Property Investment Workshop for Beginners

Thinking about purchasing an investment property but unsure where to begin? From understanding equity and home loans to researching locations, assessing properties, and planning for the costs involved, property investment can come with a steep learning curve.

In this practical Property Investment Workshop for Beginners, you'll explore the key concepts and considerations involved in investing in residential property. Guided by an experienced property investor and adviser, you'll examine different property investment approaches, learn how investors research markets and assess opportunities, and explore the financial structures and ongoing costs that may form part of a property portfolio.

Through real-life examples and practical discussion, you'll gain a clearer understanding of the property investment process and the factors investors consider when making decisions. Whether you're researching your first investment property or simply want to better understand property as an investment, this course will help you approach the topic feeling more informed and prepared.

Course content

During the course, participants will be guided through key concepts, techniques and approaches that typically include:

• Introduction to residential property investment and common investment approaches

• Setting property investment goals and considering short-term and long-term objectives

• Understanding property markets and researching potential locations

• Factors investors may consider when assessing an investment property

• Understanding equity and its potential role in building a property portfolio

• Introduction to common lending and loan structures for investment properties

• Understanding the costs associated with purchasing and holding investment property

• General introduction to taxation considerations and property-related deductions

• Exploring cash flow, rental income, and ongoing property expenses

• Understanding how economic and market conditions may affect property investment

• Identifying common property investment risks and mistakes

• Real-life property investment examples and opportunities for questions and discussion

Intended audience

This workshop is ideal for anyone interested in learning more about residential property investment and wanting to better understand the process before making investment decisions.

It is suitable for prospective first-time property investors, homeowners curious about using equity to purchase an investment property, and anyone wanting to build their general knowledge of property markets, investment strategies, and portfolio planning.

No prior property investment or financial knowledge is required.