Buy to Let Liverpool


Welcome to the Liverpool Property Investment News Blog. In our News Blog, Tuna Fish will endeavour to offer insights into Liverpool buy-to-let property investment as well as lettings and property management. Successful buy-to-let property investing starts with property sourcing Liverpool and acquisition; get that right and everything else falls into place. It's at this stage that expert property investment advice is crucial.

Liverpool Property Investment


Having purchased the Liverpool buy-to-let property you need to get it into a lettable condition. A good lettings agent in Liverpool will help. Though there are many superb contractors out there, some are not, and guidance at this stage is very important in terms of price, reliability, and quality of work.

Letting Agents Liverpool


The next stage is letting the property. If you acquired the right property having taken advice from a lettings agent in Liverpool such as Tuna Fish, then it will tenant quickly and the cash will begin to flow. This is not the end, as good, professional property management ensures your costs are kept low and the value of the asset is protected. In difficult economic times, we would recommend a rental guarantee, as even the best tenants during referencing, can lose their jobs. With rising interest rates, landlords need to protect their monthly cash flow.

For further details about how we can help, please contact us.

You may also be interested in our running commentary on buy to let and property investment in the Liverpool Property Investment Diary: An Insider's Guide

Enjoy the Property Investment Liverpool News blog.

Fear and Greed Drives Markets - A Recent Case Study

Wednesday 15th May 2024

Fear and Greed Fear and greed are sentiments that drive markets, whether real estate, stocks and shares, Bitcoin, or any other market where profits (and losses) can be made by trading. I write about this in my book, "Property Auctions: Repossessions, Bankruptcies and Bargain Properties." Understanding the psychology of buyers…

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Property Investment Courses UK - London Sat 18th May 2024

Monday 6th May 2024

Property Investment Courses UK - London Saturday 18th May 2024 Discover the secrets to unlocking exceptional property investment opportunities in today's market. Our course is designed to equip property investors, whether new or seasoned, sourcing agents, deal packagers, and other professionals with the knowledge and strategies to find, finance, and secure properties significantly below market value. Learn how to identify…

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A 46% increase in capital value over a few months, without any refurb!

Tuesday 30th April 2024

Buy, Refurb, Refinance and Rent (BRRR) - Without the second R! A 46% increase in capital value over a few months, without any refurb! I spoke with a client this morning who was excited about a valuation he received for a recent acquisition. Interestingly, I recently used the property at my seminar at the Property…

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Property Investment - A Checklist for Success

Wednesday 12th July 2023

Property investment involves the purchase, ownership, management, rental, or sale of buy to let properties to generate income or capital appreciation. While there are no fixed rules for property investment, some general principles and guidelines…

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What is the Yield of a Buy to Let Property Investment?

Saturday 8th July 2023

What is Yield of a Buy to Let Property Investment? In buy-to-let property investment, yield refers to the return on investment generated by the investment property. It is a simple financial calculation that indicates the profitability, or otherwise of the investment and is typically expressed as a percentage. The two common types of yield used in property investment are gross yield…

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Renters (Reform) Bill 2023: Everything Landlords Need to Know

Thursday 8th June 2023

Renters (Reform) Bill 2023: Everything Landlords Need to Know A hot topic among landlords, letting agents, and property investors today is the newly proposed Renters (Reform) Bill Designed to improve living circumstances for renters and place more…

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Do I Need a Landlord Licence in Liverpool?

Wednesday 7th June 2023

Do I Need a Landlord Licence in Liverpool? All landlords must meet various government criteria to manage a buy-to-let property in the UK. However, not all private landlords need to be 'licensed'. Selective licensing is only present in certain areas depending on the local…

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Distressed Property UK - The Property Investment Strategy for 2023

Saturday 20th May 2023

Distressed Property UK Distressed property in the UK refers to properties in a state of financial distress (mortgage default, divorce, probate, the owner needs quick cash) or significant repairs, refurbishment or renovation. These properties are typically sold at a…

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How to Source Property in Liverpool

Thursday 11th May 2023

How to Source Property in Liverpool Sourcing property investments in Liverpool requires careful planning and a broad approach to maximise your chances of finding the best deals. Here are some strategies you can employ to source property investments in Liverpool or elsewhere: 1. Set clear investment goals Define your property…

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How to Find Repossessed Houses for Sale in Liverpool

Friday 14th April 2023

How to Find Repossessed Houses for Sale in Liverpool A repossessed house is a property that has been given back to the lender by a homeowner or landlord. This is usually because payments have been defaulted on for more than three months without a sufficient repayment plan in place. Buying a repossessed house…

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Property Auctions: Repossessions, Bankruptcies and Bargain Properties - New for 2023

Tuesday 14th March 2023

Property Auctions: Repossessions, Bankruptcies and Bargain Properties - New for 2023 Whether you're completely new to property auctions and buy-to-let or a seasoned investor, Property Auctions: Repossessions, Bankruptcies and Bargain Properties contains the expert information, insight and guidance you need to improve your…

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Astute Property Investors Bagging Bargains in 2023

Wednesday 22nd February 2023

Astute Property Investors Bagging Bargains in 2023 I can't think of a period in the past 10 years or so when we have been this busy, whether off market deals, property auctions or renovation/refurbishment projects. There are many astute property investors who have been sitting on the side lines and have chosen now to enter the market. We had more success last…

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What are the Best Buy to Let Mortgages in 2023?

