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The property market has done a downturn. Prices are crashing around your ears. So does this mean that you should get out of property investment? No this is actually a golden opportunity to increase your property portfolio. When you are buying property it does not really matter whether the market is up or down unless you are considering selling in the short term. If you are holding long term then you have to accept the market fluctuations with an inevitable upward trajectory over the years. If you can buy at the lower end of the cycle that is the best time to buy but very often it is hard to tell precisely where the market is at.
If the market is experiencing a severe downturn it is a great time to be buying because there will be a large number of bargains. Just check the foreclosure lists and mortgagee auctions. You can pick and choose and buy at rock bottom prices. A word of caution, however, do not get too negatively geared because this is how most investors get themselves into trouble in the first place. Go for positive gearing. In other words make sure your rental income equals or exceeds your outgoing including mortgage repayments. If you have other income you may be able to stand an extra $100 or more per month to top up the mortgage but try to avoid it. There is nothing so good as sleeping easy at night knowing that the mortgage payments are taken care of. Negative gearing is ok if you have a really good income and a tax problem.
If the property market is rising rapidly you can be confident that the value of your investment is increasing. That is where your profit is and you should be able to sell relatively easily if necessary. However, that was when the market was buoyant but now the reality is that the market has dropped and you need to be able to hold long term without any worries. It may take a few years before we hit healthy real estate selling conditions again, let alone a property boom.
Meanwhile , concentrate on positive gearing and steadily increasing returns. This is a long term game and always has been. Look at property investing from a business perspective and do the sums before you buy. You need a decent return on investment and you need the rental return to cover or nearly cover the mortgage expenditure.
Having said all that, there is no getting away from the fact that with good research and due diligence the down and depressed market presents serious investors with the best opportunities to build a portfolio of profitable properties for long term gains.
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Article author: Philip Keller
Sharjah is one of the most famous emirates of the UAE. In fact, this place is most famous because of the cricket tournaments that were held in this place in the nineties. It is one of the most famous cities in the world and in fact, it is known around the world for its cultural richness. Sharjah houses the famous Al Jazeirah Fun Park and the Al Buheira Corniche which are the two favorite destinations for children. When it comes to the UAE, Sharjah is the place to be.
All these attractions for the city mean that it is a great place for investment in the real estate. Already the real estate scene in UAE is thriving and the attractions that Sharjah poses makes it even more lucrative.
If you really want to invest in real estate, and you want to get some extra funds your way, mortgage is the thing to do. Considering the current trend in property investment, the value of any property increases by about 5% every year. Although this rate varies from time to time and depends upon the property, if you are investing in Sharjah, you can rest assured that you will gain a lot. Rental property is a very good thing to invest in when it comes to investment in Sharjah. There are many people who come to Sharjah for a vacation and therefore investing in rental property is a good thing to do. This makes it a very good prospect in the investment business. This kind of investment in Sharjah is sure to fetch you very good returns. In case you want to go for investment, you can stick to investing in vacation rental property.
If you rent a property in Sharjah, then you will face certain limitations. You will not be able to do what you want with the property. However, in case you buy a property in Sharjah then you have free reign to do what you want with it. Although certain minute changes in the property that you rent, any major change in the property is out of bounds. When you actually own a property in Sharjah, you can make any change in the property. However, you need to get the approval from a planning office. This opportunity can be used very well if you are able to use it to your advantage. You can make some changes that will enable you to raise the rent of your property.
The next part that you need to think about is how you will finance your property. In fact, there are many people who even mortgage their property in order to finance their property in Sharjah. However, you must take into account your own financial status before going for the mortgage. If you are not careful enough, then one bad step can culminate in the loss of your property.
When it comes to the property, you will be spoilt for choice when it comes to Sharjah. It offers you everything from a one or two bedroom apartment to an entire house. Even a villa is not out of bounds if you have the budget to buy it. You can choose from a normal villa to a beach front villa. You even have the option of investment in property for office use.
If you feel confused with all the options that are available when it comes to investing in Sharjah, you can seek the help of a real agent. They will give you all the necessary information about the legal procedures when it comes to investment in Sharjah.
