Did You Win Today?

On the day where we all get together and pin our spare change on a horse, the RBA pulls the reins and increases the official cash rate by 0.25%. The RBA argues that increases are needed to cool the pace … Continue reading

How long should I rent out my investment property?

With low vacancy rates across major metropolitan areas, a lot of investors are asking what is best, a short term lease or long term lease? Here are a few things to think about when considering what to do… • Rental … Continue reading

St George identifies nation’s property hotspots

St George’s National Property Report released today has revealed 24 locations across the nation that are likely to provide the strongest value for home buyers. Suburbs have been chosen based on their location attributes, the value of housing in the … Continue reading

All top performers have a mentor

What do the greatest sportspeople, businesspeople, and property investors have in common? They all call on a coach or mentor for guidance. Continue reading

New Grants for NSW Investors!

NSW Investors Rejoice! From 1st July to 31st December 2009, if you buy a newly built investment property (or contract to buy it), you will receive a 50% Stamp Duty concession if the purchase price of the property is less … Continue reading

How to Gain Power in Negotiations

We find so many property investors looking at property, yet stalling when it comes to making the purchasing decision. They lack certainty & confidence when buying, particularly when dealing with agents. Let’ s face it, if you have not set … Continue reading

Australia tipped for a housing boom

Property on the move, Australia tipped for housing boom. http://bit.ly/X7sNi #

LENDING – WHAT’S CHANGED !!

WE HAVE SEEN MORE CHANGES OVER THE PAST 12 MONTHS IN THE MORTGAGE MARKET THAN WE HAVE OVER THE LAST 15 TO 20 YEARS. IT HAS BEEN A TUMULTUOUS TIME FOR ALL ALL MORTGAGE BROKERS AND MANY LENDERS. WE HAVE … Continue reading

SYDNEY SET FOR TAKEOFF !!

BIS SHRAPNEL ECONOMIST TAPS SYDNEY FOR HOUSING RECOVERY… After years of being overshadowed by the local economies and housing markets in faster-growing parts of the country, New South Wales is now in the best position to weather the global financial … Continue reading

TIME TO JOIN THE STAMPEDE ??

BUYING A PROPERTY IS LOOKING VERY ATTRACTIVE. RECORD RENTS, FLAT HOUSE PRICES, INTEREST RATES AT 45-YEAR LOWS MEANS MANY ARE CONTEMPLATING THEIR NEXT PURCHASE…  So, should you join the rush? Before you consider moving forward you need to think how … Continue reading