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Hotspots 07 APR 2014

RBA meeting minutes dissected and more

Each week I review numerous sources from housing reports to news coverage to uncover trends within Australia’s...
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Hotspots 04 APR 2014

Yuri the cab driver

It never ceases to amaze me how an unexpected encounter can offer a new perspective on the Australian property...
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Tax & Legal 04 APR 2014

Investors ask: Depreciation and capital gains

Q. I have a thorough depreciation schedule and have been claiming as advised. I was recently told that doing this...
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jason paetow
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Hotspots 04 APR 2014

Off the plan: What you need to know

When considering an off-the-plan purchase, investors will be bombarded with facts, figures and pictures - but property...
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Tax & Legal 03 APR 2014

The first home owners construction grant

Most of us have heard of the First Home Owners Construction Grant. It is a concept which is synonymous with every-day...
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Hotspots 03 APR 2014

What to do during construction

If you're about to undertake a development or renovation project, it's vital that you manage the project properly and...
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Hotspots 02 APR 2014

5 things lenders want to see on an application

There are a number of things that are a big tick for lenders when it comes to home loan applications. Many of them are...
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andrew crossley
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Hotspots 01 APR 2014

NRAS: friend or foe?

In this article I will cover what NRAS is; the disadvantages, which can generally be avoided, and the benefits with...
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Hotspots 31 MAR 2014

10 hidden plumbing problems that cost home buyers thousands

Some 30 per cent of new homeowners see their dream property turn into a nightmare because they didn’t notice plumbing...
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Tax & Legal 28 MAR 2014

Investors ask: SMSF research

Q. I am thinking about setting up an SMSF. What sort of research do I need to undertake before setting up the structure...
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Hotspots 27 MAR 2014

What is an NRAS consortium?

The National Rental Affordability Scheme (NRAS) is back on the agenda, with various groups offering up their opinons on...
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todd hunter
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Hotspots 27 MAR 2014

Is six and a half the new nine?

I’m starting to get a strange feeling from this strong property market. And I am not liking what I see happening.
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Hotspots 27 MAR 2014

Good times for Australia's economy!

Each week I review numerous sources from housing reports to news coverage to uncover trends within Australia’s...
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Finance 26 MAR 2014

Consolidating your debt

Consolidating your credit card debt at home loan rates can be an effective way to reduce the interest paid and sets you...
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Hotspots 25 MAR 2014

Why are you making this referral and what's in it for you?

Unlike the finance industry, undeclared commissions and kickbacks have been rife in the taxation industry, with tax...
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Hotspots 24 MAR 2014

The cost of not asking questions

When you're purchasing an investment property, the more you know, the better - so it's important to know what questions...
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Hotspots 21 MAR 2014

New rules for pools

If you have a property in NSW with a swimming pool and you plan to sell after April 2014, new laws will require you to...
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philippe brach
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Hotspots 21 MAR 2014

Investors ask: Using smaller lenders

Q. I have $55,000 for my first investment property and I’m looking at an interest-only loan with an offset account...
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marie mortimer
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Hotspots 20 MAR 2014

New Year's Resolutions - where are they now?

Financial resolutions are often high up on people's lists when they are planning out their goals for the year ahead,...
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helen collier kogtevs
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Finance 20 MAR 2014

5 finance tips for stress-free property investing

Before you get into your next property deal, you need to make sure your finances are structured correctly and your...
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Tax & Legal 19 MAR 2014

Stamp duty: a basic guide

Stamp duty can significantly add to the cost of your property and how much you need to save for your deposit, but many...
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warren dworcan
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Finance 19 MAR 2014

New comprehensive credit reporting: What it means for you

Australia changed to a new Comprehensive Credit Reporting system on March 12 this year. There will be some significant...
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andrew crossley
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Hotspots 18 MAR 2014

What is research and due diligence?

Everyone has an opinion on property investment - what works, what doesn't, how you'll succeed and why you'll fail - but...
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Hotspots 17 MAR 2014

How much superannuation do you need to retire comfortably?

We keep hearing that 'most' people won't have enough superannuation when they retire, but how is 'enough' and are you...
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Finance 17 MAR 2014

Changes to the Australian credit reporting system

Due to changes to the Australian Privacy Laws, lenders will now be able to see even more information on your credit...
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