4 GREAT MOOR STREET ,

9% 60% Yield ROI

PRE 5% DISCOUNT LAUNCH OFFER for early bird investors Prices start from £44,950 Low Entry Levels PROJECT SUMMARY Invest from as little as £46,950 with no hidden costs for the investor. Bolton is a developing city on the up and in the next few years really will rival some of the larger Northern All Closing Costs Paid cities as being not only one of the best cities to study in, but also one of the best places in which to live and Other than the price of the unit there will be no other costs to be paid. own a business in. After a few months of negotiating, we are pleased to be in a position to offer our investors an exclusive opportunity to capitalise on the ever Assured Rental Income growing UK Student Accommodation market, which is Both during construction at 5% and 5 years post currently is worth in excess of £2 billion. construction at 9% Net.

4 Great Moor Street will consists of 140 Student Hands off Investment properties, 119 en-suites and 21 studios and is located Properties managed by a proven management company with a mere 10 minutes’ walk from the main university no management costs or service charges for the first 4 years. campus in Bolton. Close to bars, restaurants and supermarkets the development will offer investors a Optional Exit Strategy lucrative opportunity to generate a 60% ROI in just Optional buy back in year 5 at 110% of the initial purchase 5 years. Prices start from only £46,950 and rent is price. assured at 9% net for 5 years. Solid Investment On going demand for this sector continues to increase whilst the market remains undersupplied. THE UK STUDENT A DISTINCT MARKET CONTINUES UNDERSUPPLY

TO OUTPERFORM ANY A major driving force behind the recent growth in the OTHER ASSET CLASS student property market of late has been the distinct lack of supply of purpose built PBSA’s. Some university centres

The UK student accommodation market continues to grow have no private PBSA buildings and so, the entire reliance faster than any other asset class currently and has done is on university halls which are often old, of lower standard since 2011 according to the Knight Frank Student Property and offer no decent facilities. What’s more, given the UK Index. The number of students - both local and international - government’s recent pledge to introduce a “No cap on the continues to grow with a predicted growth rate of 15-20% number of overseas students who come and study at our over the next five years, according to the Global Growth and universities” as well as the expected 5% increase of students Prosperity report in 2013. Despite the pressures from the intake in 2015, demand continues to outstrip supply across levy of tuition fees, as well as the recent recession, the all major cities and a correction in the market looks unlikely industry has continued to grow. anytime soon.

Replacing HMO’s (Houses in Multiple Occupancy) with PBSA’s (purpose built student accommodation) has been a major movement from the conservative government, resulting in student accommodation becoming the top- performing “No cap on the number of property investment in the UK. Highlighted by the likes of overseas students who come Knight Frank, Savills and CBRE, over £6 billion has been spent on UK student property in the past years and globally the and study at our universities. industry is now worth £200 billion, with £2 billion of this coming from the UK alone. ” STUDENT NUMBERS HOW ASSETS COMPARE HMO Total returns year to September 2013 RECORD INTAKE OF 8% RESTRICTION 7% STUDENTS IN 2014 3% 4% 6% RISE IN RISE IN Prior to the arrival of purpose built student accommodation, SEPT SEPT 5% Record numbers of British 18 year old, including rising 2014 2014 4% students have typically either stayed in Halls of Residences numbers of women and students from deprived areas, 3% or alternatively HMO’s. Numerous City Councils have are attending university this year, with more selective 2% limited or completely prevented the number of HMO universities welcoming greater numbers of undergraduates. UK INTERNATIONAL 1% licenses awarded to landlords undertaking house conversions UNDERGRADUATES UNDERGRADUATES 0% Figures show that nearly all universities in England have to house students. This is positive news for families, who ty recovered from the slump in student admissions after etail R Office ope r tudent have regularly been forced out of city centre housing because Source: Knight Frank S £9,000 tuition fees were introduced in 2012. Industrial landlords were able to receive more rental income from Source: Knight Frank All p r students. It is also a positive development for all stakeholders, The latest rise in student admissions, which takes the total including students, who will be moved from dilapidated up by almost 14,000 UK students (3.2%) to 447,450, will be houses into purpose built properties. PBSA provides a host welcomed by all universities. In addition many of the fastest of benefits, including better facilities, a more socially RENTAL GROWTH DIRECT LET YIELDS growing institutions in 2014-15 are post-1992 universities, conducive environment but most importantly for investors 2014/15 ACADEMIC YEAR which were able to take advantage of an additional more demand for PBSA type properties means increased 30,000 student places made available ahead of next year’s returns and more capital appreciation. abolition of student number controls. 5.75% REMAINING WITHIN 2014 STABLE With the abolition of number controls next year the figure is set to rise and with the shortage of suitable properties Regional London to house students. This will place even further constraints LONDON REGIONAL 2.75% 3.0% on the undersupply, meaning there are better returns for investors. Source: Knight Frank Source: Knight Frank DESTINATION BOLTON

