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We talked about analyzing a property from the numbers side for investment potential last week. Let’s say you’ve found a property (or two) that look like they could be a decent investment, now what? Once you find a property that makes sense on paper, it’s time to go and see it in person. Today we’re going to talk about what you should look for/lookout for on your walk-through. Now remember, this is just a quick checklist of what to look for so you can make an offer appropriate to the condition of the property. You can bring your home inspector or General Contractor with you, but many investors choose to have a first look themselves

Before going to look at any property, it’s important to analyze the numbers. Many people start investing in real estate when they are still working a full-time job, so there is no sense in wasting time looking at properties that don’t work on paper. While there are exceptions to every rule, it’s few and far between that you find a property so mismanaged that you can turn it around enough to work. Today we are going to analyze the numbers on a real property that is currently on the market just outside of Ottawa. (Email me if you’re interested in finding out more about this property.) So, what numbers will we be looking at today?

What is Buy and Hold Real Estate? Buy and hold real estate is one of the most common strategies used in real estate investing for both seasoned investors and first time property investors alike. In a buy and hold strategy, an investor will purchase a property, rent it out and hold it for a while (typically five or more years). This allows the investor to receive both monthly cash flow while it’s rented out and future appreciation when they sell. Despite horror stories of the most horrible tenants, with the right screening and management in place, buy and holds have numerous benefits. Benefits of Buy and Hold Real Estate 1. Cash Flow (Monthly income) Cash