EP: 1745•21 Jun 2024

1 bedroom vs 2 vs 3 vs 4+ – what goes up in value faster ⎜ Ep. 1745

About this episode

In this episode, we answer the question – "how many bedrooms should my investment property have?"

This includes a fair comparison between 1 vs 2 vs 3 vs 4+ bedroom properties using CoreLogic data.

You can then use this information, as a property investor, to choose the right investment property for you.

Want to become a successful property investor? The 'Ultimate NZ Property Investor Bundle' has everything you need, featuring spreadsheets, ebooks, an audiobook, and exclusive software.

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1 bedroom vs 2 vs 3 vs 4+ – what goes up in value faster ⎜ Ep. 1745

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