1 4 Bolton, regarded as being one of the UK’s friendliest town Bolton is a major economic force, both within the Manchester City Region and has never been as prominent as it is today. In recent times across the UK in general. In recognising Bolton’s strengths as a business location, the local economy has been transformed and today the many major companies have chosen to make Bolton their base including AXA, town revels in its status as being one of the more up and RBS, Hitachi and the UK’s second most important grocery brand, Warburtons. coming towns in the North of England.

5 Bolton is currently ranked one of the best places in the UK for start up 2 As the fifth largest employment location in the Northwest, businesses and is increasingly being recognised as a strategic investor’s Bolton is set to create more than 20,000 jobs in a variety of destination of choice. A key reason behind this is the high level of regeneration key growth sectors, which will attract hundreds of millions the town is currently experiencing. Driving through Bolton City Centre, one can’t help but notice the regeneration and millions of pounds being invested in to pounds worth of investment in the next 10 years. revamping shop fronts, building new transport terminals and generally improving the overall look of the town. In the past few years alone, the city has experienced immense regeneration and with many forthcoming projects in the pipeline, it’s no wonder smart investors are choosing Bolton. 3 Excellently located in the heart of the extensive transport network, with direct access to the M61, M60, M62 and M6, Bolton is close to Manchester City Centre and , by both road and rail. In addition, Bolton’s location 6 Bolton is home to the region’s fastest growing profession-focused university, on the edge of the West Pennine Moors, provides easy access Bolton plays a significant role in the development of the knowledge economy in to some of the UK’s most beautiful countryside. Manchester City Region and the wider Northwest as whole. Thriving Local Economy WHYWHY BOLTON Easy to Get To The most self-contained economy in Greater Manchester. Excellent road links with direct access to the M61, M60, M62 and M6. Has a higher business density in contrast to the rest of the Manchester region. Easy Air access from Manchester International airport BOLTON just 20 minutes away. The city has become a major Manufacturing Hub in the Manchester region. New £48m Travel Interchange destined to further The Greater Manchester Economic Strategy anticipates that as part of the improve travel links. expected growth across Greater Manchester, Bolton will benefit from over 10,000 new jobs and £600 million in new private investment by 2017. Direct access by train from Manchester and London.

Regeneration surges ahead Things to do

The Bolton Innovation zone (£300m), a major regeneration initiative set Plethora of Restaurants, cafes, cinemas and nightlife. in the heart of Bolton town centre scheduled to create 4000 jobs. Tourist attractions including and Country The Church Wharf Development (£226m) featuring more than 340,000 sq ft Park, Last Drop Village, Barrow Bridge and the Bolton of offices, 230 family town houses and apartments, a cinema, cafés, bars “Over the next decade, planned investment Steam Museum. and restaurants, a hotel, shops and public spaces. across Bolton will generate nearly 20,000 The Bolton Food Festival is the largest food festival in Church Street (£100m). The scheme will deliver £100 million of investment new jobs and secure around £1billion in the UK. Now in its 9th year, the festival continues to providing new retail, leisure and residential developments. draw in visitors from all over the UK. new investment. Bolton One (£31m), a completed joint scheme by Bolton Council, NHS Bolton Shopping - a number of shopping centres and markets and Bolton university to build a new Health Leisure and Research Centre. Community Health partnerships including Bolton’s award winning, indoor market. The (£48m), a new travel hub and bus interchange. ” BOLTON UNIVERSITY

