6 Clues House Values Are About To Rise
As a budding property investor, spotting potential opportunities is crucial. Here are six simple clues to help you identify when property values are on the verge of rising in suburban areas. Low Vacancy Rate A lower vacancy rate often signifies that there is a high demand from renters. Research the vacancy rate of a suburb, […]
Asset Structuring For Property Investors 101
Asset structuring is a vital component of property investment however, it is often bypassed by newbie property investors or developers. Asset structuring should be tailored to the individual investor however, there are some crucial factors to consider when deciding on the best structure for your needs. Here are some of the key issues that […]
Knowing the “Why” to Your Investing Will Make Your Money Choices Simpler
I’ve spoken to many investors of property and financial investments. There is one common trait I see from those who succeed and those who don’t succeed as well when they invest. This is predominately based around knowing your why!
Importance of Having Good Landlords Insurance
Most property investors recognise the importance of insuring their asset. However, it’s common for some investors to assume that because they have taken out Landlords Insurance that they are well covered by the best product available. What you may not realise is that not only is Landlords Insurance quite specific to property investors, but also […]
You Don’t Have to Be Rich to Invest in Property
It’s common for many people to assume only rich people buy investment properties. But who is the average investor? Research conducted by the Housing Industry Association (HIA) in 2015 and recent statistics released by the Australian Taxation Office (ATO) revealed some surprising statistics about investor incomes that might make you rethink your assumptions. Let’s take […]
Is It Worth Staying Loyal to Your Bank?
Gone are the days where loyalty is well-rewarded, especially when it comes to banks. It’s common to see advertisements offering new customers special discounts and deals on financial products. Yet, long-standing customers don’t receive the same rewards for their loyalty. Recent changes to property investment loans which impact existing customers are one such case in point.
Tips for Finding Growing Suburbs for Your Next Investment Property
It’s common for many property investors to ask which suburb will be the best one for them to buy a rental property. Most people seek to invest in growing suburbs. They want to know they’ll get good value for their money and the potential for healthy capital growth in the future. Of course, no one […]
Things to Look for in a Low-Maintenance Property
There has been a distinct shift in preference for home buyers over to low-maintenance properties in recent years. Not everyone has the time or inclination to spend all their free time attending to chores around the home. After all, working on maintenance and chores means less time to enjoy leisure activities, so it makes sense […]
Is it possible to reduce your tax payments when Investing in Property?
Like it or not taxes are a part of the property landscape. It doesn’t matter if you are an investor or a home buyer, we get slugged. The biggest whack of the stick is a tax called stamp duty. The state governments issue this tax, therefore the amount and the way it’s implemented vary from […]
Maximising Your Depreciation
It’s common for many property investors to assume their accountant will automatically claim all of the deductions available for their rental property. However, if your investment property was constructed after 1985, your accountant isn’t allowed to estimate your construction costs. The tax office identify licensed Quantity Surveyors as being properly qualified to estimate your construction […]