For a first-time buy-to-let investor with a budget of £150,000 - £200,000, which specific postcode areas in the UK are still offering achievable 7%+ gross rental yields on 2-bed properties, factoring in potential interest rate changes by 2026?
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Achieving 7%+ gross rental yields on 2-bed properties within a £150,000-£200,000 budget is still possible in specific UK postcode areas, particularly in certain Northern and Midlands regions where property prices are lower and rental demand is robust. Investors must account for higher BTL mortgage rates, currently 5.0-6.5%, and stress tests when calculating true profitability.
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