Welcome back to The HMO Property Show, hosted by Neil Gibb—your go-to podcast for cashflow-positive property investing and breaking free from outdated real estate myths.
Considering investing in an HMO but not sure where to start? In this episode, Neil answers the top 10 questions that come up time and time again from aspiring and seasoned investors alike. From rental yields to legality, tenant types to exit strategies—this episode is your go-to guide for getting confident with co-living.
Neil shares real numbers, real stories, and breaks it all down in plain English—so you can make smarter, lower-risk decisions about your next investment move.
✔️ How HMOs differ from traditional rentals (and why they outperform)
✔️ What kind of returns are realistic and what impacts cashflow
✔️ Who actually rents co-living rooms and what they’re looking for
✔️ The truth about legality and compliance in WA
✔️ What happens if you have vacancies—and why it’s rare
✔️ How to invest passively without managing tenants or repairs
✔️ What your exit options are and how resale stacks up
✔️ Why new builds often beat conversions in the long run
✔️ How to invest using your Self Managed Super Fund
✔️ What makes The HMO Property Co different from everyone else
🔹 10% gross yield is our benchmark—but we’ve hit up to 16%
🔹 Cashflow can be $10K–$30K/year depending on your strategy
🔹 Essential workers are driving demand—and they’re rock-solid tenants
🔹 Legal, compliant, and future-proof with the right approvals + team
🔹 Our vacancy rate is 1–3%—and never fully empty once filled
🔹 Full end-to-end management = passive income for investors
🔹 Exit options exist—but most investors keep them for the cashflow
🔹 New builds give you better layouts, yields, and long-term value
🔹 SMSFs are a powerful tool—with the right structure and advice
🔹 We walk the walk—200+ HMOs built, 800+ rooms, and growing
Whether you're thinking about your first HMO or planning to scale, this episode arms you with the facts and frameworks to invest with confidence—and avoid the common mistakes that cost time and money.
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