As the name suggests, property investment is the purchase of a property where that property is then enhanced or leased out in the market to earn a return on investment. It is something that you have to plan out carefully and not just waste your money into something that might not be beneficial to you in the long run. Some people, unfortunately diverge into property investment where they actually fail and did not get a return on investment in the field that they have chosen. Some people though, investment for themselves as they want to use the property investment and some people invest for business.  Investing is a risky but as an adage goes, “more risk, more reward.” And definitely more and more people think that by swimming into a pool of risks, there will be definitely a sea of reward at the end. This is definitely not the case that we are dealing with. It is true that in business , you should risk a lot of time , a lot of money but we don’t just wander around the investing world purchasing properties, acquiring houses and buildings without knowing how to turn these risks into a beautiful reward.

We have some tips though that will definitely help property investors lessen the menace of resulting into losses rather than gaining the profit that they mostly deserve – whether be a personal gain (which includes a happy life and a happy home) or profit margins.

Location, Location, Location

Location is one of the key factors to consider when getting a property investment. A good location could mean differently to different kinds of people. For instance, one person might want to get a tranquil life, thus, he might want to  live in the mountain parts, or near a lake where everything is just so peaceful and quiet BUT another person might want to live in the city because their office is there and they will have more access to a lot of thing like hospitals, malls, schools, and the like. Depending on your personal preferences, it is you who should choose where to invest in. As long as the location you have chosen is the most convenient for your daily life, then go for it.

In the business perspective though, it is also the same but it might be wiser to invest in properties near nature with breathtaking sceneries. You can opt it out in the market and have it leased out as a vacation house. For instance, a beach property or lakeside property. More and more people are drawn to the ocean or lakes these days as their means of finding serenity and happiness to walk away from all the stress their daily life is giving them.

Buy for Less. Sell for More.

Most investors buy abandoned houses and properties, renovate them and sell for a much higher price. This idea is much better than buying a beautiful new home and then sell it after. Imagine, no one would want an old abandoned house. After all, it looks scary and a place where no person would ant to live in so the previous owner of the house will sell their house for a low price. And then, the investor comes in and makes it a dreamy house to  live in. More people would want it and more people would mean a great market. A great example for instance, is an old abandoned house is this old house on the left bought by Rick and Michele D. The house was so old an abandoned that the front porch, as you can see, is falling off, windows are broken outside and it has been set on fire for a few times. It looks broken and malformed on the outside, how much more on the inside. So the two purchased this property for only $1. People might think that they must be crazy for buying such property considering it might not be good for inhabiting anymore. But I say they’re really lucky to get the chance of buying it for only $1.

Nobody would want to live, rent nor buy an abandoned and broken house. So, the family got their hands busy for renovation. Renovations can vary from fixing small problems in the house to adding a pool in the backyard (which may be costly). In order to make a good renovation, you should have a plan beforehand and you should consider all the expenses that would be spent for the materials and labor.

In a year and a half, the family was able to restore the beauty of the house with as little cost as possible. If you look at the house on the right, you will never know this house was actually bought for $1. They can even sell it for a much higher price in the market if the family would plan on selling it.

Think about REIT

REIT (Real Estate Investment Trusts) is a great way of earning income with properties when you think a full ownership of a property is too risky at the moment. To better understand what REIT is, it is where your money along with other investors’ money is being gathered altogether that invest in a portfolio of income generating real assets such as hotels, offices, rental apartments, etc.

So, investors invest their money, the money raised is used by the REIT to purchase a pool of real estate properties. These properties are then leased out to tenants where the income is being distributed back to the investors. It’s a great way to start with less risk on your hands.

Invest Overseas

Investing overseas is a great idea to expand the horizons for there will be broader market exposure. Asia , for example. There are a number of emerging markets in Asia which follows  free-market economic policies. This kind of economies will grow rapidly compared to currently developed market economies. If you consider this idea in the future, you would probably need to search which countries has the least expensive properties. But of course, don’t be tempted to quickly jump into the opportunities without having to consider all other aspects. At least think about getting properties in tourist spots. That way, there will always be cash inflows plus you will hit two birds with one stone when you plan on visiting the site – business and vacation.

As what most people say, “Home is my happy place.”  A home is an enjoyable, pleasurable place where we can live peacefully, be carefree and be happy. To some, this is an old place where life started, where first baby steps are taken – where life actually begins. To others, this is a new place for a new beginning, trying to start over and build a satisfying life with their whole new family and create whole new unforgettable memories. However, to some, this is not the case and a home is only composed of a house – just a plain building, where family members live but estranged with a lack of connection.

