
rich Maritime history are evident in the architectural
grandeur of the city centre. Skilled artisans constructed
the ships and the prosperity in Liverpool rose to
become the maritime mercantile epicenter that would
come to shape much of the modern world, a fact
recognised by UNESCO. Liverpool became a World
Heritage Site in 2004.
Location
BestLocationinLiverpool
Students have become discerning consumers. In a recent report from
Knight Frank Student Housing the three most factors when choosing
a property are; Location, high speed Internet, and responsiveness of
the student management company.
“The Lightbox” in the heart of the city with great local amenities
and transport, everything the end user could possibly need such
as shops, supermarkets, banks & restaurants are all within walking
distance!
“The Lightbox” is in an ideal for location; within walking distance of
the two biggest universities -Liverpool University and Liverpool John
Moores. The rich cultural history of Liverpool draws in students and
“The Lightbox” is perfectly positioned to take advantage of all that
Liverpool has to offer.
The long-term rental stability of an investment is underpinned by
its location. “The Lightbox” location and rental management track
record are key factors that underpin it as desirable and sustainable
rental investment property.
Liverpool
Hope University
The Royal Liverpool
University Hospital
Empire Theatre
THELIGHTBOX
University of Liverpool
Albert Dock
LIPA
Echo Arena
Liverpool Marina
John Moores
University
Specification
 Each student Pod and Studio includes
 Fully-furnished
 White goods
 Kitchenette (shared in cluster apartments)
 Desks and Beds
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Sky TV
High speed fixed broadband and wireless
Concierge facilities
Integrated study areas
Cycle storage
Previous
development
trackrecord
GainsboroughHouse
A recently completed student property development and
refurbishment encompassing 30 rooms with a mix three bedroom
and two bedroom clusters apartments.
Purchased in March 2014 was an existing three-storey building
containing 11 apartments, left to fall in to a dilapidated condition,
Gainsborough Investments bought, redeveloped and had fully
rented the project by August 2014.
The project was meticulously planned and all target and deadlines
were always reached, local knowledge & experience with working
with Liverpool City Council local planning department helped the
project run smoothly. (Block colour different – may I suggest using
their blue colour)
Aboutthepropertydeveloper
Gainsborough Property Investments uncompromising focus on design
and adhering the highest standards in build quality will create value to
investors. Their projects epitomize style, innovation and cutting edge
design. Having built up a student property portfolio; the directors of the
Gainsborough have their finger on the pulse and utilize their insight to
create distinguished developments that set apart from the rest.
LettingsManagement
BWFConstructionServicesLtd
The complete design and build service, from custom builds through
to highly skilled engineering projects, BWF have the expertise and
track record to complete a wide range of residential and commercial
projects.
Golding managing agents are market leaders in student property
management in Liverpool, managing a mixed portfolio of over
2000 units in Liverpool, Golding have offices in both Wavertree
and Liverpool City Centre thereby ensuring maximum exposure
to the student market.
Established in 2005 boasting over 10 years experience in
student lettings
Golding maintain the highest occupancy levels throughout the
city, the dedicated student office will take care of every formality
thereby making your purchase a hands-free investment property.
SIP builds are seen by many in the industry as the next advance in
construction and are proving tobe incredibly popular as they provide
a greater level of thermal efficiency and a significantly more air
tight structure, keeping the warm air "in" the building and insulating
against the cold and BWF are leading the way in pre-engineered
offsite construction using Hemsec SIPS.
BuildingwiththeSIPsystem
Structurally Insulated Panels (SIP) are fully designed and engineered
fabricated shells which are erected in accordance with the
applicable BBA certification.
 A fast and effective on site build method
 Structural strength
Hemsec are the provider of SIP systems with over 85 years
experience manufacturing composite insulated panels, providing
a solid reputation for quality, performance and value. Focusing
on Modern Methods of Construction (MMC) and environmentally
friendly sustainable building products for innovative construction
solutions.
ThePurchaseProcess
TheLightbox
CashFlow
Typical En-suite Room
Purchase Price
Income
Weekly Rent (43 weeks)
Gross Rent
Deductions
Lettings Management (circa 6%)
Service Charge
Utilities / Taxes
Phone / Internet
Staff
Marketing
Cleaning
Health & Safety
Maintenance Contracts
Insurance
Legal & Professional
Accountant
Sinking Fund
Security
Statutury & Accreditation
Total Service Charge
Ground Rent
Total Deductions
Actual Net Income
Actual Net Yield
Minimum Rental Assurance
Rental Assurance Minimum
step 01
Complete and
authorise the
reservation form and
secure your preferred
unit with a £2,500
reservation deposit.
£50,795.00
130.00
5980.00
358.80
129.00
43.00
124.25
58.31
165.00
13.24
45.01
26.35
7.06
21.33
179.40
34.41
39.97
886.33
150.00
1395.13
4584.87
9.0%
£4,571.55
9%
step 04
Receive the full
purchase and lease
agreement. Discuss
any questions with
your solicitor and
exchange contracts
within 28 days with
the payment of 50%
of the purchase price.
step 02
step 05
Receive a welcome
pack from your
solicitors with an
instruction from.
Receive building
progress updates. At
roof height, typically
within 6 months, a
stage payment of
25% is made.
step 03
step 06
Complete the antimoney laundering
process by sending
certified proof of ID
and address. Your
solicitor also requires
the source of funds
bank statements.
The building is
completed and inspected
by a surveyor to ensure
that it meets building
regulation and the
specification outlined in
your agreement
Final balance of 25% is
made at and you take
ownership.
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9% Net rental assurance is provided for three years. Income will be
paid quarterly, from the date of completion.
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Non-residents have a U.K tax free allowance on the first £10,500
income per annum.
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Leasehold period is 127 years
Commercial Property Solicitors experienced in student property
purchases will be recommended.
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