Mortgages For Business: Buy To Let News Archive

Could buy to let property in the north be good value for money?

Aug 16 2010 3:45PM

Buy to let investors looking to expand their property portfolio may be interested to know that a survey has shown seaside towns in the north are the best value for money and most attractive with regards to living standards.

Mortgage lender lowers buy to let rate

Aug 16 2010 11:35AM

One mortgage provider recently introduced lower fixed rates on one of its buy to let products.

Mortgage market 'will be stable this year'

Aug 12 2010 3:40PM

One organisation has predicted stability in the home loan market over the rest of the year, while interest rates should remain low.

Buy to let mortgage lending increased in Q2

Aug 12 2010 11:32AM

Buy to let home loan lending was up in the second quarter, according to new figures, while arrears fell.

Students told to protect deposit on buy to let property

Aug 11 2010 3:19PM

A guide for students has been released by mydeposits.co.uk, advising them to protect their deposits while staying in buy to let properties.

Could buy to let portfolios be higher in value as house prices rise?

Aug 11 2010 11:31AM

Buy to let investors may have seen an increase in the value of their portfolios as it has been reported that house prices rose in June.

Lending criteria 'will ease on buy to let mortgages'

Aug 10 2010 4:16PM

The criteria used by providers to approve buy to let mortgages will "continue to ease", one expert has said.

Buy to let landlords a "lifeline" to councils

Aug 10 2010 11:26AM

One expert has argued that buy to let landlords are an important support for the housing market and local authorities must be careful not to damage the private rented sector when they cut benefits.

Buy to let landlords in Scotland may have "grounds for optimism"

Aug 9 2010 3:19PM

One expert has said that the housing market in Scotland is picking up, with buy to let landlords possibly seeing the value of their portfolios rise.

Mortgage applications up 31 per cent

Aug 9 2010 11:32AM

The number of mortgage applications received by the Co-operative Bank and Britannia was 31 per cent higher in the first half of 2010 compared with the same period last year.

Buy to let guru says residential property is safe

Aug 6 2010 3:23PM

Buy to let expert Andreas Panayiotou has stated that residential property is "very safe".

Difference between buy to let house values between north and south 'reduced'

Aug 6 2010 11:20AM

The north-south divide between buy to let property values has decreased over the last ten years, one organisation has said.

Mortgages 'will be seriously affected by changes to the base rate'

Aug 5 2010 3:30PM

Changes to the base rate will affect mortgages, Think Money has said, but there are many different opinions on when the Bank of England's (BoE) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) will decide a rate rise in necessary.

Could buy to let portfolios increase in value as property prices rise?

Aug 4 2010 3:29PM

Buy to let investors may be interested to know that the cost of homes rose by 0.6 per cent in July, according to one organisation, which could see their portfolios rise in value.

Capped mortgages 're-entering market'

Aug 4 2010 11:33AM

More lenders are set to reintroduce capped mortgages as the likelihood of interest rates rising increases, one expert has said.

Replace fixed mortgages with trackers, experts say

Aug 3 2010 3:15PM

Experts have advised that people opt for tracker mortgages as the Bank of England base rate is expected to remain at 0.5 per cent for up to four more years, according to one newspaper.

Mortgage market will pick up, say brokers

Aug 3 2010 11:30AM

Mortgage brokers expected to see business rise in the third quarter of 2010, according to research by one lender.

Low interest rates 'to continue on buy to let mortgages'

Aug 2 2010 3:30PM

People taking out buy to let mortgages will continue to benefit from low interest rates, one expert has said.

Information fees on buy to let property to be scrapped

Aug 2 2010 12:09PM

People considering purchasing buy to let property will no longer be charged to gain information on houses, the government announced today.

Mortgage lending by mutuals 'rose in June'

Jul 30 2010 3:31PM

Gross mortgage lending by mutuals was up 19 per cent in June compared with May, hitting £1.8 billion from 1.5 billion, according to one organisation.

Brokers "invaluable" to buy to let landlords

Jul 30 2010 11:34AM

Mortgage brokers are "invaluable" to buy to let landlords, one commentator has said, adding that choosing the right product could save people thousands of pounds.

Mortgage lending increased in June but approvals fell

Jul 29 2010 3:23PM

Those looking for buy to let mortgage deals may be interested to know that home loan lending rose in June.

Could weaker house prices see buy to let portfolio values fall?

Jul 29 2010 11:35AM

Buy to let portfolios may have decreased in value as new research showed that house prices were lower in July.

Could buy to let portfolios increase in value as house prices rise?

Jul 28 2010 3:32PM

Buy to let portfolios may increase in value as one organisation has reported that the worth of property rose in June.

Buy to let landlords 'not milking housing benefits'

Jul 28 2010 11:37AM

Buy to let portfolio investors are not using the housing benefits system to make extra cash, one expert has argued.

Increase in requests for mortgage advice 'a sign of recovery'

Jul 27 2010 3:37PM

A rise in the number of people seeking advice on their home loan indicates that the mortgage market is recovering, one organisation has said.

Could buy to let portfolio values have risen with higher east London prices?

Jul 27 2010 11:27AM

Buy to let investors with portfolios in east London may have seen a rise in the value of their assets, as it has been reported that house prices in the area have increased.

Banks 'need encouragement' to increase mortgage lending

Jul 26 2010 11:36AM

Banks should be encouraged to increase mortgage lending, one organisation has said, calling for a "practical solution" to be found to support the sustainability of the market.

Buy to let landlords 'see improvement in rent arrears'

Jul 23 2010 11:32AM

There was a modest improvement in the rate of rental arrears experienced by buy to let property investors in the last three months, one organisation has said.

Lack of buy to let regulations raises MPs' concerns

Jul 21 2010 3:46PM

Concern over the lack of regulation in the buy to let industry has seen over 60 members of parliament sign an Early Day Motion (EDM), according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla).

Loss of self-cert mortgages 'could see greater tenant demand'

Jul 21 2010 11:53AM

Research has found that self-certified mortgages, which would effectively be abolished by Financial Services Authority (FSA) proposals to impose rules that would see the income of all borrowers verified, account for less than one per cent of business for intermediaries.

Demand for buy to let property on the rise, research reveals

Jul 20 2010 3:29PM

Buy to let landlords have reported an increase in tenant demand, one organisation has revealed.

Buy to let landlords 'will see increased rents'

Jul 20 2010 11:46AM

Buy to let landlords will see rents rise as tenant demand increases, according to one expert.

Government policies 'could harm buy to let industry'

Jul 19 2010 11:55AM

As the supply of rental housing hits a record low, one organisation has claimed that the chancellor did little to encourage those in the buy to let industry to invest.

Buy to let landlords 'require more protection against rental arrears'

Jul 16 2010 11:41AM

Buy to let landlords and letting agents are not well enough protected against the risk that tenants get behind on their rent, according to one expert.

Buy to let landlords told to insure against tenant arrears

Jul 15 2010 11:45AM

Buy to let landlords have been warned to protect themselves against tenant arrears, a problem which was faced by one in three portfolio investors last year.

Guide to wear and tear for buy to let landlords released

Jul 14 2010 3:46PM

One organisation has released a guide for buy to let landlords on what constitutes reasonable wear and tear to a property.

"Gain will not match the pain" in regulatory changes on mortgages

Jul 14 2010 11:36AM

Following proposals by the Financial Services Authority (FSA) that a change in regulations should be made in order to help ensure the responsible lending of mortgages, one organisation has said the damage that the legislation could do to the industry outweighs its potential for good.

Buy to let landlords may see lower portfolio values

Jul 13 2010 3:28PM

Buy to let landlords' portfolios may decrease in worth, as research has revealed that UK house prices fell in June.

New legislation aims to encourage responsible mortgage lending

Jul 13 2010 11:29AM

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) proposed today (July 13th) that changes to the way mortgage lenders are regulated should be made to ensure providers behave responsibly.

Mortgage lending rose in May, says CML

Jul 12 2010 3:39PM

Mortgage lending saw a modest increase in May, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has reported, while those purchasing property have typically spent the lowest proportion of their income on home loans in 35 years.

Decline in discounted mortgages "a good thing"

Jul 12 2010 11:29AM

Following a report by Defaqto that the number of discounted rate mortgages has decreased by 72 per cent, compared with three years ago, one expert has described the change as "a good thing".

Buy to let landlords 'must make good inventories to avoid money loss'

Jul 9 2010 3:18PM

Buy to let landlords are losing £12 million per annum due to poorly-made inventories, a survey has found.

Buy to let investors in prime property 'to see recovery'

Jul 9 2010 11:33AM

Buy to let investors who own or are seeking prime properties may see a recovery in the sector as assets worth £1 million or over have increased in number, according to one piece of research.

Buy to let landlords 'may see portfolio values fall'

Jul 8 2010 11:41AM

Buy to let landlords may see a decrease in the value of their portfolios, as research reveals that house prices fell in June.

Buy to let landlords 'may find it harder to find discount mortgages'

Jul 7 2010 3:29PM

As a new study shows that the number of discount mortgages on the market has fallen, buy to let landlords may have more difficulty obtaining cheaper home loans.

Buy to let landlords 'see rental increases'

Jul 7 2010 11:31AM

Buy to let landlords saw more tenants renew their contracts last year, compared with 2008 figures, almost 40 per cent of which agreed to pay a higher rent, according to research.

Students told: beware unscrupulous buy to let landlords

Jul 6 2010 11:23AM

Buy to let landlords may find that more students are clued-up on the regulations and guidelines imposed on the private rented sector, as they have been advised to be wary of unscrupulous portfolio investors by two organisations, according to Landlordszone.co.uk.

Don't sell buy to let property just for tax reasons, expert says

Jul 5 2010 10:40AM

An expert has told readers of the Scotsman not to give up their buy to let property simply to avoid tax hikes.

Expert gives tips on getting a mortgage

Jul 2 2010 3:33PM

One expert has recently given advice to Daily Telegraph readers on how to obtain a mortgage.

Buy to let landlords in south-west 'may see largest rise in property values'

Jul 1 2010 3:31PM

Buy to let landlords operating in the south-west of England may see the largest growth in the value of their portfolios compared with other areas in the UK, research has revealed.

Mortgage approvals 'not likely to change'

Jul 1 2010 11:36AM

Mortgage approvals are likely to remain unchanged or dip slightly throughout the rest of 2010, one expert has said.

Could value of buy to let portfolios increase on rising house prices?

Jun 30 2010 11:32AM

Buy to let properties may increase in value as a recent report was released showing that UK house prices rose in the first half of the year.

Mortgage lending up and housing market expected to recover

Jun 29 2010 3:38PM

Net mortgage lending rose by £1.2 billion in May, up from the £1 billion increase seen in April, according to statistics from the Bank of England.

Mortgage lending by mutuals 'increases'

Jun 29 2010 11:36AM

Mortgage lending by mutuals increased in May, growing eight per cent to £1,508 million from £1,399 million in April, according to the Building Societies Association.

New mortgage legislation welcomed by brokers association

Jun 28 2010 3:36PM

New plans from the Financial Services Authority (FSA) to make all staff working for mortgage providers personally accountable for protecting customers have been welcomed by one organisation.

Budget 'lenient' on buy to let market

Jun 28 2010 11:38AM

The Emergency Budget was kind to the buy to let market, one expert has said, but portfolio investors may still find it difficult to obtain mortgages.

Buy to let a "safe investment"

Jun 25 2010 11:26AM

The recovery of the buy to let housing market has meant that investors can put their money into property with little risk.

Government 'must consider capital issues' for competitive mortgage market

Jun 24 2010 3:28PM

Government 'must consider capital issues' for competitive mortgage market

Mortgage brokers 'support Budget'

Jun 23 2010 3:36PM

Mortgage intermediaries have welcomed the decision to limit the capital gains tax (CGT) to 28 per cent, research has revealed.

CGT hikes 'may not hurt buy to let market as much as expected'

Jun 23 2010 11:21AM

The rise in capital gains tax (CGT) from 18 per cent to 28 per cent, which was announced in the Emergency Budget yesterday (June 22nd), may not be as harmful to the buy to let sector as some had anticipated, one organisation has said.

Mortgages 'must be addressed in the Emergency Budget'

Jun 22 2010 3:25PM

The lack of funding for mortgages must be addressed by the chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne in the Emergency Budget, one organisation has said.

Buy to let landlords 'planning to buy more property'

Jun 22 2010 10:45AM

There has been a rise in the number of buy to let landlords intending to purchase further assets, according to one organisation.

Mortgage lending 'must become more lenient'

Jun 21 2010 3:23PM

The lending criteria of mortgage providers must become more lenient in order for the housing market to increase in strength, one organisation has said.

CGT rise 'will deter buy to let landlords'

Jun 21 2010 11:21AM

An increase in capital gains tax (CGT) will discourage new investment from buy to let landlords, one organisation has said.

Chancellor 'must ensure buy to let landlords not driven from market by CGT hikes'

Jun 18 2010 3:51PM

The chancellor of the exchequer George Osborne must ensure that any increases in capital gains tax (CGT) do not encourage buy to let landlords to leave the market, one organisation has said.

Mortgage lending rose 7% in May

Jun 18 2010 11:32AM

Gross mortgage lending increased by seven per cent in May to an estimated £11.3 billion compared with £10.5 billion the previous month.

People searching for buy to let mortgages "thin on the ground"

Jun 17 2010 5:09PM

One expert has discussed why there are fewer first-time buyers looking for buy to let mortgages in the UK.

Less red tape for buy to let landlords, says Shapps

Jun 17 2010 3:18PM

Buy to let landlords will not be bogged down in bureaucracy after a reform in housing policy, housing minister Grant Shapps said today (June 17th).

Buy to let market 'needs LHA rent arrears tackled'

Jun 16 2010 3:37PM

The government must keep its pledge to reduce Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rent arrears waste, which could damage the buy to let market, one expert has said.

Mortgage lending cap 'may miss the problem'

Jun 16 2010 1:15PM

Responding to speculation that the Bank of England is considering imposing caps on the way that banks lend mortgages, one organisation has said that limiting home loans may be an action that focuses on the wrong area.

Could rising house prices see buy to let portfolios increase in value?

Jun 15 2010 11:44AM

Buy to let landlords may see their portfolios increase in value as the latest Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) UK Housing Market Survey has revealed that house prices advanced in May.

Scrapping regulations on buy to let industry 'is a mistake'

Jun 14 2010 3:35PM

The government's move to scrap the plan to impose new regulations on the buy to let sector is a mistake, one organisation has said.

Buy to let 'only sector creating new homes'

Jun 14 2010 12:12PM

The buy to let sector is the only one growing quickly enough to meet demand, one organisation has said.

Buy to let remortgaging down but more people becoming landlords

Jun 11 2010 11:42AM

Lender Paragon has reported that the proportion of home loan business going toward buy to let remortgages has fallen to its lowest level for five years, while the proportion of first-time landlords looking for finance to purchase houses had grown for the second quarter in a row.

Lack of regulation in buy to let sector 'disappointing'

Jun 10 2010 3:32PM

The government's decision not to go forward with the regulation
of the buy to let sector planned by the previous leaders has left one organisation "extremely disappointed".

Two-thirds of tenants 'will stay with buy to let landlords for next five years'

Jun 10 2010 11:31AM

Buy to let landlords are unlikely to see two-thirds of tenants stopping renting to purchase their own property for next five years, research has found.

Demand increased for buy to let landlords

Jun 9 2010 3:58PM

Buy to let landlords are seeing an increase in demand as more people turn to renting instead of trying to buy their own property, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has said.

Buy to let landlords 'investing in safe haven'

Jun 8 2010 11:22AM

Buy to let landlords with property in London are investing in "probably the safest of havens", according to one expert.

Buy to let landlords 'may see flat house prices this year'

Jun 7 2010 11:31AM

House prices saw a decrease of 0.4 per cent in May compared with April, according to the Halifax house price index, which may affect the portfolios of buy to let landlords.

Number of mortgages on market growing, research reveals

Jun 4 2010 3:18PM

The number of mortgage deals currently available has increased by 42 per cent in less than a year, analysis by moneysupermarket.com has revealed.

Buy to let landlords 'may see more tenant arrears'

Jun 4 2010 11:13AM

Buy to let landlords may see more missed payments from tenants due to the difficult financial climate, according to Let Insurance Services.

Rise in capital gains tax 'won't be issue' for long-term buy to let landlords

Jun 3 2010 8:08PM

The increase in capital gains tax (CGT) on non-business assets will not be a problem for buy to let landlords who are going to continue in the trade on a long-term basis, an expert has said.

Buy to let house prices rise

Jun 3 2010 2:42PM

Buy to let and residential house prices have demonstrated a small increase this month, while the annual rate of property price inflation has declined, according to new figures.

Landlords 'should use a buy to let broker'

Jun 2 2010 11:34AM

Landlords hoping to get the best out of their buy to let portfolios have been advised to approach a broker.

Could buy to let portfolios see a rise in value?

Jun 1 2010 6:15PM

Buy to let mortgage holders may see a rise in the value of their portfolios as the latest figures from the Land Registry show there was an increase in house prices in April.

Capital gains tax is 'not fair on buy to let landlords'

Jun 1 2010 4:04PM

Buy to let landlords will be negatively affected by capital gains tax, it has been suggested.

Buy to let mortgages 'should not be repaid with a credit card'

May 28 2010 3:10PM

Paying down a buy to let mortgage with a credit card is "financial suicide", one expert has said.

Mortgage difficulties raise rental demand

May 28 2010 11:37AM

Mortgages are still difficult to obtain for first-time buyers, making it difficult for them to step onto the property ladder and forcing them to remain in rented property, an expert has said.

Rents increase on buy to let housing

May 26 2010 3:22PM

Buy to let landlords are seeing an increase in the rent they can charge as tenant demand grows stronger amid a lowering supply of properties, according to a report by the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Mortgage approvals rose in April

May 26 2010 11:55AM

The number of mortgages approved increased by 4.3 per cent in April, according to a report from the British Bankers' Association (BBA).

Buy to let landlords offered accreditation for quality

May 25 2010 3:24PM

Buy to let landlords are to be eligible for accreditation from the National Landlords Associations (NLA), which rolled out a certification scheme for the private rental sector today (May 25th).

Buy to let property 'growing in value'

May 25 2010 11:37AM

The average value of buy to let landlord's portfolio has increased by 6.1 per cent in the opening three months of the year, compared to 4.2 per cent at the same point last year, research from lender Paragon Mortgages has found.

Further regulation on mortgage arrears 'necessary'

May 24 2010 3:13PM

More stringent regulation on the way that mortgage providers deal with their customers' arrears is needed, the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI) has said.

Mortgage lending fell in April on 'funding issues'

May 24 2010 11:51AM

Mortgage lending was down by 12 per cent to an estimated £10.2 billion in April as the market continues to face funding challenges, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has reported.

Suspension of Hips 'may benefit buy to let landlords'

May 21 2010 11:52AM

The Department for Communities and Local Government recently announced the suspension of the requirement to produce a Home Information Pack (Hip) on the sale of a house, which could make it easier and cheaper for buy to let landlords looking to sell a property to do so.

Buy to let mortgage market 'picking up'

May 20 2010 3:10PM

The buy to let mortgage industry was one of the worst hit during the credit crunch but is now showing signs of recovery, Moneyfacts has said.

'Situation improving' for buy to let landlords

May 20 2010 11:51AM

Buy to let landlords are in an increasingly stable position with a rise in the availability of mortgage products, stable rent and strong tenant demand, according to Chris Horne, editor of Property Hawk.

Mortgages funding 'needs government support'

May 19 2010 3:12PM

With a £300 billion mortgage funding gap, the borrowing industry in the UK will need the support of the coalition government, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has said.

Buy to let landlords 'becoming more optimistic'

May 19 2010 11:50AM

Buy to let landlords are seeing the private rental industry in the most positive light since 2007, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has said.

More people are turning to mortgage brokers, survey says

May 18 2010 3:34PM

More mortgage seekers are going through brokers to obtain the right product for them, the Intermediary Mortgages Lenders Association (IMLA) has said.

New buy to let mortgage launched

May 17 2010 2:40PM

A new buy to let mortgage from lender Kensington aimed at experienced landlords has hit the market.

A good time for buy to let landlords, expert says

May 17 2010 11:45AM

Low interest rates on buy to let mortgages are making it easier for landlords to keep on top of their repayments, which is also good for tenants.

New buy to let mortgage launched

May 14 2010 2:04PM

Leeds Building society has introduced a new buy to let mortgage to its range.

Buy to let landlords 'should be exempt from capital gains tax increase'

May 14 2010 11:40AM

Buy to let landlords must be excluded from the proposed rises in capital gains taxes in order to save the recovery of private rental sector (PRS), both the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla) and the National Landlords Association (NLA) have said.

Buy to let mortgage activity steady for five quarters

May 13 2010 3:19PM

Buy to let activity has remained generally flat over the last five quarters seeing only a brief rise and then decline around the stamp duty holiday, data from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) revealed today (May 13th).

Tracker mortgages more popular than fixed-rate

May 12 2010 1:57PM

Sales of tracker mortgages have risen, according to research by mortgage provider Paragon, overtaking those of fixed-rate deals for the first time in a year.

