Landlords have a responsibility to ensure that their properties meet the Government’s health and safety requirements, as well as being at a good standard to attract renters.
This means that buy-to-let (BTL) properties often need refurbishing and, according to a report published by Shawbrook Bank last month, 62% of landlords have undertaken refurbishments in the last 12 months.
Of these, 18% renovated more than one of their properties.
The majority of landlords surveyed by Shawbrook Bank found themselves out of pocket paying for the refurbishments, with 60% using personal savings or investments.
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