Recent boom partly driven by retirees wanting better return on savings . Estate agents say it puts greater strain on Britain 's limited housing stock . Industry predicts even more will buy modest homes to rent out from the beginning of the year . New reforms will make it easier for over-55s to cash in on their pensions .
Recent boom partly driven by retirees wanting better return on savings . Estate agents say it puts greater strain on Britain 's limited housing stock . Industry predicts even more will buy modest homes to rent out from April . New reforms will make it easier for over-55s to cash in on their pensions .