REAL ESTATE
Secure your acquisition. Protect your returns.
International property investors, developers, and real estate funds face currency exposure at every stage — acquisition, build, income, and exit. Jackson Swiss Partners delivers institutional FX and integrated property finance to protect your IRR from first offer to final return.
THE CHALLENGE
Target IRR priced at exchange. Delivered at exit.
Every international property deal carries FX exposure from the moment you agree a price. Whether acquiring in EUR, building in USD, or receiving rental income in AED — every rate move between now and exit affects your final return. A 3% adverse currency move on a £5M transaction is a £150,000 hit to profit.
Without a structured FX strategy, your projected IRR is a moving target. Development cost overruns driven by currency movements are the most invisible — and most preventable — margin erosion in cross-border real estate.
Acquisition Currency Risk
Committing to buy at an agreed price in EUR or USD when your capital is in GBP. Between offer and completion, rates can move by 2–5% — turning a priced profit into a loss.
Development Cost Exposure
Paying contractors, architects, and suppliers in local currencies over a 12–36 month build cycle. Each invoice carries the FX rate on the day it arrives — not the rate you budgeted.
Rental Yield Dilution
Overseas rental income converted at spot rates erodes your GBP yield. A 4% weakening of EUR vs GBP turns a 6% gross yield into a 5.8% net — before any other costs.
CORE SOLUTIONS
Four capabilities. One relationship.
Cross-Border Acquisitions
Convert large sums for international property completions at institutional-grade rates — saving significantly versus high-street banks and ensuring same-day settlement aligned to your exchange date.
- Competitive rates on £250k+ transactions
- Same-day settlement on major corridors
- Timed to exchange and completion dates
Development Cost Hedging
Lock exchange rates on build costs months in advance — whether paying contractors in EUR, fit-out suppliers in USD, or specialist trades in local currency. Protect your budget from project start to handover.
- Forward contracts up to 36 months
- Phased drawdown as invoices arrive
- Budget certainty across the build cycle
Rental Income Management
Receive rental income from international properties in local currencies and convert at optimal rates. Hedge future rental streams to protect your GBP yield targets and cash flow projections.
- 30+ currencies for rental conversions
- Optional forward hedging of income streams
- Consolidated reporting across all assets
Property Finance
Access bridging loans and development finance alongside your FX strategy — from one relationship. Fast credit decisions, flexible structures, and rates that reflect the quality of your proposition.
- Bridging loans from 1–24 months
- Development finance for ground-up projects
- Integrated with FX for seamless deal structuring
HOW IT WORKS
From valuation to protected return
Value
Jackson Swiss provides live FX indicatives for your acquisition budget modelling and deal structuring.
Hedge
Execute a forward contract at the agreed rate — locking your acquisition cost for up to 36 months ahead.
Build
Draw down forward contracts as development invoices arrive — phased over 12–36 months with full flexibility.
Return
Exit the asset with FX-protected costs — delivering your target IRR with no currency drag on returns.
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WHY CHOOSE JSP
What property investors gain
Dedicated Real Estate FX Specialist
A named relationship manager with deep knowledge of property deal timelines, development cycles, and cross-border transaction structures.
Large Transaction Capability
Institutional-grade rates on single payments from £250,000 — significantly better than high-street bank FX for large property transactions.
Forward Contracts up to 36 Months
Hedging horizons matched to development timelines — lock rates at project start, drawdown in tranches as invoices arrive over 3 years.
Same-Day Settlement
Property completions are time-critical. We settle same-day on major corridors so your transaction never misses its window.
Flexible Drawdown
Draw hedged funds in tranches as your project progresses — no obligation to convert the full hedged amount upfront.
Integrated Finance & FX
Bridging, development finance, and FX from one relationship — simplifying deal structuring and reducing counterparty complexity.
Relevant Services
The Jackson Swiss Partners toolkit for property
Property Finance
Bridging loans and development finance for acquisitions, refurbishments, and ground-up projects.
Learn moreFX Hedging
Forward contracts for acquisition costs, development spend, and rental income — up to 36 months ahead.
Learn moreInsurance Solutions
Political risk coverage for international property assets and key person insurance for project principals.
Learn moreReal estate FX FAQ
Common questions from property investors, developers, and funds operating internationally.
Get Started
Ready to protect your property returns?
Speak to a real estate FX specialist who understands deal timelines, development cycles, and the cost of getting currency wrong on a £5M transaction. We will identify the right combination of FX hedging, property finance, and risk management for your portfolio.