William King is the director of Aid and Trade Wholesale Dropshippers Directory: http://www.aidandtrade.com , Pakistan Property & Real Estate Portal: http://www.zameen.com , and Dubai & UAE Property & Real Estate Portal: http://www.bayut.com . He has 18 years of experience in the marketing and trading industries and has been helping retailers, entrepreneurs and startups with their product sourcing, promotion, marketing and supply chain requirements.
Article author: William King
Buy to let property is a fantastic way to ensure your future. Why are there so many people interested in purchasing properties? Instead of investing your hard earned money in the stock market some people recommend that you buy properties to let because it can be a much safer and stable way to earn money on your investment. In fact, those people that formerly relied on the dividends provided by shares to build up their pensions are now turning to this type of investment.
Michael Flannagan, a property owner explains why everyone is interested in buying property: “I can trust that my properties will be worth something in the future. It’s not like shares where I don’t have any guarantees and nail biting is common.”
People are buying up property as fast as they can because the return on the investment is far more reliable than any other short or long term investment. Becoming a landlord is an excellent way to earn a decent return on your investment—once the mortgage is paid in full, all of the income associated with the property you let will be profit; less tax and the cost of property maintenance of course. If you do things wisely, the money earned from the property you let can actually pay the mortgage. Unlike the price of shares which can fluctuate wildly, the value of property rarely declines. Clearly, the act of
letting properties is based on the safety of the investment.
Nevertheless, when you start buying properties to let there are a few things that you will need to consider. First, being a landlord is not always a simple task: at least it is not as simple as it first sounds. As a landlord, you will be legally responsible for the property and will be governed by various legislation that applies to letting properties. The best person to advise you about your rights and obligations as a landlord would be a solicitor—one knowledgeable about properties and property letting.
You will also need to consider that there may be times when the property is vacant between tenants so good accounting needs to be applied. Remember, if you are counting on the money you get for letting the property to pay the mortgage you won’t necessarily have the cash immediately available. Clearly, if you begin buying properties with a view to letting them, it would be better that you have a contingency to cover the mortgage during the periods where you will find yourself without a tenant.
Another thing to consider as a landlord is that not every tenant is going to be the perfect tenant. In fact, some tenants may damage the property and you may be forced to make repairs to the property before you are able to let the property again. Again, having a cash reserve for such occasions is warranted in order to be truly prepared for whatever mishap may come your way. Better yet, investing in building and contents insurance is a must if you plan on letting any property—insurance should help you cover some or all of the damage to your property.
When you decide to invest in property you will want to buy in an area that has many resources for the potential tenant. In fact, the more resources available for the potential tenant or tenants the better—resources such as nearby shopping areas, recreational facilities and schools all make the property you plan to let particularly attractive. By purchasing property that is surrounded by resources, you will find that you will have a much easier time in letting the property. This is an important forethought when choosing your property.
Experts also advise that you keep the property you purchase for the long term if you really want to gain better returns from your purchase. Ken Derby, a property agent states it well, “Be prepared to hold on to the property you purchase for the long term. Don’t be in a hurry to make a fast turn around and don’t panic if the property prices drop suddenly. Property prices will rise again and your investment will be fine if you don’t panic.”
Don’t expect to rake in the cash once you purchase a property. Remember, like shares, purchasing property is an investment in the future, one that can make you a considerable capital profit over time. Only after the mortgage is fully paid off will you begin to see a significant turn around in terms of income but on the other hand, you can establish a regular moderate income by letting properties that are geared correctly—where the rent is more than the mortgage payment—of course, you won’t want to set the rent too high as it could deter tenants in a competitive market.
There is money to be made buying properties and letting them as long as you buy the right property and are willing to hold on to your initial investment as well as being properly prepared for the “down” periods. For all intents and purposes, the buy to let trend is replacing the market in shares investment because there are far fewer risks associated and buying a property to let can be a more stable environment for your hard earned cash.
Article author: Helen Margaret Haynes