Could mortgage demand rise as the housing market recovers?

May 12 2010 11:23AM

A report from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) today (May 12th) posted an increase in the number of buyers and sellers on the property market, which could suggest more people may be seeking a mortgage.

Could mortgages be in more demand as housing market picks up?

May 11 2010 3:22PM

More chartered surveyors noted an increase in house prices in April than in March, according to the latest UK Housing Market Survey from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Buy to let mortgage market 'may improve with new product'

May 11 2010 12:10PM

The buy to let mortgage market could get better for the consumer following an announcement from lender the Mortgage Works that it is raising the loan-to-value (LTV) on its products to an 80 per cent maximum.

New buy to let mortgage hits market

May 10 2010 3:24PM

A new buy to let mortgage product with an increased loan to value (LTV) of 80 per cent was announced today by lender the Mortgage Works.

New government 'must reduce debt to support mortgage lending'

May 10 2010 11:57AM

Reducing the country's budget deficit is essential for the recovery of the property market, the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI) has said.

Increased mortgage availability could help property market recover?

May 7 2010 4:09PM

Without further mortgage availability and the removal of other barriers to recovery, the recent upswing in the house building sector can not be sustained, the Home Builders Federation (HBF) has said.

Interest rates on buy to let mortgages 'unlikely to increase'

May 7 2010 11:40AM

Buy to let mortgages could be set to remain at a low level after one economist predicted interest rates will fail to change dramatically for several months.

Buy to let mortgage providers 'optimistic' about year ahead

May 6 2010 12:21PM

More than half of chief executive officers for mutual lenders have said they are seeing less of an impact from external factors than they have in two years and are optimistic about the next twelve months, according to research by the Building Societies Association (BSA).

Buy to let mortgage lending 'could increase'

May 5 2010 3:25PM

Those looking for a buy to let mortgage may be interested to know that brokers are expecting lending to increase in the second quarter of this year.

Buy to let tax guide 'may help landlords cut costs'

May 4 2010 3:23PM

Buy to let landlords may be able to claim back more on tax than they realise, according to lender Paragon Mortgages.

Mortgage lending increased in March

May 4 2010 12:21PM

Those looking to take out a buy to let mortgage may be interested to know that gross by mutuals rose 36 per cent in March, according to a report by the Building Societies Association (BSA).

Hips are "a needless burden" for buy to let mortgage holders

Apr 30 2010 3:08PM

Conservative shadow local government and planning minister Bob Neill has said home information packs (Hips) are more of a hindrance than a help to the property market.

Lending body calls for rules on buy to let mortgages to be properly enforced

Apr 30 2010 1:30PM

The Building Societies Association (BSA) has responded to new rules on buy to let mortgage arrears proposed by the Financial Services Authority (FSA).

Buy to let mortgage holders must ensure they know law

Apr 30 2010 11:40AM

Buy to let mortgage holders must be sure they don't lose out on money by not understanding the law on tenant deposits, Recover My Deposit - specialist solicitors and lawyers who act on the behalf of tenants - have said this week.

Buy to let landlords are earning more, research reveals

Apr 29 2010 3:49PM

Buy to let landlords are earning a higher net income now than a few years ago, according to the Nationwide House Price Index released today.

Make buy to let mortgage repayments easier by avoiding void periods

Apr 28 2010 3:25PM

A survey by the National Landlords Association (NLA) has found that 43 per cent of landlords maintain repayments on buy to let mortgages during void periods using their personal savings.

Mortgage rates at lowest level in a year

Apr 27 2010 3:48PM

It may be a good time to take out a buy to let mortgage as average rates are the lowest they have been for 12 months.

Buy to let market may profit from house price increases

Apr 26 2010 3:37PM

The buy to let sector may gain from a slow property market.

Buy to let property market picking up

Apr 23 2010 4:33PM

The buy to let property market is getting stronger, according to research conducted by the Paragon Group, an independent buy to let mortgage provider based in Solihull.

New buy to let mortgages hit the market

Apr 23 2010 12:07PM

Two new buy to let mortgage ranges have been introduced by lenders Godiva and Northern Rock.

Buy to let commercial property market getting stronger, research reveals

Apr 22 2010 11:41AM

Rent expectations for commercial property in London rose at a faster rate in the first three months of 2010 than in the last two years.

Banks need to be more flexible with buy to let mortgages, say regulators

Apr 21 2010 3:49PM

The provision of buy to let mortgages needs to become more flexible to support the private rental sector, according to the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (ARLA), the professional and regulatory body for letting agents in the UK.

Mortgages 'notably absent' from manifestos

Apr 21 2010 12:07PM

With all the major political parties' manifestos now published, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) notes that the availability of property funding is largely absent in all cases.

Buy to let mortgage availability could constrict in 2011

Apr 19 2010 11:19AM

The combination of factors currently influencing property funding as a whole could lead to a contraction in buy to let mortgage availability.

Buy to let landlords 'being held back by mortgage availability'

Apr 16 2010 11:33AM

Many landlords are being prevented from expanding their property portfolios by the lack of buy to let mortgages on the market, it has been suggested.

'Difficult to track' buy to let mortgage trends

Apr 15 2010 3:35PM

Buy to let mortgages could have increased in February, with a 12 per cent rise noted for the number of loans advanced for the purchase of a house.

Rics calls for greater buy to let property regulation

Apr 14 2010 3:39PM

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has called for the political party that wins the upcoming general election to ensure new regulation is introduced to improve standards among letting and managing agents.

Buy to let landlords urged to check tenant history

Apr 13 2010 11:41AM

Buy to let landlords need to ensure they always carry out background checks on potential tenants.

Government 'knew of buy to let threat to first-time buyers'

Apr 12 2010 11:35AM

The government has known since 2004 that first-time buyers were being priced out of the housing market by buy to let investors, a new report has claimed.

Buy to let landlords use Facebook to fight legislation

Apr 9 2010 3:33PM

Buy to let landlords are using a social networking site to voice their concerns about new government legislation that changes the way rented accommodation is categorised.

Mortgage customers 'will find Hips help with the sale'

Apr 8 2010 3:36PM

Home Information Packs (Hips) have helped to speed up the purchase and sale of a home for mortgage customers, it has been suggested.

Buy to let landlords may need more information before purchasing

Apr 8 2010 11:03AM

Buy to let landlords may want to ensure they research their purchases as much as possible before securing a buy to let mortgage.

New service for Scottish buy to let landlords

Apr 7 2010 11:36AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has launched a new service aimed at making it easier for landlords in Scotland to run their lettings business.

Letting agent regulation 'would help buy to let landlords'

Apr 6 2010 3:34PM

The introduction of regulation of letting agents would help to protect both buy to let landlords and their tenants.

Britons 'seeking larger properties'

Apr 1 2010 2:45PM

Buy to let landlords could see increasing demand for larger homes, following a survey from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA).

David Cameron 'disagrees with buy to let proposals'

Mar 31 2010 11:22AM

The Conservative Party does not support changes to the buy to let market, which would place restrictions on shared housing.

Buy to let regulations 'must be carefully considered'

Mar 30 2010 10:53AM

Buy to let regulations should not be drawn up in a "one size fits all" package from the government, it has been claimed.

Buy to let mortgage customers could be left confused by Budget

Mar 26 2010 11:24AM

There could be a surge in applications for buy to let mortgages after Alistair Darling's Budget left some buyers confused.

Buy to let sector 'failed by Budget'

Mar 25 2010 10:55AM

Buy to let investors may be disappointed with the Budget announced by chancellor Alistair Darling yesterday (March 24th).

Obstacles for buy to let sector 'must be removed'

Mar 24 2010 11:18AM

The buy to let sector should be encouraged to flourish because the UK is lacking in good quality housing.

Buy to let sector 'must be allowed to grow'

Mar 23 2010 11:14AM

The buy to let industry must be encouraged to grow and the general election should not halt this.

Buy to let owners 'beware of rogue workmen'

Mar 22 2010 10:26AM

Buy to let mortgage holders should take care when appointing workmen, after research found many property owners have been victims of rogue builders.

First-time buyers 'cannot afford to purchase homes'

Mar 19 2010 9:43AM

Buy to let landlords could see more tenants from the first-time buyer sector who cannot afford to purchase their own property.

'Lack of confidence' from house buyers may interest landlords

Mar 18 2010 11:00AM

The buy to let industry could be affected by a lack of confidence in the housing market.

New rental rules 'could wreck' buy to let sector

Mar 17 2010 9:52AM

Buy to let owners could be affected by the Planning Use Classes Order that may come into force next month.

Buy to let industry could see rising rents

Mar 16 2010 10:55AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages may be pleased to hear that rent expectations are on the increase.

Buy to let industry 'could be affected by AST change'

Mar 15 2010 9:51AM

Buy to let landlords in higher rent brackets may soon have to protect deposits or face breaching the law.

Insurance rates 'will probably rise'

Mar 12 2010 10:02AM

Buy to let owners and tenants may need to set aside extra funds to cover insurance on properties, after it was claimed that premiums could rise.

Energy debts owed by 5.5m Brits

Mar 11 2010 11:26AM

Buy to let landlords and tenants could be among the 5.5 million residents in the UK that are in debt to energy suppliers.

Buy to let investments 'chosen over pensions'

Mar 10 2010 9:56AM

Buy to let mortgages may be required by people who are looking to invest in property rather than placing money in savings accounts.

Buy to let owners: 2010 is the 'year of the landlord'

Mar 9 2010 11:12AM

Buy to let property owners may be pleased to hear claims that 2010 "is the year of the landlord".

Property market is 'uncertain'

Mar 8 2010 10:35AM

Buy to let landlords cannot be assured of the state of the housing market because there is so much uncertainty in the industry.

Buy to let property 'could see more colourful interiors'

Mar 5 2010 9:51AM

Buy to let landlords looking to update their property may be interested in the latest trends in interior design.

Buy to let sector 'will benefit from green proposals'

Mar 4 2010 11:03AM

Buy to let landlords will see benefits from the latest environmentally friendly government initiative.

Rics sees house price rises across Europe

Mar 3 2010 9:12AM

Buy to let landlords may be interested in the latest European Housing Review from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Cut costs for spring

Mar 2 2010 9:43AM

Buy to let landlords looking to save money on their property could consider a number of cost-cutting tips.

Increase in social housing waiting lists

Mar 1 2010 9:44AM

Buy to let landlords in the private rented sector could be seeing more tenants after it was claimed many Brits are on social housing waiting lists.

Nationwide notes house price drop

Feb 26 2010 10:57AM

Buy to let landlords may be interested in the latest Nationwide House Price Index, which noted a decrease this month.

More Britons choose buy to let property

Feb 25 2010 10:06AM

Buy to let landlords may be encouraged by figures claiming that more Brits are choosing to rent property.

Renewal fees 'unfair' to landlords

Feb 24 2010 10:07AM

Buy to let landlords are being unfairly charged renewal fees by letting agents.

Majority of tenants 'plan to buy property'

Feb 23 2010 2:56PM

Buy to let landlords may be interested in the latest Communities and Local Government English Housing Survey, which revealed its findings today (February 23rd).

Buy to let landlords 'investing in property'

Feb 22 2010 10:53AM

Buy to let landlords may have increasingly invested in residential property as an alternative to saving money in bonds or shares.

House building 'decreased in 2009'

Feb 19 2010 9:38AM

Buy to let property owners may be interested in the latest house building statistics released by the government.

Rural property 'an attractive investment'

Feb 18 2010 9:28AM

Buy to let property owners who are looking for new investment opportunities may consider farmland buildings as an attractive option.

Brits 'worry about cost of heating'

Feb 17 2010 9:41AM

Tenants and homeowners are struggling with energy bills but still perform habits that waste money.

CML 'disagrees' with buy to let proposals

Feb 16 2010 9:48AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) does not agree with the Treasury's plans to regulate the buy to let market.

BSA 'disagrees' with buy to let regulations

Feb 15 2010 10:36AM

Buy to let mortgage owners could see negative effects if the government was to introduce certain regulations to the sector.

Buy to let landlords 'should feel optimistic'

Feb 12 2010 10:21AM

Buy to let mortgage holders should feel optimistic about the rental market, according to a spokesperson from the National Approved Letting Scheme.

ARLA: Rental arrears resulting from recession

Feb 11 2010 10:06AM

Buy to let landlords may see tenants struggling to pay their rent in the aftermath of the recession.

Buy to let sector 'inspiring confidence'

Feb 10 2010 12:53PM

The buy to let sector is inspiring more confidence in many British landlords, according to a recent survey by Upad.

Rics notes house price rise but 'less buyer interest'

Feb 9 2010 9:43AM

Buy to let property owners may be interested in the latest survey by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

RLA calls for 'stamping out' of worst landlords

Feb 8 2010 9:50AM

The Residential Landlords Association (RLA) has called on the Communities and Local Government (CLG) to "stamp out" the UK's worst landlords.

Private rented sector 'absolutely essential'

Feb 5 2010 10:05AM

Buy to let owners and others in the private rented sector are a vital part of a healthy economy.

NLA: Government plans for landlords 'unworkable'

Feb 4 2010 10:08AM

Buy to let landlords would be negatively affected by government plans for the private rented sector, according to the National Landlords Association (NLA).

Landlords are being 'more sympathetic'

Feb 3 2010 10:36AM

Buy to let landlords are being sympathetic to their tenants who are struggling financially, according to a report.

NLA: Tenancy deposit schemes 'are working'

Feb 2 2010 9:55AM

Buy to let landlords who use tenancy deposit protection schemes may be reassured to know that they are said to be working.

UK coastline property 'in high demand'

Feb 1 2010 10:22AM

Buy to let owners with property in the UK's coastal towns may see high demand for housing, according to reports.

Buy to let investments 'essential'

Jan 29 2010 11:29AM

Buy to let landlords have acted as "white knights" in the housing sector, the National Approved Letting Scheme (NALS) has claimed.

NLA criticises government buy to let proposals

Jan 28 2010 9:46AM

Buy to let landlords may soon have to apply for planning permission for new shared housing in a government move that has been condemned by the National Landlords Association (NLA).

Buy to let market 'will have a good year'

Jan 27 2010 11:06AM

Buy to let landlords may have seen an influx of tenants because of the high cost of housing.

Consumer confidence 'may return' to housing market

Jan 26 2010 10:27AM

Buy to let landlords may be affected by consumer confidence in the housing market this year.

ARLA: Reluctant tenants in buy to let market

Jan 25 2010 10:55AM

Buy to let landlords may be experiencing a trend of reluctant tenants, according to the Association of Residential Lettings.

Landlords are 'looking to invest'

Jan 22 2010 9:59AM

Buy to let landlords should be aware that property remains on of the best ways to invest money, according to one expert.

Buy to let owner clashes with TfL

Jan 21 2010 10:32AM

A buy to let landlord is debating with the mayor of London over the cost of his development.

TDS changes have 'raised eyebrows'

Jan 20 2010 11:07AM

Buy to let landlords may see changing prices for their deposit protection schemes, it has been claimed.

New energy tariff is 'UK's cheapest'

Jan 19 2010 12:18PM

Buy to let landlords may be interested in an energy tariff, which offers customers the chance to read their own meters.

NLA board director 'has resigned'

Jan 18 2010 10:43AM

Buy to let landlords may be interested in news that the board director of the National Landlords Association (NLA) has resigned.

Buy to let owners 'should beware of squatters'

Jan 15 2010 11:21AM

Buy to let property owners who have commercial and residential premises should beware of squatters, it has been revealed.

British Land 'to manage £300m buy to let fund'

Jan 14 2010 11:22AM

Changes could be seen in London's buy to let market after it was announced that British Land is to manage a buy to let fund worth £300 million.

NLA adds E.ON to recognised supplier list

Jan 13 2010 10:30AM

Buy to let owners may consider energy supplier alternatives, after the National Landlords Association (NLA) made a new recommendation.

Rics: Slow-down in house price increase

Jan 12 2010 10:37AM

Buy to let owners may have noticed a slower rate of house price rises recently, as the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) released its latest figures.

Tenants 'using credit cards' to pay rent

Jan 11 2010 3:13PM

Tenants of buy to let property have increasingly paid their rent via credit cards, it has been revealed.

London property prices 'will rise'

Jan 8 2010 10:08AM

Buy to let owners considering purchasing property in London may be interested in claims that prices are set to rise this year.

Buy to owners 'see high returns' on riverfront

Jan 7 2010 9:24AM

Buy to let landlords could see high returns if they own property with a view of the River Thames, according to a property consultant.

Prime property 'will increase' after election

Jan 6 2010 9:23AM

Those in the buy to let industry may be interested in claims that prime property will be increasing after the general election.

Bonds issued for property development finance

Jan 5 2010 1:36PM

Companies looking for property development finance in 2010 may be turning towards issuing bonds, according to a new report.

UK homeowners 'considering renting'

Jan 5 2010 11:13AM

Buy to let property holders may be interested to know that more homeowners are now considering selling up and renting to gain financial freedom.

FTBs find 'more affordable homes'

Jan 4 2010 9:30AM

Buy to let landlords may be affected after it was announced that first-time buyers can expect improved home affordability.

Housing starts set to rise in new year

Dec 31 2009 9:39AM

Buy to let property owners may be affected by a rise in average property prices.

Buy to let mortgages 'unaffected' by law change

Dec 30 2009 10:32AM

Buy to let mortgages will not be affected by the Ministry of Justice's changes to repossession laws, it has been claimed.

UK's most expensive property areas named

Dec 29 2009 11:11AM

Buy to let property owners may be interested in research which has named the UK's most costly areas to live.

Buyer optimism 'has returned to property market'

Dec 24 2009 10:53AM

Buy to let investors may consider purchases in the east Midlands, after it was announced that buyer optimism has returned to the market

Buy to let market 'will offer opportunities in 2010'

Dec 23 2009 9:29AM

Buy to let professional landlords are predicted to look for opportunities next year, according to Property Hawk.

Property transactions 'will increase next year'

Dec 22 2009 1:13PM

Those looking to invest in buy to let property may see competition from buyers as transactions are expected to rise.

NLA: Challenging year for buy to let market

Dec 21 2009 10:02AM

Buy to let property owners have had a challenging year, according to the National Landlords Association (NLA).

Kent could become 'very strong property contender'

Dec 18 2009 11:09AM

Buy to let investors may consider purchasing property in Kent after it was announced that a high-speed rail link will boost the county's housing market.

Buy to let landlords 'defaulting on mortgages'

Dec 17 2009 9:49AM

Buy to let property owners are defaulting on mortgages because of failures in the local housing allowance scheme, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has said.

Digital switchover has 'confused' buy to let market

Dec 16 2009 10:34AM

Buy to let property owners who are confused by the digital switchover can now get help from Sky.

Scheme could save buy to let owners £200 per year

Dec 15 2009 8:12AM

Buy to let property owners with inefficient boilers may be able to apply for help through the boiler scrappage scheme.

How to guard buy to let property against winter weather

Dec 14 2009 10:52AM

As temperatures are expected to drop this week, buy to let property owners may be interested to know how to keep houses safe and warm.

Cost of borrowing remains the same for mortgage holders

Dec 11 2009 10:13AM

Buy to let mortgage holders and other home loan customers saw the cost of borrowing remain the same yesterday (December 10th).

Buy to let mortgage holders await base rate decision

Dec 10 2009 8:58AM

Buy to let mortgage holders and other home loan customers have been told not to expect any change in interest rates today (December 10th).

Mortgage holders see property values grow

Dec 9 2009 9:37AM

Buy to let mortgage holders and other home loan customers may have seen the value of their property increase in November, as the latest Halifax House Price Index indicated that the average UK home went up 1.4 per cent in price during the month.

Buy to let landlords 'need LHA to be revised'

Dec 8 2009 9:49AM

Buy to let mortgage holders and other landlords, as well as the tenants they rent out property to, are "losing out" under the current Local Housing Allowance (LHA) rules.

Overpaying mortgages - what are the benefits?

Dec 7 2009 10:06AM

Overpaying monthly mortgage installments at this current time allows homeowners - including those who rent out their properties - to take advantage of low interest rates.

Mortgage holders to see further house price hikes?

Dec 4 2009 1:25PM

Mortgage holders selling their properties - including those with buy to let home loans - are achieving prices close to asking prices because there is a lack of properties available on the market.

MP aims to push through mortgage repossession bill

Dec 4 2009 11:25AM

A Labour MP is aiming to push through a bill that will protect tenants in the event of their landlord defaulting on a buy to let mortgage.

Higher rents expected for buy to let mortgage holders

Dec 3 2009 10:44AM

Some 22 per cent of chartered surveyors expect buy to let landlord rent to rise rather than fall in the next three months, according to new research.

More property price rises reported

Dec 2 2009 11:16AM

Buy to let mortgage holders and other homeowners in the UK may have seen the value of their properties increase in November.

Mortgage industry boss explains Treasury proposals

Nov 30 2009 2:00PM

The key aim for the Treasury in giving the Financial Services Authority more power to regulate the mortgage industry is to increase protection for borrowers, according to Association of Mortgage Intermediaries' director Robert Sinclair.

