Property Investment News
It was great to see so many Sharkwatch Community of Property Investors at the Homebuyer Show last weekend. Particular congratulations go to
Keep eating the Weetabix.
The Homebuyer Show, or should I say the Bulgaria show, with a bit of North Cyprus for good measure is always an enjoyable experience for us, meeting up with friends in the industry and members of our investment community.
I gave 4 seminars over the 3 days essentially promoting the new book, “Jet-to-Let: the secrets of overseas property investment.” I don’t like the word secret in the title, but those who have written published books will know that the publisher is King.
I am presently in my house in the
Back to the Homebuyer Show – just a few observations:
1. Property investing and a mastery of geared stockmarket investing are the only 2 methods, other than robbing a bank (which is NOT recommended), I know of to make substantial profits, quickly. However, timeframe is essential and has a direct effect on risk. Some sensationalist seminars appeared to make it look “easy” and in my view did not have a realistic approach, but hey, they have products to sell.
2. Land – why would I sell you a plot of land today for £10,000 which I tell you will get planning permission soon and be worth £70,000 thereafter??????????
3. Overseas property investment – think risk, entry, exit. Thinking this way rules out a few places at the show!
4. “Discounts” – some developers/agents should reclassify their businesses as a “Charity”
Ok, back to book writing.
We have the “Fundamentals of Property Investment” course on 8 April and look forward to meeting some of you who either subscribe to the mailing list or view the property investment Blog regularly.
Cheers
Dominic Farrell