Investor Strategy

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Tight rental market persists

Investors looking to secure a strong rental return don’t have to look far with the national vacancy rate falling to...
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SMSF trustees get green light on renovation

A draft ruling by the Australian Taxation Office has given self-managed superannuation fund members the ability to use...
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Landlords face larger bill for urgent repairs

Landlords will be forced to repay tenants' expenses of up to $1,800 for urgent repairs and additional restrictions will...
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Aussies choose renovation over building

New housing activity failed to hit the mark in the June 2011 quarter, new data has found.
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Holiday rentals prove resilient

The strong Australian dollar isn't deterring some Australian expatriates from snapping up Christmas holiday rentals in...
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Problem landlord to face Supreme Court

A Melbourne-based landlord will face the Supreme Court today, following a series of tenant complaints that sparked an...
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First home buyers back in town

Data from one of Australia’s largest brokerages shows first home buyers are starting to become more active in the...
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Rental yields on the rise

National rental yields have risen over the past quarter, creating a prime market for investors.
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Free reno consultations at Melbourne show

Investors and home buyers contemplating renovation can chat with a professional architect for 20 minutes free of charge...
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Renovation's popularity grows

Affordability constraints and flat market conditions are pushing investors and home buyers towards properties with...
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Renters demand more for their money

Australian renters are calling on landlords for more flexibility and bang for their buck as the cost of renting...
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First home buyers bounce back

Broader housing finance activity suffered another fall in March but the first home buyer market presented some signs of...
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Rental yields entice in sunshine capital

While the Brisbane property market remains subdued, pent-up demand for rental properties could see investors flock to...
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Uncertainty over first home buyer incentives

The federal government ignored calls for an increase to the First Home Owner Grant in last week’s budget but just...
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Rental property squeeze

Vacancy rates for rental properties remain tight across the country the latest research from SQM Research has shown.
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Subdued market natural: REIA

House price attrition is natural part of the property cycle, Real Estate Institute of Australia’s president David...
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Tenants willing to pay more

The vast majority of renters are prepared to pay more rent in order to stay in their existing rental property, a new...
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How to arrange the first home owner's grant

Exactly how and where can you secure your first home owner’s grant (FHOG)? Look no further, Smart Property Investment...
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Look before you leap: pre-purchase inspections

A pre-purchase inspection is essential for every home purchase – whether it’s your new home or an investment...
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FHB activity plummets

First home buyer activity has slumped to its lowest level in six years, new research has found.
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