Demand for Property Investment Companies is Booming – How Landlords Can Benefit

Investors are increasingly interested in buying property companies as a whole, rather than individual properties, and the reason is simple – the tax outcomes are immensely different.

Let me break down why buyers are so keen on this approach and how working with my team at Landlord Sales Agency can connect you with the right buyers ready to buy you out and give you that fast exit and retirement you’ve been yearning for.

The SDLT Advantage That’s Driving Demand

One of the biggest expenses property buyers face is Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT). When building a property portfolio, the SDLT costs can be overwhelming, especially with the recent surcharge increase to 5% on additional properties. However, when buyers acquire a property company as a whole, they’re only subject to 0.5% Stamp Duty on the company purchase, not the high SDLT rates on each individual property. This difference is driving a wave of interest from serious investors who are looking to acquire property companies as a going concern.

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How We Helped a Seller Walk Away From a Repossession with £20K in Profit Rather than £5K in Debt

When you are worrying about losing your home due to debt or not paying your mortgage and you are desperate to keep hold of it; it might seem counter intuative to think about selling your house.

But, if you have explored all other options with your lenders and cannot realistically repay the loan or meet a payment plan, selling your property yourself is usually a much better option than letting it get repossessed.

It gives you more control over the sale process, potentially allowing you to get a better price for your property, limits the damage to your credit score, and potentially helps you to avoid added debt through fines and legal costs.
In addition, if a forced sale does not recover the total of the money you owe, you can be liable for the debt for a further 12 years.

Key reasons to sell voluntarily instead of facing repossession:

Higher sale price: When a lender repossesses, they often sell the property quickly at a traditional auction, which may result in a selling price dramatically lower than the property’s value and leaving you with a significant debt even after the property has been sold.
Control over the sales process: By selling yourself, you can choose the timing and marketing strategy for the sale, potentially attracting more buyers and getting a better deal. However, if your lender has issued with a deadline to repay, not all sales types will be possible due to the unpredictable nature of high street sales. Also you will need to consider the time betwenn agreeing a sale and having the funds deposited in your bank as the process can take longer than lenders allow.
Choosing your next move: If you are going to lose your home, freeing up any money tied into your property could give you more choice abut how, when and where you move next
Minimising credit damage: A repossession will severely impact your credit score, making it harder to obtain loans in the future, while a voluntary sale can be managed to minimise the negative impact.
Potential to avoid further debt: If you sell your house yourself, you may be able to use the proceeds to fully pay off your mortgage and avoid any additional debt to the lender.

How We Can Help

National Residential sells property in 28 days and we make sure our buyers are able to completes in 56 days so we can provide schedules lenders will accept. Plus we have a 95% completion rate.

Sellers normally walk away with 85-90% of the high street sale value and pay no fees or legal costs. Whereas property sold at traditional auction (as will happen if it is repossessed) normally only achieves 70% of the high street sale value and they incur costs, fees and legal fees which are added to the sellers debt.

Once we have a found a seller and they have paid the nonrefundable deposit to secure the sale, we can provide sellers with sufficient equity in their property, an interest free cash advance (to be repaid on completion). With it, we can pay off sellers’ debts so that sellers have more choice about when the sale completes and they leave the property. It can mean the difference between being homeless and having a home to go to when you leave the proerty.

For the best outcome, contact us as soon as all options to come to a feasible agreement with your lender have been exhausted but we can help even if your lender has started proceedings or obtained an eviction order. Speed is crucial, and we can negotiate with creditors to delay or halt proceedings with a guaranteed sale.

Case Study

A seller who had fallen into arrears with their mortgage repayments came to us for help and this is what happened:

