Investing in real estate: what to look for when buying

The main considerations when buying an investment property or portfolio.

Return is more than the rent

An investment property seems simple: rent in, costs out, return left over. In practice, location, tenants, contract term and maintenance determine whether the investment still adds up in ten years. These are the considerations that matter.

Location and future value

Look not only at the current rental income but at the demand in ten years. Accessibility, the municipality's development plans and the mix of functions in the area determine whether a building keeps its value.

The tenant and the contract

  • How long does the lease still run and what are the options
  • How financially sound is the tenant
  • Which indexation and service charge arrangements apply
  • Who bears the maintenance of shell and installations

Due diligence prevents surprises

Have the structural condition, installations, energy label, soil, leasehold and legal encumbrances investigated before you sign. For example, an office without the required energy label may no longer be let as an office.

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