Landlord confidence provides alternative option for first time buyers

31-May-2007

First time buyers looking for an affordable way to get onto the housing ladder could be considering entering into the buy-to-let market in more affordable regions after a new survey demonstrated the strength of landlord confidence.

The study from Bradford & Bingley found that the vast majority of landlords were positive over future prospects, with 96 per cent expecting rent levels to increase or remain constant through the next six months.

Similarly, low tenant demand and the possibility of lower rental yields were not seen as an issue by 96 per cent of respondents.

"Significantly, even those who have been landlords for under four years believe the sector remains strong, with many planning on expanding their portfolios," Mr Wiggans added.

Around 25 per cent of buy-to-let investors over the past two years have experienced a 30 per cent return on investment, according to recent figures from Alliance and Leicester.

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