I bought in an area that has a high number of housing commission places and this has not had any affect on capital growth/rental income. Commission homes are generally in areas that are very central to everything. I am within 2kms to the city..

Alex,I understand your pain. It is hard to motivate someone if it is not the path they truely want to go down and they may end up resenting you down the track. Remember though even if he is not motivated it doesn't mean you can't do it. I am 27, single and I own two properties. Sometimes it is hard but it is worth it in the long run. Start sm…[Read more]