Gentrification is the process of improving an area to conform or be in line with middle-class taste. Traditionally occurring in low socioeconomic neighbourhoods, gentrification changes the face and landscape of suburbs from tired, worn and uninspiring to the modern market’s needs and wants.

Beneficial for buyers and investors, gentrified neighbourhoods offer affordability and a strong potential for significant capital growth. Redfern, Paddington and Woolloomooloo … Read more »

More than 90 changes to Strata Title Legislation have now commenced. These changes will affect all stakeholders that own, live in, manage or operate a business from a Strata Title Property.

The most significant changes that will affect administration of your strata scheme sit around the conduct of General Meetings within the Owners Corporation, including;

Tenant participation

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Investing in property can be a whole lot of excitement and opportunity, but it can also bring struggle, regret, or feelings of doubt.

Property investing is seen by many as a way to secure one’s financial future, but with statistics showing that 50% of property investors sell up within the first 5 years, where are we going wrong?

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Buying an investment property can be a conflicting process if we let our emotions takeover. When we buy an owner occupied home, it’s easy to get swept up on the aesthetics and nice-to-have’s. However an investment property is a different kettle of fish. It must be approached logically and rationally to ensure that you’re making a smart long-term financial decision. Although you personally may wish to purchase a new property … Read more »

What’s your retirement plan? With the average life expectancy getting longer every year, it means we all have to plan as best we can for our retirement, with the aim of being financially stable and secure long into our golden years. It’s more apparent now than ever before that our superannuation just isn’t going to be enough to fund the rest of our lives past retirement.

This is why more and … Read more »

With property prices on the rise, it’s easy to assume that a couple with a single income can’t afford to invest in property. However, by putting the right strategy in place, having a clear set of objectives, and understanding the options available to you, couples on one income can invest in property effectively. Investing without having to separate bank accounts or consider individual budgets, a couple can use their joint … Read more »

Having a self managed super fund (SMSF) can hold benefits for property investors. Tax rates are generally lower for investments made through an SMSF and if sold at the right time, some taxes can be avoided altogether. With patience and a calculated strategy in place, investing in property through an SMSF can be a good way to secure a long term return on your investment.
What is an SMSF?
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For several years, the Australian property market has been an attractive investment option for Chinese investors. In 2014 to 2015 Chinese investment accounted for $24.3 billion of the Australian property market, doubling from the year prior.

Earlier this year, the major Australian banks including NAB, Westpac and Commonwealth bank clamped down on foreign borrowing, making it more difficult for Chinese and other foreign investors to take out home loans. In April, … Read more »

Looking to build your investment property portfolio without blowing out the budget or putting stress on cash flow? It is possible. If you already own your own home or another investment property, you may have untapped equity which you can use to buy an investment property.
What is ‘equity’?
Equity is the difference between your property’s market value and the amount owing on the mortgage. For example if your property is worth … Read more »

Rentvesting has become a popular trend as more and more people look to build wealth through property. With Australian housing prices on the rise and seemingly out of reach for the average income, this trend has opened the door for many new investors to enter the market. The idea behind rentvesting is that people continue to rent a property that suits their lifestyle; close to work, schools, restaurants, transport and … Read more »