Making a profit renovating a property seems like a very attractive proposition. Buy low, renovate cheap, and add substantial value is the aim of the game. It sounds simple enough, right? While there is always a strong demand for renovated properties – as there are always people wanting to move into a property that has…
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Latest postsIf you’re interested in getting involved in property development, or even if you’re keen to do serious renovations, there is an important principle you must understand. It’s the basis of all feasibility studies and it’s called highest and best use. Just like smart businesses try and maximise the return on their assets, so should you…
In these changing times when property investors can no longer count on double digit price growth many are considering getting started in property development to help them ‘manufacture’ some capital growth. In fact one of the most read blogs on this site is How to Get Started in Property Development. It all sounds so simple. So…
In his continuing series of articles, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole, takes readers on a step by step journey through the property development process. Today Part 19 brings us to the final instalment as I walk you through what to do with your completed project and the next steps as a property developer. For…
In his continuing series of articles, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole, takes readers on a step by step journey through the property development process. Finally, your project is finished and ready to market. Now the hard work really starts! You’ve done it! You pulled together an A team, secured your construction finance, found a…
In his continuing series of articles, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole, takes readers on a step by step journey through the property development process. You’ve selected your site, conducted your feasibility studies, gathered a team of professional industry experts to help you navigate the sometimes rocky road of property development, made your way through…
In his continuing series of articles, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole, explains the role of a project manager and helps you decide whether or not it is the right choice for your development project. If you are a beginning property developer I would definitely suggest that you recruit a good development/project manager as a part of your…
In this instalment of the Property Development Series, Bryce Yardney of Metropole walks us through the role of the engineers and which ones you’ll need for your next project. Astute property investors and developers know that in order to be successful they can’t do it all on their own. They surround themselves with qualified and experienced…
In this article, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole, explains the role of the Architect and how to work with them on your development project. Astute investors and property developers know that in order to be successful they can’t do it all on their own. They surround themselves with qualified and experienced professionals who can provide invaluable…
In this article, Bryce Yardney, Property Development Specialist at Metropole Projects, explains the role of a town planning consultant and what you need to be asking yours. Town planning consultants are professionals with a qualification in town planning or urban planning. Those in private practice have usually been employed by local councils or planning organisations for a number…