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A granny flat is an affordable way to instantly increase the return on your property investment.
Why invest in a granny flat?
Property investors have long been maximising their investment by building granny flats, however, many homeowners are only just beginning to realise the potential of a granny flat investment. Not only can it add significant value to your property, it can also provide additional income.
Families of all shapes and sizes are recognising the potential in their own backyard. A granny flat can be used to accommodate a growing family, whether it be an older generation looking to downsize, or the younger generation who are looking for a stepping stone into the property market.
With the recent trend of working from home, property owners can invest now and be set up for the future.
Benefits of investing in a granny flat:
Affordable
Building a granny flat is usually more affordable than buying a standalone investment property, allowing you to start your investment portfolio without borrowing a huge amount of money.
Versatile
As your circumstances change, a granny flat can be used in various ways, it can provide rental income or can be utilised in times of need for family or friends for short term or long term accommodation.
Positive Rental Income
Depending on where you live and the size/features of the granny flat, your investment could provide a positive rental income per week.
Adds Instant Value
A well designed and built granny flat will add to your property’s overall value. You can also claim depreciation on the entire asset.
Granny Flats are not just for Grannies
There are so many versatile revenue generating or cost saving opportunities for considering investing in a granny flat. Depending on the size of your land, a granny flat can comprise of one, two or three bedrooms, a living area, kitchen and bathroom.
There are 4 key requirements for building a granny flat:
Land size
Your land must meet specific site requirements (min land size, specifications around street frontage and other site specific requirements).
No subdivision
Your granny flat must be built on the same land as the principal dwelling and can’t be built in connection with townhouses, strata developments or community title developments.
Specific zoning
Your property must be zoned R1 - R5. For more details on the zoning of your land, contact your local council.
Secondary dwelling
Your granny flat can-not be built on a vacant lot. It must coexist on a plot with your principal dwelling. However, if you are thinking of building a granny flat to live in while you knock down & rebuild your house, you need to build your granny flat first.
News and Updates
There is a lot to consider when deciding if a granny flat is right for your property. It is important to ensure you are well prepared. Shop around, get your finance in order and take the time to plan well. Here are our recommendations on the planning process: Do your research. The first step is to research the best and most viable options for your property. Consider council regulations, research rental returns in your area and the cost and finance options for the construction of your granny flat. Loan or financing options? If you need to borrow money to finance your granny flat investment, you can speak to a mortgage broker or talk to Invest Plus Granny Flats to discover cost effective ways to finance your granny flat project. Consider utilising your superannuation and creating a self managed superannuation option. Adding a granny flat to an investment property. While the most common approach is to add a granny flat to your own property, you can also build a granny flat on an investment property. By adding a granny flat to an investment property your property maintenance and management fees could be shared between the two rentals. Be consistent. If you want the granny flat to add value to your property, make sure it matches your existing home and doesn’t look like an afterthought. It’s also essential to ensure that the granny flat doesn’t dominate the garden or take up too much outdoor space. If you’ve got enough space and the right property, a granny flat is a sound investment. Before you dive in, Invest Plus Granny Flat can provide a free online site assessment.
Thinking about adding more space for your growing family? If you are working from home, or simply need extra space for a growing family, a granny flat is a flexible and affordable option. Start planning with these 3 top tips: 1. Set your budget and ensure your builder organised and has a stringent process in place for budget tracking. Ensure you read any testimonials or ask for some references of your builder of choice. At Invest Plus Granny Flats, we not only have experienced builders but we can also provide smart financing options to suit your budget needs. We also have a strong network or real estate agents and property managers who can assist in ensuring you gain the maximum return when renting out your granny flat. 2. Ensure your property meets the requirements such as block size, access and boundary requirements. In some cases you may not need council approval, as a project may meet CDC complying development consent. If not then ensure you obtain the appropriate council approvals. Invest Plus can assist with all your certification and development consent approvals. 3. Decide on what your primary use will be, this will determine the internal layout, if it's for personal use, or for an elderly relative, do you need to plan in some future alterations such as wider doors, wheelchair access or other contingencies for retirement living. If it will be a home office thinking about natural light and extra living space might be needed.
Your granny flat can become a profitable income generator. A granny flat investment can be a positively or negatively geared investment. It really depends on the overall value of your property and the potential rental return you receive. You will be eligible for tax deductions, however it will depend on whether your overall investment is positive or negatively geared. If you rent out a granny flat to generate extra income, remember that you will need to pay tax on the rental income you receive. The amount of tax payable will depend on your income tax bracket and your marginal tax rate. You will also be able to claim the depreciation in value of your granny flat investment as a tax deduction each year. If you are building your granny flat on your primary residence, be aware that this will mean that a portion of your property will be subjected to Capital Gains Tax (CGT). The main priority is to work out if it would be feasible for your overall investment and income portfolio. To work out all the possible costs involved and what the impact of the addition needs to be reviewed and we recommend discussing this with a financial planner and getting the most accurate advice in relation to your circumstances. Ask Invest Plus Granny Flats about payment plan options or our finance partner Sum+ can also assist in financing. It may be beneficial to consolidate your debt with the rest of your investment portfolio.
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