Real Estate Investor Magazine December/January Edition 2024 | Page 134

By Neale Petersen
With property prices soaring , many first-time buyers , averaging 37 years old , are turning to fixer-uppers as a more affordable entry into the market .
Renovating a home on a budget can be a smart way to increase its value , but it requires careful planning to avoid overcapitalising – spending more on renovations than the property will return upon resale .
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By Neale Petersen

With property prices soaring , many first-time buyers , averaging 37 years old , are turning to fixer-uppers as a more affordable entry into the market .

Renovating a home on a budget can be a smart way to increase its value , but it requires careful planning to avoid overcapitalising – spending more on renovations than the property will return upon resale .

68 REI MAGAZINE DECEMBER 2024 / JANUARY 2025