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Landlords - IO or Repayment?

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Hi


What's the best option for landlords to take and the advantages / disadvantages of each approach?


My thinking was it was best to do a Repayment so that once its paid off you can use the whole amount of rent as additional income?


However, if you are not entirely sure if you intend on keeping the property or selling it in 5-10 years then which is the best / most efficient approach to take?


Thanks
S
Scoops :)

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  • amnblog
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    Most landlords select interest only but this depends on your objectives, your income need, and your tax status.


    Best discussed with an Accountant.
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  • ACG
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    Similar thread going on at the minute - https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/5200038
    I am a Mortgage Adviser
    You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a mortgage adviser, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Mortgage Adviser Code of Conduct. Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as financial advice.
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