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Buy to Let

Residential Matters are a team of experienced solicitors who advise on all the legal aspects of making a buy to let property investment. To talk to one of our legal experts, call us now on 01282 695 400.

Experienced buy to let solicitors on your side

At Residential Matters, our experienced property solicitors are on hand to make the process of purchasing a buy to let property as clear and hassle free as possible.

Our goal is to build a long lasting relationship with you that doesn’t just end when your house purchase goes through. The dedicated solicitors at Residential Matters will be on hand to help you with every legal aspect of your journey to successfully owning a buy to let portfolio, including:

  • Checking there are no restrictions to rent the property
  • Making sure you have the right paperwork in place
  • Ensuring any tenancy agreements protect both you and the tenant
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Stay up to date with your buy to let purchase anywhere at any time

At Residential Matters, we aim to make it as simple as possible for you to stay up to date with the progress of your matter.

That’s why we’ve introduced an easy to use online conveyancing tracker that allows you to track the progress made on your case anywhere, at any time.

All you need to do is log on to the system on our website to receive real time updates of where you are on the road to completion. Your dedicated conveyancing solicitor will also provide more detailed notes on the work that has been carried out on your case.

You can even receive a quote for your conveyancing online by completing our easy quote calculator.

Why choose us for your buy to let investment?

Whether you’re an experienced landlord or just starting out in the world of letting, getting the right advice is vital. Find out why you should choose the experts at Residential Matters to handle your buy to let investment.

Experienced solicitors

Our solicitors have unrivalled experience handling buy to let investments, giving you the specialist advice you need.

Ongoing support

Our specialist team will always be available to provide ongoing support and advice on your buy to let portfolio.

Local knowledge

Our local knowledge and the strong relationships we have built mean that you can receive a seamless service.

Fixed fee quotes

We make budgeting for your buy to let purchase easy by offering fixed fee quotes that only change if your instructions do.

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If you’re looking to make a buy to let purchase, talk to a member of our specialist team about your investment.

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Buy to let FAQs

For more information on making a buy to let investment, take a look at some of our frequently asked questions.

Can I use a regular mortgage to purchase a buy to let property?

A typical standard mortgage will prohibit you from letting out the property or require you to get permission from the lender before you do so.

If you let the property out without informing the lender you could be in breach of your mortgage terms and faced with immediate repayment of the mortgage.

Buy to let mortgages are available which are specifically designed for buy to let investments. However, these will come with rigorous conditions that you will need to comply with.

As with any mortgage, we would recommend that you speak to a trusted adviser about the terms of a mortgage.

Will I need to alter the property for letting?

Legally, you will be faced with a number of legal obligations in relation to the condition of the property. This includes:

  • gas appliances
  • electrical equipment
  • furniture and furnishings
  • energy information
  • repairs and general condition

At Residential Matters, our specialist solicitors will provide advice on conditions you will need to meet in order to ensure the property is fit for purpose.

What checks should a make on prospective tenants?

Under the new right to rent rules, you are legally obligated to check a new tenant’s immigration status to ensure they are legally allowed to rent a property in England (this does not apply in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland).

If you are found to be letting a property to someone not allowed to live in England you may face a fine of up to £1,000.

You can also ask a tenant to provide references from their previous landlord or employer as well as asking for a bank reference and carrying out a credit check.

What repairs will I be required to make on the property?

You are legally required to maintain the property and to ensure that it is of acceptable standard for human habitation.

This includes maintain the structure and exterior of the property as well as water, electricity and gas installations.

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