Property Development

Profit from Property is the must-have guide for anyone who wants to make money out of property development. Expert author Philip Thomas will show you step by step how to develop property the smart way – from purchasing the best development opportunity, to financing the development, through to completion and disposal of the property. His fool-proof system will have you buying, managing, developing and selling property like an expert, whether you’re a first-time developer or an experienced investor wanting to make more out of your portfolio. Inside you’ll discover: • Money-making strategies for residential, commercial and industrial properties • Handy tips and case studies that will save you time, cash and stress • A proven development model that you can start using immediately with results • How to become a successful property developer without a huge amount of cash behind you. The best time to get into property is now. Read this book today and start profiting from property tomorrow! Philip Thomas has more than 25 years’ experience in the property industry across Australia and Asia, covering residential, industrial, commercial and infrastructure projects. Development Director of property development consultancy Montek, Philip also has a substantial private property portfolio. Contents About the author Acknowledgments Introduction Part 1 Understanding property development 1. Real estate development 101 2. Who’s who in property development 3. Comparing property types 4. Understanding the market 5. Understanding finance Part 2 The Montek property development model Stage 1 Vision Stage 2 Selection process Stage 3 Site selection and feasibility Stage 4 Planning and approvals Stage 5 Construction Stage 6 Completion and disposal Final thoughts: balancing on two wheels Index Learn More

Are you planning a small development project? In 2007/08 API ran a comprehensive 12-issue series of articles on small development. Packed with hard-to-find information, the full set of articles is a vital resource if you're considering a small property development project. This small development series was so popular with readers that some of these back issues have sold out and are no longer available. Therefore, in response to ongoing reader demand, we've now packaged all 12 of these small development articles into one single book - API's Small Development Guide. Learn More

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