The nationwide survey revealed significant concerns over proposed rent controls, property taxes, and regulatory changes.

Alongside the rate reductions, the lender has also announced the launch of a new two-year, fixed-rate product for Professional borrowers.

The specialist lender has also launched a new limited edition buy-to-let product on a 5-year fixed term of up to 65% LTV.

Potential policies being floated by the major parties include tax relief for selling to existing tenants, an extension of ‘Awaab’s Law’, and stricter EPC demands.

Rents have grown by 6.7% % in the year to June as the summer surge begins.

Tenants in situ present several opportunities for buy-to-let investors

Following the reductions, rates on selected products will start at 4.99%

83% of landlords said they’d be inclined to vote for a party that reinstated tax relief for landlords.

According to the lender, the new product has been launched to help property investors ride out a period of uncertainty in the market.

Enquiries for advice ahead of incoming tax changes for furnished holiday lets are on the rise, according to Handelsbanken Wealth & Asset Management.