To get ahead with buy-to-let mortgage deals, you need to be smart - have a plan, be ready for anything. But it's also wise to plan for profits - there is a world of tax break opportunities for clever buy-to-let mortgage landlords out there, it's just a matter of being in the know. So get to know these top tips for profiteering before you sign on the dotted line and you will be amazed by what you can save.

Get the right product Part of making the most of your buy-to-let mortgage is getting the right buy-to-let mortgage. So know what you want from the start and don't deter from it. There are big savings to be made on the interest payable on borrowings secured on a buy-to-let property - if the money is used for repair or purchase of another buy-to-let mortgage property, it can be off-set against the rents received. Of course, if you want to make these savings you have to know your mortgage will be able to cope with the extra finance - so get the right product to make tax savings.

Be ready for all eventualities Nothing is certain, so before you sign up for a buy-to-let mortgage, get your will in order. If something happens, you don't want your family losing out because you didn't make precautions - with or without you, a buy-to-let mortgage is a great benefit for your family. Also, be sure to be on top of any Inheritance Tax or Capital Gains Tax issues that can arise from your second property - make sure your family will get as much of your hard-earned asset as possible.

Don't miss the business breaks Being a buy-to-let mortgage landlord means being a businessperson. And a business has a lot of tax allowances to be reaped - like the £1,500 allowance the Government offers when improving the energy performance of a rental property. But there is more - legal fees, accountancy fees and repairs and maintenance are all tax deductible, as well as water rates, insurance and even little things like transport costs for visiting the property and the outgoings for advertising the property. To really make savings on your buy-to-let mortgage venture, you have to think like a businessperson. Those who do not are only going to miss out on all the breaks.

Earn when you sell There is also scope to save if you choose to end your buy-to-let mortgage - the tax rate on profits from sales of holiday homes or buy-to-let mortgage investments has been slashed from as much as 22% recently. So if you use your head, you can make even more money from your second property in the future.

Get professional help The only way to make sure of all these breaks and savings with your buy-to-let mortgage is to get professional advice. Talk to your financial adviser and let them help you create a plan of action that will help you make the most of your buy-to-let mortgage.