The challenges and opportunities of the current and future higher education environment place a great strain on today’s universities. However, Bolton University is in a very strong position to capitalise on this and continues to attract more and more students. Having implemented significant academic initiatives, as well as investing heavily in infrastructure improvements, it is no wonder that the university continues to rise in notoriety and attracts thousands of students to its doorsteps.

Bolton University recently announced a £150m transformation project, which includes among other projects, the £31m Bolton One building. This is just part of the university’s effort to give effect to the Bolton Education Zone. Construction has also begun on a £10m technical college, which is destined to contribute to the further growth of the university. As well as these investments, the university has also planned the following investments in to infrastructure, contributing to its ambitious plans for the future:

The new £10m National Centre for Motorsport Engineering. The new Queens campus offering subjects allied to Dentistry and Biomedical Science. The newly created Northern School of Theatre and Dramatic Arts. The new Law school in the iconic Le Mans Crescent.

Bolton University only has two Halls of Residence, which it operates directly, providing 700 beds in total. However, with the increased number of students the university is attracting, Orlando Village and The Hollins are feeling the strain. There are five other student properties within Bolton that provide an additional 390 beds. With most houses in and around the university occupied by families, there exists a clear opportunity for an additional PBSA building to cope with the rising demand. BOLTON Students Investment 14,000 students currently. Newly completed £31m investment in to BOLTON Bolton 1 Health and Leisure centre. Intake expected to grow to 20,000 over the next four years. £2.5m investment in to the improvement of the library facilities. UNIVERSITY Fastest growing profession focused university UNIRESITY in the UK. £10m investment in to Arts and Media Facilities. Demand for places outstrips supply by 5:1. = £10m Centre for Motor Sport. £150m investment to come over the next 5 students 1 place Ambition to increase international student 5 years. intake by 5% year on year.

Accommodation International Focus Undersupply “Bolton has enjoyed a large Almost 10% of students are from overseas. Unlike neighboring towns, where number of rise in applications in recent beds is reaching saturation, Bolton has very Affiliation with over 70 countries globally little PBSA. years and have undertaken including Malaysia, China and Singapore. Bolton University provides just 700 beds in a multi million pound two halls of residences. The fastest growing development programme Undersupply has resulted in many students “ having to commute from far away locations. profession focussed to match. 13 years experience building International 4 Great Moor Street is to be the site situated The Guardian Relationships. university in the UK. closest to the university campus. Most recommended University in the UK A growing number of students creates a clear Bolton Council for International Programmes. ” opportunity for new PBSA. ” Unlike neighboring towns, where number of beds is reaching saturation, Bolton has very little PBSA. Bolton University provides just 700 beds in two halls of residences. Undersupply has resulted in many students having to commute from far away locations. 4 Great Moor Street is to be the site situated closest to the university campus. A growing number of students creates a clear opportunity for new PBSA.

4 GREAT MOOR STREET

This exciting opportunity centres around a very prominent site in Bolton Town Centre. The developer has 9% 60% acquired the site and has already obtained full planning permission to build a Purpose Built Student Accommodation building consisting of 119 en-suite pods and 21 Studios. Sizes will range between 12-29m² Yield ROI and all properties will be finished and furnished to an excellent standard.

