An investment property is a long-term commitment. A few honest questions at the start can save a great deal of stress later.

The questions

  • What is my goal: income, growth or a balance of both?
  • How would I cope if the property sat vacant for a while?
  • Which costs will recur every year?
  • How long can I comfortably hold it?
  • Who will manage it day to day?

Think beyond the purchase price

Rates, insurance, maintenance and management all sit alongside the loan repayments. A realistic yearly figure gives a truer picture than the headline price.

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