Property Hunter Magazine Issue 91 - August 2017 | Page 45

“Some developers are offering zero to minimal cash down payment to lure home buyers, so you should take advantage of the available opportunities. But before you jump onto the bandwagon, you must thoroughly do your research first” 3. Start Networking aren’t about gut feelings, emotions or The bottom line is still the purchasing An important aspect of investing is following your heart—it’s all about doing power is dependent on one’s disposable getting to know the right people. the math. income, a factor that in turn is dependent on Meeting with real estate agents, Study the market and location to be an influential force in the real estate you learn about the industry and you A thorough research must be carried industry, not only as future or potential will make important contacts along the out before you even step foot on the homebuyers, but also as future employees way. property you plan to buy. You can start and entrepreneurs in the housing industry, by finding your target price range and be it today or next year. But as it stands, the Follow your head seeing what homes in that range sell, current market scenario seems to suggest a It’s easy to base your decisions on your how long they take to sell and how many ‘buy’ signal and if you do have the means of heart instead of your head, especially times the price was reduced. When buying, by all means do buy. The property when it comes to real estate. A property looking at the neighbourhoods and real prices aren’t getting cheaper and we aren’t may look perfect on the outside but estate markets, here are some aspects to getting younger. it may not be all it’s cracked up to take into consideration: schools, medical be. Getting professional advice is centres, supermarkets, road access, etc. contractors and other investors will help 4. economic growth. Millennials will continue 5. always a smart move when it comes to buying property. After all, investments www.PropertyHunter.com.my 45