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Hotspots • 25 SEP 2015

5 questions you need to answer when investing in a strata complex

Investing in a strata complex can be a tricky process to navigate but, if you do your research early and know what factors to consider when searching for a property, you...

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Hotspots • 25 SEP 2015

Should I rent to friends or family?

Renting your investment property out to close connections might seem like the kind of easy thing to do, but it can often be fraught with risk.

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Hotspots • 23 SEP 2015

What do the lending changes mean for you?

The lending landscape is vastly different to that of just a few months ago – here's what the changes will do to you and your properties.

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Hotspots • 18 SEP 2015

5 tips to maximise your portfolio's potential

Anyone can start building a property portfolio, but not everyone knows how to keep getting the best out of it.

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Hotspots • 14 SEP 2015

How to deal with real estate agents’ ‘little white lies’

Real estate agents often use their well-trained communication skills to up their negotiation game, even if it means having to spew out simple fibs that could potentially...

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Hotspots • 11 SEP 2015

3 things you can count on this spring

The busiest time for property sales is finally under way and here's what you should expect from the coming months.

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Hotspots • 10 SEP 2015

Why investing while you rent makes sense

If you (or your kids) can't yet afford to buy where you want to live, there are still multiple ways you can start making money from property. 

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Hotspots • 10 SEP 2015

What's in store for the rest of 2015?

A swell in the number of listings this spring will bring positive changes to the property market.

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Hotspots • 07 SEP 2015

Geared for success: Q&A with Philippe Brach

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Hotspots • 07 SEP 2015

Data master: Q&A with Louis Christopher

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Hotspots • 07 SEP 2015

Taking control: Q&A with Helen Collier-Kogtevs

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Finance • 04 SEP 2015

Budgeting for your financial future

Many people put their hands up when asked if they're in a comfortable financial position, without realising that they've failed to budget for what the future may hold....

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Hotspots • 03 SEP 2015

Be like Buffett

Buying an investment property can be a great way to create personal wealth over the long term – just look to some of the world's wealthiest people for proof. Follow...

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Hotspots • 03 SEP 2015

Taking the next step

For many, the great Australian dream is to own their own home. But achieving that dream shouldn't hold you back from realising even more financial goals.

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Hotspots • 01 SEP 2015

The price of procrastination

When you read about rising property values in the media, does it ever occur to you that those increases are the price of your procrastination?

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Hotspots • 28 AUG 2015

How you can outplay the market

It’s no secret that rising property rates have been making potential investors nervous, with price records falling everywhere you look. Here's how to keep your head in...

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Hotspots • 21 AUG 2015

What properties outperform in capital cities?

There is one property type that continues to deliver high returns and generate buyer interest - and there are six key reasons for its ongoing success.

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Hotspots • 20 AUG 2015

Top 10 mistakes during the purchasing process

Ready to make that next, or first, purchase? Don't do anything until you've read these 10 buyer mistakes and how to avoid them.

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Hotspots • 20 AUG 2015

Where will the APRA changes be felt most?

There have been many changes to investor lending in Australia in recent months, but it is unlikely that these new restrictions will have widespread effect.

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Hotspots • 19 AUG 2015

How to find a good tenant

Promoted by With a good tenant, you get what you give. In order to have an ideal tenant, you must have an attractive property while maintaining an upfront tenancy...

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Hotspots • 18 AUG 2015

Think before you sign

Dealing with contracts is nowhere near as simple as just signing on the dotted line. Here's some easy advice to help you get your head around them.

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Hotspots • 13 AUG 2015

Why you should target oversupplied markets

Astute property investors should now be targeting oversupplied capital city markets in Australia because of the long-term benefits.

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Hotspots • 13 AUG 2015

Capital growth still achievable in Perth

Despite predictions that the slowdown in the resources sector would have a severe impact on the local property market, a large number of properties in Perth have...

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Finance • 12 AUG 2015

Financing property acquisitions successfully

The ability to leverage property to finance additional investments is a key enabler of successful property investment. However, it is important to use the correct type...

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Hotspots • 12 AUG 2015

Don’t invest yourself out of the market

When investing in property it’s important to choose the right properties for your situation to ensure you don’t get stuck at just one or two properties like most...

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