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Buy to let

I have some money saved (although not much)which I want to put into buy to let properties. I don’t want a high mortgage and want to make a good return each month. Can you tell me what Websites advertise repossessed home? How do I know that a house is being repossessed?

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  • hazyjo
    hazyjo Posts: 15,475 Forumite
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    You really think that's good timing?! What other investments have you considered? Why do you think BTL will be a good idea?

    There are no sites advertising repossessed properties. They'll be on RM along with all others. Look within your price range and buy accordingly. That may or not be a repo.
    2024 wins: *must start comping again!*
  • dimbo61
    dimbo61 Posts: 13,727 Forumite
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    A repo might be a terrible BTL property.
    Wrong location, wrong layout, No parking, poor layout, 
    Poor construction, and EPC rating of F or G.
    You have much to learn first
  • Don't forget it's a massive industry like any other. You will be up against seasoned investors who can get repairs done cheaper, quicker and probably better than you, increasing value to the property from when they buy it. They will also see risks that you won't. They will have a big competitive advantage over you. It's not easy money. Best buy a property from an average seller in good condition.
  • Murphybear
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    There are loads of sites that have tenanted properties for sale.  Far more landlords looking to sell rather than buy.   I have no idea how the CV will affect this though. 
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