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Buy To Let: The Keysteps Series (Paperback)

by Stuart Powers (Author)
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  • Paperback
  • Publisher: Stewart Ross Publishers Ltd; 2nd Revised edition edition (Jun 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0953756327
  • ISBN-13: 978-0953756322
  • Product Dimensions: 14.2 x 10.4 x 0.6 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
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The idea of "Buy to Let" may have attracted your interest because of concern about your pension or as a way of investing.

Whatever the reasons, "Buy to Let" by Stuart Powers will help you to decide if it is for you.

Stuart starts by clearly explaining the key steps you would need to take in order to be successful in buying and letting residential property.

He then focuses on five key issues that really matter, ranging from estimating likely profits through to selecting an agent and taxation of profits.

Finally he looks at how to avoid the most common pitfalls, such as disputes with tenants about the deposit and minimising gaps between tenants. --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Crammed full of common sense advice, 6 Feb 2002
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This review is from: Buy to Let: The Key Steps (Keysteps) (Paperback)
This book reminds me of the "Primers" in note form that got me through my exams in my youth.

I read it in just over an hour and was very impressed by the amount of common sense it crammed in - without having to wade through War and Peace to find it.

It starts by showing why, in general, it makes for better business sense to buy flats to rent rather than houses (25% better returns and less hassle) unless you go into furnished bedsits.

It then goes on to pick out a wide range of equally important aspects in the areas of : how much involvement you want personally, what types of tenant you should concentrate on and what location to buy in.

The book then dwells on the things that an experienced landlord might well find obvious - but for a beginner are absolutely essential if they are to make a success of it - including buying your first property, estimating the likely profit, minimising the risk, selecting an agent, taxation of profit, raising a loan.

The section on "Choosing a property - points to be aware of" and "What you should be aware of in regard to location" contained some crucial points that could save a fortune.

I also like the emphasis on "Cutting down gaps between tenants" - another crucial area that is so important in long term profitability and the use of Case Studies as examples.

As a book obviously targeted to help people with no knowledge of the topic who quickly wish to get at the essentials - it has succeeded brilliantly though a bit more information on finances would be useful.

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57 of 58 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Concise introduction to buying to let in note form-excellent, 8 Nov 2001
This review is from: Buy to Let: The Key Steps (Keysteps) (Paperback)
This booklet gives the essential facts necessary to start in the buy to let business. It covers most topics including choosing and buying a property, working out the financial aspects,letting agents and the most common problems encountered. The first section is good on returns for various property types, amount of personal involvement you are prepared for and the way various types effect income and expenditure. Each section of the book is followed by a case history chosen to reinforce the guidelines given in the previous notes.
Location, a vital factor in being able to rent out easily is covered well but perhaps more emphasis could be placed on this important subject.The relevant facts are given but may be a little more priority could be attached to them.
The section on likely income and out goings is neat and to the point.Next comes risk reduction which is well explained in an easy to understand form. Possible mortgage systems follow. The middle section of the book covers letting agents and taxation succinctly. The book ends with common pitfalls and a miscellany of tips which are very helpful,if a little random. All in all an excellent little book for the price but a weightier tome would be advisable if actually going into this business.
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70 of 72 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Highly Recommended, 2 Aug 2002
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This book gives the essential facts you need to consider when starting in Buy to Let.

The first section is good on discussing returns for different types of property and the amount of personal involvement you want and
how this will affect the income.

The section on likely income is clear and to the point followed by a section on risk reduction and finances, followed by advice on use of letting agents and taxation.

The book ends with how to avoid common pitfalls and a host of random tips.

I especially like the way each section is followed by a case study to reinforce the topic.
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4.0 out of 5 stars A good BASIC intro
This is a good basic introduction to buy-to-let property. It has information on most aspects of buy-to-let but only in a very cursory, passing way. Read more
Published on 6 Aug 2006 by Spider Monkey

4.0 out of 5 stars A basic Guide For Letting Property
Stuart Powers: Buy To Let, The Key Steps is exactly what the title says. It is a book best suited to those who have not yet researched the buy to let provisions and gives a key... Read more
Published on 23 Mar 2004 by Brenda Sharpe

5.0 out of 5 stars lets get started
this books gives all the relevent information on getting started on the property ladder of buying to let, very informative and easy to read and understand
Published on 2 Jan 2004 by vikki1uk2000

5.0 out of 5 stars Very inspiring
I bought this book as we have decided to let our property rather than sell it.

It is a very straightforward, easy to read little guide that covers an awful lot in its 80 pages... Read more

Published on 11 Aug 2003

5.0 out of 5 stars Sound, practical advice
This book, in note and summary format, is very easy to get into and it explains clearly and simply the rules you must follow if you are going to be successful in letting... Read more
Published on 8 Jul 2002

1.0 out of 5 stars too small, too little value
The other reviews seemed good, but for an residential property investor with even just 1 house, this book is too superficial (and small! Read more
Published on 26 Jan 2002

3.0 out of 5 stars The book is very small - but has good summary info.
I was surprised by how small the book is - but each section was clear and succinct.
A good first introduction - with many pointers providing food for thought - but you would... Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars An enormous help
This is a very simple, easy to read book which helps me enormously on a regular basis
Published on 17 Aug 2001 by Mike McCullagh (mike.mccullagh...

3.0 out of 5 stars A good basic overview
The book is a good basic overview of the "buy to let" market. If you have any more than just a very basic knowledge of the subject however, then you will probably gain... Read more
Published on 7 Dec 2000

3.0 out of 5 stars Short and sweet pocket book on buying property to let
If this book was written to illustrate the main advantages and pit falls of buy to let then it has suceeded. Read more
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