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Jane asks:
(updated on Monday, January 13th 2020)
I have a freehold house in Birkenhead, Auckland. The last RV was $1.51 million. Given current low interest rates and the slowdown of the North Shore market, I'm thinking it might be a good time to look at investing in a rental property. What would be your advice on this?
Our Experts Answer:
Low interest rates are definitely making the cashflow side of property investment look better at the moment. But there is much more you need to take into consideration as well. What are you trying to achieve by investing in property? What are your timeframes? You have a great equity position but what is your household income like, as this will play a factor as well? Have a think about what type of property and what region will assist you best in achieving your goals. At a high level, it’s always a good time to buy as long as you buy right. However, make sure to spend some time determining this first.
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