1.Preface

2.The Property Ladder
Opportunities; Will Buying To Let Work For Me?; Can I Afford It?;

3.Location
Choosing The Right Area; Choosing The Right Property; What Have I Got To Offer?;

4.Preparing Your Property
Appealing To The Largest Market; How Should I Decorate And Furnish My Property?; How To Decorate; Buying Furniture And Equipment; Safety;

5.A Look At The Rooms On Offer
Available Rooms; What To Provide In Each Room;

6.Marketing
Grading Your Property; Using A Holiday Company; Marketing The Property Yourself; Advertising; Deciding How Much To Charge; Charging For Extras; How Long Is The Holiday Season?;

7.Bookings
Deposit And Balances; Cancellations; How Many Bookings Can I Expect?; How Can I Increase My Bookings?; Shorts Breaks And Discounts;

8.Maintenance
Maintaining The Property Yourself; Employing The Service Of A Housekeeper;

9.Receiving Guests
Arrivals;

10.Inventories And Check Lists
Listing And Checking Contents; Breakages;

11.The Financial Aspect
Council Tax; Value Added Tax; Capital Gains Tax; Inheritance Tax; Taxable Profit; Allowable Expenses; Capital Allowances; Working Out Your Taxable Profit Or Loss; Profit Or Loss?;