John Howard's Inside Guide to Property Development and Investment for Newcomers

Book excerpt: A complete guide to all aspects of property development and investment. Not only will this book help you to make a profit from property, it will also save you time and money. An insider’s guide from someone who’s been there and done it all. So, you want to become a property developer? But where do you start? And how do you make a success of property investing? In this book, John Howard shares his vast experience in property development and investment. He offers insider tips and hard-nosed, practical advice on the business of property development, with unique insights that have made him a successful property developer. In this book, you’ll learn... The basics of how to get started and actually put a deal together. Where to find funding and investors for your property deals. How to avoid common problems and pitfalls faced by novice investors. A simple process of how to buy and sell property. Which types of property to choose—flats or houses, residential or commercial, urban or rural? Where to find and buy properties, from auctions to online. Which type of property development to go for—renovation, restoration, or new builds? What sort of property developer you want to become Tips on buying to rent and buy-to-let mortgages. Whether to trade in a rising market or dropping market. How to avoid going under during property recessions. How to choose and work with builders, estate agents, and solicitors. Whether you’re a first-time investor, a complete beginner, have already purchased a few properties, or are currently working in property, this book is for you! If you want to become an independent self-sufficient property developer, this book will help you maximise your profits.