This blog follows the property market in Northampton with a particular emphasis on buy-to-let. On here you'll find general commentary about the market, plus properties that may represent decent buys. I own a large estate agency in Northampton and am myself a landlord with an established portfolio. If you're looking to invest, but are unsure what will work best, I'm happy to offer a (free) second opinion. If you have a property to sell I can help with that too! Email richard.baker@belvoir.co.uk

Friday 27 January 2012

NOW SOLD 6-7% yield - Good Area - Safe Bet - £85k purchase

Things keep popping up at the moment. This offers a decent yield, but is in a good area - you're not having to go into the poorer areas of town on this occasion. 
  • It's a compact 'starter home' - small, but for type of thing for which there is always good rental demand.
  • It seems to be in good order too - it's likely that the required spend to get it tenanted will be minimal.
  • Just advertised with an agent at £85k - this isn't bad money, but clearly you'll be trying to get that down a little bit.
  • Expect it to tenant for a minimum of £425PCM - in the current market I'd actually expect you to achieve £450PCM, but always do your figures on the worst case scenario. 
  • This is a good bet for a long term rental property - it isn't one to 'flip' and make money out of. You're spending under £100k, AND getting a decent yield, AND getting a decent area.
  • richard.baker@belvoirlettings.com if this interests you.
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