renovating for profit: how to find, analyse and research the best opportunities
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Welcome to Nila SweeneyManaging Editor
www.yourinvestmentproperty.com.au
In this session, we will cover:
• How to research and understand key suburb data and demographics
• Identifying top suburbs worth looking into in today's market
• How to identify the best strategies based on your target suburb.
• The do’s and don’ts of renovating
• How to find, analyse and research renovation investment property
• Accurately estimating the value of a renovation property.
Renovating for Profit
Morley, WA
“There are plenty of old classic houses on big blocks, which have the added benefit of being affordable. Because this suburb attracts young families, a house with 3 or 4 bedrooms would be sensible. There are great deals for this type of property to be found here for < $460,000”.
Let’s use Investar Search to find:
• 3 Bedroom+ houses
• Sitting on large blocks of land
• Priced below $460K
Low maintenance outdoor living
Big renovations aren’t always necessary:
Deck, Patio, Turf, Edging, Plants, Render & Paint
Low maintenance outdoor living
Big renovations aren’t always necessary:
Chainsaw, Shovel, Paint, Fence, Pavers & Plants
Torrensville, SA
“Character and period homes are popular. Long-standing cottages on sizeable blocks range from $450,000 – $500,000 and offer good options
for renovating”.
Let’s use My Research to take a look at the competition:
• Houses sold within 500m of Henley Beach Road
• With a particular focus on character & period homes
• Identifying the level of quality we need to deliver
Key to renovation profits
• Buy below median price
• Find suburbs with big gaps between lower & upper quartiles
• Complete the project quickly by leveraging other peoples time & expertise
• Focus on cosmetic distress for best results.
Enoggera, QLD“Two- or three-bedroom Queenslander type houses are popular. In
particular, three-bedroom houses priced between $450,000 and $550,000 are perfect for renovations. There are quite a few houses in
this suburb that are valued well over $600,000, indicating that a renovation can potentially add significant value”.
Let’s use Investar Search & My Research to identify opportunities in:
• 3 Bedroom+ houses
• Between $450K & $550K
• Renovation Strategy
• Identifying the price ranges achievable in the marketplace
The Top 5 biggest mistakes made
1. Not researching property & suburb fundamentals
2. Underestimating the cost of a renovation
3. Ignoring your target market
4. Over capitalising
5. Doing all the work yourself
Essendon, VIC
“There is a particularly diverse array of architecture and property types in Essendon. Lonzi says the suburb is noted for its generous-sized blocks,
but that units are often a more affordable option”.
Let’s use Investar Search, My Valuer & My Research to identify the value of a property:
• We will search for a renovation opportunity
• Up to $600K
Chester Hill, NSW
“Families are attracted to this area, so several-bedroom family homes are the most sought-after property type. Prices have been creeping up in
Chester Hill, so properties in the high $500K range are becoming a deal”.
Let’s bring together Investar Search, My Valuer & My Research:
• Let’s search Houses with 3 bedrooms +
• We will use a renovation strategy
• With an up to $650K budget
• Think about if a renovation strategy might be for you.
• Start researching – there are lot’s of free and subscription tools available.
• When you find a property, think about what you need to do to sell it to the next buyer. That’s where the value is created!
• Budget and plan – make sure you know the costs of X to deliver the sale of Y.
• Don’t over extend yourself – start small.
• Don’t believe everything you see on TV!
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