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Many investors who would have been successfully approved for finance last year are struggling now to either begin or continue their property investment journey because of the current financial climate.
In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, broker John Manciamelli and Momentum Media director Alex Whitlock joins host Tim Neary to discuss how APRA changes and the royal commission have resulted in a tighter lending economy and what that means for Australian investors.
They discuss what traps investors should avoid if they are trying to obtain finance, the four key growth drivers in a property market and unpacking trust structures while revealing one type of trust that you should miss.

If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!
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A knowledge on finance can help you thrive through unpredictable market movements, allowing you to protect your asset through various safety buffers and even craft a potential exit strategy should you feel the need to postpone your wealth-creation journey—all without having to overcapitalise.
Smart Property Investment gives you an insight on various financial news and advice from experts and seasoned investors. We gather up-to-date data and information on states and territories’ annual budgets, RBA cash rate decisions, lending regulations, market trends on lending and finance and the government’s influence on property financing.
The Finance section also covers expert advice and investor stories that will help you improve your financial literacy and ultimately identify the most effective finance strategies and solutions in today’s property market



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If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!
RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST:

How the Australian property marketplace could change
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A knowledge on finance can help you thrive through unpredictable market movements, allowing you to protect your asset through various safety buffers and even craft a potential exit strategy should you feel the need to postpone your wealth-creation journey—all without having to overcapitalise.
Smart Property Investment gives you an insight on various financial news and advice from experts and seasoned investors. We gather up-to-date data and information on states and territories’ annual budgets, RBA cash rate decisions, lending regulations, market trends on lending and finance and the government’s influence on property financing.
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In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, regular guests Steve and Victor of Right Property Group join host Phil Tarrant to discuss the current state of the Australian property market as it is portrayed in the media, and analyse if things are as dire as we are being led to believe.
 
 They will compare regional markets with capital cities as investment options, reveal some areas which they consider to be poor investments at the moment while also discussing some of the markets where they see future potential.

If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn.
If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you’d like to lend your voice to the show, email [email protected] for more insights!
RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST:
The investment strategies that actually work
The property investment process, simplified
A spiralling market, or just media spin?
AREAS MENTIONED: 
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Brisbane
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Geelong
Wollongong
Melbourne
Newcastle
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Dubbo
Bathurst
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More than just bricks and mortar, experts often regard property investment as a ‘game of finance’. As such, a good finance strategy can lead any investor to success.

Understanding the different financing options available to investors and how each of them can affect the growth of your portfolio is as important as mapping economic drivers and their influence on your assets.
Being well-acquainted with the ins and outs of property financing starts in understanding mortgages and interest rates, knowing the difference between loan products and features and being able to comply with the rules of taxation.
Is your property worth its weight in gold—from upfront costs such as deposit and stamp duty to ongoing costs including mortgage repayments and maintenance fees?
What is the difference between principal-and-interest loans and interest-only loans? Should you go for variable rates, fixed rates or split rates? Are offset accounts and redraw facilities worth the extra costs?
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