Pets please apply
Pets have been long maligned by landlords for their potential to make a mess and cause damage. But with pet ownership in Australia ranking the highest in the world, property investors who turn their backs on our furry friends could be missing out on tenants and dollars. Before they dismiss dogs and cats, landlords should […]
Buyer blunders and how to avoid them for investment properties
Your home is likely to be the biggest purchase you make, so it’s something you want to get right. Mistakes can be stressful and costly. Here are the biggest ones buyers make and some tips to help you avoid them. Letting your heart rule your head. It’s often easy to be dispassionate about investment properties […]
Boosting rental return on investment
You’ve taken the plunge into the investment property pool and now have to find tenants. Although most rental markets throughout Australia remain tight, there’s still a need to put your property’s best foot forward to attract optimum returns. Here are some of the ways you can add value and ask for more rent and get […]
Home loan industry insights
Competition among lenders for a home loan remains steep but borrowers may still be missing out on great deals and important information that could save them thousands of dollars. YOU HAVE FREEDOM OF CHOICE Most lenders will pitch one or two loan products to customers. But that’s a tiny fraction of the number of loans […]
Investment property – how to turn equity into earnings
If you have equity stored away in your home, now could be the perfect time to tap into it for an investment property. Equity is simply the difference between the value of your home and what you owe on it. If you have a property valued at $500,000 and owe $200,000 on it, you have […]
Commercial Appeal – are you considering commercial property?
When mum and dad investors consider property, most look no further than the residential market. While homes and apartments may be seen as simpler and safer options, many investors are prepared to defy tradition and set their sights on the commercial sector. Commercial property differs to residential, but with the right understanding of the key […]