Mortgage holders see property prices rise again

Nov 30 2009 10:22AM

Mortgage holders in England and Wales may have seen the value of their property increase during October, new research suggests.

Buy to let remortgaging activity 'slows'

Nov 27 2009 10:34AM

Buy to let landlords are currently happy to stay with their existing lender and this will remain the case for a while, according to Paragon Mortgages' managing director John Heron.

Industry responds to buy to let announcements

Nov 26 2009 11:32AM

Members of the financial industry have responded to the Treasury's latest announcement that aspects of the buy to let market will come under greater scrutiny of the Financial Services Authority.

Buy to let firm 'in strong financial position'

Nov 25 2009 1:47PM

The parent company of buy to let mortgage provider Paragon Mortgages has reported healthy annual financial results for the year ending September 30th 2009.

Student property "very attractive" for buy to let

Nov 24 2009 9:51AM

Buy to let property for renting out to students is "very attractive" to investors because it offers them stable income, it has been suggested.

Institutional investors 'looking to student buy to let market'

Nov 23 2009 2:28PM

A number of institutional investors are looking at purchasing buy to let student housing, as the processes involved in owning this type of asset are often less complicated than those related to the commercial property sector.

'Do your research' before applying for a buy to let mortgage

Nov 20 2009 10:19AM

People who are considering a buy to let mortgage should first do their research before committing to a deal, Assetz has suggested.

'Higher returns' predicted for buy to let mortgage holders

Nov 19 2009 4:55PM

As the worst of the recession is thought to be over, buy to let mortgage holders may soon enjoy higher returns, according to the Residential Landlords Association.

Buy to let mortgage lending 'subdued'

Nov 19 2009 4:52PM

The Bank of England suggests that the buy to let mortgage market remains subdued in comparison to other markets.

Positive buy to let signs reported

Nov 17 2009 1:02PM

There have been a number of "positive signs" within the buy to let mortgage market in recent months, according to one expert.

Mortgage, property groups join stamp duty campaign

Nov 16 2009 11:38AM

More mortgage and property organisations have offered their support to the 1808 Coalition, which aims to encourage the government to change the current stamp duty situation in the UK.

Buy to let lending on the rise

Nov 13 2009 9:32AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has reported the first rise in buy to let lending for two years.

NLA event to offer advice to buy to let professionals

Nov 12 2009 11:22AM

Buy to let mortgage holders who rent out their properties to tenants will have the opportunity seek advice on what to do when things go wrong with their business later this month.

Mortgage holders see house prices rise 3.1%

Nov 11 2009 10:56AM

Mortgage holders in the UK saw the average cost of a property increase by 3.1 per cent in the quarter ending September 2009.

New buy to let research published

Nov 10 2009 2:59PM

New research has revealed the reasons buy to let private landlords give for setting the rent levels they do.

Stamp duty holiday 'should be extended'

Nov 9 2009 9:25AM

Property buyers including those with buy to let mortgages would benefit from the government extending the current stamp duty holiday, it would seem.

Landlords show confidence in buy to let

Nov 6 2009 10:44AM

Landlords in the UK will generally retain their properties in 2009, according to new research.

Mortgage holders 'can expect no base rate change'

Nov 5 2009 10:23AM

Buy to let and traditional mortgage holders can expect the interest rate to remain at 0.5 per cent when the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) announces its November decision on the cost of borrowing later today (November 5th).

Another house price index published for mortgage holders

Nov 4 2009 10:53AM

Property prices in the UK rose 1.2 per cent between September and October to reach an average of £165,528, according to Halifax.

Buy to let landlords 'may see rental growth'

Nov 3 2009 11:06AM

Those with buy to let mortgages could be set for higher rental income in the coming months, it would seem.

Mortgage holders see property prices grow

Nov 2 2009 11:02AM

The average property in the UK was worth £162,038 in October, according to Nationwide Building Society.

Reduction in reluctant buy to let landlords reported

Oct 30 2009 10:09AM

There has been a reduction in the number of so-called reluctant buy to let landlords, according to new research from the Association of Residential Letting Agents.

Mortgage holders see typical home rise to £158,377

Oct 29 2009 3:47PM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages may be interested to hear the latest property price information from the Land Registry.

More surveyors report increase in buy to let demand

Oct 28 2009 11:30AM

There has been a two per cent rise in the number of surveyors reporting an increase - as opposed to a fall - in demand for buy to let property.

Paying mortgage 'should be highest priority'

Oct 27 2009 11:08AM

Ensuring that they can make monthly mortgage repayments is the highest priority for any homeowner, it has been suggested.

Buy to let market improving, says NLA

Oct 23 2009 11:24AM

The buy to let property market is improving, according to National Landlords Association (NLA) policy manager Chris Norris, who was reflecting on recent research from the Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla).

NAEA reflects on latest mortgage data

Oct 22 2009 2:56PM

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has commented that the most recent mortgage lending data indicates signs of recovery in the property market.

Buy to let professionals urged to consider insurance

Oct 21 2009 11:23AM

With unemployment reaching 2.47 million people in the three months to August, landlords with buy to let mortgages are being warned to take out insurance to protect themselves from rent arrears.

House prices could drop in 2010, mortgage holders warned

Oct 20 2009 4:41PM

Mortgage holders have been cautioned that the current scale of price rises is "unsustainable" and may not continue into the new year by the head of residential research at Knight Frank.

FSA 'recognises vital role of buy to let'

Oct 20 2009 11:04AM

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) has recognised the important role of the buy to let market in its latest paper that proposes a number of changes to mortgage regulation.

Lenders and landlords 'show appetite for buy to let'

Oct 15 2009 2:00PM

A number of lenders and landlords are viewing the buy to let sector in a positive light, it has been suggested.

Buy to let landlords 'provide flexibility'

Oct 14 2009 11:01AM

Buy to let mortgage holders who rent their homes out to tenants play an important part in the housing industry, it has been suggested.

Buy to let landlords predict house prices will rise

Oct 13 2009 11:14AM

Some 14 per cent of buy to let landlords expect to buy an investment property in the coming 12 months, new research reveals.

'Some buy to let investors unaware of law'

Oct 12 2009 12:38PM

Some buy to let investors think that they are able to withdraw from a property purchase after they have exchanged contracts, it has been suggested.

Mortgage holders see base rate frozen at 0.5%

Oct 9 2009 10:13AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages who have various fees to pay on a regular basis will have been among a number of homeowners to welcome the decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee to freeze interest rates at 0.5 per cent.

Mortgage holders see average UK house price grow

Oct 8 2009 11:17AM

Buy to let mortgage holders may have seen the value of their property grow in September.

NLA wants to 'shine a light' on bad buy to let practice

Oct 7 2009 1:36PM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) and the charity for single homeless people Crisis are aiming to convince the Conservative Party to make some changes that will affect buy to let investors.

Calls made for increased access to mortgages

Oct 6 2009 11:18AM

More access to mortgage finance from major UK lenders is necessary to ensure that recent positive news in the property market is not short-lived.

Buy to let investment encouraged

Oct 5 2009 11:06AM

It has been suggested that now could be a good time to make an investment in buy to let property.

Brits 'unwilling' to own homes - good news for buy to let?

Oct 2 2009 2:00PM

Some 16 per cent of adults in the UK have claimed that they do not want to own their own home.

Mortgage holders who use SRB scheme 'need protecting'

Oct 1 2009 10:15AM

The sale and rent back (SRB) scheme - which allows mortgage holders to sell their property but carry on living there - is a good concept, but needs further regulation.

Mortgage aid offered by Healey

Sep 30 2009 11:39AM

Housing minister John Healey has set up a new scheme that is aimed to help mortgage holders who are struggling to meet their payments.

Landlords told which buy to let property is best

Sep 29 2009 11:12AM

Avoid flats and purchase buy to let terraced property - that is the advice landlords have been given by one industry expert.

Oversupply of buy to let homes 'decreasing'

Sep 28 2009 2:17PM

After a period of property oversupply in the rental sector, it appears that the situation for buy to let professionals is changing for the better.

Buy to let property 'bargains' to be found

Sep 28 2009 2:15PM

Following the right procedures could result in landlords finding bargain buy to let properties in the next two years, it has been suggested.

What's in store for buy to let market?

Sep 28 2009 11:13AM

Various reports of late have suggested that the buy to let property market is starting to recover after a period of decline, but it would appear there are still a number of challenges facing the sector.

People 'are happier with their mortgage lender'

Sep 23 2009 10:25AM

UK homeowners are happier with their mortgage lender than they were 12 months ago, according to a new report from consumer group Which? Money.

Buy to let mortgage availability discussed

Sep 22 2009 11:36AM

Some 2.8 per cent of landlords said they found it easier to secure buy to let mortgages in the three months to the end of August, while there were 8.4 per cent of these property professionals who found it more difficult to find such finance.

CML releases latest mortgage figures

Sep 21 2009 11:12AM

Gross mortgage lending in the UK dropped 13 per cent to an estimated £12.6 billion between July and August 2009, new figures have revealed.

New code for buy to let and wider housing sector

Sep 18 2009 2:00PM

A code of practice for estate agents, letting agents and property managers in the UK will be established by a newly-formed group that aims to set standards across the residential property sector.

BSA: Britons showing more confidence in mortgages

Sep 17 2009 11:16AM

Britons feel there is less of a barrier to securing mortgage finance than earlier in the year, new research shows.

Getting a mortgage 'is a good investment'

Sep 16 2009 11:29AM

Whether it is buy to let investment or homes to live in that consumers are after, it would seem that people in the UK see property as an ideal way of making money.

Buy to let landlords told not to cancel insurance

Sep 15 2009 11:35AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been told not to cancel their insurance policies to save money.

Increase in rents 'good news for buy to let landlords'

Sep 14 2009 2:00PM

The latest figures on rental levels represent "good news for landlords", according to editor of Property Hawk website Chris Horne.

Buy to let mortgage holders 'cancelling insurance'

Sep 11 2009 10:29AM

Nearly one in ten landlords have cancelled their insurance policies in recent times, according to new research.

Buy to let mortgage holders await MPC verdict

Sep 10 2009 9:26AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are set to hear today that interest rates will remain at 0.5 per cent, if expert opinion is to be believed.

Tax issues slowing business mortgage uptake?

Sep 9 2009 2:00PM

Business mortgage uptake in the UK could be hindered by the government's tax burden, it would seem.

'Many buy to let landlords' questioning their future

Sep 9 2009 11:06AM

Financial constraints are leading a number of landlords to consider their future in the buy to let industry, according to an industry expert.

CML responds to FSA mortgage lending proposals

Sep 8 2009 10:17AM

It is "inappropriate" that the Financial Services Authority (FSA) should implement separate mortgage lending measures for building societies at the same time as conducting a comprehensive review of the overall market.

Event to interest buy to let mortgage holders

Sep 7 2009 2:00PM

A forthcoming event may be of interest to those who hold buy to let mortgages in the UK.

Stamp duty holiday due to end, mortgage holders warned

Sep 4 2009 11:22AM

Whether they are buying a home with a buy to let mortgage or a traditional home loan, people purchasing property worth £125,000 to £175,000 have been warned they need to act quickly.

Mortgage holder activity analysed

Sep 3 2009 11:52AM

Estate agents in the UK saw average property sales drop between July and August, according to the professional body that represents them.

CML assesses new data on mortgages

Sep 2 2009 2:00PM

Having claimed that the buy to let mortgage sector stabalised in the second quarter of 2009, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has responded to the latest lending figures from the Bank of England.

Buy to let 'future is bright'

Sep 1 2009 11:24AM

The future of the buy to let property industry is bright, according to Mark Garner, managing director of landlord services website LettingZone.

Mortgage holders see property prices rise

Aug 28 2009 9:28AM

Buy to let landlords and other homeowners looking to sell or buy a property in August will have been faced with inflated prices, it would seem.

Mortgage seekers 'want advice'

Aug 27 2009 2:00PM

Today's mortgage landscape dictates that 23 per cent of people are less confident about choosing a new mortgage deal without advice, according to new research.

Buy to let landlords can join NLA list

Aug 26 2009 11:01AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages have the opportunity to sign up for a special mailing list to keep them up to date with a forthcoming industry event.

Mortgage holders 'could see price of home drop'

Aug 25 2009 1:17PM

It remains to be seen if the rising unemployment figures in the UK have an effect on the price of property, according to Selwyn Lim, director of online property information portal Mouseprice.com.

Buy to let landlords 'look for good tenants'

Aug 24 2009 3:25PM

Buy to let landlords looking for tenants for their residential properties seek those who are house proud and likely to pay rent on time, a newspaper writer has suggested.

'Higher rents on the horizon' for buy to let landlords

Aug 21 2009 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages could be set to benefit from higher rental incomes in the near future.

CML: Gross mortgage lending up

Aug 20 2009 2:00PM

Following recent news from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) that the buy to let mortgage sector had stabilised in the second quarter of 2009, the body has announced that gross mortgage lending grew in July.

Buy to let 'may have boosted outlay on structural changes'

Aug 19 2009 12:58PM

Recent figures from Sainsbury's Home Insurance suggest that the average amount of money to be spent on property structural changes in next 12 months will be nearly £5,000 higher than last year.

Buy to let sector 'on the rise again'

Aug 18 2009 8:44AM

Low interest rates, falling house prices and a strong demand for the private rented sector in the UK are all factors in the buy to let market's upturn, according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents.

Buy to let lenders 'must increase activity'

Aug 17 2009 11:33AM

Following the publication of the latest buy to let mortgage figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders, an industry expert has urged providers of buy to let products to be "more aggressive" in their lending.

CML: More mortgage lending in June

Aug 14 2009 10:07AM

Some 45,000 house purchase loans were recorded in June, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Buy to let landlords and tenants 'at risk'

Aug 13 2009 11:22AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages, as well as the tenants who live in their properties, are at risk from rogue traders in the private rented sector, an industry expert has warned.

Advice sought on buy to let mortgages

Aug 12 2009 11:24AM

Financial advice website Unbiased.co.uk has revealed that buy to let was the fourth most popular driver on its 'Find a mortgage adviser' function in June.

NLA opposes HMO crackdown - buy to let mortgages

Aug 11 2009 2:00PM

Proposals to move houses in multiple occupation (HMO) to non-residential areas have been opposed by the National Landlords Association (NLA).

'Prohibit non-energy-efficient home sales' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 10 2009 11:29AM

It has been suggested that the sale and letting of non-energy-efficient properties should be stopped.

No rate change - buy to let mortgages

Aug 7 2009 9:56AM

As widely predicted by economists and other financial commentators, there was no interest rate change yesterday.

Property prices up 1.1% - buy to let mortgages

Aug 6 2009 11:30AM

The latest Halifax House Price Index has indicated that the average cost of property in the UK rose 1.1 per cent in July when compared with figures from June.

Knowledge of market 'important' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 5 2009 11:21AM

Those taking out buy to let mortgages ahead of joining the property investment sector need to know the market well, it has been implied.

Property industry insight offered - buy to let mortgages

Aug 4 2009 11:04AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other homeowners could see the property market "really start to improve next year".

Property prices 'on the up' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 3 2009 11:12AM

House prices increased for the third month in a row in July, according to Nationwide Building Society's latest survey.

Tenants 'ignore EPCs' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 31 2009 10:33AM

When arranging buy to let mortgages, a new cost that might need to be taken into account is that of energy performance certificates (EPCs).

'Many advisers focusing on buy to let' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 30 2009 5:30PM

Property investors may be increasingly eager to consider buy to let mortgages, as the rental market is currently booming, according to the FT Adviser's Other People's Money blog.

Bank of China 'widens buy to let availability' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 29 2009 11:20AM

Access to buy to let mortgages is being widened with the Bank of China's entry into the British market, Hamish McRae writes for the Independent.

Downturn 'an investment opportunity' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 28 2009 11:00AM

The current economic circumstances are providing an opportunity for buy to let investors, reports the Times.

Buy to let mortgages 'a great source of income' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 27 2009 10:10AM

Buy to let mortgages are still perceived as "a great way to make steady income" despite the turbulent economy, reports Beacon Financial Training.

Helpful parents 'can opt for buy to let' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 24 2009 10:44AM

Many parents are helping their offspring to step on the property ladder by considering a range of mortgage options including buy to let mortgages.

Mortgage lending 'up month on month' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 22 2009 9:35AM

Mortgage lending levels are starting to improve, according to new figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Buy to let scam cons 2,000 - buy to let mortgages

Jul 21 2009 11:51AM

Figures from KPMG highlight the need for care when entering into buy to let deals.

Squatters 'cause months of delays' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 20 2009 10:48AM

Landlords could be wise to keep a watchful eye on their properties in order to avoid paying on buy to let mortgages for squatters to live rent-free.

Brokers call for buy to let regulation - buy to let mortgages

Jul 17 2009 4:06PM

Brokers have called for greater regulation for buy to let mortgages.

Coventry 'ideal' for property purchase - buy to let mortgages

Jul 15 2009 10:30AM

A new development in Warwickshire offers a chance for investors to join the buy to let mortgage market.

Property investors 'need government support' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 15 2009 10:00AM

People with buy to let mortgages need more support from the government, according to new research from Paragon.

Property investors 'plan to expand portfolios' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 14 2009 11:20AM

Property investors may increasingly turn to buy to let mortgages in the current economic climate, with 22 per cent of brokers claiming property could be the best asset class for returns on long-term investments.

Property buying bureaucracy - buy to let mortgages

Jul 13 2009 8:10AM

The property buying process has been described as unsurprisingly "quite bureaucratic".

Property price insight from Rics - buy to let mortgages

Jul 10 2009 11:09AM

An ongoing lack of finances for borrowers looking to take out buy to let mortgages and other products is likely to mean that house prices will continue to remain subdued for some time.

Halifax reports house price drop - buy to let mortgages

Jul 9 2009 11:28AM

The value of property dropped 0.5 per cent in June, according to the Halifax House Price Index.

'Boring' BoE meeting predicted - buy to let mortgages

Jul 8 2009 10:15AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages awaiting news on this month's interest rate decision can expect no change in the cost of borrowing, it would seem.

Lender confidence 'growing' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 7 2009 11:23AM

More lenders are starting to show confidence that the bottom of the recession is imminent, according to a policy adviser at the Building Societies Association.

Online interest 'steady' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 6 2009 11:40AM

Online interest in buy to let mortgages has remained steady over the first half of 2009, according to This is Money.

Changes announced at NLA - buy to let mortgages

Jul 3 2009 11:33AM

Today is the last day of work at the National Landlords Association (NLA) for senior policy officer Elizabeth Brogan.

Landlords warned about gas safety - buy to let mortgages

Jul 2 2009 2:00PM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages have been issued with a reminder of their responsibilities by the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) in the wake of a recent court case.

House price rise reported - buy to let mortgages

Jul 1 2009 10:23AM

The average property price in the UK stood at £156,442 in June, according to Nationwide Building Society's latest index.

NLA to give evidence - buy to let mortgages

Jun 30 2009 10:25AM

Landlords and those looking to secure buy to let mortgages will be represented by the National Landlords Association (NLA) in a Treasury Select Committee investigation into mortgage arrears.

Buy to let supply and demand boost - buy to let mortgages

Jun 29 2009 2:00PM

There has been a "significant increase" in both the supply and demand within the buy-to-let property sector, according to editor at Property Investor News magazine Richard Bowser.

Local knowledge 'important' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 26 2009 11:43AM

A number of "naive" property investors got themselves into difficulties due to lack of research in the buy to let "boom" period earlier this decade, it has been suggested.

'Research is key' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 25 2009 11:31AM

Extensive research is a vital part of the property-buying process, one industry expert has explained.

Rental levels described as firm - buy to let mortgages

Jun 24 2009 2:00PM

There have been a number of reports released in recent weeks that will have made good reading for those with buy to let mortgages.

Rental property demand remains - buy to let mortgages

Jun 23 2009 12:31PM

There is still a strong demand for rental property in the UK, according to the latest research by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.

Low interest rate 'helps landlords' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 22 2009 11:35AM

The low interest rate in the UK has been beneficial to landlords and the buy to let sector in general, according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents.

Housing minister reveals plans - buy to let mortgages

Jun 19 2009 11:32AM

The new housing and planning minister wants housing investment to be "more visible".

Property buyer confidence on the rise - buy to let mortgages

Jun 18 2009 11:33AM

There has been a five per cent increase recorded in the number of people who think now is a good time to buy a property.

Australians eye British property - buy to let mortgages

Jun 17 2009 11:22AM

Two London-based property experts have revealed that there has been a strong interest in UK property investment from Australians.

Asking and selling price gap narrows - buy to let mortgages

Jun 16 2009 11:17AM

The gap between what a property sells for and the original asking price for it has narrowed, new research suggests.

Austin to oversee private rented sector - buy to let mortgages

Jun 15 2009 11:29AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages now have a new minister overseeing their sector of the housing market.

Landlords told to do their research - buy to let mortgages

Jun 12 2009 11:26AM

As well as securing buy to let mortgages, it would seem that there are a number of considerations landlords need to make before buying investment property.

