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Investor Strategy

bernadette janson

Hills district challenging for renovators

Sydney’s real estate market is definitely on the move. An area we have had under the microscope is the Hills...

rory orourke

Top 10 benefits of using a property manager

Currently there are more than 200,000 rental properties in Western Australia. However, less than half of these rental...

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'Renovation Queen' nominated for top business award

A long-term friend of and contributor to Smart Property Investment has been nominated for the prestigious 2013 Telstra...

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The 30 Minute Reno: Keeping trees at a safe distance

Most would probably be aware that a very tall tree growing close to a house is not a wise thing and could potentially...

Rise in first home buyer activity

First home buyers are on the move, according to IMB Building Society.

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WA landlords must lodge new security bonds

Private landlords in Western Australia are being reminded that they must lodge new security bonds.

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Property matchmaking – how it’s done

Many homebuyers must wonder how they can trust a buyers' agent to find a property that suits their taste and style. But...

paul benion

Federal election result to boost Australian property market

The decisive victory for the Federal Coalition should give a major boost to consumer confidence and in turn assist the...

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What on earth is the 'property ladder' and how do I climb it?

Made popular by the British TV show of the same name a few years back the term 'Property Ladder' has no specific...

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Choosing the right agent to sell your home

Choosing an agent for your home can be a daunting task, but if done properly, it can also be a very rewarding one....

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Mount Druitt renovation: part 3

kevin lee

Investors ask: Managing investments during major life changes

Q: My partner (28) and I (24) are currently on a collective income of 230k per annum not including the $1500 p/week i...

bernadette janson

Renovations that do more harm than good

Buying a home seems to ignite in many of us a primal urge to make our mark by changing it in some way.

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Rents decreasing for three-bedroom houses

There was mixed news for investors in the June quarter, with median prices increasing but rents for three-bedroom...

jacque parker

The top 10 things buyers should look for in a property

Buying a home or investment property is likely to be the biggest investment most people will make in a lifetime and...

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The 30 Minute Reno: A tenant's eye view

This week we asked our awesome assistant, the Magnificent Miss M, who currently rents, what she thought were the best...

sam saggers

What makes a property 'rare'

Anyone involved with property investing for any length of time will have a good grasp of finding rare property - and...

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Is your buyers' agent working only for you?

One thing I find really frustrating as a buyers’ agent are the other buyers’ agents who act dishonestly and...

Perth tenants breaking leases early

Frustrated with investors flocking to the WA capital, price-sensitive tenants are breaking leases early.

property tracking tool launched

Property tracking tool launched

An information portal has been launched by Raine & Horne which provides free, real-time property market...