The Australian summer, to many, means endless hot sunny days spent outside enjoying cool pools and sizzling BBQ’s. However, with the disturbing statistics from the Cancer Council reporting that two in three Australians will be diagnosed with skin cancer by the time they are 70, it’s worth being sun-smart and taking time to consider how…
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Investors are increasingly opting to self-manage their investment properties in order to reduce costs. By doing away with your property manager, you could save anywhere from $15 a week on a $300 weekly rental on a 5 per cent management fee to $36 a week for a 12 per cent management fee. This could save…
Maintaining your property is a crucial aspect of successful real estate investment and one that is often overlooked. Many real estate investors focus on finding the perfect property in order to maximise their returns. But more experienced investors understand that keeping a property in good condition and even adding improvements to it increases long term…
The idea of allowing pets into your rental property can be scary, but pet-friendly properties are in high demand across all Australian cities. According to the Animal Health Alliance, close to 5 million of Australia’s 7.6 million households have pets, a third of whom are renters, representing one of the highest rates in the world.…
A property manager in Australia is a professional with the skills and knowledge required to manage and supervise a property on behalf of its owner. This involves a multitude of duties ranging from ensuring the property is rented, well maintained and retains its resale value. Property managers need excellent communication skills, customer service skills and…
Historically property investment values have increased over time, some areas more so than others. However, there are ways to increase the value of your property investment without having to rely on time and the market to deliver gains. Today, savvy property investors are using a more creative approach by creating equity in their investment properties.…
If you’re thinking of renting out your property and want to find quality tenants quickly, a solid marketing strategy is one of the most important aspects of the endeavour. The real estate market is highly competitive and it’s essential to ensure your property stands out from the pack. You want to work with a real…
End of financial year can be a tough and taxing time (literally!) especially for those with an investment portfolio. There are many considerations property investors should take into account, especially those new to the property market. To help you be clever about tax and property investments, here are our top three tips you can implement…
Lower stock levels, record low interest rates and strong population growth are creating an ideal environment for property investment in 2017. The latest property data has great news for investors who have their eyes on the Geelong property market, with affordability, low vacancy rates, good capital growth and strong returns across various suburbs in the…
Once you’ve made the decision to invest in property the next step is to find the property that is right for you. Many factors come into play when making this vital decision. Consider the following before adding to your investment portfolio. Why invest? First up, have a think about your reasons for investing. Are you…