Due to the large investment required for long-term assets such as property, you should take the necessary precautions before diving into this market. It’s important to practice due diligence and it would be wise to take your time and do your research before making any commitments – especially if your broker is if the property is being built up as a hot ticket item. Rather than trusting hearsay or marketing ploys, you should opt for legal proof or documents, which are far more more legitimate sources for making a decision.

Here are some key things you should keep in mind before you commit to property investment.

1. Research your developer

It would be prudent to look into the company developing the land, including their background, other developments, and how their investors or other clients have regarded them over the years. It is likely that their experience will be your experience, so make sure you understand what kind of a relationship you are getting into before committing, as it will be long-term.

You don’t have to do everything yourself; there are experts at conducting these investigations – such as the ones at Diligence International Group – where the whole process is streamlined to allow you to make an informed decision.

2. Check environmental factors

There are several environmental factors to consider when you invest in a property, such as conditions of the soil, groundwater, air quality, flooding possibilities, sun exposure and proximity to a water and electricity source. You can check with an environmental consultant who specializes in these things, as well as your developer, broker, and your due diligence team to make sure that all your bases are covered regarding these matters.

3. Assess the neighborhood

Take note of the neighborhood where your potential property is located. Is it a generally safe place? What is the culture of the community? Do you want to be near a lot of commercial establishments, or industrial areas, or would you rather a quieter, subdued space? If your clients will be family-oriented, also make sure that you will be near important establishments such as schools, parks, religious places of worship, or other recreational establishments.

4. Consider market behavior 

Have a look at the properties that reside close to yours. Will your development complement the surrounding establishments enough to be noticed and helpful to the neighborhood? Are the other developments around you making good money from their own properties? What’s making them boom or what’s making them not sell as well as they could be? These market factors are important to consider before you invest in your own property, and will also help you position yourself accordingly.

5. Get an overview of legal obligations 

There may be a lot of varying regulations, depending on where the property is located. Make sure you’re also up to date on new rules, government requirements, and laws that are applicable to the space you are buying, and then align your strategy accordingly.

These are the main things you must keep in mind before you push through with property investment. Get all these bases covered before making your final decision regarding your purchase.