Is there real money to be made in buy-to-let?

This is a great question that we get asked all the time. In short the answer is YES.

A well researched dive into the property market can provide reasonable returns for the savvy investor.

At More Estate Agents in Colchester we get asked all the time what properties investors should buy to get the best returns. We are always happy to provide unbiased advice on any property an investor is looking to buy.

Successfully investing requires good research, timing and good property selection. It helps if you have a plan and stick to it, do not be drawn by personal emotions, remember it is a business.

You need to decided whether you are investing for short term gain i.e. profit from the rental or whether it is the long term capital gain you are looking for. In some cases you may be able to benefit from both.

Generally, most investors will be looking for yields upwards of 5%. In most cases the best returns are made over a number of years, it really should be a 5+ year plan, with 10-15+ years providing the best capital gains.

Check out our full article - Is there real money to be made in buy-to-let? for more information on this subject.