If you’re seeking short term rental investment properties, please check out our Vacations Homes page. On the other hand, if you’re interested in investments based on long term rentals or a quick sale once completed, this is the section for you.

Real estate is probably the best and safest way to invest your money. Very rarely does real estate lose value, and if it does so, it’s usually short term and in highly volatile areas (high turnover, high density etc.). The key is selecting a growing area, strategically located within easy reach of an international airport and attractive amenities, such as golf courses, the sea and tourist attractions. These considerations are even more important for those building homes for resale. For example, a house on a golf course community, on the water or near attractions will sell faster and command a better price than one lacking such placement. And yet, the additional cost for well-placed lots is often insignificant, especially when compared to the significantly higher return on investment at sale.

Please note below, some of the facts you need to consider when evaluating this type of investment:

• What will the land cost? We have beautiful lots available in our area, on golf course communities and other choice locations.
• What size house should I build? We have standard floor plans to choose from: 1,350sf and upwards, 2 bathrooms or 3. You can choose from these or make changes if you desire. Keep in mind that upgrades are not the norm in houses intended for re-sale. After all, you’re seeking to maximize your profit.
• What will the house cost? We have a price list of all of our standard homes and up-grades so we can compute your price almost immediately. Naturally, features which you don’t want, can be deleted from the plans and we will credit you the difference.
• How will I know if I will make a profit? Once you have identified the lot and house price, you need to have the proposed property appraised; this should give you an indication of what you’re likely to sell the house for. Don’t forget, if you’re borrowing money to build, you will need to include the cost of that money in your computation.
• Should I rent it out? You may want to consider renting the house instead of selling it. However, in such an instance, you need to insure, that if the rental income doesn’t cover your entire mortgage payment, that you are still financially able to offset the extra cost. But always remember, the rental payments are helping you pay for your asset. Florida property values are likely to continue to increase, given the state’s population growth, which will soon make it the third most populace state.

Once you’ve considered these factors to your satisfaction, you should be ready to build. It’s important to note, that MPH Builder’s build period is less than 6 months. That time span reduces the (accrued interest) cost of your construction loan, since it will be less than a comparable loan with another builder (usually for a 12 or 18month build out). Accordingly, you’ll start making money sooner, whether you flip or rent the property.