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Sell vs rent out
One path turns the house into cash and closure. The other turns it into a small business with tenants, tax and repairs.
If the stress is already loud
| Factor | Sell (cash or market) | Rent out |
|---|---|---|
| Access to capital | Lump sum at completion | Equity stays locked; rent arrives monthly |
| Ongoing workload | Ends at completion | Compliance, repairs, tenants, accounting |
| Main risks | Sale price / buyer fall-through | Voids, arrears, legislation, rate rises |
| Tax picture | CGT may apply on gains (advice needed) | Income tax on rent; reliefs and costs matter |
| Typical timeline | Weeks (cash) to months (agent) | Ongoing — often years |
| Best for | Deadlines, stress exits, clean breaks | Investors and accidental landlords with capacity |
Full narrative: should I sell or rent out my house. Cost deep-dive: costs of renting out. Emotional case for selling: why sell instead of renting out. Local lettings help: Kerrigans. Need a dated sale? get a cash offer.