'Invest in property for the long term' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 11 2009 11:17AM

Landlords who have secured their buy to let mortgages have been advised to consider their property purchases as long-term investments.

Commercial property market update - commercial mortgages

Jun 10 2009 2:00PM

Ed Stansfield, property economist at Capital Economics, has issued an update on the commercial bricks and mortar market.

Property investment assessed - buy to let mortgages

Jun 10 2009 11:36AM

Private landlords "will raise their standards" if new regulations are brought in for the rental sector, it has been suggested.

NLA issues new advice - buy to let mortgages

Jun 9 2009 11:38AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has issued some advice that those with buy to let mortgages may find useful.

Rental prices stabilising - buy to let mortgages

Jun 8 2009 2:00PM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages may be interested to see the results of new research into the rental market by letting agent Your Move.

Bank keeps base rate at 0.5% - buy to let mortgages

Jun 5 2009 11:10AM

The cost of borrowing will remain at 0.5 per cent for another month following the decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee to freeze the base rate.

Interest rate decision looms - buy to let mortgages

Jun 4 2009 9:22AM

The interest rate decision is always of interest to those who have borrowed money, including landlords with buy to let mortgages.

CML offers home loan predictions - buy to let mortgages

Jun 3 2009 11:24AM

There will be "modest rises" in the number of mortgages being approved in the UK as 2009 draws on, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Familiar interest rate outcome predicted - buy to let mortgages

Jun 2 2009 11:04AM

The cost of borrowing will remain at 0.5 per cent this week, according to the latest predictions.

House price stability recorded - buy to let mortgages

Jun 1 2009 7:52AM

Rics is cautiously optimistic about UK house prices.

House prices up in May - buy to let mortgages

May 29 2009 11:17AM

The average price of property went up in May, according to the latest figures released by Nationwide Building Society.

Student landlords in demand - buy to let mortgages

May 28 2009 11:13AM

Demand for student accommodation appears to show no sign of waning, it has been suggested.

Female landlords 'more sympathetic' - buy to let mortgages

May 27 2009 2:00PM

Lady landlords are more sympathetic to the needs of their tenants, according to a survey by the National Landlords Association (NLA).

Citizens Advice calls for action on agents - buy to let mortgages

May 26 2009 9:16AM

The letting agent sector is in desperate need of regulation, a charity has warned.

Women and the rental market - buy to let mortgages

May 22 2009 2:00PM

The Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla) is sponsoring an award at this summer's National Landlords Association (NLA) Property Women Awards.

Direct LHA payment to landlords called for - buy to let mortgages

May 21 2009 11:23AM

Landlords looking after tenants who are part of the Local Housing Allowance (LHA) scheme should receive the benefit money directly, it has been suggested.

New NLA board director announced - buy to let mortgages

May 20 2009 11:31AM

Members of the National Landlords Association (NLA) with buy to let mortgages will have heard this week that the group has a new board director.

Property market confidence up - buy to let mortgages

May 19 2009 10:57AM

Confidence is returning to the property market, according to the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) chief executive Peter Bolton King.

Latest buy to let figures published - buy to let mortgages

May 18 2009 11:35AM

There were 22,400 new buy to let mortgages advanced in the opening three months of 2009, according to the latest figures.

Landlords 'can adapt' - buy to let mortgages

May 15 2009 11:43AM

Landlords in the UK can adapt to the current market conditions and make a success of their individual businesses, according to the National Landlords Association (NLA).

Rental sector commended - buy to let mortgages

May 14 2009 11:34AM

The importance of the rental sector and buy to let mortgages has been emphasised by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Interest rate drops 'have helped economy' - buy to let mortgages

May 13 2009 3:28PM

The decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee to bring interest rates down to record lows of 0.5 per cent has helped the economy, according to one economic expert.

'More new buyer enquiries in April' - buy to let mortgages

May 12 2009 11:15AM

Enquiries from new property buyers went up in April, the latest research has revealed.

Demand for landlord home loans remains - buy to let mortgages

May 11 2009 1:00PM

There is still a level of interest for buy to let mortgages from would-be landlords and those who are already involved in the sector, it has been suggested.

Interest rates stay at 0.5% - buy to let mortgages

May 8 2009 11:31AM

Those with home loans, including landlords with buy to let mortgages, will have been awaiting news of the cost of borrowing yesterday.

New letting agent scheme launched - buy to let mortgages

May 7 2009 11:34AM

Those with buy to let mortgages in the UK will now have a new licensing scheme to follow.

Property price confidence increases - buy to let mortgages

May 6 2009 11:33AM

Nationwide Building Society's Consumer Confidence Index for April has shown a monthly improvement in people's attitudes towards the future of house prices.

Property investment 'profitable' - buy to let mortgages

May 5 2009 11:23AM

The buy to let market in the UK has changed considerably over the last 18 months, but there is still money to be made, according to financial website MoneyNet.

NLA hits out at agent renewal fees - buy to let mortgages

May 1 2009 9:02AM

Greater protection is needed for landlords to prevent them being hit with "unfair" renewal fees by lettings agents, an industry body has argued.

Rental demand for small properties 'remains strong' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 30 2009 9:15AM

Rental demand for smaller-sized homes remains strong as first-time buyers are restricted from entering the property market, it has been noted.

Drop in house prices 'slows down' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 29 2009 9:31AM

The fall in house values recorded over recent months has slowed down, it has been found.

Market 'is bottoming out' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 28 2009 9:52AM

The residential property market may have reached its bottom, it has been claimed, something that could affect those seeking buy to let mortgages.

'Invest in property over next 12 months' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 27 2009 9:41AM

Those looking to invest in property - such as holders of buy to let mortgages - could do well to purchase a home in the next 12 months, it has been suggested.

"No doubt" housing sector has improved - buy to let mortgages

Apr 24 2009 9:44AM

There is "no doubt" that activity in the property market has improved since the start of the year, one industry spokesperson has claimed.

Budget 2009 outlined - buy to let mortgages

Apr 23 2009 10:01AM

The chancellor has given his Budget speech to the House of Commons, outlining proposals that may be of interest to those with buy to let mortgages.

'Good time' to invest in rental homes - buy to let mortgages

Apr 22 2009 8:55AM

Now is a good time to invest in rental property, but only if the right financial backing such as buy to let mortgages are available, it has been claimed.

Landlords urged to know benefits rights - buy to let mortgages

Apr 21 2009 9:52AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages who have decided to rent properties out to unemployed people have been urged to ensure they know their rights.

London property 'close to the bottom' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 20 2009 9:31AM

The prime property market in London is "very close" to reaching its bottom, it has been claimed.

Middle-class homeowners 'looking for quick sale' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 17 2009 10:01AM

Many middle-class households are looking to sell their homes quickly and downsize to smaller properties, it has been noted.

Mature students 'will boost rental market' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 16 2009 10:02AM

Higher amounts of people applying to become mature students are set to boost the rental markets in areas near universities, it has been claimed.

Mortgage approvals up, says CML - buy to let mortgages

Apr 15 2009 10:03AM

The number of home loans accessed by Britons increased during February, new figures have shown.

Government urged to provide more mortgage help - buy to let mortgages

Apr 14 2009 10:58AM

The government must provide increased support for the mortgage market - including residential and buy-to-let mortgages - in its upcoming budget, one expert has said.

"Accidental" landlords unaware of laws - buy to let mortgages

Apr 9 2009 10:01AM

Many "accidental" landlords that have been renting out their homes rather than selling them in the current economic climate may be unaware of the rules and regulations associated with the industry, it has been claimed.

Benefits changes for tenants 'cause problems' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 8 2009 9:22AM

Millions of pounds are wasted each year due to a change in benefit laws for tenants, it has been claimed.

Rate cuts and price falls 'contributing to mortgage boost'

Apr 7 2009 11:09AM

Increases in mortgage approvals have come about as a result of a "potent mix" of factors, an expert has noted.

Deposit protection laws hailed - buy to let mortgages

Apr 6 2009 9:58AM

The introduction of legislation designed to protect tenants' deposits has been hailed as a success.

Landlords 'buying homes in areas with tenant demand' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 3 2009 9:45AM

Buy to let investors are seeking properties in areas where tenant demand remains high, it has been noted.

Rental market 'will become more competitive' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 2 2009 9:47AM

The rental sector may become more competitive over the coming months, it has been suggested.

Legislation "not the answer" for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Apr 1 2009 9:42AM

Imposing additional legislation on the buy to let mortgages sector is "not the answer" to issues being seen in the private rental industry, it has been suggested.

Landlords 'looking to purchase homes in 2009' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 31 2009 9:39AM

Higher numbers of those with buy to let mortgages are considering purchasing property over the coming 12 months, a new report has suggested.

NLA responds to tenant repossession campaign - buy to let mortgages

Mar 30 2009 9:59AM

Most landlords only fall into arrears on their buy to let mortgages if tenants fail to pay their rent, it has been stated.

Tenants becoming "savvy" - buy to let mortgages

Mar 27 2009 9:32AM

Those who rent a home are beginning to become more confident in negotiating deals with their landlords, it has been claimed.

Scottish tenants 'happy with landlords' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 26 2009 10:31AM

A survey showing that the majority of tenants in Scotland are happy with their landlords has been welcomed by an industry body.

Landlords must remain "calm" - buy to let mortgages

Mar 25 2009 9:55AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages have been encouraged to remain "calm" during the recession.

More landlords 'opting for fixed rates' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 24 2009 9:53AM

More investors are opting for fixed-rate buy to let mortgages, according to a new report.

Lettings agents charge "substantial" fees? buy to let mortgages

Mar 23 2009 12:00AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages have been advised that they could save money by cutting out lettings agents.

Single living total 'set for 2m rise' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 20 2009 3:39PM

More and more women are living alone, it has been stated, something that could have implications for the kind of rental accomodation property investors need to provide.

Budget 'will see new tax incentives' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 19 2009 11:17AM

Next month's budget will see a major effort being made to use tax incentives in support of the property market, it has been predicted.

Rates could go up, says bank - buy to let mortgages

Mar 18 2009 3:12PM

Minutes of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee meeting this month have revealed that it may raise the base rate if its £75 billion quantitative easing programme pushes inflation up.

Investor stamp duty rules criticised - buy to let mortgages

Mar 17 2009 3:26PM

A change in the stamp duty rules for investors with several properties would be a good thing, it has been suggested.

Survey shows rise in property investor interest - buy to let mortgages

Mar 16 2009 5:03PM

An increasing number of people are keen on investing in property, it has been suggested.

Move fast for good price, investors told - buy to let mortgages

Mar 13 2009 2:34PM

Those investing in property and keen to get a good price should hurry because the best deals are diminishing, it has been stated.

Lettings agent shortlisted for award - buy to let mortgages

Mar 12 2009 9:22AM

Young London has revealed that it has been shortlisted to receive an accolade at the upcoming Estate & Letting Agent Awards in London.

Do not wait for market to bottom out' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 11 2009 10:05AM

Property investors have been urged not to wait for the bottom of the market to make purchases.

Prices 'will drop in city centres' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 10 2009 10:01AM

Areas in which there is an "oversupply" of properties will see a drop in prices over the coming months, it has been predicted.

Renting homes a "necessary alternative" - buy to let mortgages

Mar 9 2009 10:00AM

Letting out a property is seen as a "necessary alternative" to selling in the current market conditions, it has been stated.

Base rate reaches 0.5% - buy to let mortgages

Mar 6 2009 9:13AM

The base rate has been reduced to 0.5 per cent by the Bank of England, taking it to the lowest it has ever been in the history of the financial institution.

"Ideal" time to enter market - buy to let mortgages

Mar 5 2009 10:00AM

The present market conditions present an "ideal" time for property investors to make purchases, it has been claimed.

Tracker loan holders 'must plan ahead' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 4 2009 9:53AM

People with buy to let mortgages that track the Bank of England base rate may wish to plan ahead for when their deal comes to an end, it has been suggested.

Landlords 'must be aware of tenants' problems - buy to let mortgages

Mar 3 2009 10:06AM

Landlords must be aware of problems that tenants may face in the wake of the economic downturn, it has been claimed.

Majority of people 'would rather rent a home' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 2 2009 10:02AM

The majority of people questioned in a recent poll said they would rather rent a home than buy one in the current economic climate.

Landlords should have "good relationship" with tenants ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 27 2009 10:01AM

Buy to let investors have been urged to maintain a "good relationship" with their tenants so that any financial problems that may arise as a result of the economic downturn can be discussed.

Health and safety campaign launched ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 26 2009 9:46AM

A campaign has been launched to raise awareness about the health and safety responsibilities held by property developers.

Landlords urged to protect themselves ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 25 2009 8:22AM

Landlords have been urged to take out rent guarantee insurance to prevent them falling into arrears on their buy to let mortgages.

Landlords 'asking for advice' ?

Feb 24 2009 12:00AM

Thousands of landlords have been contacting a helpline to gain advice on topics such as buy to let mortgages, new figures have revealed.

People 'looking to rent' ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 23 2009 9:24AM

Many people are looking to rent a home instead of buying one at present, it has been claimed.

Repayment advice given - buy to let mortgages

Feb 20 2009 10:11AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages have been offered guidance on how to avoid falling behind with repayments as the recession deepens.

Landlords advised on fire safety - buy to let mortgages

Feb 19 2009 10:12AM

A new online application has been created that can help those with buy to let mortgages ensure their properties have high fire safety standards.

Advice offered to landlords - buy to let mortgages

Feb 18 2009 9:46AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been offered some advice on how to succeed in the current market conditions.

Empty homes 'should be used for affordable housing' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 17 2009 9:46AM

The UK's large amount of unoccupied properties offers an opportunity for the provision of affordable housing, it has been claimed.

Sale and rent back regulation welcomed - buy to let mortgages

Feb 16 2009 10:00AM

Proposals for increased Financial Services Authority regulation of the sale and rent back (SRB) sector have been welcomed by an industry insider.

Plans for tenant body approved - buy to let mortgages

Feb 13 2009 9:48AM

Proposals for a new independent National Tenant Voice (NTV) body have been approved by ministers, something that could affect those with buy to let mortgages.

Low base rate "great" for borrowers - buy to let mortgages

Feb 12 2009 9:50AM

A prolonged period of low interest rates could be "great" for borrowers - such as holders of buy to let mortgages - as it will help to reduce repayments, it has been noted.

"Excellent" time to expand portfolio - buy to let mortgages

Feb 11 2009 9:36AM

Now is an "excellent" time for landlords to expand property portfolios if they have the money, it has been claimed.

Price "is everything" in current market - buy to let mortgages

Feb 10 2009 9:46AM

The price of a property must be set at the right level in order for it to sell in the current climate, it has been claimed.

Bank 'made right decision' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 9 2009 9:35AM

The Bank of England made the right decision last week when it opted to reduce the base rate further, it has been stated.

Base rate lowered by 0.5% - buy to let mortgages

Feb 6 2009 9:27AM

A base rate cut of 0.5 per cent has been unveiled by the Bank of England, something that could be beneficial for those with buy to let mortgages.

Landlords 'must negotiate' over fees - buy to let mortgages

Feb 5 2009 10:00AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages should negotiate with lettings agents over renewal fees, it has been claimed.

Tenant demand 'on the rise' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 4 2009 9:34AM

Demand for private rental accommodation continues to be strong, new research has suggested.

Interest rate cut predicted - buy to let mortgages

Feb 3 2009 9:20AM

Analysts have predicted that the Bank of England is due to make another interest rate cut when its monetary policy committee (MPC) meets this week.

Seeking advice is "vital" - buy to let mortgages

Feb 2 2009 9:34AM

It is "vital" for those obtaining buy to let mortgages for the first time to seek advice from a broker, it has been claimed.

Bank of England will use 'a number of measures' to increase lending - buy to let mortgages

Jan 30 2009 4:14PM

The Bank of England is likely to employ a number of measures to stimulate increased lending, it has been suggested.

Landlords reminded to complete tax returns ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 29 2009 9:21AM

Borrowers with buy to let mortgages have been urged to ensure they meet the deadline for completing their tax return.

Lettings agents 'charging unfair prices' ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 28 2009 9:30AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages in London and the south-east have been warned over lettings agents that charge unfair renewal fees.

2 out of 5 of properties 'rated average for energy efficiency' ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 27 2009 10:14AM

A new survey of the energy efficiency of properties has revealed that less than half of homes are rated as average for their performance.

Deposit scheme continues to protect unaffiliated agents ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 26 2009 9:45AM

Government-backed tenancy deposit protection organisation Mydeposits.co.uk has announced it will continue to offer the service to unregulated lettings agents.

Flexible landlords 'will survive' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 23 2009 3:54PM

Landlords who are willing to be flexible are most likely to emerge from the economic downturn in a strong position, it has been stated.

Landlords 'must not be over-regulated' ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 23 2009 9:55AM

The government must not impose over-strict regulation on the buy to let mortgages industry, it has been argued.

Landlords 'looking for security of fixed deals' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 22 2009 10:10AM

Seekers of buy to let mortgages have been encouraged to opt for a fixed-rate deal, despite the recent Bank of England base rate cuts.

NLA merges with Scottish association - buy to let mortgages

Jan 21 2009 9:37AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA), which is the leading trade body for those with buy to let mortgages, has announced a merger with the South of Scotland Private Landlords Association.

Government support welcomed - buy to let mortgages

Jan 20 2009 10:08AM

The government's package of support aimed at bailing out banks and boosting confidence in the financial sector has been hailed by representatives of the mortgage industry.

Property auctions 'can offer good deals' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 19 2009 9:10AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages could pick up a "bargain" at property auctions because of the high level of repossessions currently taking place in the UK, it has been suggested.

Property bargains 'available in the south' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 16 2009 11:18AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages may be interested to learn that there may be property bargains in the south of England due to continuing price falls.

New two-year fix unveiled - buy to let mortgages

Jan 16 2009 10:09AM

The Mortgage Works, which is the specialist lending arm of Nationwide, has unveiled a new two-year buy to let product.

Landlords 'at risk of insurance hikes' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 15 2009 10:08AM

"Unrealistic" insurance prices are putting social landlords at risk of price hikes in the future, it has been claimed.

Tenants in south-east 'more likely to cause damage' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 14 2009 9:49AM

The south-east is the worst-affected region for tenants damaging rental property, new figures have revealed.

Tenants 'looking for eco-friendly homes' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 13 2009 9:22AM

Demand is growing among tenants for energy-efficient properties, it has been claimed.

Many investors 'still opting for fixed rates' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 12 2009 9:25AM

Nearly half of people with buy to let mortgages opt for a fixed rate, despite the recent Bank of England base rate cuts, figures have shown.

Bank cuts base rate to 1.5% - buy to let mortgages

Jan 9 2009 9:39AM

Interest rates have been cut to a historically low level following the monthly meeting of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee.

Deposit protection changes announced - buy to let mortgages

Jan 8 2009 9:32AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been warned that lettings agents who are not members of recognised professional bodies will not be covered by dispute resolution programmes.

New deals launched - buy to let mortgages

Jan 7 2009 9:59AM

A series of offers on buy to let mortgages have been launched by The Mortgage Works, the lending subsidiary of Nationwide Building Society.

Landlords 'must consider energy efficiency' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 6 2009 9:32AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been encouraged to consider the energy efficiency of their properties.

Not taking out insurance is a "gamble" - buy to let mortgages

Jan 5 2009 9:43AM

Landlords take a "gamble" if they do not take out rent protection insurance, it has been claimed.

People 'will want to move' in 2009 ? buy to let mortgages

Jan 2 2009 10:12AM

In news that could be relevant to those with buy to let mortgages, it has been said that the New Year will change people's perceptions of where they want to live.

Rates lowered by lender ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 31 2008 8:42AM

A building society has announced it is lowering rates on its range of buy to let mortgages as part of a New Year sale.

New Year offers 'threats and opportunities' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 30 2008 9:37AM

The New Year will present both threats and opportunities for those with buy to let mortgages, it has been stated.

Property investors 'want stability' for Christmas - buy to let mortgages

Dec 24 2008 8:17AM

In news that could affect those with buy to let mortgages, stability and a wider range of loans have been identified as what property investors would most like for Christmas.

Next year 'challenging' for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Dec 23 2008 8:10AM

Next year will be difficult for some people with buy to let mortgages, it has been stated.

Deposit protection 'improves relations' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 22 2008 10:32AM

Deposit protection schemes can improve relations between landlords and tenants, it has been claimed.

Bargain hunters 'will dominate' housing market - buy to let mortgages

Dec 19 2008 10:42AM

Buyers seeking a bargain will dominate the housing sector in 2009, it has been claimed.

Buy to let sector is very "busy" - buy to let mortgages

Dec 18 2008 10:10AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages may find that the rental sector has become very active recently, one expert has suggested.

Tenants warned about festive parties - buy to let mortgages

Dec 17 2008 10:37AM

In buy to let mortgages news, it has been warned that the festive period is one of the most common times for tenants to damage a property.

Landlords 'must take out insurance' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 16 2008 9:33AM

People with buy to let mortgages have been advised to take out rental guarantee insurance as a safeguard against the current economic situation.

