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Buy-to-let in Glasgow – 5 important things to consider

Whether you are looking to expand your property portfolio or purchasing a property for the first time there are a number of important things to take into consideration before you buy to let a property. 

If you’re looking to invest in property, then Glasgow is a great place to do it. With a growing economy and plenty of opportunities for tenants, the city is a great place to buy to let. 

But with so many areas of Glasgow to choose from, which are the best? 

There are a number of factors you need to take into account when choosing the best buy to let areas in Glasgow. 

You need to think about the potential return on investment, as well as the current market conditions.

You also need to consider the demographics of the area, as this can impact the type of tenant you’re likely to attract.

In this article, we’ll talk about some of the things you need to think about before buying a property to let – so that you can make the best decision for your needs.

Potential return on Investment

The first thing you need to think about when choosing a buy to let area is the potential return on investment. 

This is one of the most important factors to take into account, as you want to make sure that you’re getting a good return on your investment. 

This is usually determined by looking at the average rental prices in the area, as well as the capital appreciation. 

You can find out the average rental prices in Glasgow by contacting letting agents or searching online. 

Capital appreciation is the difference between the purchase price and the sale price of the property, and it’s a good indicator of how well an investment is performing as it shows the increase in value of a property over time. 

This is usually determined by looking at house price growth in the area. 

Again, you can find this information by contacting letting agents or searching online.

Current market conditions

It’s important to keep up to date with the latest news on the property market. 

This will help you make an informed decision about whether now is the right time to invest. 

This includes things like the unemployment rate and the average wages in the area. 

If there are a lot of people out of work, then they’re likely to have less money to spend on rent. 

Conversely, if wages are low, then people may be more willing to accept lower rents.

Area demographics

When it comes to buying to let, the most important thing is to choose an area that is in demand and where prices are rising. 

This will ensure that you get a good return on your investment and that your tenants are happy. The demographics of an area can also impact the type of tenant you’re likely to attract. 

For example, if there are a lot of students in an area, then you’re likely to get tenants who are looking for cheap accommodation. 

If there are a lot of young professionals in an area, then you may be able to charge higher rents. 

Again, letting agents or online searches can help you to find out this information.

Letting agents

Glasgow letting agents like Yates Hellier will have a good idea about the best areas to buy property in the city for rental purposes. 

They can offer advice on which areas are most popular with tenants and what type of properties are in demand.

Property management

Property management is an important consideration when buying a property to let.

Once the property has been bought a Property Management company, such as Yates Hellier, can provide a full management service, taking care of all the day-to-day tasks involved in running a rental property. 

This can include finding and vetting tenants, collecting rent, and dealing with repairs and maintenance issues.

You also need to think about things like void periods, as this is when a property is empty and you’re not receiving any rent. 

Using a property management company such as Yates Hellier can help you to minimise void periods by finding suitable tenants quickly.

What’s next?

So, above are some of the things to consider when choosing the best areas to buy to let property. 

With a little bit of research, you can find an area that has great potential for growth and will give you a good return on your investment. 

By taking all of these factors into account, you can be sure that you’re making a wise investment and that your tenants will be happy.

Yates Hellier is one of the leading letting agents in Glasgow. 

We can offer advice on the best areas to buy property to and help you find the right tenants for your property.

For more information, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us today.

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Your investment is only as good as your letting agent.

Glasgow rental property has proven to be a great investment over the years. However, all investments have risk and not all Glasgow letting agents are equal. My job at Yates Hellier is to ensure that my client’s investments produce consistent results.

Jack

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Your investment is only as good as your letting agent.

Glasgow rental property has proven to be a great investment over the years. However, all investments have risk and not all Glasgow letting agents are equal. My job at Yates Hellier is to ensure that my client’s investments produce consistent results.

Jack

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Which Glasgow areas produce the largest investment property yield?

This question depends on the purchase price of your property and rental amount achieved, but some generally good areas for top rental yields in Glasgow include: Yorkhill (G3) Garnethill (G3) Anniesland (G13) Dennistoun (G31) Kinning Park (G51) We have detailed some real-life examples of some fantastic rental yields in the above areas: Agents often sell a property based on gross rental yield, but how do you work this out? Monthly rent multiplied by 12 Months (£695 x 12) = £8,340 Divide Annual Rental income by Purchase Price (£8,340/£125,000) = 6.67% Anniesland - Netherton Road Purchase price: £125,000 including all buying costs Rental income: £695pcm Gross rental yield – 6.7%   Anniesland - Linden Way Purchase price: £90,000 including all buying costs Rental income: £595pcm Gross rental yield – 7.9%   Dennistoun - Whitehill Place Purchase price: £125,000 including all buying costs Rental income: £750pcm Gross rental yield – 7.2%   Kinning Park - Middlesex Gardens Purchase price: £115,000 including all buying costs Rental income: £750pcm Gross rental yield – 7.8%   When carefully selected, the above examples indicate that Glasgow property yields great returns on investment (ROI). Work with the Yates Hellier Team  Experts in property portfolio management and investment in Glasgow, our team are ready to guide you on your journey to securing your future.

Who pays for an EWS1 form?

In Scotland it is the ‘owner’ of individual flats. So, if you wish to sell – this is you. This is due to the differing method of ownership in England and Scotland. In England and Wales, EWS1 form applies to the whole building. In England the ‘owner’ is the freeholder - they never fully own their property.

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