But, no matter what home means to each person – whether it’s an empty house filled with strangers in our lives or a place where love and happiness is the foundation – we can never deny the fact that each one of us long for a place where we can be ourselves and be able to express the inner artist within us and one way of expressing the inner us is by beautifying our houses which make each home distinct from other houses.

One trend that has been going on since 1970’s is designing our homes with indoor plants. From decorating the living room to our bathrooms with different varieties of plants, we are ought to reveal the designer that lurks within us, making every part of the house as renewing and invigorating as possible. What is more exciting is it not only make our houses a lovely haven but a healthy home as well providing us an abundant supply of oxygen that is freely given by these gorgeous plants.

During the COVID pandemic, people have been dealing with anxiety and stress COVID has been causing us and for these past few months, not only are our we facing a threat of catching the NCOV virus but this global crisis also poses a threat to our mental state by not allowing us to get out of our homes. One way of coping up with the strain and pressure it has all been giving us was by households diverting their attention into planting greens and decorating their homes with different kinds of plants.

Aside from being use as an interior design, here are some benefits we get from plants.

Plants are stress-relievers. Plants are proven to reduce stress and anxiety. Have you tried going outdoors, have a walk with nature and do nothing else but stare at the trees and plants we encounter along the way? It gives us composure and tranquility – one we can never get from our stressful life. But, instead of going out, why not bring these stress-relievers inside our house? According to a study, Journal of Physiological Anthropology, active interaction with indoor plants creates positive feelings thus reducing physiological and psychological stress. Cultivating plants not only make our houses beautiful but it also soothes us from the tension life has been giving us. Plants provides people with a positive way to channel their stress and frustration into something beautiful that provides them with comfort and joy.

Plants enhance air quality.  Air pollution is not only present outdoors but also exists indoors and could be a lot more contaminated.

According to Smarter House, there are different kinds of indoor air pollutants which pose a threat to our heath from simple allergies to lung cancer. Different toxins are present inside our houses which we acquire from simple and common sources present in most houses- such as furniture, carpets, paints -and could be toxic to human health if these toxins accumulate.  Plants not only beautify our homes but they also absorb toxins and can improve indoor air quality. It improves air quality through several mechanisms: they absorb carbon dioxide and release oxygen through photosynthesis, they increase humidity by transpiring water vapor through microscopic leaf pores, and they can passively absorb pollutants on the external surfaces of leaves and on the plant root-soil system.

Now, you might want to give it a second thought and make “plants” in your home decoration checklist. You must be wondering right now what kind of plants are good for indoors? Well, worry no more as for starters, we have some list that you might take into consideration. Let’s not just talk about making your house aesthetically beautiful but also beneficial to our health.

Some plants to consider:

Guiana Chestnut

Guiana Chestnut, most commonly known as the Money Tree, has been first popularized as a houseplant in Taiwan in the 1980s, the Money Tree is well known among those who practice Feng Shui and is believed to create positive “Chi,” or energy in the home. Stick it in a spot with bright, indirect light and water regularly, preferably near windows.

 Yucca

Yucca plants are striking and low maintenance—a perfect combo for ideal houseplants. Yucca plants do best in a partly shaded location that receives bright, indirect light. Just water them sparingly but if you notice they look too thirsty, well maybe add a little bit more water.

Although yucca plants may grow in sunnier spots, their appearance could suffer from brown tips or white spots on their leaves. You might want to re-pot your yucca plant in the future. It’s easy and will of course save you some money!

Peace Lily

The peace lilies (not a true lily), of the genus Spathiphylla, are easy-growing, vigorous tropical herbs forming clumps; they have green foliage and a succession of flowerlike leaves (spathes), usually white. They’re beautiful and easy to take care of. Keep the soil moist, but do not overwater. Peace lilies can tolerate short periods of dry soil, but their leaves will start to brown if neglected for too long.

They can also grow even without soil – just them in a vase, make sure the water can reach the roots but water level should be below the base so the stem and leaves won’t rot from being constantly wet.

Aloe Vera

Aloe vera is a stemless or very short-stemmed plant with thick and fleshy, green to grey-green leaves. It’s easy to grow and requires too little attention. Aloe has been known for its benefits – from healing wounds to lowering blood sugar levels –  and has been used in cosmetics and some ointments. Next time you go shopping indoor plants, add aloe vera on your must-have lists.

