Use changes everything

Mimis and Mary had found the property that felt right for them.
Not perfect; but the first that seemed to stand on their dreams.

But to make it truly theirs, they would have to invest far more than they had — as all their previous viewings had already shown them.
The cost of buying plus renovation went beyond their limits; and those weren’t the only expenses they would have to face.

They began thinking differently.
“What if we found something smaller, as an investment?”
“And rent it out?”

The conversation opened up.
By the day? By the month?
And what would that mean for returns, workload, and stability?

They went back to the agent.
He looked a little surprised, but smiled.

“This changes the perspective,” he said.
“If you’re thinking of daily rentals, you’ll need to look in another area.
I can connect you with our other office — colleagues there know the markets with high demand for such leases.
Homes may be smaller, but often pricier, depending on demand.
Renovation might cost less — it always depends on the property’s condition.
But the payback could come faster… if you choose carefully.

If you want monthly rentals, we can find something in the same area,
but it might not work in your favor.

And if you stay with the owner-occupancy plan… I know you’re considering both cash and a loan.
It might be worth asking the bank if the loan amount could be increased —
always depending on what you want and what you can handle each month.
It’s important to know your limits in advance — and for what purpose.”

Mary looked at Mimis. The knot in her stomach tightened.
For the first time, the conversation wasn’t just about square meters and prices,
but about the why and the how.

They had to think seriously about their next move.

To be continued in the next episode…