A seller with mortgage arrears of £7,900 contacted us at the end of Oct because they had received notice of a bailiff being appointed to evict them on Nov 12th
The market value of their property was estimated to be £210-225K and they had outstanding mortgage/loan of £155K
If they allowed their property to be repossessed and sold at tradional auction, the expected sales price would have been appx £147 – 157 ( 70% minus appx £3K auction fees/listing costs plus £1-2k solicitor costs), meaning the amount raised from auction would not clear their debts and they would be held liable to pay back the outstanding £5K + (est) for 12 years
A cash buying company had already offered to buy the property directly for £160K
Instead, the seller accepted a ‘Fixed Price with Zero Fees’ (walk away) offer from us of £190K* (minus our cash advance or any loan secured on the property)* Meaning we would try to sell the property to a 3rd party and our seller would receive £190K if we were successful.
We collected listing material and listed the property for sale by 7th Nov.
We proactively advertised the discounted property to chain free buyers who are able to complete in 28 days in our database of 30,000+ buyers and negotiated with interested parties to find buyers who were willing and able to pay a bigger deposit than our normal rates (£7900 rather than £5000).
We agreed a sale for £205K and our buyer paid the deposit 9th Nov (i.e. just 2 days later).
We paid the full amount of the deposit paid by our buyer to our independent panel solicitor who arranged an emergency court hearing on Nov 11th to halt the eviction. The court agreed and gave the seller 2 months to complete/repay the loan in full.
We paid the seller an interest free cash advance of £3,500 to pay: their solicitor’s fees for attending court; the deposit and 1st months rent on a rented property; and her removal costs
The completion was made slightly more complicated than usual because of the involvment of a Help To Buy company but we liaised with them directly to ensure their needs were met within the timeframe required by the court agreement
The sale completed in less than 6 weeks and the seller walked away with £20K profit after all loans had been paid

Contact us now using our callback form or 0800 612 8659 (free phone, 24/7) to find out how we can help you sell to avoid being evicted and get the best price for your property.

Landlords are rushing to sell while demand for property is high

From dwindling profits to tenant pressure groups and legislative interventions – landlords all over the UK have had enough.

In the last month alone, over 200 landlords contacted Landlord Sales Agency to sell their rental properties and they are enjoying a bumper start to the year with demand for homes increased by 13% in January 2025 compared to the same period in 2024.

With The Renters’ Rights bill receiving its 2nd reading in the House of Lords this week (Tuesday 4th Feb) and a staggering 132% increase in housing disrepair claims against landlords over the last 4 years (often funded by the rise in ’no win, no fee’ offers from solicitors who some might say are eager to cash in the never-ending war on landlords), any landlords who want to escape the feelings of persecution need to act fast.

The solution is clear: get out now while you still can and the property market is booming before The Renters’ Rights bill is passed into law.

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Landlords, it’s time to stop the hassle and sell your property portfolio NOW

The latest news that landlords will have to bear the brunt of paying the £33 million cost of the Renters’ Rights Bill has left many wondering whether now is the time to sell up.

For one landlord, it wasn’t worth all the stress and uncertainty of running his property portfolio, and with new regulations on the way, many landlords are simply saying now is the best time to exit the market.

Landlord Sales Agency helped Alasdair sell 35 of his properties in less than 28 days all for the best price.

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What Serious Property Buyers Are Most Interested In Right Now

The property market is shifting, and it’s becoming clearer every day what serious buyers are really looking for: property companies and blocks of six or more properties. These investment opportunities aren’t just a trend — they’re the most efficient way for buyers to expand their portfolios while keeping costs down. For landlords considering selling, this demand creates a fantastic opportunity to exit the market with a smooth, profitable deal.

Let me explain why these types of purchases are in such high demand and how working with my team at Landlord Sales Agency can help you take full advantage — whether you’re buying or selling.

Why Blocks of Six or More Properties Are So Popular

The tax landscape for property buyers has changed dramatically in recent years, with Stamp Duty Land Tax (SDLT) costs climbing to unprecedented levels. For individual property purchases, the SDLT surcharge now stands at a hefty 5%. But there’s a crucial rule that makes buying in blocks of six or more properties highly attractive: when six or more properties are purchased in a single transaction, non-residential SDLT rates apply.

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Different Ways To Sell Buy-To-Let Property

As has been widely reported, UK landlords are leaving the Private Rented Sector (PRS) for many reasons. From Section 24 and dwindling profits to tenant pressure groups and legislitative interventions – landlords all over the UK have had enough.

According to government data, in Nov 2024 31% of landlords have reported planning to decrease the size of their portfolio in the next two years, including 16% who were planning to sell all their properties but selling buy-to-let property isn’t as easy or straightforward as selling owner occupied properties so we have put together a guide outlining the selling options landlords need to consider.
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Who Wins when landlords’ hands are tied? And who loses?

News last week on Property118 about amendments in the Renters’ Rights Bill, which could allow tenants to move in without paying rent sent a shiver down every landlord’s spine.

The new amendment prevents landlords from accepting rent in advance of a tenancy agreement or more than a month’s rent in advance.

