The growth of buy-to-let

Thomas, Rob

The growth of buy-to-let - 2006 - Housing Finance (09) September 2006 .

Discusses the growth of the private rented sector following the introduction of the buy-to-let mortgage scheme in 1996. Suggests that demographic and lifestyle factors have increased the demand for the flexibility which private rented accommodation can offer. Highlights the concern that increasing regulation may cause problems for landlords, most of whom are small businesses and therefore have limited resources to keep up with new regulations.


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