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New Vs. Old: What’s the smarter investment?

New apartment building

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 … Read More

Own a piece of New York City!

Have you ever dreamt of owning a property in the Big Apple?

We’re excited to announce a rare opportunity to our investors to own their very own piece of the USA’s concrete jungle, New York City!

This is a once in a lifetime opportunity in the world’s most famous and reputable real … Read More

Rentvesting your way to an investment portfolio

Rentvesting your way to a property portfolio

Housing affordability is of growing concern to Australians who are eager to enter the property market. It is of particular concern to those who would like to own and live in their dream suburb, however do not have the assets and income to finance their dream home. With no sign … Read More

Retiring with investment property

Retiring with investment property

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 … Read More

How couples can invest with a single income

An update to the national housing market

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 … Read More

How to add value to an older property

Even though Australian housing prices are on the rise, a seller can’t rest on their laurels and just hope for the best when it comes time to put their house on the property market.

Whether you want to increase your property’s value for resale now or in the future, there are … Read More

SMSF as an option for investors

SMSF as an option for investors

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 … Read More

Tough new borrowing laws for Chinese market

The major Australian banks have clamped down on foreign borrowing, making it more difficult for Chinese and other foreign investors to take out home loans.

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 … Read More