Allison Lee, "How to Buy And Let a Holiday Cottage"
2006 | pages: 241 | ISBN: 1845281225 | PDF | 17,8 mb

If you're interested in buying a holiday home for your own use and as an investment, this book will provide you with a step-by-step guide. It will show you how to: source the right property for income and capital growth; prepare your property for letting; take your property to market; get the best from agents if you decide to use one; take bookings and deal with cancellations; manage the maintenance and cleaning; receive guests and secure repeat business; and manage the finances and make a profit.
REVIEWS:
"Simply the best guide to investing in a second home"
AUTHOR BIOG:
Allison Lee first ventured into the property market with her husband several years ago. They have since bought and sold two properties to enable them to be in a position to purchase a harbour side cottage in Cumbria. With many advanced bookings and a booming UK holiday market it has been an enjoyable - and rewarding - experience.
CONTENTS:
Preface Acknowledgements 1. The property ladder 2. Location 3. Preparing your property 4. A look at the rooms on offer 5. Marketing 6. Bookings 7. Maintenance 8. Receiving guests 9. Inventories and checklists 10. The financial aspect Useful addresses and websites Index