Property & Investment

Achieving financial freedom is a goal for most people. Unfortunately, the reality is that not that many people will achieve it. Let’s look at 17 steps that can help turn your financial dream into a reality through property investing. 1. Devise a plan What are you trying to achieve? How much

With property remaining a high-priced asset, it’s more important than ever for investors to ensure their property investments are a financial success. The latest data demonstrates property’s popularity. One-in-five households (21%) owns a home in addition to their usual residence. Maximizing taxation benefits is one key element but the ATO

A broad-based rise in housing values over the quarter Housing values gained momentum across almost all markets over the three months to end of May, largely due to rate cuts. Buyer confidence is increasing thanks to the cash rate reductions in February and May, coupled with optimism that more rate

Real estate investment trusts (REITs) offer a unique opportunity for investors to tap into the lucrative property market without the need to directly buy or manage properties. In Australia, REITs have become a popular vehicle for both novice and experienced investors seeking to diversify their portfolios with real estate assets.

Do you want to buy an investment property but don’t have the cash in the bank for a deposit? The good news is, if you’re an existing homeowner, there is a way to have your cake AND eat it. And this is especially the case at a time when Australia’s recent property

Before you start hunting for your investment property and the perfect home it’s best to get an indication of what you can borrow to make the dream a reality. But let’s first look at everything you need to know about our home loan affordability calculator, including how it works and

There is an old saying in real estate circles that you should buy and never sell. While that sounds good in theory, it’s not a sound strategy in practice. Firstly, most investors will consolidate their portfolios at some point in their journeys to pay down their loans and start living

Forget investing in the share market, bonds, or even gold. And definitely avoid crypto! Whether it’s planning for retirement, simply building your wealth, or planning to leave a legacy for future generations, here are 9 reasons why the residential property market is the best place to invest your money. 1. You have “control”

When it comes to property investing, the noise from the financial media can be deafening. But how much of what they say is really worth your attention? There are many commonly held beliefs about property investing that aren’t only questionable but are also utterly false. Sadly, some investors go through

When it comes to property investment, many investors strive to strike a balance between the income and the capital growth a property generates, hoping to maximise both. However, I have written a lot about the fact that the income from a property, after expenses, probably won’t help you achieve financial