Sunday, September 27, 2009

Learn About Investment Real Estate Loans

By Mark Knowles

Despite recent stories surrounding the debacle of the sub-prime crisis, investment in real estate is still a fantastic way to generate extra income. For others, it can be a highly lucrative career move; particularly if managed sensibly. However, getting that initial finding may prove difficult; though can be achieved through investment real estate loans.

There are many people out there who may feel that real estate investment is beyond them, however, it is possibly here that such loans really come into their own. They allow those that are not fortunate enough to have access to significant funds; though do have the drive and determination to succeed.

If you intend to go down this route to start building your real estate portfolio, it is important to understand the difference between the different types of loans available. Whilst many investors will diversify, and extend their portfolios into both the residential and commercial sectors, loans are broadly classified into these two areas separately.

Of course, as with anything financial, residential investment property loans can be quite complex. However, it essentially is given to those looking to invest in property for rental to people for living purposes, or to benefit from appreciation of market value.

Conversely, commercial investment property loans can be given where the purchase is for apartment style building, with a minimum of five units. This can include residential properties of course, and covers such areas as depots, storage yards, warehouses, workshops and the like.

Despite the economy now coming out of recession, it can still be problematic to source a preferential loans. As such, it may be worthwhile hiring the services of an independent advisor and/or a brokerage service before approaching lenders. Also, do not concentrate your efforts solely with banking institutions; preferential rates may well be offered from organizations such as credit unions for example.

Before lending any investment property loans, responsible lenders will; thoroughly research your credit history, assets, current financial commitments and income levels, to assess risk and viability.

Having been accepted for a loan, there are many benefits other than the obvious capital growth, (appreciation), and income, (rental streams), that you will be able to unlock. There are many tax breaks, most profitable of all for many being negative gearing which allows offsetting of tax deductions.

To explore the vagaries, it is again worth approaching an independent financial advisor, though in basic terms this allows any negative difference from the property's income against the total interest payable on the loans, to be offset against all your taxable income.

When seeking investment real estate loans, it is important you have detailed discussions to ensure you have the best rate and requirement for your needs. You will need to decide the period of the loans, and of course ensure that all terms and conditions are conducive to what you have planned. Successfully completed though, they can really help you make that first step on the property investing ladder. - 29904

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