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Q & A such as solar , inverters , security , fibre , and Wi-Fi or changing three bedrooms into four will attract higher and more consistent income right from the beginning . The effect of compounding on an already higher value and income-engineered property will ramp up your returns exponentially from the beginning of your investment .
Follow the money . If you are looking for steady income , look where there is a " built-in " demand for rentals , such as student accommodation , a large workforce , or if for Airbnb , a blue flag beach , or an area close to huge events and conferences . Low or zero vacancies generate robust cash flow and create higher resale value for the property .
An updated , well-maintained property bodes well for capital appreciation and higher rental income . Well-maintained and updated properties outperform the competition even in a down market , rent faster , enjoy lower vacancies , and prove much higher income yields than dated or under-maintained properties .
Go for gold . Invest in a trophy property . The capital appreciation and returns are enormous . These are the best properties with the highest prices in the top 2 % of the real estate spectrum . These are iconic , historic , desirable locations , spectacular sea views , and high-yielding properties with unique and high-value attributes .
Understanding the current real estate market is essential to making the best investment decision . Analysing supply and demand , local market conditions , economic factors , and trends can provide insights into whether a property will likely appreciate and generate consistent and higher cash flow .
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