- Buy and Hold (Rental Income)
How It Works:
You buy a property and rent it out to generate monthly income.
Profit Comes From: Rent payments (cash flow), Property appreciation over time
Tips:
Invest in high-demand rental areas
Keep expenses (mortgage, maintenance, taxes) below rental income
Consider short-let (e.g., Airbnb) for higher yields
2. House Flipping (Buy-Renovate-Sell)
How It Works: Buy undervalued properties, renovate them, and sell at a higher price.
Profit Comes From: The difference between purchase + renovation cost and the selling price
Tips:
Know renovation costs well
Flip in areas with fast property turnover
Time your sale with a rising market.
3. Land Banking
How It Works: Buy undeveloped land in a growing area, wait for the value to increase, then sell.
Profit Comes From: Land appreciation, Reselling to developers or future buyers
Tips:
Research government development plans (e.g., roads, estates)
Ensure valid title documents (C of O, etc.)
4. Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs)
How It Works: Invest in real estate portfolios via the stock market or property funds.
Profit Comes From: Dividends from rental income, Share price appreciation
Tips:
Low-cost entry for beginners
Diversifies risk
5. Short-Term Rentals / Airbnb
How It Works: Rent out properties daily or weekly instead of monthly.
Profit Comes From: Higher nightly rates than traditional rent
Tips:
Invest in tourist or business hubs
Good furnishing and reviews = more bookings
- Commercial Real Estate Leasing
How It Works: Lease office spaces, shops, or warehouses to businesses.
Profit Comes From: High rental income, Long-term lease agreements
Tips:
Requires higher capital
Stable cash flow when well-located
- Off-Plan Property Investment
How It Works: Buy a property before it’s built (off-plan) at a low price, and sell or rent once completed.
Profit Comes From: Buying at a discount and selling at market value
Tips:
Buy from trusted developers only
Ensure project delivery timelines
- Real Estate Agency (Brokerage)
How It Works: Earn commission by helping people buy, sell, or rent property.
Profit Comes From: 5%–10% of sale or lease value
Tips:
Build a strong network
Advertise properties online
Offer trustworthy advice
- Real Estate Development
How It Works: Buy land, build houses/apartments, and sell them.
Profit Comes From: Total sale proceeds minus development costs
Tips:
Ideal for those with large capital or partnerships
Focus on location, building quality, and demand
- Lease to Own / Rent to Own
How It Works: Tenants pay rent with an option to buy after a set period.
Profit Comes From: Steady rental income + future sale
Tips:
Helps tap into the affordable housing market
