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Making Money as a Property Investor


Posted: 13th August 2018 08:30

There are many great ways to make lots of money these days but one tried and tested way that has made a lot of people very wealthy is property investment. Whether you purchase properties to fix and flip or whether you opt for the longer term buy to let route, you can make plenty of profit from this type of investment as long as you make the right decisions.
 
One of the key decisions you need to make is where you should purchase the property, because location is extremely important to your success. You will struggle to find anyone to buy or rent a home in an area that is known for high crime levels or has no suitable amenities or facilities. However, a simple address search online will enable you to learn more about the area so you can make a more informed choice.
 
Buying and property to fix and flip
 
If you want to make short term monetary gains through property investment, one of the things you can do is purchase a property that you can fix up and then sell on right away. If you do thing such as go to property auctions, you can get some great deals on property including various foreclosed properties that the banks are trying to get rid of quickly. This means you can make a very shrewd investment by purchasing a property at a low price, doing it up, and then selling it at full market value. If you are in the building trade or know people that are, it can be even more lucrative because you can get the work done cheaply without sacrificing on quality. Once the property is done up, you can simply put it on the market and make a huge profit.
 
Buying a property to rent out
 
Another option you have when it comes to property investment is to buy a property that you can rent out for a monthly rental income. This is ideal if you are looking for a steady, long term investment opportunity. There are many people who are eager to rent homes because they cannot afford to get their own property or prefer not to be lumbered with a mortgage. This is great news for investors, as it means a steady stream of people that would be willing to rent their property. You can look forward to earning a healthy monthly income from the rent on the property and you still have the option of giving notice to your tenants and selling the property in the event you need to make a large sum of money quickly. Alternatively, you can pass the property down within the family providing your loved ones with greater financial security in the future.
 
A great way to invest
 
No matter which of these two routes you decide to take, property investment is an excellent choice if you want to make serious money. It is something that is always in demand and you can make a very healthy profit.