What can I do as a landlord to ‘future-proof’ my business? Buy-to-let is a medium to long-term investment. To maximise your returns and see the benefit of capital gains – allowing for the market’s natural cycle over time – you should aim to hold a property for around 15 years […]
A new survey of buy-to-let (BTL) landlords in the UK has found: 60% are optimistic about the future performance of their property investments, both in terms of capital growth and rental returns. 57% say the Bank of England’s August rate cut had a positive impact on their investments. Two-thirds (58%) believe […]
The financial success of your buy-to-let depends on the investment making a profit, and both the property value and your profits at least keeping up with inflation. So, before buying, it’s essential to carry out extensive research on prices, trends and demand in your area, and ‘stress test’ your figures […]
Renting a property can be a long, difficult, and often confusing process. What do I ask? What do all these confusing terms mean? And how can I ensure that I’m getting the best terms? According to the experts at Grainger plc, the UK’s largest listed provider of private rental homes, that’s […]
A recent survey of a thousand UK landlords has indicated growing confidence within the buy-to-let market, particularly amongst landlords who maintain portfolios of five or more properties. The specialist lender, Shawbrook Bank, reports that 88% of portfolio landlords have made new acquisitions in the last six months. Looking ahead, one […]
Investing in student properties can be a rewarding venture for buy-to-let landlords. But, it’s important to balance making a profit and offering students a decent and affordable place to live. To help anyone looking to invest in student housing, Claire Flynn, Confused.com mortgages expert, has shared her 12 tips: 1. Research the […]
We look at the five compelling reasons to invest in Birmingham property next year: Navigating the Buy-to-Let market in 2024. Birmingham, often lauded as Britain’s “Second City,” has seen a remarkable transformation in recent years, making Buy-to-Let property investment in Birmingham a highly attractive prospect for 2024. This bustling metropolis, […]
As interest rate increases continue to bite and the costs and challenges of property development, especially in London, remain high, we expect to see a continuation of the market trends we have seen in 2023 going into the New Year. It’s reassuring to note that as we enter 2024, there […]
The real estate industry is a dynamic one, shaped by the economy, technological advancements, and societal shifts. As we stand on the threshold of a new era, it’s essential for both buyers and sellers, as well as investors and real estate professionals, to adapt to the upcoming trends that will […]
Over the last 15 years, the HMO market has been transformed. Back in the ‘90s, multi-lets were mainly student housing or cheap and slightly tatty homes for those on a meagre budget. But by the mid-2000s, things were starting to change, and now many landlords offer boutique-style shared accommodation for […]
