Buy to Let
With over 20 years hands-on experience in offering clients good, sound and local advice in the Buy-To-Let market, we can advise you on all aspects involved, including location, cost and rental income. We have helped and advised 100's of clients to ensure they buy the RIGHT property in the RIGHT area at the RIGHT price. Our buy-to-let service offers clients the knowledge that we have the ability to source investment opportunities from the whole of the housing market, not solely restricted to an in-house sales department.
Your budget will, first and foremost, dictate your purchase. Factors to take into account are all encompassing and we will be very happy to advise you, however we know from previous experience that the following guidelines are always relevant.
Close proximity to towns and centres of employment are key. Tenants don’t want to travel far to work. Amenities are also important. Good transport links, schools, shops and leisure facilities are all plus points.
Tenants are increasingly safety-conscious. Avoid run-down areas, with poor street lighting, or buying close to places of entertainment that may stay open until the small hours. Parking is a key benefit, particularly if the tenant can park close to the front door or has private parking. Our offices are situated in areas where there is a high demand for rental property.
We cover a choice between urban living, the countryside and the sea. Again, consider your target tenants. Corporate tenants look for good quality houses or apartments with parking. For families a house with a garden is desirable. Sharers like equal size rooms, and central locations. Where possible, aim for property that is in a good condition and that would appeal to as many tenant ‘types’ as possible. This minimises void periods, optimising long term return for your investment. Avoid properties likely to have high maintenance needs, such as very old buildings and properties with large gardens. Lettable property differs greatly area by area.
So before you buy, have a word with your nearest LD Property Management office. All our offices have consultants with local knowledge who can advise you on your investment choice. Our fee is simple and straight forward per property, irrespective of the property purchase price. For this we will do everything necessary to secure the best possible property in your price range in the area of your choice.
We select, view and offer on your behalf, liaise with solicitors until completion, collect keys and then let and manage your new property as per our normal terms and conditions. We will arrange, if necessary, any decorations, cleaning and supply of appliances/furniture in order to prepare the property for letting.