Articles by Edward Gray

The Rise of the 'DIY Landlord'

The 'squeeze' on private landlords over recent years has left many wondering if property investment is worth the aggravation. Increased estate agency charges, maintenance costs, electrical safety certificates, energy performance upgrade requirements, and reduced tax relief for landlords, are a few of the costs undermining 'buy to let' as a profitable venture. Edward Gray talks about how landlords are taking things into their own hands.