Advance rent agreements offer security to landlords who entrust tenants with properties worth hundreds of thousands of pounds. They prevent tenants without a guarantor from paying one month’s rent and living rent-free for as long as it takes to evict them under Section 8 (currently estimated at 9 –12 months).

They make students, whose grants are paid per term, a safer choice for landlords. Tenants wishing to pay upfront to secure tenancy will lose their advantage. These and any group of people who might be perceived as risk will be the losers in a market where landlords can choose a safer option.

It will offer little benefit to tenants with good credit checks and guarantors.

And the winners? Hostile tenants with less to lose.

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Extending a Lease on a Short Leasehold Property And Why You Should Act Sooner Than Later

In England and Wales, leasehold ownership grants you rights to a property for a fixed term, but not the land it stands on. When a lease runs out the buildings on the land become the property of the freehold (land) owner. Most flats in England and Wales are leasehold.

A standard lease is usually 125 years long. Leasehold properties with a long lease are often only marginally cheaper to buy than freehold properties but as a lease gets shorter, the property reduces in value because of the cost to extend a lease.

When property is bought and sold, the agreement is transferred (NOT renewed) so the new owners are only buying the ownership of the buildings for whatever length of time is remaining on the lease.

Properties with less time can still be bought and sold, but most mortgage providers will only lend money against leasehold properties if the lease has more than 80 years left to run meaning they are typically bought by cash buyers.
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How To Sell Property Fast For The Best Price With Unrivaled Support

How to Sell Property Fast For the Best Price

Selling your property can be overwhelming, with many options available. We believe we have created the perfect solution for people who need to sell their house fast, want a Goldilocks Price (low enough to attract buyers but as high as possible) with the BEST support there is.

We are perfect for anyone wanting to sell a house fast – esp if there are complications such as: selling a tenanted house, selling multiple properties in bulk, selling property in disrepair, selling property with a short lease or selling property to avoid repossession (because we believe we will get you a much better price than your lender and you will avoid fines, court cost, legal bills etc and be in more control of how and when you move).
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What Happens If You Cannot Pay Your Mortgage

What Happens If You Can’t Pay Your Mortgage?

Falling behind on your mortgage can feel overwhelming, but there are steps you can take to regain control. Acting quickly and exploring all your options is key. Your lender will want to recover their money ASAP and you will need to discuss a firm schedule of reayment with them.

National Residential specialise in selling all types of property in as little as 7-28 days andcompleting in 56 days (12 weeks in total) which is normally fast enough for most lenders.

With your permission, we can make arrangement with your lender on your behalf to pay off your debt and stop any repossession process to prevent you being evicted.
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The smarter way UK landlords are selling their buy-to-let properties in bulk

Sell Buy-to-Let Properties Faster: How National Residential / Landlord Sales Agency Can Help

Are you a landlord looking to sell your buy-to-let properties fast? At National Residential, we specialise in helping landlords sell their property portfolios quickly and for the best possible price, no matter what challenges are involved.

Take, for example, a landlord from Wandsworth who recently contacted us. He needed to sell his entire property porfolio fast… every property was tenanted and he needed to sell during a Covid lockdown.

We sold all 5 properties in less than a month, releasing over £500,000 in cash with absolutely no hassle, worry, or stress. Our team handled every step of the process, resolving any issues along the way.

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Landlords: Should You Hold or Sell Before Time Runs Out To Act Before The Renters’ Rights bill becomes law?

Landlords across the country are facing a dilemma: with rising costs, new legislation, and market uncertainty creating a perfect storm, many landlords are left wondering — should I hold onto my properties or sell before it’s too late?

The property market isn’t just changing — it’s transforming, and the choices you make today could define your financial future.

If you are unsure of what to do you are not alone – just look at the number of landlords questioning issues or raising points in reply to Property118 articles.

Many landlords have already taken the decision to cash out and walk away from the sector with their profits safe and intact but with demand for properties sky-high, and with talk of an interest rate cut in February, selling your property portfolio may not be the right decision for everyone at this moment in time.

There is no decision that will be correct for all landlords – it depends on many things including cash flow, tenants, profit, inclination and property condition. The one thing that is certain: every landlord in the UK should be looking at their portfolio and weighing up their options before the Renter’s Rights bill becomes law because it will create changes that will affect every landlord in England.

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Is now the perfect time to sell your properties?

News this week of the Renters’ Rights Bill returning to Parliament and getting ever closer to becoming law by the summer of this year has sent alarm bells ringing.

