In the current landscape of the South Australian rental market, which is experiencing one of the tightest periods we’ve ever seen, making informed decisions regarding your property leasing strategy is crucial. Whether you’re a tenant seeking to rent a property or a landlord considering leasing...
With higher interest rates causing price falls across most of the country, buying in a falling market can appear tempting. As always, whether it’s a good time to buy will depend on your circumstances and what type of property you’re after. Here are some tips...
Considering transforming your home from ‘banal’ to ‘brilliant’, but lack the funds to support your makeover? Never fear, we’ve rounded up five home renovation finance options that could help turn your dream into reality. 1. Equity release / top up home loanAn equity release/top up loan...
Self-employed borrowers often come up against the challenge of not being able to present a raft of payslips and tax returns to back up their loan applications, but this need not stop you buying your dream home. Many lenders offer low-documentation (lo-doc) loans for self-employed borrowers...
Rental yield – the rate of rental income returned against the costs of an investment property, is a great indicator of a property’s investment potential. But you need to keep things in perspective when you factor it into your decision to purchase property. Calculating rental yield A...
Investing in property, such as residential real estate, is likely to be a lengthy process and one that usually involves a long-term plan. To ensure you have considered what is required before making the big purchase, we’ve outlined steps you need to take in that...
There is a lot of interest in buying off-plan, not least because of the incentives offered through government schemes and the longer timeframe to settlement. However, stories about the risks that come with buying sight unseen may have you feeling cautious. Let’s run through some of...
With interest rates set to rise, experts have looked at potential impacts on property prices. Rising interest rates have historically led to weaker home values, potentially setting the stage for falling prices within the year. Analysis by CoreLogic found that interest rates and the national property values...
Step 1: Speak to an Accredited finance broker When considering an investment property, your first port of call should be your finance broker. An Accredited Finance Broker can help you achieve your investment property goals. They will review your assets and liabilities to determine how much...
When it comes to investing in real estate, equity is a key concept to wrap your head around. The Successful Investor’s Michael Sloan explains what equity is, and how you can use it to your advantage. Benefits of property investment Property is a reasonably secure, long-term investment. You can potentially...
He is also an accomplished presenter and educator
Co-authoring the popular investment book, Property vs Shares.