Becoming a property investor can be exciting, daunting and profitable in equal measure. Making a profit through rental income is an excellent way of creating healthy cash flow, as well as potentially gaining equity through capital growth. But there are quite a few factors to consider before diving into the world of being a landlord. One of the most basic parts of the investment equation is understanding the concept and specifics of “rental yield”. ...

Purchasing an apartment, house or commercial property and making a profit through rental income can be an excellent investment — but it’s not for everybody. You might not think there’s much to it: purchase a place, install a tenant and receive your rent money, right? On the surface that is indeed the way you go about it; but there is a lot more ...

Property investing to make a profit by renting out is no longer the domain of the traditional wealthy landlord stereotype. Anyone with the means to secure and service a mortgage can purchase a house or apartment and rent it out to tenants with the view to (hopefully) making a profit. There are, of course, caveats to that, and it’s important not only to do your research, but also engage the help and advice of property experts before you make any financial commitment. ...

When you’re considering becoming a landlord, it’s not quite as simple as sticking a pin in a map, purchasing a house or apartment, installing a tenant and sitting back to count your money every month. Although we all wish that were true… You’ve no doubt heard the saying “location, location, location”? It may sound like a cliché, but ...