I'm a first-time landlord looking to purchase my first buy-to-let property in the UK. What are the current minimum deposit requirements and income multiples lenders are looking for, especially if I have other employment income?
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First-time buy-to-let landlords typically need a minimum 25% deposit. Lender affordability is primarily based on rental income meeting a 125% stress test at 5.5%.
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