Mother-in-law’s Tongue

Mother-in-law’s tongue (one of many sansevierias) is tough to kill. It is very tolerant to low light levels but equally as happy in sunlight. Frequent watering is not required and can even go a month without watering it (but don’t be too harsh).

The leaves are typically tall, stiff, and vertical, earning it the other nickname “snake plant.” This beautiful evergreen has long, stiff, and dark-green, vertical leaves, which feature striking light-green bands. It absorbs toxins, such as nitrogen oxides and is great for improving indoor air quality.

The next time you beautify your house, think about adding indoor plants.  As mentioned previously, they not only enhance the exquisiteness of your home but also has beneficial effects to the people living in the house. Some people use different pots that make it look hilarious. Some make it creepy. There are a variety of plants you can choose from and a number of ways to express your own style. Just be creative enough.

Investing in residential real estate is quite different from commercial real estate. That’s mainly because you can find some prominent options available to consider. If you are planning to buy a new home, you need to have a clear understanding of the different options that you can go ahead with. Then you will be able to analyze all the options available out there and make sure that you go for the best one among the houses for sale in Southern NH.

Here are the most prominent types of residential properties available for you to invest in.

• Single family homes

single family homes are constructed within a single lot. There are no shared walls in this type of property. If you are looking forward to getting more privacy, you should be looking into one of the single family houses for sale in Derry New Hampshire. You can get a private front yard as well as a back yard. As you are not sharing the lot with anyone else, you are provided with complete freedom to express yourself and make the home truly yours inside and out. It is up to you to complement that by purchasing the best type of house available to get.

• Condominiums

Condominiums, which are also known as condos are single units inside houses, which are located within a large building. You can find an entire community within that large building. Condos are usually sharing a wall or two along with other units. They are associated with homeowner’s associations as well. Hence, you will have to keep on paying a monthly fee or an annual fee for maintenance.

Condos are quite popular within the urban areas, where there is not much space. One of the benefits that you can experience by investing your money on condos for sale in Derry NH is that you will get the opportunity to reduce the overall money that you are spending on maintenance. For example, if there is a problem on the roof, you will be able to share the expenses along with the neighbors. In some of the upscale condos, you will be able to find lounge areas, gyms, and swimming pools as well. They will provide you with a luxurious living environment.

• Townhouses

A townhouse is a hybrid in between a single family home and a condo. You can find multiple floors in them. There are one or two shared walls in a townhouse as well. On the other hand, you can also find how people living in a townhouse are provided with a small yard space. It is associated with a rooftop deck as well.

Townhouses are usually larger when compared to the condos. However, they are small when compared to single family homes you can buy. You can receive a high level of privacy from a townhouse when compared to a condo. In most of the townhouses, you can discover shared maintenance agreements as well. Due to the same reason, people will be able to save a considerable amount of money, which was supposed to be spent on maintenance activities. Instead of searching for single family homes for sale in Derry NH, you can go for a townhouse and save some money for your future.

• Multifamily homes

Multifamily homes are another great option available for the people who are looking forward to investing in the Derry New Hampshire Real Estate market. However, it is also important to notice that this is the least common residential building type available for you to invest your money into. They look like homes, but they are converted into two or more units. You can also discover multiple floors available in the multifamily homes available out there. If a multifamily home has more than four floors, it will be considered as a commercial property. You will come across numerous such houses while you are looking for commercial property for sale in NH.

If you are planning to purchase a new home mainly for investment purposes, a multifamily home would be a good option available to consider. That’s because you will be able to live in one of the units and then simply rent out the other ones. This provides them with low-cost experience.

On the other hand, multifamily homes are a perfect option available for multi-generational households as well. That’s because all the family members will be able to share the same residential building. However, every single family unit can have housing units on their own.

• Cooperatives

Cooperatives are quite similar to condos, but you need to understand that all the people who live in the building have the chance to use all of it. In other words, it is possible to say that all the people are owners of the building. Along with that, they are provided with a shared responsibility as well. The key benefit of purchasing Cooperatives is that you can reduce the maintenance expenses. They are marked at an affordable price when compared to condos that you would find in Derry NH.

Final words

Now you are aware of the best properties available for you to buy let Summerview Real Estate help you find a home in this hot real estate market. By using our real estate office you will be able to get the maximum returns out of the investment you make. You should also think about seeking the assistance of a reliable real estate network, which can deliver help to you with buying the best home in New Hampshire.