Let’s be honest—property investing isn’t a solo sport anymore. Sure, back in the day, you might’ve been able to buy a few properties just by reading the weekend papers and chatting to local agents. But today? The stakes are higher. The markets are more complex. And mistakes are more expensive. That’s why having a professional…
Do you want to buy an investment property but don’t have the cash in the bank for a deposit? The good news is, if you’re an existing homeowner, there is a way to have your cake AND eat it. And this is especially the case at a time when Australia’s recent property boom has seen…
It’s common for many buyers and property investors to experience analysis paralysis when it comes to buying a property. After all, it’s a complex decision and one that has a long-term impact… especially if you get it wrong. The thing is, while due diligence is essential to make sure you know what you’re buying and…
There is a debate in the world about the usefulness and the alleged obscene amounts of money earned by some professions. It’s widely acknowledged that real estate agents are not the most trusted professions in Australia. The four professions least trusted in Australia, based on the percentage of Australians (aged 14 and over) who rate…
When you make your offer on a property, there are a few things to keep in mind to give you the upper hand in the negotiation. These are particularly important in the current market as sentiment turns. So, let’s look at some tactics that should help you secure your property.. 1. Substantiate Your Offer Provide…
There may come a time in your life when you have to (or choose to) relocate, whether it be for professional or personal reasons, and you are faced with the decision on what to do with your family home. Should you sell? Or should you retain it and rent it out? People are most often…
If you’re more than five years into your property investment journey, congratulations — the statistics suggest you’re well on your way to long-term success. You see, more than half of those who start out with dreams of property riches don’t make it that far. If you look closely at any group of successful property investors,…
Imagine an affordable, hassle-free investment in one of our major cities that offered a guaranteed rental return of over 6% and a long term lease with fixed annual rent increases. In cash-strapped times, this would seem an opportunity too good to miss. But, as always, there is a darker side. Welcome to the world of…
We all love our own neighbourhoods, right? We choose to rent or own homes in particular suburbs because it’s close to where we work, it may have an exciting entertainment scene, or perhaps it’s in the right school zone for our children. But does that mean that you should invest in your own backyard, too?…
If you’ve been following my commentary for a while, you’ll know I always advocate for a long-term perspective when it comes to property. While market cycles may come and go, the big-picture fundamentals rarely change, and they all point to one thing: Australian property values will continue to rise. But every now and then, it’s…
