What's the absolute minimum deposit and starting capital I need to buy my first buy-to-let property in a high-yield area in the UK in 2024, excluding stamp duty?

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The absolute minimum capital required for a first buy-to-let, excluding Stamp Duty, is typically 25% of the property value for the deposit, plus 3-5% for purchase costs like legal and mortgage fees.

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