I have seven buy-to-lets and want to invest in more, can I do it?

I would like to remortgage either some or all of them to raise some further cash to invest in buying two more properties. I know that there are lots of changes going on for landlords at the moment though and I'm confused about whether to buy the new properties in a company

I am a small scale private landlord with two buy-to-lets which I bought to supplement my income in retirement and they have done that nicely so far. 
How should I prepare for the tax changes?

A quarter of properties snapped up by buyers in the summer were either as a buy-to-let investment or a second home, according to taxman statistics revealed today.

Buy-to-let income map: Leeds postcode top for rental returns

Landlords in parts of Leeds could earn higher returns than anywhere else in the country, with a combination of affordable properties and decent rental income netting them an almost 11 per cent yield. That compares to a potential rental return before costs of just under 3 per cent across London.

Buy-to-let mortgage tax change will push 440,000 landlords to 40% tax

Britain's landlords face tough choices as the Government's decision to limit mortgage tax relief on buy-to-let will force 440,000 into a higher income tax bracket. The addition of rental revenue to their normal income before their tax rate is calculated will push hundreds of thousands of people into a higher tax bracket.

Taxman: Hector the taxman from the HMRC wants to know how much money you make from buy-to-let

The taxman will want to know about any buy-to-let returns you make. If you don't declare your income properly or capital gains when you sell, you could be in trouble.

The Government is cracking down on landlords and many face having to sell up but one expert believes he's found a way to get round sharply rising costs.

Average home adds £3k of value in a month as prices says ONS

A typical property in Britain added £3k in value in August alone despite worries over the potential impact of the EU referendum vote, data from the Office for National Statistics shows this morning. The average home now sits at £219k, £17k more than the same month last year with annual price inflation rising 8.4 per cent, a nudge higher than what was recorded in July.

Landlords campaigning against the hacking back of mortgage tax relief were dealt a bitter blow today, as their case led by Cherie Blair QC was refused its next step.

I've just remortgaged one of my buy-to-let properties with The Mortgage Works who told me my rent now needs to cover my mortgage by an extra 45 per cent. 

Brexit, extra stamp duty, the prospect of less tax relief and tougher mortgage lending criteria have all failed to deter landlords from investing in buy-to-let, figures appear to show.

Most lenders do not allow landlords to let their properties to a close family member because they fear it is more difficult to evict a family member who fails to pay rent. But this new deal does.

From energy healers to ex-soldiers, we reveal property investors housing generation rent

An Englishman's home is his castle, except sometimes, it's not his castle, it's his landlord's castle.   One in five families living in the UK now rents their home - and the number is rising. But who are Britain's landlords and how do they invest? We talk to some of those helping to house generation rent.

Britain's landlords, much-maligned for allegedly 'stealing' homes from our nation's would-be first-time buyers, have now discovered a loophole to avoid rising taxes.

Students now face paying £27,000 in tuition fees for a three year degree but with house prices still climbing, investing in student digs could cover the cost.

Mortgage lenders are slicing percentage points of their buy-to-let mortgage rates in a bid to woo landlords purchasing new properties through their doors. 

There has been a sharp rise in buy-to-let landlords using holiday lettings websites such as Airbnb to list their properties, new research claims.

Ten tips for buy-to-let

For many buy-to-let looks an attractive income investment in a time of low rates and stock market volatility. Climbing house prices, rising rents and improving mortgage deals are tempting investors - although they will need a big deposit. Read This is Money's top ten buy-to-let tips

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In the same week as the holy grail of savings accounts, Santander's 123 account halved its rate to 1.5 per cent, research suggests landlords can earn returns up to 6.9 per cent. A combination of low property prices and strong demand for rental accommodation in student cities in the north of England means landlords are raking in almost 7 per cent a year. But experts have warned that it's not a get rich quick scheme. Letting property requires knowledge and understanding of local markets, tenant demands and the laws that govern rental provision.

A friend and I bought a property ten years ago when we first moved to London for work and now we're selling - how should we split the proceeds when we put in different deposits?

OneSavings said that since the UK's decision to leave the EU, it had increased its focus on professional buy-to-let investors as they are 'better positioned to withstand market volatility'.

Could you pay for your retirement by buying homes for students?

