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Get news, expert opinions and analysis on buy-to-let mortgages from the team at MoneyWeek.
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Can you make money from ‘flipping’ houses? Hotspots and alternativesThe number of homes being flipped has halved over the last 10 years. But there are still some areas where profits can be made – we reveal the hotspots where ‘flipping’ could still make you money.
By Sam Walker Published
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Buy-to-let repossessions rise by 10% as landlords face ‘tough times’ ahead – what you can do nowLandlords face being financially squeezed over the coming months, but there are ways to protect your portfolio
By Sam Walker Published
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How much do you need to earn to afford the average rent?Rental growth is slowing and making rents more affordable for tenants, but how much do you need to earn to afford the average UK rent?
By Marc Shoffman Last updated
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Four big changes landlords need to get ready for in 2026Major changes are afoot for landlords in 2026 and beyond – here is what you should do this year to prepare
By Sam Walker Published
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HMRC stamp duty crackdown sees probes of property deals jump 88% – what to watch out forFrom bogus stamp duty refund claims to misleading the taxman about who owns a property, HMRC is increasing its scrutiny of stamp duty land tax reporting. Here’s how.
By Laura Miller Published
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What adds value to buy-to-let properties? Four home improvement ideasRenovations to your property could boost its value. We look at how much improvements could boost your buy-to-let by.
By Sam Walker Published
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Do I need landlord insurance?Buy-to-let landlords need more than standard home insurance to protect their property. What is landlord insurance and how much does it cost?
By Holly Thomas Published
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The worst London boroughs to sell a second home as investors face £16k capital gains tax billProperty investors selling up in London are benefiting from a decade’s worth of house price rises, but for many it’s resulting in higher capital gains tax bills
By Laura Miller Published
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Reeves warned against property tax shake-up – 3 ways it could backfire on first-time buyersRachel Reeves reportedly has her eye on high-end property taxes in the upcoming Budget, but there are concerns a shake-up could unintentionally hamper those trying to get on the housing ladder
By Laura Miller Published
