Over the past six years I've worked with many estate agents looking to manage my rental properties. And whenever it took time to fill up an empty apartment they'd tell me “the market is slow this time of year”.
They weren't all lying to me. Considering the post-2008 property market it hasn't been smooth sailing for anyone.
South Africa's economy is struggling and people are finding it ha... ››› more
I bought my first rental property at the age of 22. Luckily it turned out a great investment.
But since then I've learnt a lot.
Truth be told, there's a heap of things I wish someone had told me about when I first got started in property back then.
The time, the money it could've saved me... I sure as heck would have gone a lot further a lot faster if I'd had a clue about some things.
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I don't like having to look for new tenants, setting up rental contracts, or making sure payments have been made each month.
That's why I'm always on the lookout for opportunities to make my life easier.
And I've found just that.
Without dealing with an estate agent, or meeting up with a single person you can get:
Higher rental income than you currently get (7% on average)
Guaranteed ... ››› more
When you first decide to invest in a property the excitement pumps you up. Your heart starts racing, you already see the cash rolling in…
But before your ambitions run away with your good judgement you should take a step back and evaluate whether the property you're looking to invest in will provide you with growth - or is it a cash-trap that'll suck your wallet dry.
What to look for in ... ››› more
Right now there's a shift happening in the South African property investment space that's perfect if you're a property investor that wants to get your money into the rental property game.
Demand for buying property is falling quickly and more people are looking to rent property right now. This is because the weakening rand, banks tightening their lending criteria and the general increase in co... ››› more
Last week a property investors told me that: “Property in SA is too big a risk. New laws coming out soon will limit property ownership to two properties and there will be no foreign ownership allowed.”
Is this true? Should you up and sell your property right now, or is there hope left for the South African property sector?
The truth about new property laws – it’s not as bad as yo... ››› more
“Investing in property doesn't make money any more. I should rather sell everything and put my money in the bank.”
That's the words of a friend of mine, Jaco, whilst we spoke about property investing the other day.
Jaco owns a number of properties but feels that he's not making enough money from them to keep on bothering investing in property.
The thing is, after investigating the ... ››› more
Many investors are afraid of investing in property because they simply don't know how to get started and what to expect from their property investments.
The truth is investing in rental property is a great way to increase your monthly income and grow your long-term investment portfolio.
Today, let's look at three benefits of investing in property and why you should consider property rental... ››› more
So, you're looking at an investment property right now. It's well located and you expect it could appreciate in value.
But it costs R400,000 for a 32sqm bachelor's flat.
Is that overpaying or not?
After all, the price you pay for an investment property is the difference between ten years of profits and ten years of losses.
Well, to me the easiest way to figure this out is to know how ... ››› more
Whenever I speak to investors I hear “The property market is dead” or “Property is so expensive, there are no good deals out there”.
I recently read an article about a financial advisor who was telling investors they're looking at single digit yields if they invest in property. The article went on to tell them that the stock market is the ONLY place they should be investing.
That's ... ››› more
The rental housing amendment bill has been tabled in front of the national assembly and passed. Now all that's needed is the passing of a resolution and for the president to sign it.
And as soon as that happens you, as a landlord, will have six months to comply with the bill or you could be held criminally liable according to the act - with up to two years jail time!
That's why you need to m... ››› more
Have you decided to invest in rental property in order to generate a passive income each month? Being a landlord is not for everyone - you need to be prepared if you want to succeed in this business.
Before deciding which rental property to buy, you need to do your homework. There are certain aspects and factors to take into consideration before making a choice.
In order to choose a profitabl... ››› more
Many people are turning to rental property as a way to diversify their investments and secure their financial future. Real estate remains one of the more stable investments.
Before investing in rental property, you should take into consideration certain factors, such as the risks involved, the annual expenses, and the expected rental income.
How can you know whether investing in rental prope... ››› more
Your tenant has just moved out of the apartment you rented to them for four years. Interest rates are up, your bond repayment is up and you can't afford to keep the apartment empty - cash is too tight.
What do you do?
Stick the first person willing to rent it from you into the property?
And you convince yourself there’s no need to do a credit check? Or that the fact this person doesn’t... ››› more
Is it possible for you to double, even triple your money in a few short years through investing in property?
The answer is YES!
And you only need two things!
Let me explain…
Two things that’ll help you double your money in a few short years
You need to find incredible value
Value investing for property is no different to value investing in shares. You need to find an asse... ››› more
There are two big secrets in making rental property work for you. One has to do with the classic “location, location, location” axiom. The other is about the condition of the property you buy. Here's what property expert, Mark Ford says you need to keep in mind when deciding on the right rental property to buy.
When buying rental property, it needs to tick these two criteria
1. Buy prop... ››› more
Most investors start their property investment portfolio with a townhouse. And it makes sense. After all, they're easy to rent, often cheaper than a stand-alone house and usually in high demand. If you're considering following suit, make sure you pay attention to these five townhouse property investment tips. They'll help ensure you don't make the mistake of buying the wrong unit…
Before you ... ››› more
There's more than one way to make big money with property investing. You can rent it out… Buy-and-flip it… And even take advantage of HMO. But what exactly is HMO and how do you go about buying property that's right for it? Read on to discover the answer…
What is HMO property?
An HMO property is one that’s been designated a “House with Multiple Occupation”.
That means indivi... ››› more
One of the biggest mistakes people make when investing in property is not considering how much time it actually takes to manage a rental property. That's where a letting agent can help. But do you actually need one?
How to tell if you need a letting agent to manage your rental property for you
According to Francois Joubert, author of Become a Master Property Investor in 90 Days, there are a... ››› more
A well-presented property will let much quicker, for a better rent and to a better tenant than a scruffy one. You may be lucky enough to find a suitable property in excellent condition, but often you'll need to do some work. Read on to find out which improvements are worthwhile…
When you own a property to rent out, it’s important it’s in a good condition for potential tenants. But you don... ››› more
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