Archive for October, 2008

Finding the best investment properties requires you to have a plan ahead of time on what you might be looking for in your real estate investments.  Determine a long range plan on what you want from your real estate investment property. You need to set your goal to acquire the right rental property from which you can gain a monthly income. If it is to get short term gain by flipping a house, or by becoming a business owner by buying a hotel or apartment building.

Whatever your goal is, the best real estate investment property will reflect your situation and level of expertise. Since there are so many variables to consider, the best investment properties will also be different depending on the situation, but they do have some things in common.  The best investment properties will pay for themselves, and will appreciate in value over time. There has never been a better time to consider investment property. The prices are at of almost at rock bottom and the deals to had a plentiful

If you are considering commercial property, you want a business that will provide you with a return on investment.  We have a lot of failing business in commercial and rental properties you can get for a song. Always check that any existing leases or property restrictions are ones that you can work with. Find out why the owner is selling and decide if you have the time and expertise needed to keep the property functioning at a profit.

Multi-dwelling structures, such as apartments or a high-rise can be some of the best investment properties around.  These will be more expensive than single family homes. But the monthly income can be potentially much better, the operational costs considering the condition it is in. Also the type of tenants are in the rentals may need more maintenance than others and be more costly.

The single family home needs to bring in higher rents to make the investment worthwhile.  Groups of small apartment buildings can be inexpensive, but each building will need more maintenance than the single family home.

Some of the best investment properties, especially for beginners, are undervalued single family homes that you fix up and resell for a profit.  This is commonly known as flipping a house.  For those do not have much money to invest, living in a home while restoring it can be a money saving option. Doing this can start your career investing in real estate.

Apartment Buildings

Jersey City NJ 2 family home investment property
Jersey City NJ 2 family home investment property
   US $599,000.00
INVESTMENT PROPERTY LIBERTY NY WONT LAST
INVESTMENT PROPERTY LIBERTY NY WONT LAST
   US $150,000.00
Real Estate Investment Rental Property Home House
Real Estate Investment Rental Property Home House
   US $11,999.00
Turn Key Rental Properties in Michigan Investment
Turn Key Rental Properties in Michigan Investment
   US $9,000.00
Wholesale Property GREAT INVESTMENT GOOD TAX STANDING
Wholesale Property GREAT INVESTMENT GOOD TAX STANDING
   US $3,000.00
7 Days Only Cleveland 2 Family Investment Property
7 Days Only Cleveland 2 Family Investment Property
   US $4,500.00
5 Apartment Duplex Great Investment Property
5 Apartment Duplex Great Investment Property
   US $275.00
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Buying apartment buildings is one of the fastest ways to build your investment portfolio and reap a monthly income.  It can be a highly profitable venture, but before you begin, you should do a little research on what type of apartment building is best for you.

Apartment buildings come in Two Types:

The High Rise

There are the low-, middle and high rise buildings with many apartments in a multi-level building that can span one building or several and there is the garden complex, with smaller buildings such as duplexes grouped together..

Garden Apartments

Garden apartment complexes tend to sell for a lower prices than high rise buildings.  You will find this type of apartment in any town or city.  Although the price and down payment is lower on this type of apartment building, it can have higher landscaping, maintenance, and insurance costs since the buildings are spread out over a larger area.

High rise apartment buildings require more money upfront, but they may be  make more money in the long run.  You'll be able to have more tenants in a smaller area. Costs for maintenance and  upkeep are much lower, but there are more tenants to manage.  Regulations governing larger multiple dwellings might be more stringent than those covering other types of residential complexes.

When buying apartment buildings, you can begin your search by looking at what is currently for sale.  You may contact a broker or a Realtor, look through the classifieds, or do online research most all properties end up with listings on the internet.  It is possible that you may find exactly the property that you would like through these methods.

Consider Buying What is not for Sale

If you can't find a good investment, consider buying apartment buildings that aren't listed for sale.  Of course, not all owners are interested in selling, but you may encounter someone who is willing to sell to you if you offer a fair price.  The advantage of doing this is that you won't have any competition.

Buying apartment buildings is one of the best ways to increase your investment portfolio. To qualify for a loan and to make a smart investment, you'll need to see the books and find out the rent amounts, the occupancy rate, and the operating expenses.  To save time, have a confidentiality agreement prepared before contacting the owner.

Residential Investment Properties

FOUR UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING CASH FLOW KING
FOUR UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING CASH FLOW KING
   US $78,500.00
3 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING HOUGHTON LAKE ACCESS 6 BLOCKS
3 UNIT APARTMENT BUILDING HOUGHTON LAKE ACCESS 6 BLOCKS
   US $30,000.00