For someone completely new to property investment, is it better to focus on a single-let buy-to-let or consider a small HMO (3-4 beds) as a first step in the current UK market, and what are the main pros and cons of each?
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New property investors can choose between single-let buy-to-let for simplicity or small HMOs for higher cash flow, each with distinct pros and cons regarding management, setup, and regulation in the current UK market.
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