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Binding: PaperbackDewey Decimal Number: 333 EAN: 9780273661092 ISBN: 0273661094 Label: Financial Times/ Prentice Hall Manufacturer: Financial Times/ Prentice Hall Number Of Pages: 192 Publication Date: July 15, 2002 Publisher: Financial Times/ Prentice Hall Studio: Financial Times/ Prentice Hall Related Items:
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 Rating:  - Out of date... and overly simple.I was really disappointed by this book for a number of reasons. Firstly was that it was so out of date! Although it was first published in 2002, it hasn't been updated and the figures have change dramatically in that time. The book describes buying UK properties for £10k - £20k and receiving rents of £400 - £600 per month. Since 2002 the average UK property now costs nearly £200k and rents are still under £1000 per month... so the sums simply don't add up like they used to! Also, the author suggests that it's only worth buying a rental property to generate immediate income. With todays high prices this is not possible unless you have VERY large deposits. Most property investors will be looking for long-term asset growth, and a monthly income 15 - 25 years down the line (when the mortgage has been paid off). These facts aside, I still wouldn't rate this book. The writing style is hard work, and there is very little real content. Plenty other books available on this subject. Rating: - Buying to RentAfter reading the other reviews of this book, I decided to buy it, however I am under the impression I must have bought the wrong book. This book is out of date, the figures in it bear no proximity to reality. The first few chapters are all about financial budgetting and understanding your own reasons for wanting to enter the market and nothing really to do with actually buying to let. The remaining chapters are simplistic, with only really one chapter being of any use. Needless to say I am very disapointed. I am sure there must be better books on the subject out there. Rating:  - Excellent InvestmentThis is an excellent book for both the first-time investor and one who already owns a few properties but looking to increase their portfolio. I currently own several investment properties, and have learnt much from the information in this book. It covers all aspects of becoming involved in the buy to let market, starting from one end of the spectrum to the other, providing vital information for dealing with the whole process of buying through to successfully renting a property and maintaining a well-managed portfolio. Knowing that the author has been a landlord for approximately 15 years gives you the courage and confidence to apply the advice and information to the growth of your portfolio, information that includes the negative and positive sides of the subject so that the reader gains a balanced view. As in all areas of life, having the appropriate mental approach is vital, a subject also covered by the author, and one I believe to be well-worth including, as it is all down to one's attitude and determination as to how successful you become as a landlord. A highly recommended book. Rating: - Buy this bookI believe I've read all the UK-focused property investment titles in publication, including the e-books available, and Buying To Rent is invariably the one I recommend to people who ask me which property investment book to read. It is a fantasticlly clear read and communicates the key steps very well indeed. I also believe that the author's own achievements make it very clear he is a man who walks his talk, and if this book seems simple or basic, you may wish to read it again. Rating:  - Excellent FoundationThis book is excellent, if not just for its simplicity. Written by somebody that has been there and done it. It is a broad foundation for those interested in the Buy-to-let market. This is not rocket science, but a series of steps must be taken, and now the responsibility is on the reader to go out there and follow them.  Try searching the Internet for "Buying to Rent: The Key to Your Financial Freedom (Financial Times Series)" or Ebay for "Buying to Rent: The Key to Your Financial Freedom (Financial Times Series)". You might also be interested in the following great products:
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