This document provides tips and considerations for investing in condominium properties. It outlines mistakes made by new condo investors such as not hiring a lawyer or accepting unexpected closing costs. Questions to ask before becoming a landlord are also presented, such as whether you have enough time for property management. Condos can be profitable investments if purchased in the right location for renting purposes and their affordability and low maintenance are benefits. However, condo association fees, financing difficulties, and slower appreciation can be potential drawbacks to condo investments.
2. CONTENTS
Tips for buying a condo as an investment
Mistakes new condo investors make
Questions to ask before becoming a landlord
Condos as profitable investment
Benefits of condominium investments
Potential drawbacks of condominium investments
Who should be looking for condos?
References
3. Tips for buying a condo as an
investment
Know your budget
Budget including the closing
expenses
Buy in gentrifying neighbourhood
Think long-term
4. Tips for buying a condo as
an investment
Pick a good location
Invest in a condo that
promises high returns
Explore less conventional
financing methods
Ask about HOA fees rules &
condo fees
Conduct an inspection
Work with a real estate
agent
5. Trust the floor plan
Dont hire a lawyer
Accept delays
Think they have a warranty
Hidden closing costs
Buy at the wrong time
Mistakes new condo
investors make
6. Questions to ask before becoming a landlord
Check if you have enough time to spend on
the property
Is it an active investment role that is in
your mind?
Are there any better options that can give
attractive returns?
7. Condos as profitable investments
Buy to rent
Affordability
Play the maintenance-
free card
8. Benefits of Condominium Investments
Low repair costs
High demand due to
increased urbanization
Shared amenities
attract renters
More affordable than
single home units
Upkeeps and
maintenance are simple