Home Information Packs criticised - buy to let mortgages

Dec 15 2008 10:26AM

The government's announcement that property sellers must have a Home Information Pack (Hip) available to show viewers on the first day of marketing their house has been criticised.

Landlords 'should remortgage early' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 12 2008 9:42AM

Those with buy to let mortgages should begin preparations to find a new deal on their loans as early as possible, it has been advised.

Property a 'long-term' venture - buy to let mortgages

Dec 11 2008 9:43AM

An expert has warned those with buy to let mortgages that property management should be viewed as a long-term venture and not an "armchair investment".

Landlords 'need proof' to withhold deposits - buy to let mortgages

Dec 10 2008 9:41AM

A tenancy deposit protection organisation has warned those with buy to let mortgages that they must have sufficient evidence to justify withholding an occupant's deposit money.

Landlords 'must put in time and investment' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 9 2008 11:29AM

Those with buy to let mortgages must put time and investment into their property portfolios over the coming years if they are to make a profit, it has been stated.

Renters 'not second-class' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 8 2008 9:43AM

People that rent a home are no longer seen as "second-class citizens", a property expert has stated.

Cutting out agents 'can save money' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 5 2008 9:02AM

People with buy to let mortgages could save "considerable" amounts of money by managing properties themselves rather than using agents, it has been suggested.

Finding good tenants "key" to success ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 4 2008 10:07AM

Finding the best tenants is of paramount importance to becoming a successful landlord, it has been claimed.

'Use internet for tenancy agreements' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 3 2008 11:09AM

Investors with buy to let mortgages have been encouraged to take advantage of free tenancy agreements that are available on the internet.

Landlords 'should be encouraged' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 2 2008 11:00AM

The private rental sector is an industry that needs to be "encouraged and supported", it has been claimed.

Landlords 'must carry out repairs' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 1 2008 10:09AM

An environmental health representative has warned those with buy to let mortgages of the importance of carrying out repairs to a property.

Landlords 'must use internet' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 28 2008 10:36AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been urged to utilise the internet more when trying to attract tenants.

Rental market is "dog-eat-dog" - buy to let mortgages

Nov 27 2008 9:52AM

People with buy to let mortgages have been offered advice on how to survive in today's competitive market.

Chancellor's measures welcomed - buy to let mortgages

Nov 26 2008 10:08AM

A cash injection for the housing sector that was announced in the pre-Budget report has been welcomed by an industry insider.

Long-term buy to let 'still works' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 25 2008 9:30AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages have defended the sector after it was suggested that some landlords may be in financial difficulty.

Expert comments on CML data - buy to let mortgages

Nov 24 2008 8:35AM

The outlook for many with buy to let mortgages may have deteriorated, an expert has suggested.

Rental demand 'boosted' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 21 2008 10:07AM

Demand for properties to let remains high as potential home buyers are looking to rent while they seek a mortgage, it has been claimed.

Scottish government 'failing' landlords - buy to let mortgages

Nov 20 2008 10:02AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) of Scotland has accused the Scottish government of failing those with buy to let mortgages over the introduction of energy performance certificates (EPCs).

Website launches energy offer - buy to let mortgages

Nov 19 2008 10:16AM

A new offer has been launched for people with buy to let mortgages.

West Brom recommended for property investors - buy to let mortgages

Nov 18 2008 10:03AM

A site manager has recommended a new development in West Bromwich as a good place for those with buy to let mortgages to invest in.

Alternatives to repossession 'must be sought' ? buy to let mortgages

Nov 17 2008 10:28AM

Lenders must start to implement alternatives to repossession, it has been claimed.

Tenants and landlords 'enjoy good relationship' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 14 2008 9:53AM

In buy to let mortgages news, a new survey has revealed that the majority of landlords enjoy a good relationship with their tenants.

'Use base rate cut to pay off loans sooner' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 13 2008 10:37AM

People with buy to let mortgages should use the recent base rate cut to help them pay off their loans sooner, it has been suggested.

Fines 'needed for sale and rent back sector' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 12 2008 11:05AM

In buy to let mortgages news, trade body Safe Home Income Plans (Ship) has called on Trading Standards to take action against sale and lease back landlords who mislead consumers through inaccurate advertising.

Economy 'should recover' after rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Nov 11 2008 10:08AM

The economy will be helped to recover by the Bank of England's interest rate cut, it has been claimed.

Banks "grateful" for support - buy to let mortgages

Nov 10 2008 10:24AM

Investors with buy to let mortgages are set to benefit from the high street banks' reaction to the base rate cut and a fall in Libor, the interbank lending rate.

Rate cut "great news" for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Nov 7 2008 10:58AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are set to benefit from the Bank of England's interest rate cut of 1.5 per cent.

Property investors 'spending more on internet advertising' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 6 2008 10:03AM

Those involved in the property business are moving towards online marketing, it has been suggested.

MPC may consider 'big cut' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 5 2008 9:16AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages may be pleased to hear that there is a chance of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) slashing the base rate by more than half a per cent tomorrow.

Rates 'could fall to 0%' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 4 2008 10:06AM

It is possible that interest rates could drop to as low as one, or even zero, per cent over the coming months, it has been suggested.

Take housing figures with a "pinch of salt" - buy to let mortgages

Nov 3 2008 10:38AM

An industry insider has cautioned people involved in the property business to take the recent improvement in the market with a "pinch of salt".

Insurance firm offers help to brokers - buy to let mortgages

Oct 31 2008 10:37AM

Businesses offering buy to let mortgages must adapt to survive the current economic conditions, it has been suggested.

Market recovery 'will lead to shortage of property to purchase' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 30 2008 10:49AM

Once the financial markets recover from the current downturn there will be a shortage of houses to buy, it has been claimed.

Landlords urged to invest in "buoyant" Newport - buy to let mortgages

Oct 29 2008 11:15AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been encouraged to take advantage of the "buoyant" rental market within a Welsh city.

Landlords 'will remove tenants despite credit crunch' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 28 2008 9:58AM

Landlords will still remove tenants that fall behind with payments despite the economic slowdown, an industry insider has claimed.

Landlords urged to protect themselves against fraud - buy to let mortgages

Oct 27 2008 11:17AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been warned to keep their contact details up to date with the Land Registry in order to help prevent becoming the victims of fraud.

Rental review "an important watershed" - by to let mortgages

Oct 24 2008 10:27AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has hailed the publication of a new report that marks "an important watershed" for the buy to let mortgages sector.

Estate agent body hails government repossession initiative - buy to let mortgages

Oct 23 2008 11:28AM

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has hailed an announcement by the government that new court protocols are to be introduced in order to ensure repossession is used as a final resort.

Rental sector "alive and kicking" - buy to let mortgages

Oct 22 2008 10:35AM

The buy to let sector is "alive and kicking", with many investors planning to keep hold of their rental properties for the long-term, it has been suggested.

Banks 'should pass on lower rates to borrowers' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 21 2008 10:36AM

Banks must pass on lower prices to customers in order to benefit the property market, it has been claimed.

Repossession coverage "misleading" - buy to let mortgages

Oct 20 2008 11:07AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has stated that media coverage of recent repossession figures may be "misleading".

More support for sale and rent back regulation - buy to let mortgages

Oct 17 2008 10:36AM

In buy to let mortgages news, another representative body has joined the list of organisations that have pledged their support for more regulation of sale and rent back schemes.

Landlords reporting 'record demand' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 16 2008 10:32AM

Landlords are experiencing record levels of tenant demand and predicting that interest in rental property will grow over the next year, new research has found.

'More regulation needed' for sale and rent back - buy to let mortgages

Oct 15 2008 10:37AM

In buy to let mortgages news, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has announced that it is committed to raising standards within the sale and rent back sector.

CML welcomes bank rescue scheme - buy to let mortgages

Oct 14 2008 10:16AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has welcomed the rescue package offered to banks by the Treasury.

NLA speaks out over "naming and shaming" - buy to let mortgages

Oct 13 2008 10:04AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has criticised the practice of "naming and shaming" tenants who fall behind with payments.

Landlords 'must seek energy-efficiency help' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 10 2008 10:14AM

Landlords are being encouraged to seek the financial help available to them in order to make their rental properties more energy-efficient.

Interest rate cut will 'provide relief' to landlords - buy to let mortgages

Oct 9 2008 9:21AM

The decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to lower interest rates to 4.5 per cent will ease the cost of buy to let mortgages, it has been claimed.

MP to speak at NLA conference - buy to let mortgages

Oct 8 2008 12:24PM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has announced the programme of events for its first national conference.

Landlords 'must organise tax affairs' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 7 2008 10:39AM

Those with buy to let mortgages have been warned to get their tax affairs in order as HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is planning a crackdown on evasion.

Student demand boosts property values - buy to let mortgages

Oct 6 2008 9:58AM

In buy to let mortgages news, it has emerged that demand for student accommodation has boosted property values in university towns over the last few years.

Bills a 'major factor in rental decisions' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 3 2008 10:08AM

Energy bills are one of the most important factors that potential tenants take into account when deciding on a rental property, a new report has revealed.

Rental market 'has not come off rails' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 2 2008 9:40AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has spoken out on the current state of the buy to let mortgages sector, denying that it has "come off the rails".

Occupants 'must stick to tenancy agreements' - buy to let mortgages

Oct 1 2008 9:57AM

In buy to let mortgages news, tenants have been urged to stick to rental contracts in order to ensure they receive their full deposit back.

CML releases data after Bradford & Bingley bailout - buy to let mortgages

Sep 30 2008 9:57AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders has released information to counter claims in the media that the buy to let mortgages sector is faring worse than the market as a whole.

Bradford & Bingley set to be nationalised ? buy to let mortgages

Sep 29 2008 10:13AM

The government is taking over buy to let mortgages lender Bradford & Bingley and selling off some of its assets.

"No question" that loan-to-values have improved ? buy to let mortgages

Sep 26 2008 9:54AM

There is "no question" that the growth in the rental sector has led to better deals on buy to let mortgages, it has been claimed.

Landlords 'must comply with new energy law' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 25 2008 9:55AM

Landlords have been urged to make sure they comply with new energy-efficiency legislation being introduced on October 1st.

Increased regulation should be 'met with caution' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 24 2008 9:40AM

In news that could affect those with buy to let mortgages, the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI) has warned against increased regulation for the industry.

Potential takeover of B&B - buy to let mortgages

Sep 23 2008 10:32AM

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is attempting to find a buyer for Bradford & Bingley (B&B), one of the UK's biggest buy to let mortgages lender.

Now is a 'good time to invest in property' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 22 2008 12:55PM

Now would be a good time for buy to let investors who have money in the bank to purchase a house or flat, according to an industry expert.

HBOS to be taken over by Lloyds TSB - buy to let mortgages

Sep 18 2008 9:25AM

Lloyds TSB has announced that it will take over Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS) in a move that could be significant for those with buy to let mortgages.

Property investment 'more attractive' than shares - buy to let mortgages

Sep 17 2008 9:26AM

Investing in buy to let property is still an attractive option despite the economic slowdown, according to an industry expert.

Students 'make good tenants' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 16 2008 10:12AM

Despite the stereotype, the majority of students are actually good tenants, according to a new study.

Landlords 'may wait' to buy luxury property - buy to let mortgages

Sep 15 2008 10:05AM

Those with buy to let mortgages may wait until prices have dropped to invest in high-end property, according to an analyst.

Government's energy-efficient offer "an all-round winner" - buy to let mortgages

Sep 12 2008 9:29AM

A councillor has urged landlords to take advantage of the government's scheme to help them install energy-efficient measures in their homes.

Landlords should be 'emotionally detached' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 11 2008 9:50AM

Landlords should not think of rental properties as their home, an expert has claimed.

Interior design is 'essential' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 10 2008 9:30AM

Owning an interior-designed property is a major bonus when attracting prospective tenants, an industry insider has claimed.

US financial rescue 'a real turning point' - buy to let mortgages

Sep 9 2008 8:57AM

The US government's rescue of the country's financial institutions Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae could help world housing markets, an expert has said.

People will 'pay a premium' for garden space - buy to let mortgages

Sep 8 2008 9:37AM

More people in Britain are using gardens as a way to add value to their properties, it has been claimed.

Landlords improve energy efficiency of homes - buy to let mortgages

Sep 5 2008 10:02AM

The majority of landlords have made improvements to the energy efficiency of their rental properties, according to a new report.

Lettings market 'could benefit' from stamp duty reform - buy to let mortgages

Sep 4 2008 11:17AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages could benefit the most from the government's announcements on stamp duty, it has been claimed.

New housing measures welcomed - buy to let mortgages

Sep 3 2008 9:54AM

The housing market reforms announced by the government - which could help those with buy to let mortgages - have been welcomed.

Ministers should intervene - buy to let mortgages

Sep 2 2008 9:42AM

The Association of Mortgage Intermediaries has called on the government to intervene in the housing market.

Linley & Simpson expand rental portfolio - buy to let mortgages

Sep 1 2008 9:55AM

Letting specialist Linley & Simpson (L&S) has acquired rival company Ashtons after seeing demand rise for rental properties.

Capital gains reforms 'save landlords money' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 29 2008 10:09AM

Changes in the capital gains tax (CGT) system introduced in April have led to big savings for landlords, according to The Mortgage Works.

UK market 'still a good investment' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 28 2008 11:25AM

A South African property magnate has said he believes the UK is still a good place to invest in property, news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages.

Rental market 'coping better' with credit crunch - buy to let mortgages

Aug 27 2008 10:01AM

Buy to let mortgages are faring better than other sectors of the market in the economic slowdown, according to new figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Rent prices 'a result of supply and demand' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 26 2008 10:33AM

Despite the credit crunch, rental prices are "not particularly high at the moment", according to tenancy protection website mydeposits.co.uk.

End to growth may speed rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Aug 22 2008 2:10PM

New data has revealed that the UK economy failed to grow between April and June this year, bringing to an end a record run of 63 successive quarters of expansion.

Rate cut tipped before end of year - buy to let mortgages

Aug 21 2008 11:48AM

A cut in the UK base rate before the end of 2008 has been forecast by economists, something that could lead to a reduction in the cost of buy to let mortgages.

No change in MPC vote may mean fading rate rise prospect - buy to let mortgages

Aug 20 2008 2:35PM

The prospect that buy to let mortgages may become cheaper rather than more expensive as a result of the next change in the Bank of England base rate could have increased after it was revealed that support for a rise in the rate has not increased this month.

Former mine redevelopment gets green light - property development finance

Aug 19 2008 2:11PM

UK Coal has been granted planning permission for the redevelopment of a former coal mine in Yorkshire.

NLA pleased with possession claims fall - buy to let mortgages

Aug 19 2008 11:10AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has welcomed new figures showing a fall in the number of repossession claims by landlords, something that may interest those with buy to let mortgages.

Arla calls for one regulatory body - buy to let mortgages

Aug 18 2008 11:19AM

In news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages, the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla) has called for one single body to monitor standards in rental property.

Rental sector proposals backed - buy to let mortgages

Aug 15 2008 11:51AM

In news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages, the National Landlord's Association (NLA) has welcomed the Law Commission's report into the private rental sector.

Northern regeneration to continue, insist Tories - buy to let mortgages

Aug 14 2008 1:55PM

In news that may interest those keen to take on buy-to-let mortgages in the north of England, the Conservatives have reaffirmed that a change of government at the next election will not mean the end of efforts to regenerate northern towns and cities.

NLA offers credit crunch advice for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Aug 13 2008 11:27AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has set out a series of tips for landlords to help them not only survive the credit crunch but also prosper.

Tenant numbers 'on the rise' - buy to let mortgages

Aug 12 2008 12:00AM

A new survey has revealed that the number of tenants is rising substantially, offering more opportunities for those with buy to let mortgages to rent out property.

Big rate cuts on the way, says economist - buy to let mortgages

Aug 11 2008 3:41PM

Although the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) kept the base rate on hold again last week, it will make a series of major cuts in the next year, an economist has predicted.

Treasury seeks to dampen stamp duty talk - buy to let mortgages

Aug 8 2008 3:13PM

The Treasury has played down reports that the government has already decided it will announce a stamp duty holiday for home buyers in its November pre-budget statement.

NAEA calls for rate trimming - buy to let mortgages

Aug 7 2008 11:26AM

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has argued that the Bank of England should priorities the housing market by lowering the base rate from five per cent today.

Base rate not determining mortgage costs, says expert - buy to let mortgages

Aug 6 2008 10:26AM

The Bank of England is likely to hold the base rate at five per cent tomorrow, but this is not stopping the cost of buy to let mortgages from falling, it has been stated.

Economists say no rate rise this week - buy to let mortgages

Aug 5 2008 11:32AM

The possibility that the cost of buy to let mortgages might be pushed up this week by a base rate rise has been dismissed by economists.

Former cabinet minister in rate cuts call - buy to let mortgages

Aug 4 2008 10:25AM

Former cabinet minister John Redwood has called on the Bank of England to change tack on interest rate policy, something that could help bring down the cost of buy to let mortgages.

Choose carefully, landlords advised - buy to let mortgages

Aug 1 2008 2:06PM

Those seeking to extend their buy to let portfolios should take a lot of care and advice as they go about it, editor at investor magazine Landlordzone Tom Entwistle has said.

Interest rates to fall, economist predicts - buy to let mortgages

Jul 31 2008 11:05AM

The prospects of a new base rate cut are growing all the time, an economist has said.

CML welcomes Crosby findings - buy to let mortgages

Jul 30 2008 11:23AM

The Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has welcomed the interim Crosby report into the state of mortgage financing in the UK, stating that it confirms its view that the market needs outside intervention to help it recover.

Survey suggests 36% may never own home - buy to let mortgages

Jul 29 2008 11:08AM

A new survey has suggested that the cost of obtaining a home is such that a quarter of people believe they will never get on the housing ladder.

Property prices tipped to bounce back - buy to let mortgages

Jul 28 2008 12:00AM

UK house prices will carry on falling until 2010 but will then start rising again, it has been predicted.

Buy to let investors benefit from credit crunch - buy to let mortgages

Jul 25 2008 12:00AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages are likely to be benefiting from a 38 per cent year-on-year increase in the demand of rented properties.

Landlords can be ''confused by HMO laws'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 24 2008 12:00AM

The legislation surrounding house in multiple occupation (HMO) licensing is confusing for some buy to let investors, it has been claimed.

Parliament approves Crossrail plans - buy to let mortgages

Jul 24 2008 12:00AM

Crossrail, the new rail network being developed in London and the south-east, has taken a step closer to completion following approval of the scheme by parliament.

Fire guidelines welcomed by NLA - Buy to let mortgages

Jul 23 2008 12:00AM

New fire guidance for landlords has been given support by the National Landlords Association (NLA), news that may be of interest to those with buy to let mortgages.

Liverpool office building ''generates interest'' - property development

Jul 23 2008 12:00AM

Bruntwood, the property outfit, has said that it has generated a number of inquiries about a building in Liverpool currently being refurbished, something that may interest those keen on property development finance.

Majority of members ''decide on rate hold'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 23 2008 12:00AM

Most of the members of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) opted to hold the base rate of interest in July, it has been announced, news that may be of interest to those with buy to let mortgages.

South-west affordability problems may hint at rental opportunity - buy to let mortgages

Jul 22 2008 12:00AM

Investors with buy to let mortgages appear to have a large potential market among young people in the south-west of England, a new poll has indicated.

Auctions tipped as major investor opportunity - buy to let mortgages

Jul 22 2008 12:00AM

An increase in the number of homes being repossessed and then sold on at auction may offer investors a number of chances to grab bargains, it has been suggested.

Market towns ''stay strong in current climate'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 21 2008 12:00AM

House prices will not be hit greatly by the ongoing struggle the industry is facing in market towns, according to a fresh report, something that may be of interest to those with buy to let mortgages.

Possible fines for energy-wary investors - buy to let mortgages

Jul 21 2008 12:00AM

Members of the National Landlords Association (NLA) could be hit with fines if they do not adhere to energy efficiency goals, it has been claimed, news that may be of interest to those in the buy to let mortgages sector.

Energy efficiency could influence ''tenant turnover'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 18 2008 12:00AM

Properties that are energy efficient may mean tenants will be less likely to leave after a short period of time, it has been claimed.

Calls for building regulations to change - buy to let mortgages

Jul 18 2008 12:00AM

Calls have been made to see regulations relating to property development and use to be changed in the interest of the environment.

CML in new liquidity plan - buy to let mortgages

Jul 17 2008 12:00AM

An alternative to the existing Bank of England special liquidity scheme has been proposed by the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Base rate tipped to fall - buy to let mortgages

Jul 17 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England could be on course for a major cut in interest rates despite recent increases in inflation, it has been suggested.

Preston landlords ''snapping up bargains'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 16 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages, estate agents in Preston have reported that landlords are making the most of a recent fall in property prices by buying up bargains in the city.

Property value ''linked to hospitals'' says survey - buy to let mortgages

Jul 16 2008 12:00AM

A survey has found that the value of a property is widely believed to be linked to its proximity to hospital facilities.

