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March 26, 2021

Property Investing Preparation Checklist

Investment in real property, such as residential real estate, is likely to be a lengthy process and one that usually involves a plan for the long term. To ensure you have considered what is required before making […]
February 15, 2021

What do I need to know about debt consolidation?

Not to confuse it with debt elimination. If you’re swamped with credit card debt and personal loans, it can sometimes help to talk to a professional about debt consolidation. However, you need to be wary. You might […]
January 25, 2021

When would I refinance my mortgage?

Whenever it makes financial sense to do so. Heard about mortgage refinancing? In the past, most people who took out a mortgage doggedly continued with it until they had paid it off. These days, people refinance their […]
December 1, 2020

How COVID-19 has impacted on Australia’s property market

The RBA’s September announcement that the interest rate remains unchanged comes as no surprise. After all, RBA Governor Philip Lowe told parliament last month that he expects the current record low 0.25% interest rate to stay in […]
April 28, 2020

The best of both worlds: mixed use property investment

Mixed use properties offer a way to invest in both the residential and commercial property markets. While commercial loans often have higher interest rates than a home loan, the current low-rate environment and high rates of return […]
March 19, 2020

COVID-19 – Your financial options during these uncertain times…

Updated: [date] Attempts to control the COVID-19 outbreak through social distancing, including strict lockdown measures, are having a dramatic effect on our everyday lives. The purpose of this post is to let you know about a range […]
October 28, 2019

What to know for a hassle-free settlement day

If you are buying or selling a property, the settlement period is when you will deal with finances and paperwork to legally transfer ownership of the property. Your financial and legal reps will handle the hard stuff […]
October 28, 2019

Four questions every property buyer should ask their real estate agent

If you are buying a new home or investment, chances are you will be attending a lot of open houses and meeting a lot of real estate agents. Finding the right property involves time and research, so […]
September 21, 2019

Five Things You Need To Know Before Becoming A Rentvestor

Rentvesting – renting a property to live in while owning one or more investment properties – is becoming an increasingly popular way for Australians to get a foot on the property ladder. According to Property Investment Professionals […]
September 21, 2019

Four Things To Consider Before Buying Off-The-Plan

Buying a property that is yet to be built is a popular strategy, particularly for first-time homebuyers. It offers the potential for stamp-duty savings, time to save more for the deposit, and, of course, the opportunity to […]