A key part of your research when investing in a property is considering whether you should lodge a caveat on it, but what does a caveat mean and who can and cannot lodge one?
In this article we’ll take you through th…
As both a carpenter and a property manager, I consistently see the significant costs to investors who have ignored three key property maintenance items.
Paint
Yes, aesthetically pleasing, but more importantly, v…
It’s that time of year once again – the time that awakes a little sense of dread inside every Australian. It’s tax time. Whilst most of the country is rolling their eyes at the thought of lodging their tax return, Aus…
A lot can happen in 10 years.
Last week I wrote the first in a series of 3 articles on the biggest changes in property over the last decade and explained how the economy, market forces and our property markets ca…
Whether you’re a first-time home owner or a seasoned investor, we all want to find the best deal for our mortgage. With an abundance of lenders and loan types paired with the complicated jargon and hidden fees involve…
Buying your very first home can be both an exciting and daunting process. Navigating the maze of finance, home loans and the property market can be challenging for even seasoned investors. So how are the newcomers mea…
Stamp duty is one of those extra costs that is rather easy to forget when you’re buying property but can really add up to your total cost. It is tempting to dismiss it when deciding what you’re willing to pay for your…
Introduction
One of the biggest decisions that real estate buyers and investors make is what type of investment property to buy, specifically whether they should invest in new or old.
There are pros and cons to each p…