4 Great Moor Street boasts world class facilities, including a reception area, communal kitchens, laundry rooms and landscaped gardens - everything a student needs to live in comfort. When the project is complete it will offer all students the very best in luxury living.

The site is located in and amongst a busy area within Bolton Town Centre, on a key through route road connecting Bradshawgate to Moor Lane. The university campus is situated approximately 0.6 miles away from the site and can be reached in two minutes by car or around 10 minutes on foot, which makes the education zone easy to access from the proposed development.

Bolton train station is located approximately 300m away and with the new, soon to be completed Bolton Transport Interchange literally opposite the site, nationwide transport access will be even easier than it currently is.

Adjacent to the Interchange and approximately 4 minutes walk away from the building, there are two large supermarkets and just a couple of minute’s walk from the site Bolton’s main town centre shopping district and town centre conservation area can be found, making shopping an easy task for the students. The pleasant area of the town centre boasts a neoclassical setting, surrounded by many retail and service outlets, which are all Blocated aroundO the grade 2 listed BoltonL town Hall.TON LOCATION

Universities and Colleges Transportation Bolton University 0.6m Bolton Train Station 5 min walk 0.4m Bolton Bus Station 5 min walk The New Bolton Travel Interchange Town of Bolton Shopping 2 min walk Crompton Place Shopping Centre 0.2m Manchester City Airport 19m Bolton Market 0.2m 4 Great Moor Street Morrissons Supermarket 0.2m Hospitals / Medical Middlebrook Retail Park 5.2m Centres 2.2m Entertainment Bolton Medical Centre 1m Bolton Cineworld 2.2m 3D Medical Centre 0.8m 2.2m DR Lyon and partners GP 0.2m Morrisons superstore Vue Cinema 5.2m Bolton Little Theatre 1.5m Banks J2 Nightclub 2 min walk NatWest bank 5 min walk Bolton Train Station Health and Fitness Barclays bank 5 min walk Halifax Bank 8 min walk Bolton One 6 min walk LLoyds Bank 5 min walk Sharples leisure centre 2.2m Santander Bank 10 min walk 0m 100m 200m Virgin Active Bolton 2.2m Highway links Town centre Bolton Wonderers Football Club 7m Rail links Distance radius 50m 150m PROPERTY SPECIFICATION

4 Great Moor Street has been designed by leading architects within the student property market and the building will be completed to an excellent standard. Using only the finest materials, the developer will spare no expense in creating the perfect building. Boasting amenities such as a Zen inspired garden and courtyard area, a state of the art games and communal room as well as a reception area, the development will create the perfect home from home for prospective students. Security will remain paramount in the building and CCTV will be present throughout.

The rooms will be spacious and include all of the things students need to make themselves feel at home. Both the en-suites and studios will have access to their own private bathrooms that will comprise of a toilet, sink and shower. In addition they will come fully fitted with wardrobe space as well as a desk and chair for study. All rooms will be fitted with flat screen TV’s and have microwaves as well as a kettle as standard.

Communal kitchens will be equipped to a very high standard, complete with a slimline fridge, study area, ovens, as well as a communal TV and ample space for students to gather and convene. All properties will feature complimentary high speed WIFI throughout. Rooms Reception Area Single bed and Mattress 2 pillows, fitted sheet and Duvet Flatscreen TV Games Room Separate study and workstation area Fully furnished

Landscaped Gardens Lounge Area Study Desks and chairs Shelves Laundry Room Dining table and chairs 32” Flat Screen TV and wall bracket A modern rug Retail Units on Ground Floor Kitchen Area Integrated Slimline Fridge Bike Storage Area Built in electric hob (2 Ring) Microwave Oven Kettle, Toaster, Ironing Board and Iron Cutlery – Knife, Fork, Spoon and Tea Spoon CCTV throughout Crockery – Dinner Plate, Side Plate and Bowl – White 3 Piece Pan Set and Frying Pan Kitchen Utensil Set Wheelchair Accessible rooms Pedestal Bin

