Buy to Let
The latest news, updates and opinions on Buy to Let from the expert team here at MoneyWeek
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Landlords ordered to make rental properties more energy efficient by 2030
The government has said rental properties must have a minimum EPC rating of C by 2030. We explain how much it will cost landlords to upgrade their buy-to-let portfolio
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Renters' Rights Bill: how landmark reforms to end no-fault evictions will affect you
The long-awaited housing bill gets its second reading in parliament on Wednesday - how will it affect you?
By Chris Newlands Last updated
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Average rents drop for first time since 2019 - what does it mean for buy-to-let landlords?
The rental market is starting to cool, with more supply and less demand, says Rightmove. That’s good news for tenants, but where does it leave landlords?
By Ruth Emery Published
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Autumn Budget: Stamp duty hike on second homes spells bad news for landlords
The stamp duty surcharge on second homes will rise from 3% to 5% in “another nail in the coffin” for buy-to-let landlords
By Katie Williams Published
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UK ranked as ninth-worst country for property investment
High taxes and rising transaction costs have put pressure on the UK's buy-to-let sector. Is the UK still profitable?
By Chris Newlands Published
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EPC rating standards for private landlords set for major overhaul amid ‘biggest ever’ energy efficiency push
News The government wants landlords to achieve an EPC rating of at least C in private rented homes. The policy revives plans previously put forward by the Conservatives.
By Henry Sandercock Last updated
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Could an electric car charger boost your rental income?
Advice Landlords have seen their buy-to-let profits come under pressure but tenants may be willing to pay a premium for an electric car charger
By Marc Shoffman Published
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Rightmove reveals UK's busiest rental market – where are the buy-to-let opportunities?
News A large supply and demand imbalance is still benefiting landlords in some parts of the UK, with Wrexham seeing 54 enquiries per home. We reveal the top spots for buy-to-let investors
By Marc Shoffman Published
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10 most expensive places to rent outside of London revealed by Rightmove
News Rightmove’s list is dominated by regions in the south of England. It comes as the cost of homes to rent has soared over the last five years amid inflation and an imbalance between supply and demand.
By Henry Sandercock Published
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