Buy-to-let (BTL) property can turn a real profit and provide a good income for landlords. Typically, UK BTL investors see a 5% annual return on average from their property – but profit is very much dependent on location. According to research, the top 10 places to invest in a rental property are: Sunderland, Blackburn, Durham, Blackpool, Oldham, Cleveland, Liverpool, Wigan, Bolton and Manchester.
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