Abolition of Section 21, banning advance rent payments and more powers given to councils to fine landlords, ha

ve created a perfect storm in the private rented sector.

For landlords like myself, the Renters’ Rights Bill is the final nail in the coffin. Many of us are now looking at our portfolios and asking, “Is it time to step away?”

It may seem like no one is on the side of landlords, but we understand you’ve looked after your portfolio and your tenants, and now you might be considering selling due to the mounting challenges.

You may think selling tenanted properties will be tough and take years to complete, this is where Landlord Sales Agency comes in.

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Kick-off your 2025 with cash in the bank by selling your property portfolio

2024 was a tough year for landlords, with Labour winning the general election and introducing new legislation that will make it even more difficult for landlords to operate in the sector.

The introduction of the Renters’ Rights Bill, EPC upgrades back on the cards, and the Budget all contributed to the strain, and left many landlords throwing in the towel.

As we move into 2025, the challenges will continue, with the Renters’ Rights Bill returning to Parliament next week and potentially becoming law by summer this year.

It’s no wonder in 2025, many landlords are simply looking for a way out and considering selling up.

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Why My Pool of 30,000 Investors Are Looking for Blocks of Six or More Properties – and How You Could Benefit

I’ve been working with landlords for years, and if there’s one thing I’ve noticed recently, it’s this: demand for blocks of six or more properties has skyrocketed. We’ve seen a spike in enquiries of buyers wanting to buy several properties at once to kick-start their portfolios.

These aren’t old landlords, they’re new landlords with fresh investment and property buying companies looking to add to their corporate portfolios. What does this mean? What it means is that if you’re a landlord who’s been in the business for a while, and wants to shift your properties, this could be the ideal time to tap into that demand.

We’re not just talking a few buyer enquiries, my network of 30,000+ buyers are actively seeking them right now.

So if you’re looking to sell, and you want to connect directly to serious buyers looking to purchase properties like yours, you’ll want to read on.

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Landlords: Get Your Properties Sold Fast and Cash in the Bank ASAP!

Thousands of landlords are feeling the pinch as rising costs, talk of rent caps, and upcoming EPC regulations add pressure to an already challenging rental market.

Landlords don’t want to be stuck waiting years to sell their property. For landlords like Shauna, who had to wait eight years to sell 14 properties, turning to Landlord Sales Agency helped her finally move her portfolio.

When Shauna contacted us she was able to sell the remaining 23 properties of her portfolio in under 16 days.

Shauna says she was shocked at just how fast we were able to find a buyer and all for the best price possible.

We help hundreds of landlords every day, like Shauna, get a quick sale and cash in the bank before the New Year.

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Rescue your Investment and move on: We’ll sell your properties in under 28 Days

We’re two months away from December. New legislations, tax, and changes for tenants are around the corner, and understandably the race to sell before the end of the year is well and truly on.

Last week a whopping 71 landlords contacted us looking to sell. Their biggest worry? They didn’t want to just get rid of their buy-to-let portfolios, they wanted to get rid of them as fast as they possibly could. The feedback was unanimous: “we want to sell quickly, and we don’t mind taking a small cut to get rid of the properties straight away.”

Why? Because, put simply, it looks like we’re about to reach a turning point where the property portfolios that many older landlords have built over the years are more work and cost then they are gain. For many landlords, that crisis boiling point is now.

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No change to CGT, but four landlords say: we’re out!

It’s been tense week this week as landlords waited patiently for Rachel Reeves’ Autumn Budget. As the countdown began to the Chancellor’s announcement, the biggest fear for landlords was a possible hike in Capital Gains Tax.

Yet to the utter relief of the entire landlord sector, the day passed with the news that CGT was going to remain the same for buy-to-let properties. Property investors didn’t walk away completely unscathed, however. As Mortgage Solutions reported, the Chancellor announced that the stamp duty surcharge on the purchase of second properties would be increased from 3% to 5%.

Despite the overall good news, many landlords have remained in brace position and have reached out to exit the market and sell their buy-to-lets.

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The Property Ombudsman (TPO) Member

Help & Advice To Resolve Property Sales Disputes

The TPO provides consumers with free, impartial and independent advice for all types of property sales. Its Redress Scheme has been providing consumers and property agents with an independent dispute resolution service since 1990.

It is a government approved scheme to provide independent rulings designed to achieve a full and final settlement of disputes and all claims made by either party. Continue reading The Property Ombudsman (TPO) Member →

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