Figures tracking student buy-to-let properties across the UK show that in fact returns of 6 per cent or more are common. Sunderland is top of the pile, with landlords making 10.6 per cent on average, according to expert firm Property Partners. So for every £1,000 you put into a property to buy it, you'll get back an extra £106 each year in rent.

Brexit worries coupled with a summer holiday slowdown saw the average asking price fall by £3,602 in August, as questions hang over the housing market.

Coventry Building Society has scrapped a mortgage for families over fears that they'll be hit by the 3 per cent second home tax. The deal allowed borrowers to add a parent's income to their application.

Rightmove and Zoopla allow landlords to list properties on their site for free

For the first time ever landlords can list their properties to rent on both Zoopla and Rightmove without paying up front fees. LetMe, an online lettings agent, has just launched a service giving landlords the option of paying no fees at the outset, receiving 12 months rent in advance and having a guarantee that the condition of their property on the tenant's departure will be equal to the condition at the start of the tenancy. It includes listing as many properties as they like for no charge on both major property portals with LetMe claiming the overall deal is 'free'.

Around 1.5 million borrowers stand the chance to save money on their mortgage after the Bank of England cut the base rate a quarter of a per cent to 0.25 per cent.

Selling a home could come in for more tax scrutiny after a report from the National Audit Office warned it is worried about the abuse of tax relief given to homeowners.

Can house prices keep rising and how can people afford to buy in London? Watch the Property Show

Declining ownership is seen as another sign of property market in crisis, but is this true? Ed Mead, of estate agents Douglas and Gordon, joins the Property Show, to look at the state of the market and whether prices will keep rising. And as an experienced agent he also answers the question many of us will have asked: 'How on earth do people afford London homes?'

Buying agents and the shadowy new world of hush hush home sales

Most homeowners rely on an estate agent to buy or sell a property, but now many seeking privacy are turning to a new kind of ultra-discreet professional. Increasing numbers of properties are being bought 'off market' without the traditional for-sale board or advertising. Buying and selling this way, using a 'buying agent' used to be the preserve of the rich and famous.

Declining ownership is seen as another sign of property market in crisis, but is this true? Estate agent Ed Mead takes a look and reveals what's going on with house prices.

The Taxpayers' Alliance claims the 3 per cent additional stamp duty for buy-to-let and second homes hike will drive up rents for tenants as investors pass on costs.

Banks suspend large deals for landlords to stop borrowers slipping into negative equity

Buy-to-let lenders are temporarily pulling loans for borrowers with small deposits until the dust from the Brexit vote settles. They are doing this to stop landlords slipping into negative equity if house prices fall - something on which experts are divided.

Landlords have admitted they may pull the plug on renting to those in retirement just as lenders have begun to make it easier for older borrowers to get a mortgage.

Buy-to-let landlords are finding ways to maximise rental income and improve profitability despite these headwinds - by converting family homes into shared accommodation.

What you must know about new stamp duty on buy-to-let and second homes

Buy-to-let landlords are set to be hit with more costs from April when an extra 3 per cent stamp duty charge is introduced. The change will add thousands to property purchases whether you are an individual landlord or a company. We outline the major changes to look out for.

More than 6,000 buy-to-let landlords will win back an average of £4,400 thanks to a Court of Appeal victory over West Brom building society after it tried to rip up the rules of their tracker mortgages.

Britain is a nation obsessed with bricks and mortar but mortgage advisers have warned those thinking of investing in buy-to-let are facing headwinds that will only get worse.

Tax on buy-to-let and how to cut your bill

The taxman will want to know about any buy-to-let returns you make. If you don't declare your income properly or capital gains when you sell, you could be in trouble. We run through the taxes associated with buy-to-let. Some of these taxes and allowances have changed, so make sure you are up-to-date with them.

How buy-to-let mortgages work and how to get the best deals

Buy-to-let has become big business as Britain's small army of property investors ploughed their savings into homes to deliver both income and growth. Buy-to-let mortgages are generally interest-only, require larger deposits and need rent to comfortably more than cover payments. We explain more in our guide.

Avoid the buy-to-let mistakes that mean your investment might not pay off

Those considering investing in buy-to-let - or hoping to improve the returns on their existing properties - need to make sure they aren't making common mistakes. We outline the classic errors to avoid to make sure you get the best from buy-to-let - and how to look after your tenants so they look after you.

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