EP: 1353•26 May 2023

Are Dual Income Houses Worth Investing In? Pros and Cons Revealed | Ep. 1353

About this episode

In this episode, you'll uncover the truth about dual-income houses. You'll learn both the pros and the cons, so you can decide whether they are the right fit for you.

This includes how dual-income houses have higher rental yields and lower risk of vacancy.

But you'll also hear the flip side. This includes the higher purchase price, the possibility of lower capital growth, and the unique challenges of reselling such properties.

You'll also explore who these properties are a good fit for.

This includes the different scenarios dual-income houses can be used in, like multi-generational living and Airbnb rental opportunities.

By the end, you'll be able to make an informed decision about whether dual-income properties are the right fit for you.

Key topics: dual key apartments, dual income properties, high yield properties

Want to know what your investment property could earn? Use our rental yield calculator to forecast your property's potential income.

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