Investor Strategy

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Investor Strategy • 30 May 2016

How long should you hold an investment property?

While each individual may have different goals driving their property investment, there are some fundamentals that apply across the board.

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Investor Strategy • 30 May 2016

Is your investment property pet-friendly?

Have you considered renting your investment property to tenants with pets? Before you do, there are a few important things to consider.

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Investor Strategy • 25 May 2016

Is the Australian property market primed for ongoing growth?

With a lot of activity from the government over the past month, the housing market could be looking at steady growth over the coming years.

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

PORTFOLIO UPDATE: 'How we bought 11 properties in less than 5 years': The SPI Show reveals all

In this week’s podcast, the Smart Property Investment team reveal how we succeeded in rapidly acquiring properties, why we’ve slowed down recently, the mistakes...

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

How this property investor is preparing for doing 'savvy subdivisions'

Jo Vadillo started her property investment journey in her late 20s and has since grown a six property-strong portfolio while also running two businesses. For her next...

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

How to choose the right real estate agent

Finding an agent who is dedicated to helping you achieve the best results can be a daunting task, but luckily there are some guidelines that can make this process much...

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

Pros and cons of off-the-plan investments

With certain markets experiencing significant residential development, it is important to weigh up the hidden risks and potential advantages of purchasing...

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

Sydney’s vacancy rates remain steady

Residential vacancy rates in the state capital saw no change for a third month in a row, according to the Real Estate Institute of NSW (REINSW).

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Investor Strategy • 23 May 2016

11 questions to ask your property manager

Hiring the right property manager can be the key to a successful investment – but how can you be sure he/she is the best person for the job?

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Investor Strategy • 20 May 2016

Property investment could be the ‘crazy idea’ to get you out of the rat race

For a decade Michael Xia held a corporate job, but soon enough he was itching to try other “crazy ideas” that will give him more time for himself. His chosen way out...

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