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Property Investment Expert Opinion

simon buckingham
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Hotspots 25 JUL 2016

Is negative gearing 'safe' now?

With the federal election now behind us, can we conclude that radical changes to negative gearing are unlikely to...
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Finance 18 JUL 2016

5 Simple Ways To Reduce Your Mortgage

Wouldn’t it be nice to be debt-free so you can sit back and RELAX?
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peter gianoli
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Hotspots 15 JUL 2016

Buy to invest, rent to live

Sometimes, first home buyers can’t afford to buy where they want to live, but don’t necessarily want to live where...
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shane kempton
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Hotspots 15 JUL 2016

What does the election result mean for investors?

There is an old saying in real estate which is very true – “the property market is built on confidence”. You...
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zaki ameer
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Hotspots 14 JUL 2016

The 5 most common unethical real estate practices

Corrupt practices and unethical sales tactics occur across Australia every day – do your due diligence to avoid...
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paul wilson
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Hotspots 11 JUL 2016

How to spot a spruiker

If something sounds too good to be true, it often is. Property spruikers beware – the crackdown is coming.
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simon pressley
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Hotspots 11 JUL 2016

Mum and Dad investors are driving Australia’s rental market

It is essential that these investors are encouraged to add to the rental pool available to Australia’s growing...
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philippe brach
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Tax & Legal 06 JUL 2016

Capital gains tax: what every investor should know

There’s one aspect of property investing that you really need to get your head around when you become a landlord, and...
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Finance 05 JUL 2016

9 Income Sources That Will Boost Your Borrowing Power When Assessed Correctly

Whether you’re planning to buy your first home or investment property, or just want to upgrade to a larger dwelling,...
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Finance 04 JUL 2016

5 things you shouldn’t do when refinancing your home loan

Promoted by SAVVY Refinancing your home loan is must – especially if you’ve been stuck on one rate or package for...
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cate bakos
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Tax & Legal 30 JUN 2016

Why tax benefits should never drive your investment goals

Depreciation is a tax benefit often chased by investors, recommended by planners and revered by tax accountants – but...
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paul benion
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Hotspots 30 JUN 2016

Melbourne's population boom creating opportunities for investors

Melbourne is set to continue as one of the strongest-performing property markets in Australia due to its booming...
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simon buckingham
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Hotspots 28 JUN 2016

Why Labor's negative gearing policy might be bad for everyone: Part 3

In the final instalment of this three-part analysis, it's time to revisit claimed benefits of the policy and attempt to...
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paul benion
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Hotspots 27 JUN 2016

Top 7 tips for buying a house and land package

Buying house and land packages has become increasingly popular with Australian property investors, and with the start...
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amy mylius
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Hotspots 27 JUN 2016

Are you seeking the right independent advice?

Purchasing property is one of the biggest financial commitments most people will make in their lives – which is why...
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Hotspots 27 JUN 2016

Why Labor's negative gearing policy might be bad for everyone: Part 2

What are the potential effects of Labor’s negative gearing policy on rents, house prices and the wider economy...
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shane kempton
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Hotspots 22 JUN 2016

Is it a renter's market?

With rent prices for Australia’s combined capital cities experiencing a decline over the past year, investors should...
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simon buckingham
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Hotspots 22 JUN 2016

Why Labor's negative gearing policy might be bad for everyone: Part 1

In the lead-up to the federal election, now is a good time to explore the effects that Labor’s stated policies could...
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Finance 20 JUN 2016

Bad credit – what are your mortgage options?

Promoted by People with poor credit scores often think they can’t get a home loan. According to Veda (thanks to...
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damian collins
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Tax & Legal 20 JUN 2016

Top 4 tax tips for property investors

Investors can save thousands of dollars by having a firm understanding of the ins and outs of property tax.
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cate bakos
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Finance 20 JUN 2016

Understanding loan-to-value ratios

Many investors know what LVR stands for, but how many understand what loan-to-value ratio means and how it can impact...
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grant harrod
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Hotspots 20 JUN 2016

Why is negative gearing important to renters?

Tenants will go to the polling booths on 2 July knowing the rental payments on their next lease could increase,...
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nick holden
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Hotspots 15 JUN 2016

A short history of negative gearing

In any sensible debate on negative gearing, it is essential to explore the history and understand the potential impacts...
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peter gianoli
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Tax & Legal 08 JUN 2016

Top 12 tax-reduction strategies for investors

With 30 June looming, both new and experienced investors are busy making sure they have all bases covered before the...
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robert german
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Hotspots 06 JUN 2016

Buyers more selective in the current market

With the development of a more complex and segregated Melbourne property market, buyers are becoming increasingly...
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