Monday 20th February 2023

What are the Best Buy to Let Mortgages in 2023? Buy to let mortgages are available for property investors who want to buy a home to rent rather than live in. Because the goal is to pay as little as possible every month, most buy to let mortgages are interest-only loans rather than repayment…

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Buy to Let - Impact of Rising Interest Rates

Thursday 2nd February 2023

Buy to Let - Impact of Rising Interest Rates The Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) of the Bank of England raised the base rate by 50 basis points to 4% today, the tenth successive increase. That was bad news for buy to let property…

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Why Invest in Liverpool Property?

Wednesday 1st February 2023

Why Invest in a Liverpool Property? Liverpool is a thriving city largely scattered with terraced properties. As a student town with strong connections to London, it's a…

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Letting Agent Fees - How Much Should a Landlord Pay?

Thursday 26th January 2023

Letting Agent Fees - How Much Should a Landlord Pay? Letting agents charge landlords fees for various buy to let services, from sourcing and referencing a tenant to property management options ranging from rent collection to full management. Letting agents also charge fees for other services, such as inventory and check-in/out, and it is important…

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Buy to Let Property Investment in Liverpool - Repossessions

Monday 23rd January 2023

Buy to Let Property Investment in Liverpool - Repossessions What is a repossessed property? A repossessed property describes a situation where a property owner has defaulted on a loan secured on the property and the bank or loan company takes back control and sells the…

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Property Refurbishment and Renovation In Liverpool and Wirral

Saturday 14th January 2023

Property Refurbishment and Renovation In Liverpool Developing property has been a British passion for many years, encouraged by TV programmes and glossy magazines, and is now within the reach of almost anyone with the right advice and desire. It can also be very lucrative financially if you source it right. The important word above is advice. We often buy…

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Property Investment Liverpool - Off-Market Buy to Let Opportunities

Thursday 12th January 2023

Property Investment Liverpool - Off-Market Buy-to-Let Opportunities 2023 has started as 2022 ended - very busy and it will continue to be as property investment deals in Liverpool and Wirral present themselves due to the economy and rising interest rates. Many…

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Buy to Let Liverpool - Where to Invest in 2023

Saturday 7th January 2023

Buy to Let Liverpool Where to invest in 2023 The property investment market is perfectly poised for the buy to let Liverpool investor, as property prices soften and some investors are forced to sell due to rising…

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Best Letting Agents Liverpool - What to Look For?

Thursday 22nd December 2022

Best Letting Agents Liverpool I am sure any letting agent would say they are amongst the best letting agents in Liverpool or any other city in the UK for that matter. You can read reviews, some of which will be…

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Property Investment Liverpool - Look to Property Auctions for Value in 2023

Tuesday 20th December 2022

Property Investment Liverpool It's been an excellent end to 2022 for Tuna Fish Property and our clients, sourcing five buy to let properties at Nov/Dec property auctions with freehold houses yielding up to 11.7% and purchasing 3 bedroom terraces for £66,000, substantially below current market values. We also sourced a city centre apartment for…

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Beware Interest Rate Rises - Buy to Let Liverpool

Tuesday 20th December 2022

Buy to Let Liverpool The Bank of England has raised interest rates to 3.5%, in response to the high rate of inflation in the UK currently at 10.7% (CPI). Its target…

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Incredible Opportunities in Liverpool Distressed Property Assets - Latest Client Newsletter

Saturday 12th November 2022

Incredible Opportunities in Liverpool Buy to Let Distressed Property Assets Liverpool Property Investment I am presently writing a book about property auctions and distressed assets and finding many similarities with today's market and that back in 2009/2010. You'll have to wait for the book…

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Letting Agents Liverpool - Market Testing Rents

Saturday 15th October 2022

Letting Agents Liverpool - Market Testing Rents As the property market in Liverpool and Wirral springs back to life, it's worth…

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Property Investment Liverpool - Invest Where There Is A Story For Superb Bargains

Monday 10th October 2022

Property Investment Liverpool Invest Where There Is a Story To Get The Best Buy to Let Deals It's not difficult to buy property below market value with high levels of income if you look in…

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Estate Agents Liverpool - Sell Your Property For Just £997 Fixed Fee

Saturday 8th October 2022

Estate Agents Liverpool Fixed Fee £997 Tuna Fish offers value for money across all of its property services, be it sales, lettings or property management. There are no hidden extras and a full traditional high street…

