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Investor Strategy • 13 MAY 2024
The catalyst that led this 26-year-old to amass a $4.6m portfolio
For one Adelaide tradie, an unexpected health crisis was the impetus for a more intentional life.
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Investor Strategy • 10 MAY 2024
Have you fallen for these negative gearing myths?
The debate over negative gearing is one of the most polarising topics in Australian politics – but it’s a topic that is rife with misinformation.
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Tax & Legal • 10 MAY 2024
10 EOFY tips for maximising your rental property returns
With the end of the financial year fast approaching, landlords must consider ways they can optimise their rental property investments.
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Investor Strategy • 09 MAY 2024
Could apartments beat houses for long-term growth?
Historically, apartments have had a reputation for inferior capital growth, but new data suggests that this trend is set to change.
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Finance • 09 MAY 2024
Is ‘rentvesting’ causing loan sizes to spiral upwards?
Amid a dwindling supply of rental properties, the “rentvesting” efforts of buyers and investors are having profound effects on loan size and volume.
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Investor Strategy • 08 MAY 2024
Brisbane property market update April 2024
The pace of growth in the Brisbane property market appears to be decelerating, as evidenced by changes in Brisbane’s median dwelling values. Monthly growth for...
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Finance • 06 MAY 2024
Is a move to raid super for house deposits a trap?
Experts warn that rumblings of a Coalition push for uncapped usage of super for house deposits would only make young Australians wait longer to own their first home.
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Finance • 06 MAY 2024
NSW property commissioner breaks silence on Netstrata
The state has launched an independent review into Netstrata’s practices following allegations the firm was charging excessive fees and taking kickbacks.
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Investor Strategy • 06 MAY 2024
Commercial tenants in arrears? What is the best course of action?
A lease surrender might seem like the last resort, but here is why it might not be the worst idea to consider.
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Investor Strategy • 06 MAY 2024
How can short-term property managers gain from going green?
With the trend of sustainable lodging becoming bigger, short-term rental (STR) and Airbnb hosts must consider how to cater towards eco-conscious guests.
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