It starts bringing in money immediately
So you’ve found a piece of property that looks primed to make you money after a lot of renovations? Don’t even think of putting your money there. Look for a home that will earn you rent from day one. It’s the general rule in real estate to start making profits the moment you buy property.
Properties are getting snapped up in the neighborhood
Before committing to a purchase, do your research on how many days on market homes are spending in the neighborhood. If there seems to be a general rush among other real estate investors to buy in that area, then it’s a sure sign that prices and rent will soon hike. So move in quickly and make your investment.
High-end chains are setting up in the area
Before top brands set up business in an area, they pay researchers lots of money to research on what residents will live in the neighborhood. The presence of high-end stores in the area you want to invest in is a good indication that you’ll get high-quality tenants. That means you can buy property with confidence.
The tenants have a good payment history
Sometimes, you are lucky enough to buy property that already has tenants. Before you rush to sign any documents, however, run a background check to find whether the tenants have a history of evictions or always pay on time. If their history appears squeaky clean, then you’ve found prime property.
There are always easy ways to tell whether a piece of property is worth investing in or not. With some research and patience, you can always tell the cash cows from the turkeys.