House price decline ''to end inside year'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 15 2008 12:00AM

A year from now residential property prices will no longer be falling, it has been predicted.

Investors ''picking up bargains'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 15 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other investors are making the most of the bargains on offer in the market resulting from a low level of property transactions, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has observed.

Rental sector value ''greater than commercial property'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 14 2008 12:00AM

The combined value of all private rental properties in Britain now exceeds that of commercial property, a new report has stated.

Warning against keeping rates high - buy to let mortgages

Jul 14 2008 12:00AM

A member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has warned the body not to keep the base rate too high for too long, as this would risk a major economic slump.

MPC votes to hold interest rates - buy to let mortgages

Jul 11 2008 12:00AM

Concerns about a possible increase in interest rates that may raise the cost of buy to let mortgages were eased yesterday when the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) announced it had voted to keep the base rate at five per cent.

Welcome given to landlord organisation mergers - buy to let mortgages

Jul 11 2008 12:00AM

The merger of the National Landlords Association (NLA) and the National Federation of Residential Landlords (NFRL) has been greeted with approval by the National Approved Lettings Scheme (Nals), news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages.

NAEA in interest rate appeal - buy to let mortgages

Jul 10 2008 12:00AM

The National Association of Estate Agents has appealed to the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to avoid raising the base rate in its monthly meeting.

Increase professional accommodation in cities, says report - buy to let mortgages

Jul 10 2008 12:00AM

A new report has said that one of the elements of the government's plans to build three million new homes by 2020 should be to increase the number of homes that suit professionals and highly skilled workers in cities that lack them.

NLA and NFRL announce merger - buy to let mortgages

Jul 9 2008 12:00AM

Two leading bodies representing UK landlords are to merge to become the largest organisation of its kind in the country, news that is likely to impact upon people with buy to let mortgages.

Homes need to be more efficient - buy to let mortgages

Jul 9 2008 12:00AM

In news that may affect landlords with buy to let mortgages, there have been calls for homes around the UK to be improved and made more energy efficient.

Poll shows promising London property trend - buy to let mortgages

Jul 8 2008 12:00AM

Property prices in London have bucked the recent trend for falling values and have risen over the year to June 2008, a new study reveals.

Buy to let investors see high yields in the south-east - buy to let mortgages

Jul 8 2008 12:00AM

Buy to let investors have witnessed a sharp increase in property yields in the south-east of England over the past year, new figures reveal.

Landlords must tailor properties to different markets - buy to let mortgages

Jul 7 2008 12:00AM

Different types of tenants want varying amenities in homes and this is something those with buy to let mortgages should bear in mind, it has been claimed.

Investors ''clamour to buy'' in Newquay - buy to let mortgages

Jul 7 2008 12:00AM

Property prices in the seaside resort of Newquay, Cornwall, are soaring, despite a slump in housing markets elsewhere in the UK.

Now is the time to buy, says NAEA - buy to let mortgages

Jul 7 2008 12:00AM

It is currently an excellent time for people in Britain to purchase houses, according to a property expert.

Rates will ''stay the same'' - buy to let mortgages

Jul 4 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those with but to let mortgages, every economist polled by Adfero has said that interest rates will be held by the Bank of England next week.

Landlords urged to consider presentation of properties - buy to let mortgages

Jul 3 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those in the buy to let mortgages industry, landlords have been urged to make sure that properties on the market look presentable.

Crackdown on ''rogue property managers'' announced - buy to let mortgages

Jul 3 2008 12:00AM

Rogue property managers or factors in Scotland are the target of a new initiative that aims to promote excellence within the sector.

Landlords included in new stamp duty proposals - buy to let mortgages

Jul 2 2008 12:00AM

Those taking out buy to let mortgages would be among those affected by changes to the stamp duty system proposed yesterday by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Economist backs buy to let - buy to let mortgages

Jul 2 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages, an economist at one of Britain's major lenders has said the industry will cope well with the continuing effects of the credit crunch and property market downturn.

Survey emphasises long-term landlord plans - buy to let mortgages

Jul 1 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords are increasingly looking to invest for the long term, a new survey has shown.

House prices in new fall - buy to let mortgages

Jul 1 2008 12:00AM

New figures have indicated that UK house prices are continuing on a downward trend.

King issues warning over inflation - buy to let mortgages

Jun 27 2008 12:00AM

Bank of England governor Mervyn King has hinted that raising interest rates as a means of bringing down inflation could have undesirable long-term consequences.

Landlords advised to gear properties to target market - buy to let mortgages

Jun 27 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords will be better able to successfully rent out their properties if they ensure they are in good condition and fit them out with the target market in mind, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has said.

Planning bill ''can boost the UK'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 26 2008 12:00AM

The new planning bill is vital because it will see that a number of buy to let projects are completed, it has been claimed this week.

Property show to attract buy to let investors - buy to let mortgages

Jun 26 2008 12:00AM

Those wanting to make inroads into the buy to let mortgages market may be looking to attend the Property Investor Show.

CML guidelines evaluated - buy to let mortgages

Jun 25 2008 12:00AM

The introduction of new guidelines for buy to let investors concerning the valuation of property of new-build homes by the Council of Mortgage Lenders has been evaluated by Jonathan Moore, the head of marketing at Mortgages for Business.

Landlords ''still doing well'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 25 2008 12:00AM

Despite the credit crunch there are lots of amateur landlords who are still doing well, it has been reported.

EPC hint issued for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Jun 24 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords have been given a reminder that they will need to have an energy performance certificates (EPC) for each and every property they rent out.

Tips issued for bargain-hunting investors - buy to let mortgages

Jun 24 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages who want top add to their portfolios, a series of tips has been issued for buying at auction.

Congestion charge ''to benefit city living'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 23 2008 12:00AM

The proposals to establish a congestion charging system in return for major public transport investment in Manchester will benefit those living in the heart of the city, it has been suggested.

Asking prices ''more realistic'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 23 2008 12:00AM

In news that will interest those looking to take out buy to let mortgages on bargain properties, property website Rightmove has said that sellers are becoming more realistic with asking prices.

New build value rises - buy to let mortgages

Jun 20 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages who are looking for the right kind of property in which to invest may consider prioritising new build homes following a new survey.

Flood protection details revealed - buy to let mortgages

Jun 20 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages on properties in flood-prone areas, a government minister has unveiled details of new help that can be given to protect against this threat.

Football club ambitions may create investor opportunities - buy to let mortgages

Jun 19 2008 12:00AM

Those thinking of taking out buy to let mortgages in the south of England may find a number of opportunities arising in Portsmouth as a result of a plan to relocate the city's football club.

Raise your game, landlords advised - buy to let mortgages

Jun 19 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords must raise their game and offer more to "picky" tenants who may be very choosy about where they choose to rent, it has been stated.

Free deposit protection offer made - buy to let mortgages

Jun 18 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other residential landlords have been offered a chance to renew their membership of the tenancy deposit protection scheme for nothing.

King letter may hint at no rate rises - buy to let mortgages

Jun 18 2008 12:00AM

The increase in consumer prices index inflation to 3.

Build more for rental, body urges - buy to let mortgages

Jun 17 2008 12:00AM

Policy research unit Centre for Cities has said the government should shift its housing policy towards building more homes for the rental sector, something which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages.

Inflation rise forces King to write letter - buy to let mortgages

Jun 17 2008 12:00AM

The latest consumer prices index (CPI) figures have been released, showing that this measure of inflation has reached 3.

Rate rise not predicted - buy to let mortgages

Jun 16 2008 12:00AM

A new report has suggested that inflation will spend four months this year above the ceiling of its target range, but has not forecast that interest rates will rise.

Housebuilding drop may help rental market - buy to let mortgages

Jun 16 2008 12:00AM

The number of new homes built is set to go on falling, it has been predicted.

Shortened void periods the key to success, says expert - buy to let mortgages

Jun 13 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages, an industry expert has said the key is getting in the right tenants and avoiding void periods.

Ledbury tops Herefordshire rent table - buy to let mortgages

Jun 13 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages in places where rents are high, new research has shown that the town of Ledbury has the highest rental rates in Herefordshire.

Libor changes tipped to improve system - buy to let mortgages

Jun 12 2008 12:00AM

The UK mortgage market - which includes buy to let mortgages – may be set to improve thanks to new measures introduced this week by the British Bankers' Association to improve the interbank (Libor) lending system.

Expert tips rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Jun 12 2008 12:00AM

UK inflation will pass its peak in the next few months and allow the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to start cutting the base rate again, it has been predicted.

Rate rise case dismissed - buy to let mortgages

Jun 11 2008 12:00AM

Suggestions that the Bank of England may be about to raise interest rates have been questioned by an expert on the subject.

Buy to let ''not in crisis'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 11 2008 12:00AM

The UK buy to let mortgage market is not in crisis, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has insisted.

Manchester property ''to gain from congestion charge'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 10 2008 12:00AM

Property in areas of Manchester that are well served by public transport could see their value rise significantly following the announcement of the forthcoming introduction of the congestion charge, it has been suggested.

Report calls for new rental sector investment - buy to let mortgages

Jun 10 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages, the British Property Federation (BPF) has called for government help to secure major investment into creating more property for private rental accommodation.

Rental demand ''strengthened by crunch'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 9 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords are tending to find that rental demand is high at present, the Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla) has stated.

Bean to be new number two, say reports - buy to let mortgages

Jun 9 2008 12:00AM

Bank of England chief economist Charles Bean is set to be promoted to the role of deputy governor with responsibility for monetary policy, it has been reported over the weekend.

Rate cuts ''may not be enough'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 6 2008 12:00AM

It has been questioned whether an interest rate cut would make a major difference to the property market, following the decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee to hold the base rate.

Stamp duty call may go unheeded - buy to let mortgages

Jun 6 2008 12:00AM

There have been new calls to help first-time buyers get on the housing ladder through cuts in stamp duty.

Economic threat to buy-to-let ''not proven'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 5 2008 12:00AM

The prospect of those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords suffering because of a reduction in immigration into Britain caused by a slowing economy is "far from compelling", it has been suggested.

No rate cut yet - buy to let mortgages

Jun 5 2008 12:00AM

Those hoping for a reduction in the cost of buy to let mortgages may have been left disappointed today by news that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has chosen to leave the base rate on hold at fiver per cent.

Bradford apartments offer bargains - buy to let mortgages

Jun 4 2008 12:00AM

A developer has announced that the prices on a series of newly-available apartments in Bradford will be as low as £55,000.

Plenty of opportunities still out there, says expert - buy to let mortgages

Jun 4 2008 12:00AM

Buy to let expert Jonathan Moore of Mortgages for Business has said that there are still possibilities available for those wanting to invest in buy to let.

Buy to let still strong, says industry - buy to let mortgages

Jun 3 2008 12:00AM

Members of the buy to let industry have said the situation is far healthier than some have interpreted it following news of an increase in the number of people struggling to repay buy to let mortgages.

Call for more liquidity action - buy to let mortgages

Jun 3 2008 12:00AM

UK mortgage lending - which may include buy to let mortgages - needs a boost by means other than interest rate reductions, it has been suggested.

Apartment market ''recovering in south-east'' - buy to let mortgages

Jun 2 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages for flat rentals, new figures have indicated that new build apartments in the south-east are increasing in value.

Bank tipped for eventual rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Jun 2 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England is likely to hold the base rate when the monetary policy committee (MPC) meets this week, but will still cut rates in time rather than raise them, it has been predicted.

Buy to let ''boosts UK mortgage industry'' - buy to let mortgages

May 30 2008 12:00AM

Britain's mortgage market is being kept relatively bouyant by continued activity in the buy to let mortgages sector, it has been reported.

Southampton ''attracting tenant lifestyle'' - buy to let mortgages

May 30 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages, Southampton has a healthy buy to let market which has been boosted by the popularity of renting as a lifestyle option in the city, it has been stated.

Economist hints at rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

May 29 2008 12:00AM

An economist has suggested that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) may be tempted to make more base rate cuts soon, something which may help lower the cost of buy to let mortgages.

Deposit protector in reminder to landlords - buy to let mortgages

May 29 2008 12:00AM

Landlords - including those with buy to let mortgages - have been reminded by a government-backed tenancy deposit protection firm that they do not have to hand over deposit cash to a third party.

Flint backs buy to let - Buy to let mortgages

May 28 2008 12:00AM

Housing minister Caroline Flint has backed the private rental sector to play a part in solving Britain's housing shortfall.

Mortgage numbers rise - buy to let mortgages

May 28 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, new figures have shown that mortgage lending for the purpose of purchasing residential property has increased.

Seaside towns ''showing good capital growth'' - buy to let mortgages

May 27 2008 12:00AM

Investors looking for buy to let mortgages may be interested to read about new research that reveals house price growth in seaside towns between 2002 and 2007 has been greater than that within England and Wales as a whole.

Property ''still a good long-term investment'' ? buy to let mortgages

May 27 2008 12:00AM

The property market is beginning to stabilise, according to new figures from the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA)

According to the body, the number of house purchases and viewings has remained unchanged over the last month, while the difference between the asking and sales price has also steadied.

Property values ''increased by gardens'' - buy to let mortgages

May 23 2008 12:00AM

In news which may be of interest to holders of buy to let mortgages, an expert has claimed that gardens can add as much as 20 per cent to the value of a property.

VAT cut ''could benefit buy-to-let sector'' ? buy to let mortgages

May 23 2008 12:00AM

Landlords of rental properties could benefit from VAT changes proposed by parliament this week.

Rental market ''enjoys a boost'' - buy to let mortgages

May 22 2008 12:00AM

The British rental market witnessed an increase in buy to let mortgages over the first quarter of 2008, according to new figures.

Rented homes ''can help meet housing shortage'' - buy to let mortgages

May 22 2008 12:00AM

An increase in the number of rented properties in Britain could substantially help to meet the country's housing shortage, a new report states, which could be good news to holders of buy to let mortgages.

Renting ?a good alternative to buying? - buy to let mortgages

May 21 2008 12:00AM

Following a select committee report into the supply of rented housing, the National Landlords Association has claimed that renting should not be seen as a worse option than buying.

Private rented sector ''can offer stability'' ? buy to let mortgages

May 21 2008 12:00AM

The Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla) has called for more investment into the private rented sector, stating that it can provide stability.

Lomax departure may affect rate policy - buy to let mortgages

May 20 2008 12:00AM

The dynamics of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) may be altered by the departure and replacement of Rachel Lomax as the deputy governor of the Bank of England.

Demand pushing up rents - buy to let mortgages

May 20 2008 12:00AM

Increased demand for rental property resulting from the fall in house purchases is pushing rents up substantially, it has been reported.

Investor recommends new build - buy to let mortgages

May 19 2008 12:00AM

In advice which may be useful for those seeking further buy to let mortgages, an investor expanding her portfolio has suggested that purchasing new builds is a good move both in terms of the popularity of such properties with tenants and upkeep costs.

Promote buy to let, councils urged - buy to let mortgages

May 19 2008 12:00AM

Councils around the UK should be promoting buy to let now and not waiting for the government to do it, the British property Federation (BPF) has said.

Experts back further investment - buy to let mortgages

May 16 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those considering taking out buy to let mortgages, members from a panel of experts have backed the idea of buying further investment property.

Buy to let ''still resilient'' - buy to let mortgages

May 16 2008 12:00AM

The UK buy to let industry is resilient and its strength will help avert a more significant downturn in the property market, it has been suggested.

Scottish house prices rising again - buy to let mortgages

May 15 2008 12:00AM

New research has shown that prices for Scottish property are on the up again, meaning that those talking out buy to let mortgages may have more chance of cashing in on their assets at a good profit in the future.

Buy to let repossessions ''still low'' - buy to let mortgages

May 15 2008 12:00AM

The number of repossessions of properties with buy to let mortgages is still very low, it has been pointed out.

Present time ''good for investment'' - buy to let mortgages

May 14 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those thinking of taking out buy to let mortgages, it has been suggested that the present time is a good one to invest for the long-term.

King does not rule out rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

May 14 2008 12:00AM

Bank of England governor Mervyn King has not ruled out the possibility of further rate cuts which could lower the cost of buy to let mortgages.

Rics in rate cut call - buy to let mortgages

May 13 2008 12:00AM

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors has called on the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to cut interest rates when it next meets.

Buy to let lending up in March, says CML - buy to let mortgages

May 13 2008 12:00AM

The amount of money lent in the category that includes buy to let mortgages rose in March, according to new figures from the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

Million pound properties rise - buy to let mortgages

May 12 2008 12:00AM

The number of homes bought and sold for a million pounds or more in Great Britain soared in 2007, new figures have revealed.

Buyers still active in rental industry - buy to let mortgages

May 12 2008 12:00AM

The buy to let market is still seeing new investment as cash buyers pick up bargains, it has been stated.

Rate cut anticipated soon - buy to let mortgages

May 9 2008 12:00AM

While the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) held back from lowering the base rate this month they will soon be trimming it again, it has been predicted.

Mortgage situation boosts renting - buy to let mortgages

May 9 2008 12:00AM

Further evidence has emerged that the credit crunch is having a beneficial effect for those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords.

Renting ''a good option in London'' - buy to let mortgages

May 8 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages in London, it has been suggested that now is a good time to be renting in the capital.

Bank holds base rate - buy to let mortgages

May 8 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has announced it is holding the base rate at five per cent today.

NLA praises insulation scheme - buy to let mortgages

May 7 2008 12:00AM

The National Landlords' Association has given its backing to a scheme which can help those with buy to let mortgages and other landlords to improve the energy efficiency of their properties.

Rental rates ''to rise'' - buy to let mortgages

May 7 2008 12:00AM

Rents are due to rise because of the continuation of recent property market conditions, it has been predicted.

Base rate decision ''a close call'' - buy to let mortgages

May 7 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) may be facing a closer decision than some economists expect, it has been suggested.

Economists in June rate cut tip - buy to let mortgages

May 6 2008 12:00AM

Economists have predicted that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) will not cut the base rate of interest in their meeting this week, but will reduce it next month.

Hold decision not certain, say economists - buy to let mortgages

May 2 2008 12:00AM

A poll of economists has forecast no change to the Bank of England's base rate next week - but some have said such a decision is far from certain.

Buy to let ''good value in London'' - buy to let mortgages

May 2 2008 12:00AM

Lettings agent Ludlow Thompson has said London buy to let properties tend to offer very good value for tenants.

Credit crunch set to fade, says bank - buy to let mortgages

May 1 2008 12:00AM

The effects of the credit crunch should start to wear off and market confidence return in the coming months, Bank of England deputy governor John Gieve has said.

Bank tipped for new rate cut - buy to let mortgages

May 1 2008 12:00AM

An economist has predicted that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) will reduce the base rate of interest again in the next two months, something that could lead to cheaper buy to let mortgages.

Survey shows landlords planning expansion - buy to let mortgages

Apr 30 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, a new survey has shown that more than two thirds of landlords are planning to expand their property portfolios.

NAEA plays down price fears - buy to let mortgages

Apr 30 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those seeking buy to let mortgages, the National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has said nobody should get carried away with the fall in house prices.

Allen backs green energy amendment - buy to let mortgages

Apr 29 2008 12:00AM

Pop star Lily Allen has given her vocal backing to a campaign to reward those who generate green energy from their homes or businesses.

Investors told to stick to cities - buy to let mortgages

Apr 28 2008 12:00AM

The best places for investors to buy rental property lie in the major areas of population, rather than the surrounding counties, investor magazine BuyAssociation has said.

Price falls ''benefiting some investors'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 28 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, it has been stated that some investors are making the most of recent property price falls rather than being harmed by them.

Summer rate cut ''still on cards'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 25 2008 12:00AM

The news that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) was split in three directions in its vote this month signals that there is not likely to be any radical reduction in the base rate in the coming months but will not prevent more cuts from still taking place, an economist has said.

Renting should not be stigmatised, says CIH - buy to let mortgages

Apr 25 2008 12:00AM

Renting is something which it would suit many people to do at different times in their lives and should not be treated as a negative thing, the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) has stated.

Well decorated properties ''easier to rent out'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 24 2008 12:00AM

Those who want to make a rental property attractive to potential tenants need to make sure it is decorated in the right way to ensure there is demand for it, it has been suggested.

Survey shows most landlords not about to sell - buy to let mortgages

Apr 24 2008 12:00AM

A new survey has suggested that most of those with buy to let mortgages are not tempted to sell any of their property portfolios by the introduction of lower capital gains tax rates earlier this month.

Chancellor holds summit over mortgages - buy to let mortgages

Apr 23 2008 12:00AM

Chancellor of the exchequer Alistair Darling has hosted a summit with representatives of the mortgage lending industry to urge them to bring down the cost of deals, after the Bank of England launched a £50 billion bond scheme this week aimed at improving liquidity levels.

More rate cuts tipped despite split decision - buy to let mortgages

Apr 23 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting this month saw the first three-way split in its voting since May 2006, the minutes have revealed today.

Bank move receives welcome - buy to let mortgages

Apr 22 2008 12:00AM

Stakeholders in the mortgage industry have welcomed the news of the Bank of England's new mortgage liquidity plan.