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Property Sourcing Liverpool: New Deal Freehold House 10% Yield £90,000

Tuesday 21st June 2022

Property Sourcing Liverpool Liverpool Property Deal: Freehold House 10% Yield £90,000 Tuna Fish and other associated companies have been successfully buying, developing, renovating, holding and selling apartment blocks and individual properties for decades. Properties are sourced in a variety of ways including at auction, through…

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Buy-to-let Tax Loopholes: How Landlords Can Keep More Of Their Income

Wednesday 3rd November 2021

But to Let Landlords will still be struggling with lost rental income even after the Government announced a £65m fund to help plug landlords' nearly £400m rent debt blackhole in the wake of the pandemic. Coronavirus and successive lockdowns hammered tenants and hit landlords' rental income hard, creating a backlog of payments worth £360m, according to debt charity StepChange. The…

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How Landlords Can Save Money On Their Properties: Buy-to-Let Tax Loopholes And Tips

Tuesday 2nd November 2021

The stamp duty holiday may have ended in October, but buy-to-let investors have a new incentive to buy now and restructure their portfolios quickly. Landlords narrowly skirted another stamp duty tax blow in Chancellor Rishi Sunak's Budget. The Government had planned to increase the 3 percentage point surcharge on additional…

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Quality Houses Are in Huge Demand - Letting Agents Merseyside and Wirral

Friday 13th August 2021

Quality Houses Are in Huge Demand - Letting Agents Merseyside and Wirral A busy week at Tuna Fish Property, noted for the speed at which quality family houses have been let agreed. The property in the main photo, did not make it to the portals, nor did properties in L17 and L18. Our board…

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Liverpool Property Boom - Highest Price Growth of Major UK Cities

Monday 12th July 2021

Liverpool's housing drought as boom sees homes selling in 22 days. House price growth in Liverpool is presently higher than any other major city in the UK. Houses in Liverpool are selling so fast that there aren't enough properties to keep up with the huge demand that's fuelling the city's housing boom. And according to…

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Liverpool Property Investment - Buy to Let 2021

Saturday 10th July 2021

Liverpool Property Investment - Buy to Let Liverpool 2021 If you are reading the Tuna Fish blog, then you probably understand…

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Block Management Liverpool – Nothing More Important Than Fire Safety

Friday 9th July 2021

Block Management Liverpool - Nothing More Important Than Fire Safety Whenever I discuss taking over a block of apartments in Liverpool or Wirral, small or large, the first thing I say to owners…

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Buy to Let Liverpool and a Strategy for UK Inflation in 2021 and Beyond

Sunday 4th July 2021

Buy to Let Liverpool and a Strategy for UK Inflation in 2021 and Beyond "Residential property is not cheap in today's frothy investment climate, but with inflation it tends to become even less cheap. This is not a time to be out of the housing market." Financial Times 2 July 2021. As UK CPI inflation hits 2.1%…

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Letting Agents Liverpool - Landlords Seek Advice, You're Not Alone!

Saturday 3rd July 2021

Letting Agents Liverpool - Landlords Seek Advice, You're Not Alone The rental and buy-to-let market in Liverpool is starting to reignite after the past 18 months of the Covid-19 pandemic. The phones and e-mails have been hot this week with buy-to-let Liverpool property investors from home and overseas…

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78 Tenant Enquiries For Just One Flat!

Saturday 12th June 2021

78 tenant enquiries for a one bedroom flat in Kirkdale, Liverpool The photo above is not a stock photo, but is a screenshot of our system which shows 78 enquiries for a one bedroom flat in Kirkdale, Liverpool. This is an incredible level of demand and testament to the way…

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Diary of a Tuna Fish June 2021

Wednesday 9th June 2021

Diary of a Tuna Fish June 2021 Busy few days. Fire Safety I accompanied the new Tuna Fish fire safety/risk assessment employee as he was trained by our fire alarm company on all the fire systems in the buildings which we own and/or manage in Liverpool and Wirral. A very…

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I'm A Landlord, Get Me Out Of Here!

Saturday 5th June 2021

I'm a Landlord, Get Me Out of Here! In recent weeks, Tuna Fish has received thirty or forty enquiries from landlords who wish to move letting agents in Liverpool. In many cases, this is the first time that they…

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7 Buy to Let Success Factors – Tuna Fish Property

Saturday 17th April 2021

Buy to Let Liverpool 1. Understand yourself and why you are investing in buy-to-let property. Identify your goals and set a strategy, in line with current…

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Letting Agents Fees, Liverpool and Wirral

Saturday 27th March 2021

Letting Agents' Fees Liverpool and Wirral - A Minefield Choosing your letting agents in Liverpool, Wirral or elsewhere, will determine the success or otherwise of your buy-to-let Liverpool property investment. As with…

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