6 ways to knock $20,000 off the asking price!

Real estate agents are mysterious creatures, but understanding what they want can help you secure a great property deal. Buying a property can be one of those situations where it truly is you against the world. The vendor is after the best price possible and expects the real estate agent to go joyfully into bat […]

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9 tips for a great apartment valuation

The background for these tips are that the owner may have a loan application declined because the valuation came in too low. There are 9 ways to ensure that the valuation is correct. 1.    Be very specific and actually measure your apartment area and associated areas: One of the most important aspects of determining a […]

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How to maximise tax depreciation of an investment property

While many property investors consider location, purchase price and tenanting ability when contemplating an investment property purchase, depreciation is often overlooked as an important factor. Depreciation can help unlock the cash flow potential within an investment property, often resulting in thousands of additional dollars for the investor each financial year. Considering the following factors will […]

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12 tips to getting a great property valuation

It’s quite frustrating to have your home loan application knocked back or the loan amount reduced because the valuation came in too low. Here’s 12 ways to get a good one. Investors periodically have their properties revalued in order to finance additional investments. For example, just say your property’s value has gone up by $50,000. […]

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Timing the market: how the cycles affect your portfolio

Having a thorough understanding of the real estate cycle enables you to time your move accurately and maximise your returns. Most real estate investors face many challenges in building a profitable real estate portfolio. Determining whether to purchase or liquidate, raise or lower rents, or deciding which sector of real estate to participate in can […]

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7 tips for getting finance approved fast

Obtaining finance can sometimes be difficult especially when you require fast approval due to short settlement time frames or refinance pressures. Here are 7 tips to getting your next finance application approved fast and to avoid any delays with lenders. 1. Know your credit history Probably the most important point! It is imperative that you […]

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The key to unleashing real estate equity

Equity is your biggest weapon in building your property empire quickly and safely. We reveal how it works and how to use it to maximise your profits. Many people overlook the concept of equity when it comes to property finance. Equity is the net realisable value of a property – how much cash you walk […]

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Mortgage application mistakes

Getting finance can be tough enough, even without having your application sent back due to errors or worse declined. A well presented accurate and detailed finance application is imperative for obtaining fast approval.  Here’s 11 things to avoid on your next finance application;. 1. Not being honest about your financial position Missing monthly loan repayments […]

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35 reasons why property is the smartest investment

Bricks and mortar have taken a knocking in recent months – but it’s still one of the most robust investment classes, especially in the long term. Here’s why; 1. Its as Safe as Houses There’s a reason why ‘safe as houses’ is a well-known phrase: it’s true. According to research by AMP, Australian property has […]

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How sentiment fuels our property markets

Market Sentiment Current economic forecasts differ greatly, making it hard to gauge what is really happening in the property market. We sift through the economic data. Forget the talk around the water cooler. Anyone reading today’s finance pages, watching market reports on TV or simply listening to chit chat around the dinner table could be […]

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