Interest rates not the only weapon, says MPC member - buy to let mortgages

Apr 22 2008 12:00AM

A member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee, Tim Besley, has said there are more ways of keeping the economy on track than changing interest rates.

TDP ''good news for landlords '' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 21 2008 12:00AM

Landlords have enjoyed considerable benefits from the introduction just over a year ago of the Tenancy Deposit Scheme (TDP), the National Landlords' Association (NLA) has commented.

Bank''s mortgage plan revealed - buy to let mortgages

Apr 21 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has unveiled details of its £50 billion securitisation bond plan which it hopes will boost the UK mortgage market.

Rental sector ''has answer to affordability problem'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 18 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, the British Property Federation (BPF) has argued that the development of a larger private rented sector is the answer to the housing affordability problem.

Survey shows investor confidence - buy to let mortgages

Apr 18 2008 12:00AM

Investor confidence among rental sector investors, which may include those with buy to let mortgages, appears much higher than some would suggest, according to the findings of a new poll.

Bank in talks on bond plan - buy to let mortgages

Apr 17 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has been in talks with the government over a possible mortgage market boosting plan, it has been reported.

Now a good time to invest, suggests expert - buy to let mortgages

Apr 17 2008 12:00AM

A property advisor has said that now is a good time for people to be re-entering the property investment market.

Landlords not about to ride off, says McQueen - buy to let mortgages

Apr 16 2008 12:00AM

The changes in capital gains tax (CGT) rules introduced this month do not mean there is about to be a glut of investors selling their property, it has been argued.

Unemployment falls again - buy to let mortgages

Apr 16 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, the level of employment - widely seen as a factor that helps bolster the property market - has risen again.

Inflation rise halted - buy to let mortgages

Apr 15 2008 12:00AM

The latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have revealed that the consumer prices index measure of inflation has remained static in the last month at 2.

Detached house figures may suggest investment potential - buy to let mortgages

Apr 15 2008 12:00AM

New research about detached homes may indicate that their investment potential is high.

Chancellor in mortgage cut plea - buy to let mortgages

Apr 14 2008 12:00AM

Chancellor of the exchequer Alistair Darling has urged banks to lower mortgage rates in line with the interest rate cut made by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee.

HMO licensing ''will not affect average investors'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 14 2008 12:00AM

Most investors will not be affected by new restrictions on the licensing of houses of multiple occupation (HMOs) in some towns, the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla) has said.

Opportunities for buy to let ''still out there''

Apr 11 2008 12:00AM

There are still many opportunities for buy to let in the market at present, it has been reported.

Home sellers ''prefer to rent'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 11 2008 12:00AM

An increasing number of people selling their homes are deciding to rent rather than buy another house, it has been suggested.

Rental market boosted by new rail service - buy to let mortgages

Apr 10 2008 12:00AM

A town in Wales has reported a major upsurge in activity in the local rental lettings market following the restoration of a commuter rail service to Cardiff.

AMI pleased with mortgage pledge - buy to let mortgages

Apr 10 2008 12:00AM

The Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI) has given a warm welcome to the announcement by the Treasury of the establishment of the Mortgage Finance Working Group, which will seek to find ways to reignite the flagging mortgage market.

CBI in rate cut plea - buy to let mortgages

Apr 9 2008 12:00AM

The director general of the Confederation of British Industry (CBI), Richard Lambert, has argued the Bank of England should have enough scope to cut interest rates tomorrow without there being a major risk of rising inflation.

West Midlands investors advised not to panic - buy to let mortgages

Apr 9 2008 12:00AM

Those investing in property in the west Midlands have been advised not to panic following the publication of statistics indicating that the region had seen the highest fall in house prices of any UK region last month.

NAEA in mortgage rate cut plea - buy to let mortgages

Apr 8 2008 12:00AM

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has called for the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to announce an interest rate cut on Thursday.

House prices fall again - buy to let mortgages

Apr 8 2008 12:00AM

The latest house price figures from Halifax have revealed a drop in house prices of 2.

Poll tips rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Apr 7 2008 12:00AM

A new survey has shown that the majority of financial institutions in the UK believe the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) will lower interest rates this week.

Landlords ''happy with deposit protection scheme'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 7 2008 12:00AM

Residential landlords - which may include those with buy to let mortgages - are usually very happy with the tenancy deposit protection laws introduced a year ago, it has been stated.

Buy-to-let sales ''cannot be guessed'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 4 2008 12:00AM

It has been suggested that it is difficult to estimate how many long-term buy to let investors, some of whom may have buy to let mortgages, may have plans to sell some or all of their portfolios when the new capital gains tax rules come into force next week.

April cut ''to be followed by two more'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 4 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) will not just cut interest rates next week but also do so twice after that, an economist has predicted.

Gradual rate cuts the way forward, says MPC member - buy to let mortgages

Apr 3 2008 12:00AM

A member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has said that interest rates should go on being lowered, but at a gentle rate.

Buy to let investors ''prefer variable deals'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 3 2008 12:00AM

Investors in the residential letting industry tend to prefer their buy to let mortgages to be variable or tracker deals that can take advantages of falling interest rates, new research has found.

Tax change may see rush of bargains - buy to let mortgages

Apr 2 2008 12:00AM

Those thinking of taking out buy to let mortgages could be able to use such products to buy bargain properties when new capital gains tax rules come into effect this month.

"Bouyant" two years predicted for rental market - buy to let mortgages

Apr 2 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages are set to enjoy a strong market over the next two years, an expert has predicted.

Landlords ''see higher returns'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 1 2008 12:00AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages saw returns from their housing investment rise during the first quarter of the year, according to the Association of Residential Letting Agents (Arla).

University towns ''offer buy-to-let opportunities'' - buy to let mortgages

Apr 1 2008 12:00AM

University towns in the UK such as Cambridge and Belfast may offer prime buy-to-let opportunities, it has been claimed.

Investors ''need to do research'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 31 2008 12:00AM

Those who are thinking of investing in property should ensure they research the market they are buying in, according to one expert.

Bucks residents have highest quality of life, survey says - buy to let mortgages

Mar 31 2008 12:00AM

The majority of householders in Buckinghamshire own the property where they live, a new survey has found.

New buy to let opportunity may emerge in Bury - buy to let mortgages

Mar 28 2008 12:00AM

New opportunities for investors taking out buy to let mortgages may emerge in the town of Bury, Greater Manchester, with the news that new residential developments are to take place there.

Nationwide in base rate cut prediction - buy to let mortgages

Mar 28 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) is likely to cut the base rate next month, Nationwide Building Society has predicted.

Cut rates faster, urges former MPC member - buy to let mortgages

Mar 27 2008 12:00AM

A former member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has said the body is not cutting rates as quickly as it should.

Derbyshire prices may create landlord opportunity - buy to let mortgages

Mar 27 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages may be able to fill a gap in the market in Derbyshire opened up by the inability of young people to get on the housing ladder in rural areas.

Interest-only mortgages "perfectly rational" - buy to let mortgages

Mar 26 2008 12:00AM

The use of interest-only mortgages for buying property has partly increased due to the rising level of buy to let investment, the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML) has stated.

Buy to let ''to remain sound investment'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 26 2008 12:00AM

Investors with buy to let mortgages are still involved in an industry which represents a solid investment, Birmingham Midshires Building Society has said.

Further action urged on empty homes - buy to let mortgages

Mar 25 2008 12:00AM

The government has been urged to do more to bring empty properties back into use, following the announcement by the Department for Communities and Local Government (DCLG) that changes to empty property relief will come into force next month.

CBI tips three rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Mar 25 2008 12:00AM

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has forecast that the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) will reduce the base rate three times between now and early 2009.

House prices ''will continue to be supported'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 20 2008 12:00AM

House prices will continue to be supported by a variety of factors this year, according to the Council of Mortgage Lenders (CML).

UK unlikely to face recession, expert says - buy to let mortgages

Mar 20 2008 12:00AM

A property expert has claimed that a recession is unlikely to take place in the UK in the near future.

Bank voted 7-2 to hold rates - buy to let mortgages

Mar 19 2008 12:00AM

In news which may be of interest to holders of buy to let mortgages, minutes published today by the Bank of England today have shown that the vote to maintain interest rates at 5.

"Strong case" for property investment - buy to let mortgages

Mar 19 2008 12:00AM

Despite the current uncertain financial climate, those who choose to invest in property are wise to do so, it has been suggested.

Most affordable locations revealed - buy to let mortgages

Mar 18 2008 12:00AM

The most affordable streets in England and Wales have been revealed, following an analysis of Land Registry figures, in news which may be of interest to holders of buy to let mortgages.

Investors ''may have to be more selective'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 18 2008 12:00AM

Although there are reports of the buy to let market suffering a downturn, a savvy investor may still be able to make a profit if they choose wisely, it has been suggested.

Buy to let mortgage deals ''still out there'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 17 2008 12:00AM

There are still some deals available for holders of buy to let mortgages who are looking for financing to add to their portfolios, it has been claimed.

Investors ''plan to add to portfolios'' - buy to let mortgages

Mar 17 2008 12:00AM

The softening of house prices has created some prime opportunities for investors with buy to let mortgages to add to their existing portfolios, it has been suggested.

Property investors in positive response to debate - buy to let mortgages

Mar 14 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, it has been noted that the majority of investors who attended a debate on the future of the sector said they were planning to increase their portfolios in 2008.

Inflation prediction up - buy to let mortgages

Mar 14 2008 12:00AM

A new survey by the Bank of England has revealed a rise in median expectations about the likely rate of consumer prices index (CPI) inflation this year.

Lack of stamp duty change may help rental sector - buy to let mortgages

Mar 13 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages may be among the beneficiaries of the absence of major changes to stamp duty in yesterday's Budget.

NLA welcomes CGT plan - buy to let mortgages

Mar 13 2008 12:00AM

In news that may please those with buy to let mortgages, the National Landlords' Association (NLA) has welcomed the fact that the government plans for reforming capital gains tax (CGT) are to go ahead.

Experts back buy to let - buy to let mortgages

Mar 12 2008 12:00AM

Experts debating the future of the buy to let market in the UK have given an upbeat assessment about its prospects, despite the credit crunch.

London property optimism rises - buy to let mortgages

Mar 12 2008 12:00AM

A new survey has revealed that optimism over residential property investment in London has risen since the fourth quarter of 2007, news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages.

Residential mortgages slump may help rental sector - buy to let mortgages

Mar 11 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages may find demand for the property in their portfolios rising even higher as a result of new figures which show that residential mortgage lending has fallen again.

Rental rates show increase - buy to let mortgages

Mar 11 2008 12:00AM

The level of weighted rental return in buy to let rents has increased in the last three months, a new survey has found, news which may interest those looking to take out buy to let mortgages.

Builder in new rate cut call - buy to let mortgages

Mar 10 2008 12:00AM

House building firm Bovis has called on the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to reduce the base rate from its present 5.

Residential lettings sector in boost - buy to let mortgages

Mar 10 2008 12:00AM

New research has indicated that residential lettings in Britain have gone up by over a fifth in the last year.

Include buy to let in kitemark, says AMI - buy to let mortgages

Mar 7 2008 12:00AM

Buy to let mortgages should be included alongside prime mortgages if the government introduces a kitemarking system to grade the risk level of home loans, the Association of Mortgage Intermediaries (AMI) has said.

Buy to let ''unaffected'' by rate decision - buy to let mortgages

Mar 7 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages will not be affected by yesterday's decision by the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to hold the base rate at 5.

Buy to let tenancies rise - buy to let mortgages

Mar 6 2008 12:00AM

New figures have shown that the number of buy to let tenancies rose last month.

MPC holds base rate - buy to let mortgages

Mar 6 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's base rate is to be held at 5.

RBS tips May rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Mar 5 2008 12:00AM

The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) has forecast that there will be another base rate cut to come - although it will not take place this week.

Keep buy to let long-term, urges expert - buy to let mortgages

Mar 5 2008 12:00AM

An expert on property investment has issued a list of do's and don'ts over buy to let property, which includes a strong recommendation that such commitments are made for the long term.

March rate cut prediction made - buy to let mortgages

Mar 4 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has been tipped to break with common practice and cut the base rate when it meets later this week.

First-time buyer fears may benefit landlords - buy to let mortgages

Mar 4 2008 12:00AM

A new survey has suggested that potential first-time buyers may be more likely to stay off the housing ladder due to fears about the housing market, with more of them living in rented accommodation instead.

BCC in back-to-back rate cut call - buy to let mortgages

Mar 3 2008 12:00AM

The British Chambers of Commerce (BCC) has called for the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to reduce the base rate to five per cent at its monthly meeting next week, arguing that the economic outlook is sufficiently changed since the February meeting to justify such a move.

Larger portfolios ''advantageous for further investment - buy to let mortgages

Mar 3 2008 12:00AM

Landlords with larger portfolios find themselves getting more favourable treatment from landlords when it comes to getting buy to let mortgages for further purchases, a representative of independent financial advisory firm has said.

No change in base rate, economists predict - buy to let mortgages

Feb 29 2008 12:00AM

Eight economists and financial institutions have unanimously forecast no change in interest rates at the next Bank of England monetary policy committee (MPC) meeting.

Balance the key to profit, says expert - buy to let mortgages

Feb 29 2008 12:00AM

Those with high-end buy to let mortgages need to strike a close balance between their rental income and the mortgage they are paying in order to maximise profits, an expert has stated.

NLA launches in Scotland - buy to let mortgages

Feb 28 2008 12:00AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has expanded its operations by launching its own Scottish branch, something which may interest those with buy to let mortgages in Scotland.

Base rate to fall to 4% says economist - buy to let mortgages

Feb 28 2008 12:00AM

An economist has predicted that the current round of interest rate reductions will continue until the base rate reached four per cent.

Renters expect not to buy - buy to let mortgages

Feb 27 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest investors with buy to let mortgages, a new survey has found that nearly half of people who do not own their homes expect they will never get on the housing ladder.

Investor demand ''as high as ever'' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 27 2008 12:00AM

The head of a property investor show - which may attract those with buy to let mortgages looking to expand their portfolios - has claimed the number of people signed up to come to the event is evidence of a continued high level of investor confidence.

Buy to let lending up - buy to let mortgages

Feb 26 2008 12:00AM

The number of buy to let mortgages rose in the second half of 2007, new figures have revealed.

Reading ''growing as buy to let hotspot'' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 26 2008 12:00AM

The Berkshire town of Reading is growing as a landlord's hotspot, it has been claimed, news which may interest those looking to take out buy to let mortgages.

Holders of buy to let mortgages ''opt for fix'' ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 25 2008 12:00AM

The majority of landlords will opt for fixed rates on their buy to let mortgages, according to one expert.

Manchester refurbishment ''offers more office space'' ? buy to let mortgages

Feb 25 2008 12:00AM

One street in Manchester is likely to be of particular interest for those thinking of taking out a commercial buy to let mortgage.

Interest rate prospect uncertain after new sales figures - buy to let mortgages

Feb 22 2008 12:00AM

Interest rate prospect uncertain after new sales figures - buy to let mortgages

The latest high street sales figures have revealed a 0.

Manchester population tipped to soar - buy to let mortgages

Feb 22 2008 12:00AM

The population of the Manchester city region is poised to soar, a property entrepreneur has predicted.

NAEA calls for CGT reform - buy to let mortgages

Feb 21 2008 12:00AM

The National Association of Estate Agents (NAEA) has called for reforms to be made to capital gains tax (CGT) in the budget next month to help buy to let investors.

Newquay ''attracting off-plan investors'' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 21 2008 12:00AM

The recent spate of positive publicity about the town of Newquay in Cornwall has led to a major boom in investment in the popular seaside town, a local estate agent has said.

MPC member calls for property market attention - buy to let mortgages

Feb 20 2008 12:00AM

A member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has said that the body should be ready to do more to help the property market.

MPC unanimous in favour of lower rates - buy to let mortgages

Feb 20 2008 12:00AM

All nine members of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) backed a reduction in the base rate this month, the minutes of the February meeting have revealed.

Buy to let helpline sees surge in calls - buy to let mortgages

Feb 19 2008 12:00AM

More landlords than ever are making use of a helpline designed to provide advice to those with buy to let mortgages and other property owners, the National Landlords Association (NLA) said.

MPC hawk speech seen as doveish - buy to let mortgages

Feb 19 2008 12:00AM

A member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) has delivered a speech widely being regarded as supporting more interest rate cuts.

Economists forecast two rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Feb 18 2008 12:00AM

A poll of economists has found a consensus of expectation that there will be two base rate cuts by September this year, something which may lower the cost of buy to let mortgages.

Brokers ''upbeat about buy to let returns - buy to let mortgages

Feb 18 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, brokers are expecting the industry to go on being successful this year, it has been stated.

Property market ''to start recovering soon'' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 15 2008 12:00AM

The UK property market will begin to bounce back, along with the wider economy, due to the remedial action the Bank of England and the government are starting to take, a banking expert has said.

Boost in buy to let returns - buy to let mortgages

Feb 15 2008 12:00AM

In news which may bolster those with buy to let mortgages, new research has shown that average returns in the industry were up in 2007.

Bank hints at rate cuts to come - buy to let mortgages

Feb 14 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has suggested it is likely to cut the base rate again as it seeks to keep inflation within its target range.

East Manchester plan revised - buy to let mortgages

Feb 14 2008 12:00AM

New East Manchester, the body with responsibility for overseeing the redevelopment of that part of the city, has announced some revisions to the East Manchester Strategic Regeneration Framework, following a consultation exercise.

Buy to let demand rises as owner-occupation falls - buy to let mortgages

Feb 13 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, new figures have shown that owner-occupation in England fell by a record number in 2007.

Buy to let fund to provide tax relief - buy to let mortgages

Feb 13 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those with buy to let mortgages, a new fund has been launched to help landlords save tax on investments situated above commercial premises.

Survey shows major increase in buy to let value - buy to let mortgages

Feb 12 2008 12:00AM

The total value of property held by buy to let landlords increased substantially in the year to November 2007, new research has found.

Inflation rise may not impact on rate policy - buy to let mortgages

Feb 12 2008 12:00AM

The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has revealed that the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) rate of inflation rose from 2.

Call for more rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Feb 11 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has been urged to go further in cutting interest rates following this month's 0.

Buy now, CEBR boss advises - buy to let mortgages

Feb 11 2008 12:00AM

In news which may interest those thinking of taking out buy to let mortgages, the chief executive of the Centre for Economics and Business Research (CEBR), Douglas McWilliams, has recommended investing in the market now.

Bank rejects same-day minutes call - buy to let mortgages

Feb 8 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has rejected a proposal that the minutes of the monetary policy committee (MPC) should be published on the same day as the decision on interest rates is made.

Investors urged to concentrate on trend - buy to let mortgages

Feb 8 2008 12:00AM

Those who hold buy to let mortgages have been urged to concentrate on the trend of interest rate reductions, rather than the size of them.

Base rate to fall ''gradually'' says economist - buy to let mortgages

Feb 7 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England will resist the temptation to make drastic cuts in interest rates in the manner of the US Federal Reserve, an economist has predicted.

Base rate cut to 5.25 per cent - buy to let mortgages

Feb 7 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has announced it is cutting the base rate from 5.

Interest rates tipped to fall to 4% - buy to let mortgages

Feb 6 2008 12:00AM

An economist has forecast that interest rates are set to plunge to four per cent in the first half of next year.

New buy to let trade body formed - buy to let mortgages

Feb 6 2008 12:00AM

In news that may interest those with buy to let mortgages, a number of companies involved in the industry have grouped together to form its first UK trade body.

BPF in residential lettings expansion call - buy to let mortgages

Feb 5 2008 12:00AM

The British Property Federation (BPF) has argued that expanding the private rental sector in Britain is a better way to solve the housing crisis than building more homes to buy.

Two more rate cuts predicted - buy to let mortgages

Feb 5 2008 12:00AM

Halifax has predicted two more interest rate cuts in 2008, which would bring the UK base rate down to five per cent.

Survey shows most economists expect rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Feb 4 2008 12:00AM

A new poll of economists has revealed that nearly all of them anticipate a 0.

Long-term trend puts UK highest for property inflation - buy to let mortgages

Feb 4 2008 12:00AM

A new survey of long-term price trends in residential property has put the UK top of a table of leading industrial nations for price growth.

Poll sees universal expectation of rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Feb 1 2008 12:00AM

The prospect of the cost of buy to let mortgages being reduced may have grown with news that all seven economists polled by Adfero over this month's Bank of England interest rate decision have forecast a 0.

Pension motive ''makes most landlords long-termists'' - buy to let mortgages

Feb 1 2008 12:00AM

Most landlords, some of whom will hold buy to let mortgages, are in the buy to let business for the long term, the editor of a property website has stated.

Buy to let conference announced - buy to let mortgages

Jan 31 2008 12:00AM

A conference has been announced for stakeholders in the buy to let industry which will discuss the future direction of this kind of investment in the light of current economic conditions.

Darling to deliver March 12th budget - buy to let mortgages

Jan 31 2008 12:00AM

The Treasury has announced that chancellor of the exchequer Alistair Darling will deliver his first budget on March 12th.

