active in the area of interest . A professional agent should be able to share data-driven insights , as we do , on what properties will earn the highest rental income . Looking objectively at what the data is telling us takes the emotion out of buying a property to let .”
Experts predict that the supply of tenants will continue to increase over the coming decade , he says . “ Changing
demographics , more mobile working patterns and relaxing attitudes to homeownership are driving more people to consider renting . Such attractions help to explain why letting property is a growing business . Yet anybody tempted to become a landlord must understand the risks and responsibilities involved , whether that property is one they already own or one they are looking to invest in .”
From left to right :
Paul Stevens , CEO Chris Schoombee , Investor Relations Manager
Chris Xotongo , Sales Agent
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