What are the hidden costs and time commitments (e.g., void periods, maintenance, tenant management) of managing a single buy-to-let property in the UK that beginners often overlook when comparing its net returns to a passive equity income fund yielding 4-5% annually?
Quick Answer
Beginner buy-to-let investors often underestimate hidden costs and time commitments like void periods, ongoing maintenance, and tenant management, which significantly impact net returns. These factors can make a direct comparison to passive equity income funds misleading.
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Hidden costs and time commitments in UK buy-to-let, like 10-15% maintenance and 5% SDLT surcharge, can reduce net returns below passive funds. Learn what beginners overlook.
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