Buy-to-let - Which?

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Mortgages & Property

The Which? guide to becoming a landlord. Learn about finding a buy-to-let mortgage, choosing a letting agent and what your landlord responsibilities are.

Mortgage calculators

Use our calculators to do the sums that could help you finance a buy-to-let property.

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Becoming a landlord

Understand the costs you'll be liable for and the key responsibilities involved with owning a buy-to-let property.

Buy-to-let mortgages explained

From rates to affordability criteria, find out everything you need to know about buy-to-let mortgages.

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Using a letting agent

Find out about the pros and cons of using a letting agent, including letting agent fees, and get advice on how to manage a buy-to-let property yourself.

Landlord insurance explained

Discover how landlord insurance works and the best landlord insurance providers based on policies and customer reviews.

Selling a buy-to-let property

Understand the tax and mortgage implications involved when selling a buy-to-let property.

Let-to-buy explained

Discover how to let your property out if you want to buy a new house without selling your current home, including the criteria for let-to-buy mortgages.