Why should you build your investment property? Warranty Protection for Your Investment Property With a brand-new investment property, everything in the home will be under warranty. This allows you peace of mind with the knowledge that nothing should go wrong, and even if it does, you know there will be a quick and easy replacement…. Read more
Why should you build your investment property? Creating the Right Property Building a brand new property allows you to create a property that includes the features that appeal to the future tenants you will have in the property. For example, if you are in an area that is popular with families with young children,… Read more
Where Should My Investment Property be Located? Avoid Poor Neighbourhood aesthetics Any investment property needs to be appealing the tenant to live in. The look and feel of the location, as well as the community and crime rates will have an impact on the overall performance of the property, how rentable to property is, and… Read more
Where Should My Investment Property be Located? Avoid Poor Infrastructure Localised issues can have a large impact on the performance of your property. Things like large overhead power lines can have an impact not only on your tenants health, but also the way the bank views your property, and the likelihood of you getting a… Read more
Where Should My Investment Property be Located? Avoid single Industry Locations Single industry locations, in particular mining or defence towns, are risky investments. This is due to the potential for the employment hub – whether this be a mine of defence force base – to close down. This will diminish the rental pool, causing your… Read more
Where Should My Investment Property be Located? Avoid Small Towns Small towns with less than 100,000 residents within a 20km radius, and a lack of population growth, are not recommended as areas to invest in property. A smaller population means a smaller rental pool, and less demand for purchase should you need to sell your… Read more
Where Should My Investment Property be Located? Avoid mainstream hotspots By the time you hear about the places that have strong capital growth, it’s more than likely that the location is already reaching its peak and will plateau soon. Instead, look for areas which are well set up for growth in the near future, such… Read more
As you are probably well aware, the Banking Royal Commission concluded recently and a number of recommendations were issued by Commissioner, Kenneth Hayne. There was very little surprise when some damning misconduct came to light. Most Australians pinned their hopes on the banks being held to account for years of questionable and corrupt practices, but… Read more
Ever seen or heard of a property clock? Most likely not….. Here’s why it could change how and where you invest: What is a Property Clock? This is a property clock which is published monthly by national valuation firm, Herron Todd White (HTW) and is an overall indication of where they believe each market around… Read more