Image: Freepik Buying your first investment property is an exciting step, but one that often hides real risk behind optimism. Many new buyers expect rental income to start rolling in quickly, only to hit snags they didn’t anticipate. The truth? A solid property is just the starting point. What matters is how well you prepare, manage, and protect that asset. If you treat this like a business — not a personal milestone — you’ll be way ahead. Let’s walk through some real-world a
