Number of UK buy-to-let landlords has increased by 49% in five years

Number of UK buy-to-let landlords has increased by 49% in five years

The number of UK buy-to-let landlords has risen 49% in the last five years to an all-time high of 2.7 million, research from Ludlow Thompson estate agents found. (Please click or tap the picture to find out more)

The residential market has stayed relatively strong during the coronavirus pandemic, though the commercial property market has fared poorly, as 54% of tenants have held discussions with their landlords about taking a rent holiday.
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Source: Property Wire



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