Purchasing a buy-to-let property is a popular and relatively safe long-term investment strategy. This is because the property market is resilient, and historically it has shown consistent growth. Of course, past results cannot guarantee future performance. But, even in times of adversity, the property market has always recovered and exceeded previous levels.
Unlike short-term property strategies, such as buy-to-sell (commonly known as "flipping"), buy-to-let property investment benefits from rental income and capital appreciation (growth in property value over time). Generally, it is much more hands-off. The buyer only needs to front the money and then instruct a management agency to handle the day-to-day affairs. This makes buy-to-let ideal for investors looking for a passive income stream.