How to ‘Queensland-proof’ your investment property at reno time
Some areas in Queensland are prone to cyclones and/or monsoonal rains. If your investment property happens to be in one of them, here are all the must-do precautions to ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Wed, 02 May 2018
Queensland’s hidden areas primed for growth revealed
There are some significant infrastructure initiatives underway in Queensland which will spark the interest of savvy property investors. On the back of them, we asked one ...
HOTSPOTS • Wed, 02 May 2018
RBA announces May cash rate decision
The official cash rate for May has been announced by the Reserve Bank of Australia following its monthly board meeting.
FINANCE • Tue, 01 May 2018
South East Queensland is a popular investment destination, but are you too late?
One property investment expert said that while everyone is “banging on” about South East Queensland as the next big thing, the reality is that some of those south-east ...
HOTSPOTS • Tue, 01 May 2018
4 steps to proper pool planning
Investors looking to install a swimming pool in time for summer, although it might seem a long way off still, should act now to avoid disappointment, a leading landscape ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Mon, 30 Apr 2018
Brisbane ready to boom? When, not if, says expert
Brisbane is poised for some excellent growth, according to one prominent buyer’s agent. But he says the million-dollar question is whether it is going to happen next year ...
HOTSPOTS • Mon, 30 Apr 2018
Why Perth is the less obvious choice for shrewd investors keen to spread a little risk
Smart investment is about buying in areas that have growth potential, according to one property investor and buyer’s agent, which is why Perth might appeal to investors ...
HOTSPOTS • Thu, 26 Apr 2018
6 not-so-obvious things to consider before buying landlord insurance
Investment properties normally are a solid and proven way to create wealth. Tenants are tied to written agreements with good and safe processes, but every now and then ...
INVESTOR STRATEGY • Fri, 13 Apr 2018
Recent value falls confined to upmarket markets only, report finds
Over the March 2018 quarter, dwelling values were down by 0.5 per cent, but the fall was confined to the most expensive segment of the market only, while the middle and ...
HOTSPOTS • Fri, 13 Apr 2018
