EP: 2434•11 May 2026

This Floor Plan Mistake Could Cost You $100K⎟Ep. 2434

About this episode

What actually makes a “good” floor plan for an investment property… and what quietly puts tenants off?

In this episode, Ed and Andrew break down what to look for (and what to avoid) when it comes to floor plans.

You’ll learn:

The key features of a strong floor plan
The common mistakes investors make (and why they matter more than you think)
When it’s still worth buying a property… even if the layout isn’t perfect

There’s no such thing as a perfect floor plan... just better trade-offs. The goal isn’t perfection… it’s buying something that works well enough for the price, and knowing what you can (and can’t) fix later.

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Ok, now for the legal bit:

The Property Academy Podcast is for your general information. It’s not financial advice.

So the hosts aren’t telling you what to do with your own money. We’ve made every effort to make sure the information is accurate. But we occasionally get the odd fact wrong.

Make sure you do your own research or talk to a financial adviser before making any investment decisions.

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