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Renovations anyone can do for a quick profit

Almost any keen investor can make money from a cosmetic renovation. But, as with all things, there’s a right way and...

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How to win at auction - February 2013

To maximise the chances of winning an auction property, performing your due diligence is just as important - if not...

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Success in the US property market - what are the important details?

In a nutshell and from an investor’s point of view it would be simply to get the fundamental reasons of why they are...

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The tenants from hell and how we self-managed it

We needed to upgrade our home as the kids got older and bought elsewhere. We decided to keep our home (now an...

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The 30 Minute Reno: Splashbacks Part 2

If you have decided to replace your old tiles with new ones, you have a decision to make. Tile over the existing tiles,...

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Adding a granny flat to your property

While adding a Granny Flat can be a quick and simple strategy to help boost rental yield, not all properties can have a...

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Reno tips: Spend smart and make the most of your profits

There are a number of areas that investors should avoid if they want to see the greatest return on an investment.

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The myths behind valuations

Myths, stories and fables behind the valuation inspection. Let’s call it for what it is.

Guarantor changes to help first home buyers

First home buyers in Sydney who have trouble saving funds for a deposit will see relief, following recent changes by...

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How to find a property you can subdivide

The first step to sourcing the correct plot for subdivision is specializing in a specific group of suburbs, a part of...

Cheaper to buy than rent in some capitals

Adelaide and Brisbane are the only capital cities where it is cheaper to buy than rent, but that difference is reducing...

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The 30 Minute Reno : How to put the ‘splash’ back on your splashback

Two great ideas for reviving your kitchen splashback without doing too much hard work.

Borrowing to renovate? Negotiate with lender

Investors looking to borrow from their lender to renovate may find themselves in a good negotiating position, according...

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How to navigate the property clock

People that are to venture into investing in property should understand how the property clock works. The purpose of...

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Bargain priced property, here's how

All investors want to pick up a good property for a bargain price. For those who manage it, this is usually less a...

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The 30 Minute Reno: Survive your renovation project

Renovating a sorry old sight into a decorated dream or a ripper rental – how exciting! The spine tingles, the...

Falling first home buyers, a 'small glitch'

The New South Wales government’s $15,000 first home owner grants for newly constructed dwellings has failed to...

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Sydney property is no longer affordable

Read about some of the ingredients associated with property development costs, and you can judge for yourself.

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Judging a property 'at a glance'

When viewing the property itself, investors need to ensure they are not looking emotionally when undertaking their...

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The 30 Minute Reno: Paper 'n' Paint

Have you ever wondered what to do about that rather loud wallpaper in your investment property? Although wallpaper is...