There’s no denying that Australia’s property market has entered a new phase, with a number of factors contributing to fewer buyers seeking homes, as well as a general cooling in the market. But while it might therefore be a great time to be a buyer, it doesn’t mean there aren’t still good opportunities to achieve…
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Price pullbacks in the Sydney and Melbourne property markets have created an opportunity for first-home buyers, particularly those with deposits ready. Values in most capitals are expected to remain relatively flat throughout 2019, with some cities anticipated to post moderate gains, according to Domain’s Property Price Forecast. That gives prospective purchasers something they haven’t had…
Labor’s negative gearing plans and softening house prices are creating a prime market for savvy For an outsider looking in, reports of ‘doom and gloom’ headlines might make property investment look unattractive; a banking royal commission is causing already paranoid banks to become even more paranoid with their lending, APRA measures are still enforced, and…
Whether you’ve just purchased your first investment property or if you’re juggling multiple rentals, as with many things in life, the unexpected can and will happen. For peace of mind – and to save you time and money – it pays to be prepared and plan ahead to protect your rental property. There’s no time…
As the year draws to a close, house hunters who have been patiently waiting to strike this year may be presented with their best chance yet. With the Sydney and Melbourne markets in the midst of a price correction, the month ahead could allow buyers to secure a home at a lower price than at any…
Easy instructions for getting the most life out of your fresh tree There’s nothing like the beautiful piney aroma given off by a real tree to say “it’s Christmas”. Even before you buy a tree however, how do you ensure it will last the distance for the festive season? You’ve done the hard yards on choosing the perfect…
Working out if a property will make a good investment is undoubtedly complicated, but experts say it rests on three simple things; rental yield, capital growth potential and underlying demand. Get these three things right and property investment success awaits. What is the rental yield? Rental yield is a key metric for any property investor…
The first thing to remember when you’re selling a home is you’re not the one buying it. That may sound obvious, but it’s too important to be left unsaid. In the lead up to the sale, every decision should be made with the intention of pleasing your hypothetical buyer. Which is why experts believe it pays…
Investment used to be associated with those with high income or accumulated wealth. Nowadays, that is not the case. The rising cost of living no longer allows us to live comfortably with a minimum wage. As a result, investment has become increasingly relevant for most of us. Rather than a want, there is a strong…
With spring here and the weather set to get warmer soon (we hope!), investors will be looking to emerge from their cozy homes from the winter and get back into buying property. Here are what you can expect from the world of investing for the next three months. With the sun expected to come out,…