Landlords plan further investment as market confidence grows

The latest survey from the Mortgage Trust claims 30% of landlords, almost double the number 18 months ago, state they are currently buying more property. In fact, over the next year landlords expect to expand their portfolios by approximately 14%, which equates to an average of one property per landlord, says The Mortgage Trust. This appetite for investment growth is set against a backdrop of positive expectations for house prices, 83% of respondents predict they will rise by 2% or more over the coming year. Meanwhile, rental returns remain stable, with yearly rents currently standing a...