The next five years seems likely to see landlords double their property portfolios. Research conducted by Mortgage Trust indicates that the majority of small-scale landlords are hoping to add to their properties.
Landlords are holding onto their properties as it is still a good investment and demand is high, particularly among those who prefer to share accommodation.
Our view
We are surprised at the level of growth that landlords are predicting. The buy to let market ‘blows hot and cold’ depending upon interest rates and the demand for housing. In addition, the Government are planning to build thousands of low cost and social housing properties.
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