Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 12

We are currently on Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 12 | In Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 11, we shifted our focus to the growing number of expat investors returning to the UK market, building on the insights from Episode 10, which explored the long-term potential of short-term lets. In this latest episode, we continue that momentum by examining the escalating interest from […]
Buy-to-Let Mortgage

Buy-to-Let Mortgages – Complete Guide for Landlords and Investors. | A buy-to-let mortgage is designed specifically for property investors who intend to purchase residential property for rental income, rather than to live in it. Whether you’re a first-time landlord or looking to expand a portfolio of rental properties, understanding how these mortgages work is essential […]
What is a Buy-to-Let Mortgage?

What Is a Buy-to-Let Mortgage? Key Facts for Landlords. A buy-to-let (BTL) mortgage is designed for people who want to purchase a property to rent out. Unlike residential mortgages, these loans are based more on the property’s potential rental income than on the applicant’s personal income. Whether you’re a seasoned investor or a first-time landlord, understanding […]
Buy-to-Let and Holiday Let

Buy-to-Let and Holiday Let | The buy-to-let sector comprises properties in the private rented sector (PRS) financed by mortgages. It represents about a fifth of the UK’s total mortgage market and accommodates approximately 45% of private renters. Whether you’re an experienced landlord or a new investor, buy-to-let and holiday let mortgages offer attractive income opportunities, but […]
Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 11

In the latest instalment of our Buy-to-Let Watch series, Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 11 | we explore the rise of expat investors in the UK. This follows our previous update, Buy to Let Watch Episode 10, which examined the extraordinary long-term view of short-term lets. We press with this episode and discuss the rising overseas interest in the […]
Landlords Face Big Tax Rise in 2024

Landlords Face Big Tax Rise in 2024 – What to Know Now: Discover how to prepare, reduce costs, and stay ahead of the property tax reforms set to take effect this April. Mortgage Costs Rising for Buy-to-Let Landlords in 2024 This year, nearly 150,000 buy-to-let landlords will see a sharp rise in mortgage costs as […]
HMO Properties

HMO Properties – What Advisers and Investors Need to Know | HMO stands for House in Multiple Occupation, a residential property rented out by three or more unrelated individuals who share facilities like kitchens or bathrooms. For example, three professionals sharing a house would qualify as an HMO, whereas a family of three living together would […]
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West One | As we reflect on this year, the UK HMO sector remains a strong performer in the Buy-to-Let market. Many experienced landlords are attracted to HMOs for their potential to generate above-average rental yields. However, can first-time landlords successfully enter the HMO market with their first property? Surprisingly, the answer is yes. At […]
Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 10

In the latest instalment of our Buy-to-Let Watch series, Buy-to-Let Watch Episode 10 | An Extraordinary Long View on Short-Term Lets, we explore the key regulatory developments shaping the short-term let market in 2023. This follows our previous update, Buy to Let Watch Episode 9, which examined the challenges landlords face in a shifting rental environment. Recent government […]