The basic rules shared by all successful long term investors
Thursday, January 16
You could argue that in every asset class there are investors and traders. Traders buy and sell assets quickly making a profit from the different price points. Most are full time professionals and know precise and minute details intimately and react rapidly to gain a profit (or loss). Inve...
Launching a smartphone app for real estate investors
Tuesday, November 19
Hi everybody Today I am very proud to announce the launch of an innovative smart phone app for buyers keen to research potential opportunities while on the move. Our app can be accessed on all iPhone & Android devices and has been designed to be a treasure trove of informatio...
Think long term: What should your portfolio look like in 2020?
Wednesday, September 12
At the height of the real estate boom, it would probably be fair to say that far too many people invested in short time scales without giving sufficient consideration to tax, finance, cashflow, underlying demand and an exit strategy.Just because prices are a lot lower now doesn´t mean the same mi...
What you can and can´t expect from a property manager
Wednesday, September 12
A property manager generally has two roles to play: keeping the property owner happy and keeping the tenant happy. It´s not an easy job and is very labor intensive.Michael Zuber wrote a great blog last week regarding why a person capable of managing their own properties should consider using a pr...
How to avoid buying real estate that does not suit your budget or needs
Tuesday, July 24
You might think that people don´t rush into buying real estate any more.Surely we have learned from all the crazy and ill considered purchases made during the boom?People consider all factors carefully before signing on the dotted line right?Nope, I´m afraid not. - Peer pressure still exists.- Pe...
Preparing for vacancies & repairs when building a property portfolio
Tuesday, July 24
Whether you are buying a mansion next door to Tiger Woods in Windermere or a modest condo in Dr Philips, a person building a portfolio will experience all sorts of expenses relating to repairs and vacancies. For that reason, rosy income and expenditure predictions in promotional materials should ...