KEY INVESTMENT HIGHLIGHTS

En-suite pods starting Studio’s from available from 50% deposit £46,950 £57,750 required on exchange Optional buyback in year 5 at 5% Interest on 110% deposit monies during construction and deducted off final Free 9% Net payment Legal Assured Fees* Income for 5 years

*Free legal fees are only payable if you use a lawyer of the developers choice. EN-SUITE STUDIO

Sales Price £46,950 Sales Price £57,750

50% Deposit on Exchange £23,475 50% Deposit on Exchange £28,875

Legal Fees Paid Legal Fees Paid

Total outlay on Exchange £23,475 Total outlay on Exchange £28,875

50% Balance on completion £23,475 50% Balance on completion £28,875

Total Investment Outlay £46,950 Total Investment Outlay £57,750

9% Assured Return years over 5 years £21,128 9% Assured Return years over 5 years £25,988

Assumed Capital Growth @ 2.5% pa over 5 years £6,167 Assumed Capital Growth @ 2.5% pa over 5 years £7,589

Total Return after 5 years £28,469 Total Return after 5 years £33,578

ROI in after 5 years 60% ROI in after 5 years 58%

NOTES 1. This drawing is copyright of BLOK architecture Ltd 2. Do not scale from this drawing Disclaimer: Nb Assured rental payments may vary from month to month due to the number of days 3. Use gured dimensions only however will be aggregated across the whole year. The figures above are intended to be used as a guide only and like with any other investment the value can go up or down. - 00.00.00 ABC - - rev. date drn aud

drawing status PLANNING A WORLD CLASS PARTNERSHIP

The developer of this iconic site will be Franklin International and the management company will be Real Student Living. With both companies offering a wealth of Developer with 10 years experience experience within the Student Accommodation industry, it creates the potential for a world-class partnership. 3 Student projects already completed Having completed a number of projects in the North of England, Franklin, together 1000 beds currently under management with its partners, are specifically renowned for developing high quality student accommodation. Some of the developers’ completed developments are:

Appleton Point Bradford – 160 unit purpose built student accommodation – completed 2014. Hockney Court, Bradford – development of 48 student units – completed in 2012. Venture Business Centre, Liverpool - Commercial development consisting of premium and serviced offices.

Real Student Living by Berkeley Shaw is an experienced management company in the north of England with 17 student blocks under management and close to 1000 properties. Created in 1985, the company has grown from strength to strength and is now established as being one of the more reputable and proactive student let companies in the UK, having built strong relationships with universities all across the country. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q What Facilities are provided within the building? ? A A Gymnasium, Courtyard Area, Reception area, Retail units on the ground floor, Q When will the development be completed? Games room, and Laundry room. ?

Completion of the development is scheduled for Q4 2016. A Q ? Do I need a lawyer to purchase and if so how much ? are the legal fees? ? A Yes, we recommend that all our investors purchase using a lawyer. If you decide to use Q Will the development be leasehold or freehold? our recommended lawyers we will cover the cost if you decide to use any other lawyer then their appropriate fee will apply, typically circa £1000. A You will be buying in to a leasehold development with a lease of 250 years.

Q What is the proposed exit strategy? Q What return can I expect to receive on my investment? A Investors are free to sell their properties at any time if they wish to do so. There is also a A During the construction period you will receive 5% interest on your deposit funds developer led optional buyback in year 5 at 110% of the purchase value. As the university and thereafter post completion you will receive a 9% net return for 5 years. continues to grow its intake there will be more demand for PBSA in Bolton meaning the resale market should be strong.

Q Will I need to furnish the properties? Q Will I have any running costs?

A All properties will come complete with furniture. A For the first 5 years post completion there will be zero running costs to be paid by investors. Thereafter there will be a Ground rent, management fee as well as a small service charge contribution. All of this should not exceed £1500 per annum. Assured rental yields will be 9% Net. DISCLAIMER

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