Interest Only vs P&I Loans for property Investors Introduction Property investment is a popular avenue for wealth creation in Australia, with a variety of financing options available to investors. Among these options, two of the most common are interest-only (IO) loans and principal and interest (P&I) loans. Both have their advantages and disadvantages. The choice between… Read more
what is land tax? Introduction Investing in real estate can be very lucrative but it also comes with its share of responsibilities and expenses. One such expense that property investors need to be aware of is land tax. Understanding ‘what is land tax’ and how it works, is crucial for investors looking to grow a… Read more
What’s the Big Deal? You’ve probably heard the terms duplex or dual key being thrown around in regards to investment opportunities. So, what’s the big deal? What is a duplex, what is a dual key, and why should you invest in one? What is a Duplex Property? A duplex is a single residential building containing… Read more
Imagine a lost tribe somewhere deep in the Amazon that have had no contact with western civilization. What would they say if you asked them what they look for in a home camp? Surely, their answer would be, “Location! Location! Location!” From an early age it’s drummed into us. The undeniable truth that location… Read more
Why Buy Investment Properties Interstate? Many property investors disregard the idea of buying an investment property interstate. This can be for a number of different reasons, often personal. However, investing in property interstate could be one of the best decisions you’ll make. Why Do Some People Prefer Local Properties? There’s a number of reasons why… Read more
the Australian Property Market 2021 and Beyond The Australian Property Market. What should we expect in 2021 and the coming years? Property Prices are Increasing Around Australia There’s no doubt you’ve seen the media around property price increases over the past few months. As a country Australia has worked hard to lift itself out of… Read more
Why Should I Allow Pets in My Rental Property? In some states, pets are already required to be allowed unless there is good reason to refuse. However, in states where there is an option, many landlords still choose to not allow pets in their rental properties. There are a number of benefits to allowing pets,… Read more
The Old School Property Investment Process Scouring over pretty pictures of shiny kitchens and bathrooms on realestate.com, trekking out to open inspections, and hoping an investment property would perform based on looks alone… are all activities of the past. The old school property investment process is based on appearances, rather than facts. The New Property… Read more
2020 was a challenging year for many people. Job losses, sickness, changes to schooling, toilet paper shortages and cancellations of travel and events have left many households in a stage of recuperating, rescheduling, and restarting. The global pandemic affected everything, and property all over Australia saw new trends emerge to what is now an extremely… Read more