5 Reasons You’re Not Finding Deals — And How to Fix That

If you're struggling to find a decent buy-to-let deal right now, you’re not alone.

The UK property market has changed. Good opportunities are harder to come by — and if you're relying solely on Rightmove alerts and wishful thinking, you're going to be waiting a while.

Here are 5 reasons most investors aren’t finding deals — and what to do about it:

1.⁠ ⁠You're Only Looking on the Market

By the time it hits Rightmove or Zoopla, 50 other people have seen it too. Most of the best deals we source come through agents we’ve built long-term relationships with, not listings anyone can view online.

Fix: Build relationships or work with someone who already has them.

2.⁠ ⁠Your Numbers Are Outdated

A few years ago, everyone wanted 10%+ yields. Today, if you want a good location and strong tenant demand, you might need to settle for slightly lower — or look further afield.

Fix: Be flexible on yield, location, or strategy. We can help benchmark what’s realistic in the current market.

3.⁠ ⁠You’re Too Area-Specific

If you're only looking in “South Manchester” or “close to home,” you’re ruling out 90% of the market. Great deals don’t care about your postcode preference.

Fix: Get clear on your investment goals — not just geography.

4.⁠ ⁠You're Not Moving Fast Enough

If a deal is good, it’s gone. You need to be able to view, offer, and instruct solicitors quickly — ideally as a cash buyer or with AIP in place.

Fix: Have your funding ready, decision criteria clear, and team lined up.

5.⁠ ⁠You're Doing It Alone

Property is a team sport. Trying to find, view, negotiate, refurb, and let a property by yourself (especially if you're abroad or time-poor) will burn you out fast.

Fix: Partner with a sourcing agent you trust. That’s where we come in.

At Manchester Sourcing, we specialise in finding real, profitable deals — often before they hit the open market. And we match each one to the right investor.

If you’re ready to stop scrolling and start scaling,

👉 Book a call with us here and let’s see how we can help.