BUY TO LET

 

 

 

 

 

 


BUY TO LET

Investing in property has always been popular with investors as ‘bricks and mortar’ remain to be viewed as one of the safest forms of investment. More recently, with the rise of services like Airbnb and HomeAway, more and more people are looking to invest in property for short lets in order to enjoy higher yields.



SORT YOUR FINANCES

If you are considering investing in property, you should first look to organise your finances and look at possible finance options. If you are having a buy to let mortgage your lender will need to satisfy themselves that your chosen property is a good long term investment.

Buy to let mortgages are be typically based on the rental income of the property rather than your salary. The rental income must exceed the mortgage repayments. Consider the rent you can expect to achieve and what your yield would be.

To calculate the percentage gross rental yield on your investment
(total income per year ÷ the value of the property) x 100 = % gross yield

To calculate the percentage net yield
([total income – total costs] ÷ the value of the property) x 100 = % net yield

You will also be required to put down a larger deposit than you would for a residential property. It will usually be anywhere from 20% of the property’s value. An independent mortgage advisor will be able to guide you on the best deals that most suit you. Remember also to consider the possibility that there may be periods when the property is empty and you are not receiving rent and also factor in a contingency to cover any repair and maintenance costs.

 

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RESEARCH YOUR AREA

The next step is to research your areas and target market. What are the properties and areas most in demand? If you are thinking of professional lets, then you will need to consider transport links, local amenities, is the property suitable for sharers or a couple for example? You may want to let to a family in which case you would need to consider local schools. If it is for a holiday let then consider the proximity to the toen centre, or local amenities like Offas Dyke or other Wye Valley attractions. What is the level of rent you can expect to achieve? What will be your rental yield?

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FIND ONLY OR FULLY MANAGED SERVCE

Fully Managed Service
We will handle all aspects concerning the rental of your property. This allows you to spend your time on other things and to step back and know you are in safe hands with us taking the reins.

Let only
This service is more suitable for Landlords who would prefer a more hands on approach. As with all the services offered we will find you tenants, verify their credentials and handle final paperwork, but you will take care of the day to day management.

 

Chepstow | 01291 626262

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Ross-on-Wye | 01989 768484

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We are fortunate to sell and let a huge variety of property in one of the most beautiful regions of Britain. Set within glorious unspoilt countryside straddling the English Welsh borders are picturesque villages.