Things to Consider When Buying an Investment Property

When looking for a investment property one needs to consider a few factors:

Firstly you wants to ensure you will yield a good rental return. You want to buy your investment property at a good price so that your rental income covers your bond cost. 

To maximize your investment one must secure a rental income that covers your bond cost, levy, rates and hopefully spares a profit.

Secondly your investment property needs to be positioned in an area that has a large rental pool. The more people that want to rent in a certain area minimizes the risk of having a vacant property. Remember for a great investment property you will need a tenant to cover your property expenses. You want to look for a property in an area close to schools, universities, malls, parks, gyms, transport hubs, freeways or other perks that attract renters. Properties situated close to Universities are an excellent example of a great investment property. Universities host thousands of students from all over the country and those students need a place to call home.Please do not hesitate to contact me should you have any enquiries or wish to discuss further property options. I would love to meet you and help you find the perfect investment property.

The third factor to consider is they type of property you purchase.  Sectional title units (apartments) are a great selection for an investment property. Statistics show that the best rental return is earned on a one bedroom apartment! 
A four-bedroom full title property might yield 5% while a one-bedroom sectional title could yield 11%. Some investments as holiday rentals may require too much time and management to make them a worthy investing. 
Sectional Title units often form part of a body corporate that are responsible for the gardens, maintenance and security which means less hassle.

If you are interested in buying an investment property please have a look at my website for some great investment properties. De Wijnlanden and De Werf is situated in the heart of the Stellenbosch Winelands opposite Meerlust Wine Estate only 14 km outside of Stellenbosch central. Easy access to freeways makes commuting to Stellenbosch, Somerset West, Durbanville and Cape Town a pleasure. Surrounded by the magnificent Helderberg mountains and bordered by the lush vineyards of Meerlust, De Wijnlanden/De Werf is rapidly being elevated to its deserved position as a premier and sought after estate. This coveted lifestyle is under high demand by tenants and suited to investment buyers with an active rental market yielding a great rental return.

If you would like have a look at the Estate please come check out this show house we are hosting on Saturday 26th July between 11:00 and 12:00. Please let me know if you would like to join us so I can send you directions and add you to the guest list with Security. You can view this listing link: 

You may still be looking for the perfect investment property or you may be ready to make an offer, either way its worth popping in and having a look at what this beautiful apartment has to offer.

 Have a wonderful week!