To estimate the market rental income, we need to conduct a market survey. This is a simple process and you should do this at least annually, preferably more frequently. You can do a search on Rightmove or your favourite portal to see what similar properties are being marketed for right now. The closer the comparables, the better the estimate. You can also “shop” your properties by calling some local letting agents to ask them what the property could let for in the current market. Call as both a landlord and a tenant and see if the answers differ. To avoid overly optimistic estimates, ask the
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