Things To Know About Real Estate Investing As A Beginner

When you think of real estate investment, what is the first thing that comes to your mind – owning a property and hoping to grow its value over a period.

You might also think that real estate investment needs a lot of money. In today’s world, there are a variety of other ways to invest in real estate that fit any budget. However, each solution carries a different level of risk.  

Let’s get you started with the basics of real estate investment. 

Different Types of Real Estate Investments

1. Purchasing a Primary Home

You are doing a long-term commitment when you purchase your primary residence. When you rent it, you pay your own mortgage instead of your landlord’s which helps you build your net worth.

2. House Flipping

House flipping has become trendy thanks to HGTV shows. When done correctly, it can be very rewarding. A house flip involves purchasing a “fixer-upper” with a lot of promise, renovating it quickly and then selling it for profit.

3. Rental Property Investments 

If you are a risk-averse, who considers house flipping too stressful, you might invest in a rental property instead. You can buy a rental property in a friendly neighbourhood that appeals to renters and then eventually rent it out.

4. Purchasing a Vacation Property

When purchasing a holiday home, it is important to think about why you are buying it. Is it solely for pleasure? Is it a place to unwind- away from the daily grind or is it primarily an investment? If the latter, purchasing in a prime location (e.g., near a lake, at an hour or two drive from the city) could get you a decent profit.

5. Assignments for Pre-Sale Condos

If you are looking for a way to invest in real estate that is both passive and profitable, then you might be interested in pre-sale condo assignments.  

When you, the investor/buyer, sell the rights to a finished condo to another buyer before he completed the condo, it is known as a pre-sale condo assignment. Since you sign over the rights to the new buyer, it is considered an “Assignment”. 

Investing in Real Estate: Practical Approach

From scouting properties to making your purchase, some of the common steps you will take as a real estate investor include: 

1. Getting Prepared

Determine what you want in a property and the form of property that best fits your requirements, investment criteria, and objectives. 

2. Seeking help

Choose a mentor to help you with your first real estate purchase. Select a real estate agent with enough experience in catering to a diverse clientele in order to recognize possible listings. You should represent your interests to a vendor. You will also want to employ an accountant, financial advisor, lawyer, appraiser, and other advisors, depending on the purchase.

3. Getting Funds

Determine how much mortgage lending you qualify for and how much debt you can handle. Get preapproval for mortgage financing from your financial institution or a mortgage broker after you worked out your mortgage preferences. 

4. Paying Attention to Details

Decide where you want to invest and look out for various options available in your desired region. With the support of your advisors, build a shortlist of properties that you’re interested in, noting the advantages and disadvantages of each. Make an appointment to see the properties on your shortlist to confirm or correct your initial impressions.

5. Making the Move

With the help of your real estate agent and the attorney, you have hired to handle the sale, compose an offer for the house. Include reasonable provisions in your bid, based on their recommendations and your ability to get sufficient financing. Calculate the closure costs and set aside funds to cover them.

6. Solving Queries 

Proceed with caution and don’t delete any terms from the sale until you’re fully satisfied. This involves making sure the property inspection is sufficient and that any unresolved title issues are resolved. For added protection and peace of mind, purchase title insurance.

7. Proceeding with the Purchase

Go on with the property acquisition, close the deal and take ownership. Depending on the type of property you’ve purchased, you might move in and rent out the basement or you might introduce yourself to the tenants and help them improve their lives while still increasing the value of your property.

Conclusion:

Consider a few realistic factors when deciding between an adorable rental property in the middle of nowhere and a shack in need of repair with long-term promise. 

a) A house that is undervalued in a pleasant neighbourhood has a higher chance of increasing in value than one that is overpriced in a declining neighbourhood. 
b) To keep your profits ahead of expenditures, remember to weigh expected revenue against operating costs. 

We believe that everyone, regardless of their income or savings level, should invest in real estate. In the real estate industry, there is a saying that goes, “Don’t wait to invest in real estate; invest in real estate and wait”. So our advice for you is to take action right now!  You can learn more about different aspects of real estate investment from the following articles.

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