Purchase an Investment Property
Generate Consistent Cash Flow and Potential Price Appreciation
The Gill | Cave Group helps investors of all sizes and experience levels purchase investment properties that help them achieve their financial goals. We do all the legwork by finding the best real estate investment deals in the Central Austin Area, creating realistic financial projections based on our market expertise, and negotiating favorable real estate contracts on behalf of our clients.
While most real estate agents focus on helping clients buy or sell their primary residence, our specialty and core competency centers on investment properties. We have a proprietary internal database of off-market deals, giving our clients unlimited access to some of the most exclusive and timely investment opportunities.
Why Invest in Real Estate Around UT Austin?
The Gill Cave Group specializes in helping investors purchase properties around the top ranked, Tier 1 University of Texas at Austin Campus. We believe it is one of the most attractive real estate submarkets within Austin, which is itself often ranked the strongest market in the country.
- The University of Texas at Austin provides a consistent and growing source of tenants, since 88% of the 50k+ student population lives off campus.
Students often pay a premium rent versus traditional tenants, since they often have roommates and pay by-the-bedroom prices.
- Most student tenants have their parents as guarantors on their lease contract, which dramatically reduces the risk of late payments or early vacancy.
- Properties around the campus often pre-lease up to a year in advance and only have two weeks of vacancy for turnover, which provides owners predictable cash flow.
The UT Campus area is centrally located, adjacent to Downtown Austin, which is one of the most desired zip codes in the Country.
Take advantage of all the benefits of real estate investing such as inflation protection, portfolio diversification and tax benefits.
Our Advantage
Deal Selection
Our team makes finding an investment property simple by seeking out only the best properties for your investment goals. With thousands of properties listed on the Austin MLS at any given time, our team of agents and data entry specialists filter out only the best investment deals, saving you time and finding you only the best opportunities.
Property Pro Forma
We use our depth of industry knowledge to provide our opinion of a property’s cash flow, so you can make a more informed investment decision. This includes our opinion on a property’s rental revenue and expenses, so you understand our estimate of a property’s future cash flow.
Inspection
Once you are under contract, we will help arrange a licensed inspector to inspect the property for any defects. We will also arrange for additional contractors to visit the property when appropriate. We will review the inspection report with you and negotiate concessions with the seller.
Financing
Obtaining financing for an investment property requires specialize expertise, especially if you will own the property in an LLC or if you are investing alongside other partners. We work with lenders who specialize in these unique situations to help you get the best financing.
Ownership Structure
Many investors prefer to own their investment properties in an LLC or other corporate structures. We can connect you to qualified attorneys who specialize in helping investors structure the ownership of their investment property.
Leasing
We are sister companies with Housing Scout, which is the largest leasing company by volume in Austin. Signing over 2,000 leases per year, Housing Scout has the marketing knowhow and manpower to help lease up your investment property.
Our Process
Step 1.
Consultation
A team member will discuss your investment objectives with you to determine the best strategy to achieve them. Once we put together a game plan, we will start sending you potential investment properties for you to review. We hand select the best deals so you can cut through the clutter of thousands of MLS listings. We can discuss each deal individually to help you identify the best investment property.
Step 2.
Purchase a Property
Once we help you find the perfect investment property, we will also help you successfully close the purchase transaction. Our real estate professionals will assist you in setting up property inspections, referring you to lenders that specialize in investment loans, refer you to an attorney that specializes in setting up property ownership entities and work with the title company to ensure a smooth closing. Don’t worry, we help guide you through the entire due-diligence process!
Step 3.
Enjoy Cash Flow
Our team provides a comprehensive set of services to investor clients after closing, including the marketing and leasing of your new property with the help of our sister company Housing Scout. We will refer you to a local management company that will assist you in the management of your property by collecting rent, coordinating maintenance requests, and communicating directly with your tenants so you can achieve a truly passive income.
Are You or a Family Member Attending UT Austin?
If you or a family member are attending the University of Texas at Austin from out-of-state – purchasing a property could help you qualify for in-state tuition. While there are many factors that contribute to the determination of in-state tuition eligibility, purchasing a property helps you establish Texas Residency. Students that pay in-state tuition versus out-of-state tuition can more than $100,000 in tuition over three years. Contact us for more information about this process.
