There are more and more people taking advantage of the fact you can buy property using your existing superannuation. It is not for everyone – but for me it just makes sense. If you have a reasonable understanding of the property market – or have some trusted advisors that do, … Read more
So, you’ve taken the plunge and purchased an investment property! Now comes the scary part – handing your property over to someone you don’t know, who will hopefully look after the property and pay the rent on time. Here are my Top 5 Tips to minimise the risk of getting … Read more
For many of us its not going to be viable to live the lifestyle we’ve become used to once we retire if we are solely reliant on our superannuation funds. If you are in your 20’s or 30’s – retirement might be the furthest thing from your mind, but time … Read more
I am constantly having discussions with clients and friends about what area is good to invest in. Often people think that investing in and around the city area is the ideal as they’ll get better capital growth than outer Melbourne, alternatively I have clients that have purchased investment properties in … Read more
I’m currently in the market to buy a property to renovate, so I’m excited to see that the number of homes coming onto the market in our area is starting to increase. However, there is still not the stock levels that we had in August 2017 and 2016 – so, … Read more
It’s all very well to have made the decision to buy a property but what is the next step? Whether you’re a first home buyer, third home buyer or investor the next step, if you’re serious, is getting your finance approved! There are many things you need to be aware … Read more
Is it time for you to think about refinancing? There might be a home loan out there that better suits your needs or will help you pay off your mortgage faster. The important part is knowing when these opportunities arise. With the current home loan market so competitive there are … Read more
Like all insurances, landlord insurance policies are not created equal. Before purchasing or renewing your coverage, it’s essential to thoroughly read the fine print. When you have an investment property, landlord insurance should be on the top of your “must haves” list. It’s additional coverage that building and contents insurance … Read more
I must say it’s been an interesting year for the real estate industry. I think the media have put the fear in much of the community about what’s actually going to happen in the market this year and beyond. There are also a number of conflicting opinions which make it … Read more
There has been a lot happening in the investment sector of residential investing over the past 2 years. With the banks tightening lending for property investors about 2 years ago due to APRA (Australian Prudential Regulation Authority) requirements, a lot of ‘would be’ investors were no longer in a position … Read more