Finance Tips and Insights - Smart Property Investment

Property investment is often regarded as a game of finance. Here’s how you can best understand the financing options and strategies to suit your portfolio.

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RBA insists on rate hold amid rumours it could be forced to reassess low rates

The Reserve Bank of Australia has made its second call on the official cash rate for this year, following its...

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Mortgage stress reaches 3-year low

Despite mortgage-holders experiencing record levels of comfort, red flags are emerging with financial stress tipped to...

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‘Maintain negative gearing strategy’, government told

The REIA has asked the federal government to maintain negative gearing on property investments in its current form,...

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RBA makes first cash rate call of the year

The Reserve Bank of Australia has made its first call on the official cash rate for this year, following its decision...

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Record commercial property bank debt to subside as banks rethink their exposure

2020 was a big year for Australian commercial real estate (CRE), with new figures pointing to record bank debt for the...

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Economy poised for recovery supported by vaccine rollout

The economy and the budget are expected to reap the benefits of the earlier than planned vaccine rollout, following a...

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Mortgages slashed 6,777 times in 2020

Historically low interest rates have seen lenders make almost 7,000 cuts to home loans throughout 2020 but mortgage...

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Westpac decreases interest rate for home loans

Westpac has announced further changes to support home loan and small-business customers, including lowering fixed home...

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‘See you in court’: Why landlords need legal expenses cover

Rent going unpaid is all too often a problem for landlords and property managers. When such problems arise during a...

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RBA hands down rate decision on Cup Day

The Reserve Bank of Australia has announced its decision on the official interest rate this month, following...

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How property investors can avoid costing themselves thousands

Ahead of the 31 October deadline for lodging tax returns, property investors are being warned to not leave thousands...

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How a Hobart purchase set this investor up for a successful portfolio

A keen property investor has spoken out about how his purchase in the Hobart market kicked off the start of a...

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The WA hotspots seeing a median sale price boost

Fresh data has shown the areas in Western Australia that have witnessed an increase in median sale price for the last...

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How this investor is paving the way

An avid investor has his eyes on the prize, embarking on a goal to turn his efforts into supporting a big cause.

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Looser lending restrictions: What do they really mean for borrowers?

A relaxation of lending requirements may seem like a win for borrowers, but it’s not all cause for celebration. Like...

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Investor shares why now is a great time to buy

An Aussie property investor has unveiled how investing during the COVID-19 pandemic is set to pay off in spades.

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Why diversification is the key to success as a property investor

Diversification is being dubbed as one of the most important considerations to have as a property investor. Here’s...

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Investors on the hunt for better deals

New research has shown that more than a third of investors would consider refinancing to a new lender to...

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Loyalty tax: Who is paying for it?

“Loyalty tax” stands as one of the hidden charges on mortgage holders, who could be blindly loyal to their bank and...

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Investors gear up for Christmas portfolio expansion

With just over two months to go, investors are ramping up their investment strategy as a way to take advantage of low...

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Why property investing should be thought of as a business

Many people lose sight on why they want to become a successful property investor. Here’s why it’s important to view...

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State-by-state comparison: Why Perth’s office market is outshining the rest

Moves by the WA government during the coronavirus pandemic have set the state up for greater prosperity, especially...

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How to submit a successful insurance claim during COVID-19

It must be said, the coronavirus has made most aspects of life in 2020 more challenging. It has certainly changed the...

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Strong fundamentals supported by budget

The budget announcement along with already favourable market conditions is likely to continue to support the Australian...

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Budget 2020: What does it mean for property?

Seven months overdue, the long-awaited federal budget has been delivered, setting out a much-anticipated plan for...

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