The host of Income Property on At Home with Family Handyman is back with more home advice!
Scott McGillivray Shares His Top 5 Tips to Identify An Income Property
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Check Your Local By-Laws
What are the legalities surrounding rental properties in the area? Can you legally create multiple units in a home?
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Do the Math!
Look at comparable rentals in the area and make sure your investment will generate a desired/profitable return.
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Look for Natural Divisibility in a Home
Are there separate entrances for separate levels? Is there access to a basement? This makes it easier to begin the conversion to multiple units.
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Get Multiple Estimates
Do your homework to have the work done legally and create a rental space you can be proud of.
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Plan it Out
Plan a design that adds to the overall value of the home.
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Where Can I Learn More?
For more of Scott McGillivray’s helpful hints and tips, tune in to Income Property on At Home with Family Handyman, Mondays through Saturdays starting at 7 p.m. ET.
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