Selling an investment property
Selling an Investment Property? Make an Informed Decision.
Selling an investment is usually a financial decision first. You will be weighing the likely sale price against holding costs, tax, the tenancy and what you plan to do with the funds.
Investors often live away from the property and may only know the property manager, not the local selling agents. That makes a careful agent choice especially important.
Key decisions and common challenges
Tenanted or vacant
Selling with a tenant in place appeals to other investors, while a vacant property may suit owner occupiers. Notice periods and tenant rights vary by state.
Capital gains tax and timing
The contract date usually matters for capital gains tax, and the timing of the sale can change the result. Speak with your accountant before you list.
Your property manager is not automatically the right selling agent
Some property managers' agencies sell well, others less so. Compare them fairly against other local agents.
Presentation of a rental
Rentals can show wear. Decide which repairs are worthwhile and coordinate access fairly with the tenant.
How BrokerMyAgent helps
- We compare local agents on recent sales of similar properties, including how they handle tenanted sales.
- We review agents' selling proposals, commission and marketing costs, and challenge anything that doesn't stack up, so you can weigh costs against expected returns.
- We work around your schedule, including if you live in another city or overseas.
We are a matchmaker, not a selling agent. See how our service works.
Our agent research and selection process
- 1We learn about your property, timing and what matters most to you.
- 2We research local agents on recent comparable sales, days on market and reputation.
- 3We assess each one against our 10-Point Assessment.
- 4We introduce a shortlist of best-fit agents for you to meet.
- 5You choose. The decision is always yours.
For investors we look at each agent's investor buyer database, experience with tenanted sales and how they manage access and communication with tenants. Read more about how we select agents.
Why a second opinion on appraisals and selling costs helps
Selling costs directly reduce your return. Testing the appraisal against comparable sales and reviewing the proposal helps you make the sell or hold decision with clearer numbers.
Try our commission calculator to see what a quoted rate could cost.
Questions sellers in your situation ask
Can I sell my investment property with tenants living in it?
Yes, in most cases. Tenants generally keep their rights under their lease, and each state sets notice and access rules. Your agent and property manager should explain them.
Should my property manager sell the property?
They may be a good fit, but it is worth comparing them with other local selling agents on recent results, experience and cost.
Can BrokerMyAgent tell me how much tax I will pay?
No. We do not give tax advice. A registered tax agent or accountant can work out capital gains tax for your situation.
General information only. This page is general information only. Please get advice from a registered tax agent or accountant about capital gains tax, and from your property manager or a solicitor about tenancy obligations in your state.
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