Housing market accessibility worsens, says Rics - buy to let mortgages

Jan 30 2008 12:00AM

Accessibility to the residential housing market has declined due to a 351 per cent decrease in affordability, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has stated.

Queen reappoints King - buy to let mortgages

Jan 30 2008 12:00AM

The queen will formally reappoint Mervyn King as governor of the Bank of England for a further five years when his current term ends on June 30th 2008, the Treasury has announced.

New tower may provide buy to let properties - buy to let mortgages

Jan 29 2008 12:00AM

A residential tower block in Croydon may provide those seeking buy to let mortgages with an opportunity to invest in new apartments.

House prices show December fall - buy to let mortgages

Jan 29 2008 12:00AM

House prices in England and Wales fell in December, according to new figures from the Land Registry.

MPC dove in rate cuts call - buy to let mortgages

Jan 28 2008 12:00AM

The sole member of the Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) to vote for an interest rate cut in this month's meeting has labelled the present 5.

First-time buyers still struggling to get on ladder - buy to let mortgages

Jan 28 2008 12:00AM

First-time buyers are still finding it difficult to get on the UK housing ladder as new problems emerge, it has been reported.

New developer levy could improve neighbourhoods - buy to let mortgages

Jan 25 2008 12:00AM

Investors taking out buy to let mortgages on new build property could soon find the value of such homes and the level of rents that can be charged on them increasing due to the development of high quality local amenities, thanks to new legislation.

Rates could fall to 4% says economist - buy to let mortgages

Jan 25 2008 12:00AM

An economist has predicted that the Bank of England monetary policy committee (MPC) could be about to bring the base rate down as low as four per cent.

Demand for homes falling, says Rics - buy to let mortgages

Jan 24 2008 12:00AM

Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has said that the homebuilding market has seen a slump in recent months, which has had a knock-on effect on the building of new homes.

Review of private rented sector proposed - buy to let mortgages

Jan 24 2008 12:00AM

Those with buy to let mortgages may find their concerns and problems being given more attention by the government as a result of a freshly announced review of the industry.

Governor raises interest rate cut prospect - buy to let mortgages

Jan 23 2008 12:00AM

Bank of England governor Mervyn King has suggested that the monetary policy committee (MPC) may cut interest rates next month.

MPC in 8-1 rate vote - buy to let mortgages

Jan 23 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England's monetary policy committee (MPC) voted by eight to one to hold the base rate at 5.

Buy to let ''beating the crunch'' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 22 2008 12:00AM

The buy to let mortgage market appears to be withstanding the credit crunch, it has been reported.

Bank should "get on with" rate cuts, says Tesco chief - buy to let mortgages

Jan 22 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England should move ahead with cutting interest rates, the chief executive of Tescos, Sir Terry Leahy, has said.

Hard times ahead forecast for first time buyers - buy to let mortgages

Jan 21 2008 12:00AM

First-time buyers will face a number of new difficulties trying to get on the housing ladder in 2008, an economist has predicted.

Item club forecasts rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Jan 21 2008 12:00AM

Ernst & Young, one of the UK's big four auditors, has forecast that interest rates will be cut up to three times this year.

February rate cut expectations grow with sales data - buy to let mortgages

Jan 18 2008 12:00AM

The latest government figures for retail sales have increased expectations among economists that the Bank of England will cut interest rates next month, a move which may make cut the cost of buy to let mortgages.

East End ''set to benefit'' from Olympics - buy to let mortgages

Jan 17 2008 12:00AM

The property market in the east End of London will be boosted by the hosting of the Olympics in 2012, based on the experience of past host cities, property portal Buy Association has said.

New call for rate cuts - buy to let mortgages

Jan 17 2008 12:00AM

A new call has been made for interest rates to be cut following disappointing retail sales over Christmas.

Unemployment down again - buy to let mortgages

Jan 16 2008 12:00AM

The UK unemployment rate has continued to fall, figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have shown.

Inflation news may seal rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Jan 15 2008 12:00AM

The prospect of an interest rate cut by the Bank of England in February - which may help bring down the cost of buy to let mortgages - may have grown with news that the official inflation rate was unchanged in December 2007.

New development opportunity arising in Gateway - buy to let mortgages

Jan 15 2008 12:00AM

A new residential property development opportunity has been created in part of the Thames Gateway area, which may interest those with buy to let mortgages.

Property values reach £4 trillion - buy to let mortgages

Jan 14 2008 12:00AM

New research by Halifax has shown that the sum value of private residential property in Britain has increased threefold to £4 billion in the last decade.

Survey reveals long-term landlord plans - buy to let mortgages

Jan 14 2008 12:00AM

Most landlords regard buy to let as a profitable way of supplementing their income or planning for the future, with only a small minority engaged in the activity full-time, a new survey has found.

MPs back home improvement tax break - buy to let mortgages

Jan 11 2008 12:00AM

A group of MPs has backed a call for a cut in the level of VAT charged on renovations to homes, which may be good news for those with buy to let mortgages.

Buy to let ''still a good investment'' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 11 2008 12:00AM

Property investment firm Young Group has said that buy to let remains a good investment, provided it is done properly.

NLA in law change call - buy to let mortgages

Jan 10 2008 12:00AM

The National Landlords Association (NLA) has announced that it is calling for the scrapping of the practice where letting agents charge landlords a fee for the renewal of a tenancy when the landlord has been managing the tenancy during the lifetime of the agreement.

Rates kept on hold - buy to let mortgages

Jan 10 2008 12:00AM

The Bank of England has announced that the monetary policy committee (MPC) has decided to hold the base rate at 5.

UK buy to let market future is ''bright'' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 9 2008 12:00AM

Buy to let mortgage holders are likely to enjoy a bright future in Britain, property investment company Zone 4 has predicted.

Poll shows expectation of unchanged base rate - buy to let mortgages

Jan 9 2008 12:00AM

An Adfero poll of senior economists from major UK financial institutions has shown that the majority expect interest rates to remain on hold when the Bank of England monetary policy committee (MPC) announces its decision tomorrow.

Rate cut call follows sales slide - buy to let mortgages

Jan 8 2008 12:00AM

The British Retail Consortium (BRC) has called for a cut in interest rates when the Bank of England monetary policy committee (MPC) meets this week, following the weakest December retail sales figures in three years.

Mortgage cost rise may help landlords - buy to let mortgages

Jan 7 2008 12:00AM

The average mortgage in Britain is now as expensive as it has been in seven years, new figures have revealed.

Buy to let landlords optimistic, poll shows - buy to let mortgages

Jan 7 2008 12:00AM

Buy to let landlords are mainly optimistic about the industry, a new poll has shown.

Signs ''good'' for continued rental demand - buy to let mortgages

Jan 4 2008 12:00AM

The signs for buy to let demand in 2008 appear to be good, a lettings specialist has said.

Credit crunch ''good for buy to let'' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 4 2008 12:00AM

The credit crunch cloud will bring a silver lining for those taking out buy to let mortgages in 2008, it has been suggested.

Factory figures may prompt rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Jan 3 2008 12:00AM

The cost of variable rate buy to let mortgages may fall as a result of a fresh interest rate cut, following the publication of data showing a slowdown in UK manufacturing.

Future is optimistic, says Earley - buy to let mortgages

Jan 3 2008 12:00AM

Present market conditions mean that the buy to let industry will be in a strong position in 2008, Nationwide's chief economist Fionnuala Earley has said.

Repossessions to rise in 2008 - buy to let mortgages

Jan 2 2008 12:00AM

Repossessions will rise from 30,000 in the UK last year to 45,000 this year, the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics) has said.

St Albans ''pricing out first-time buyers'' - buy to let mortgages

Jan 2 2008 12:00AM

House price inflation in St Albans has priced a large number of key workers out of buying a home, a local politician has claimed.

2008 ''could bring cheap property opportunities'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 31 2007 12:00AM

There will be plenty of opportunities to acquire cheap buy to let property during 2008, one mortgage expert has predicted.

Call for more liquidity in 2008 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 31 2007 12:00AM

Mortgage lender Edeus has called on the Bank of England to inject fresh liquidity into the market in order to boost the buy to let industry in 2008, news which may interest those keen to take out buy to let mortgages.

Rate cuts ''to bring stability'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 28 2007 12:00AM

The anticipated cuts to the base rate of interest will stabilise rather than re-igniting the market in 2008, according to the Nationwide building society.

Lending recovers fractionally in December - buy to let mortgages

Dec 28 2007 12:00AM

The number of mortgage approvals seen in November rose slightly in comparison with October figures but remains sharply down year-on-year, according to the British Bankers Association (BBA).

''No mass exit'' from buy to let - buy to let mortgages

Dec 27 2007 12:00AM

The majority of private rented accommodation is in the hands of highly experienced, professional landlords with buy to let mortgages rather than amateur investors, and consequently there is unlikely to be a mass sell-off of such properties in 2008, Hometrack has said.

More first-time buyers being pushed out - buy to let mortgages

Dec 24 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages have enjoyed record levels of demand in 2007 as the number of first time buyers able to purchase properties of their own continued to fall, a new study has implied.

Montrose ''is 2007 property hotspot'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 24 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages who own properties in Montrose have seen the strongest price growth in Britain over the past year, according to a new study from Halifax.

Lenders ''should automatically pass on rate cuts'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 21 2007 12:00AM

Mortgage lenders should immediately transfer the benefits of base rate cuts to their customers rather than delaying or passing on partial cuts, moneysupermarket.

Landlords see void periods fall - buy to let mortgages

Dec 21 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are finding it increasingly easy to fill their properties, a new study from Mortgage Trust suggests.

Assetz confident on investment future - buy to let mortgages

Dec 20 2007 12:00AM

Property investment firm Assetz has expressed its confidence regarding the future of the market for buy to let investors.

Tough challenges ahead for first time buyers - buy to let mortgages

Dec 20 2007 12:00AM

First time buyers face a tough challenge in the coming months as mortgage lenders continue to retract funding offers, it has been suggested.

Bandwagon-jumpers ''will suffer'' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 19 2007 12:00AM

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Bristol ''best place for capital growth in 2007'' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 19 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages in Bristol saw the highest levels of capital growth in 2007, according to a new study from email4property.

New buyer difficulties to continue into 2008 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 18 2007 12:00AM

Connells Survey & Valuation has said that new buyers will continue to find it difficult to get onto the housing ladder next year.

Firm rental growth seen in Q4 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 18 2007 12:00AM

The average rents charged by landlords continued to rise in the fourth quarter, though demand for flats did tail off slightly, according to the latest study from the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (Rics).

Most buy to let properties ''still profitable'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 17 2007 12:00AM

Seventy-seven per cent of landlords have said that they are currently making a profit out of their properties, in spite of recent gloomy pronouncements.

Desire to help new buyers ''is not there'' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 17 2007 12:00AM

Advice website Firstrung has said that one of the key parts of the government's drive to provide more homes to first time buyers will fail because of a lack of enthusiasm on the part of house builders.

Hips hit one and two-bed homes - buy to let mortgages

Dec 14 2007 12:00AM

As of today (December 14th) all homes in England and Wales must have ordered a Home information pack (Hip) prior to being put up for sale, with some suggesting that this requirement may play into the hands of landlords with buy to let mortgages.

Confidence not a problem among landlords - buy to let mortgages

Dec 14 2007 12:00AM

Holders of buy to let mortgages remain optimistic over the future of their sector, according to research from Bradford & Bingley.

Professional tenants the best choice for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Dec 13 2007 12:00AM

Investors with buy to let mortgages should look to let to professional tenants if they want stability and reliability, Property Hawk has said.

Fundamentals strong for landlords in 07 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 13 2007 12:00AM

The fundamentals of the buy to let sector continued to strengthen in 2007, Paragon Mortgages has said, as yields, returns and rents either remained constant or rose during the period.

Serious investors ''can capitalise'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 12 2007 12:00AM

Investors who are intending to purchase more property could look to auctions to get some bargains, it has been suggested.

Investors ''must do their sums'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 12 2007 12:00AM

The Building Societies Association (BSA) has said that landlords with buy to let mortgages still have opportunities to invest in the market but has warned that they must do their research first.

Investor confidence still strong - buy to let mortgages

Dec 11 2007 12:00AM

The Young Group has revealed that landlords with buy to let mortgages remain confident about the future – particularly if the bulk of their portfolio is in London.

House prices rise in October - buy to let mortgages

Dec 11 2007 12:00AM

House prices rose by 0.

University accommodation ''offers high rental yields'' ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 10 2007 12:00AM

Prospective property investors looking for a high yield property should look to university properties as viable buy to let options, according to an industry expert.

Mortgage lenders take action on base rate cut ? buy to let mortgages

Dec 10 2007 12:00AM

The country's leading mortgage lenders have passed on this month's base rate cut to their borrowers, according to reports.

Rates to fall further next year - buy to let mortgages

Dec 7 2007 12:00AM

Market analysts have been revising their interest rate predictions downwards following the Bank of England's first cut in more than two years earlier this week.

Prices still rising says FT - buy to let mortgages

Dec 7 2007 12:00AM

House prices rose by 0.

First time buyers ''face dangerous crossroads'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 6 2007 12:00AM

First time buyers looking to get onto the property ladder now that the housing market is slowing down have been warned that their chances of doing so may have in fact reduced.

Government schemes ''not helping new buyers'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 6 2007 12:00AM

Take-up of government shared ownership schemes has remained relatively low despite such initiatives becoming increasingly well-known, and new research from the Building Societies Association (BSA) has suggested why this might be the case.

Bank decides upon rate cut - buy to let mortgages

Dec 6 2007 12:00AM

Borrowers with buy to let mortgages have received a welcome boost today following the Bank of England's decision to cut interest rates to 5.

Remortgaging becoming more popular - buy to let mortgages

Dec 5 2007 12:00AM

A desire to increase borrowing levels in order to finance either an expensive purchase, home improvements or to consolidate debts is partly behind a sharp rise in the popularity of remortgaging in recent years, it has been suggested.

''Strong buy to let activity'' predicted for 2008 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 4 2007 12:00AM

Property for Life has said that it expects serious investors to continue to remain active in the buy to let market next year.

Couples still top priority for landlords - buy to let mortgages

Dec 4 2007 12:00AM

Landlords still focus the bulk of their attention on letting to couples and singletons, according to a new study from Mortgage Trust, despite more unusual tenants gaining in importance.

Prices ''to rise by 2%'' in 2008 - buy to let mortgages

Dec 3 2007 12:00AM

House prices will soften but continue to rise next year as the market battles with a variety of external forces, Spicerhaart Financial Services has suggested.

Private sector ''set for strong future'' - buy to let mortgages

Dec 3 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are set to see healthy property price growth rates over the next decade due to the escalating size of the UK population, according to zone4property.

Returns up as tenant demand strengthens - buy to let mortgages

Nov 30 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages have seen average rental incomes reach a record high in October, according to Paragon.

Investors ''increasingly confident'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 30 2007 12:00AM

Three quarters of investors believe that now is a good time to purchase property to let out, according to the latest research from Property for Life.

Long-term landlords to benefit - buy to let mortgages

Nov 29 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are still able to make money in the sector providing they stick with it for the long term, Imagine Homes has said.

Borrowers ''should pay attention to fees'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 29 2007 12:00AM

Borrowers, including those with buy to let mortgages, should make sure that they pay attention to mortgage fees when choosing their deal, Moneysupermarket.

Welsh landlords see strongest October growth - buy to let mortgages

Nov 28 2007 12:00AM

The Land Registry has revealed that landlords with buy to let mortgages who let out properties in Wales saw the strongest house price growth in October.

Government intervention ''needed'' for FTBs - buy to let mortgages

Nov 28 2007 12:00AM

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Energy efficient changes could help landlords ? buy to let mortgages

Nov 27 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages are ahead of the field when it comes to making environmentally-friendly alterations to their property, it has been suggested.

Tenant demand boosting buy-to-let - buy to let mortgages

Nov 26 2007 12:00AM

The demand for private rented property is still strong, the latest study from the Association of Residential Lettings Agents (Arla) has reported, with supply shortages especially notable in London and the south-east.

Most graduates ''unable to afford property'' ? buy to let mortgages

Nov 26 2007 12:00AM

Just 44 per cent of Britons who have graduated within the last ten years have been able to buy a home of their own in that time, Scottish Widows has said.

Midlanders ''becoming more interested in investing'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 23 2007 12:00AM

There may soon be an increase in the number of Midlanders taking out buy to let mortgages if the results of a new study from Property for Life are anything to go by.

Regional bodies failing to address affordability issues - buy to let mortgages

Nov 22 2007 12:00AM

Few regions have investigated the need for housing in their local areas, a new report has claimed, with proposed levels of investment likely to lead to housing shortfalls as a result.

Economies of scale to help bigger landlords - buy to let mortgages

Nov 21 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with larger portfolios are better-positioned than their more casual counterparts in the current market conditions, it has been suggested.

First-time buyers ''will still struggle'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 20 2007 12:00AM

Buyers looking to enter the housing market will still find it difficult to do so even if there is a major price correction, Firstrung has said.

Prices stabilise in October - buy to let mortgages

Nov 20 2007 12:00AM

House prices stabilised in October following a sharp drop in September, Assetz has said.

Digital switchover set to cause problems - buy to let mortgages

Nov 19 2007 12:00AM

Under a third of landlords are aware of the fact that they may need to replace the televisions in their properties in preparation for the digital TV switchover, the National Landlords Association has said.

London best place for investors - buy to let mortgages

Nov 19 2007 12:00AM

The latest house price index from Rightmove has revealed that London remains one of the most attractive areas of the UK for landlords with buy to let mortgages looking for strong returns on their investment.

Buyers not put off by Christmas rush - buy to let mortgages

Nov 16 2007 12:00AM

Despite many Britons' thoughts turning to family matters towards the end of the year, a sizeable proportion of property sales activity is still conducted in the 12-week build up to Christmas, Alliance & Leicester Mortgages has said.

Buy-to-let demand ''to strengthen'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 16 2007 12:00AM

The buy-to-let sector will remain buoyant in 2008 as rental demand increases once again, it has been suggested.

Auctions ''offering ideal buy-to-let properties'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 15 2007 12:00AM

A rise in the number of repossessions seen across the UK could provide opportunities for buy-to-let investors, CityWire has suggested.

Investment opportunities opening up in south-east - buy to let mortgages

Nov 15 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages could profit from developer offers that are materialising in London and the south-east of the country, 1st Property Investment has said.

Investors on bargain hunt ? buy to let mortgages

Nov 14 2007 12:00AM

Buy to let investors will be keeping their eyes peeled for bargains in the coming months.

Tenants getting a better deal ? buy to let mortgages

Nov 14 2007 12:00AM

People living in rented accommodation are seeing the gap between themselves and homeowners close.

Landlords to capitalise on ''win-win situation'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 13 2007 12:00AM

A significant proportion of buy to let investors stand to gain from market movements in coming months, irrespective of whether there is a recovery or a continued slowdown, the Landlord Association has suggested.

Long-term investors ''to benefit from crunch'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 13 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages who have taken a long-term view of the market may end up benefiting from the credit crunch as hasty buyers are forced out of the sector.

Prices rise in September - buy to let mortgages

Nov 12 2007 12:00AM

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HMO regulations ''should be reformed'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 12 2007 12:00AM

Regulations regarding licence fees for Houses in Multiple Occupancy (HMOs) should be altered so that they are more consistent, Heritable Bank has said.

Equity release ''a small sector of the market'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 9 2007 12:00AM

The market for equity release is still relatively small despite having increased over the past few years, Savills has said.

London market ''will remain strong'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 9 2007 12:00AM

The London lettings market will continue to attract increased levels of investment as well as greater demand from prospective tenants in the future, the National Landlords Association (NLA) has said.

25% of landlords to increase portfolio - Buy to let mortgages

Nov 8 2007 12:00AM

A quarter of landlords are planning to add further properties to their portfolios over the next five years, a new survey has found.

Average buy to let deposit now £65,600 - Buy to let mortgages

Nov 8 2007 12:00AM

Huge rises in house prices over the last ten years mean that the average deposit needed on a buy to let property is a massive £65,600, new research indicates.

Buy to let ''should come with warnings'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 7 2007 12:00AM

A law firm has said that buy to let mortgages should have warnings similar to those for investment products.

Many unaware of property flood risk - buy to let mortgages

Nov 7 2007 12:00AM

Millions of homeowners are unaware of the flood risks that threaten their properties, according to new research.

Landlords ''must be realistic'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 6 2007 12:00AM

Landlords with buy to let mortgages and the market as a whole should be realistic in their views of the housing market for next year, the Intermediary Mortgage Lenders Association (IMLA) has said.

Credit crunch ''will help buy to let'' - buy to let mortgages

Nov 6 2007 12:00AM

Buy to let investors will benefit in the coming months as more residential borrowers find themselves unable to secure a mortgage and hence forced to stay in the residential sector.

Equity release on the increase - buy to let mortgages

Nov 5 2007 12:00AM

Equity release, a common source of income for some landlords with buy to let mortgages, has become more popular over the past quarter despite the uncertainty seen in the world's financial markets.