Getting started in residential property
Guides for new landlords and UK and international property investors: how to get started, research an area, buy from overseas and understand the UK property market.
These guides are for anyone new to buying property to let. They cover first steps, researching an area, buying from overseas and common property terms, grouped by topic.
Our homepage gives the wider picture on UK property investments. To compare the main ways to invest, from buy-to-let to HMOs and student accommodation, read how to invest in property. For short lessons on budgets, location and buying at the right price, see our property investment tips.
Getting started
Growing a portfolio
House prices, cycles and forecasts
Researching and buying
OIEO (Offers in Excess Of): What Does it Actually Mean?
The Best UK Property Websites & Portals
Different Types of Home Surveys & When They Are Needed
How To Negotiate A House Price: Expert Strategies To Save Thousands
How to Carry Out Due Diligence When Investing in Property?
An Expert's Guide to Using Zoopla | Heatmaps & Filters
Managing risk
Investing from overseas
Other ways to invest
Property jargon explained
What is a Tenement?
What is Adverse Possession and How Does it Work?
What is Peppercorn Rent?
Property Abbreviations and Acronyms: The Complete UK A-Z Guide
What is a Community Land Trust?
The Section 5 Notice: Rights and Obligations
What is a UPRN? Unique Property Reference Number Explained
What is a Unique Street Reference Number (USRN)?
What is Local Housing Allowance (LHA)?
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