Buy-to-let may be better than shares

Bradford and Bingley is highlighting the attractions of buy-to-let property over investing in stocks and shares. Its Residential Lettings report has found that letting property can provide a more consistent source of income than some investment portfolios, with gross returns of up to 10% of the property's value, which is also accompanied by a high capital growth. Yields vary according to the property type and area but the most popular kind are two bedroom flats, where returns can be as high as 10%. With a four bedroomed detached house, the yield is only 5%. This sector has been boos...