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Nothing stirs up a passionate debate like a boundary issue between neighbours. From a regulatory perspective, a fence does not have to be a traditional fence with wooden posts or panels it can be anything that borders your property and encloses a piece of land e.g. a wall or any structure that may also include gates. The one exception to this is if the wall is part of a buil...
Whether you are renting out your family home or an investment property – the fact is that you will want to protect the financial investment that you have worked long and hard for. Renting your property to Tenants is a great way to get a return on your investment and increase your income. However, it doesn't come without risk – and like any business risk, it is wise to...
Sub-dividing land is sometimes seen as a quick way to make money and capitalise on an existing asset, however it needs careful pre-planning and all the right approvals before you can even begin the process. Every State has slightly different rules and processes with regard to sub-divisions and some are more complicated than others. Your first port of call is to look into you...
There is a perception that renting out to students will cause headaches and many Landlords steer clear of it, but the reality is there are thousands of local and international students in the market for rental properties particularly around the start of the University year, and they are an excellent source of income if managed properly. The two key concerns when renting to students is ...
APRA removes cap on IO loansFrom 1 January, the 30 per cent cap on banks and other lenders offering IO loans ceased to be in effect. APRA also removed the 10 per cent growth cap on investor lending. The cap on IO loans made a noticeable impact on the investor market in 2018. According to CoreLogic’s Property Pulse report, in the 12 months to September 2018 housing credit gre...
Sourced from Real Estate Business 18 October 2018 by Thom Richards Lately, there have been some new “start-ups” in the property management space that are trying to swing investors away from traditional property management. As a result, the average fees for the industry are under pressure as some investors get seduced by the promise of lower fees. Property m...
Buying a property to rent out is a very different ball-game to buying a property as your family home. This is a business decision, not an emotional one and like any business decision, you should have a business case prepared and be objective in your evaluation. One of the first and most vital considerations is whether you can afford it. What is the bank prepared to loan you, what w...
There is no doubt that everyone is attracted to a beautiful garden and this can add value to your home when renting it. Contrary to popular belief, landscaping doesn’t have to cost an arm and a leg. There are plenty of things that you can do that add interest and impact to a garden without draining your bank balance. Before you go rushing off to your local nursery – tak...
You have worked out the price that you want for your property, agreed on the marketing strategy and done everything that you can to present the property in the best possible way. Now the waiting game to find a Buyer begins and it is always thrilling when you receive the news of your first offer. If the first offer is high and matches, or is close to your aspirational price, it...
Firstly, are Tenants who hold down professional jobs better than other types of Tenants? Not always! But – one of the key elements to finding a good Tenant is a person who has the capacity to pay the rent – on time, all the time. Someone who earns more will generally be a person who can afford to pay their rent. Professionals will usually be more selective in the ...
The population is ageing, and retirement accommodation is becoming increasingly expensive. This combination of factors has led to a resurgence in granny flats around Australia. But are they a good idea, and will one work for you – not just now, but will it contribute to your return on investment? After all – it’s good enough for the Royals. It is reported that the...