Investment Archives

November 3, 2021

How to pay off your home loan sooner

Paying off your mortgage earlier than expected is every homeowner’s dream. Not only does this mean increased savings and the ability to redirect your finances towards future investments or retirement, but being mortgage-free creates a new […]

October 26, 2021

The capital gains of rentvesting

Rentvesting is a property ownership method whereby renters buy in an area with a high rental yield and rent the property while living elsewhere. It’s fast becoming a tax beneficial way to overcome FOMO (fear of […]

September 29, 2021

Renovation research pointers

Whether you are building or undertaking a major renovation, check current legislation in your region to ensure that the work provided is under warranty. Most states require builders to be fully registered and this includes offering […]

September 21, 2021

Investing in time is your biggest windfall

Shop around. These two words describe the best possible philosophy in any sphere of real estate — be it buying, building, renovating, searching for a mortgage or insurance, or simply choosing an agent to sell your […]

September 15, 2021

Real estate growth triumphs over adversity

With many real estate brands reporting record growth in recent months, coupled with interest rate lows, flexible lending and working arrangements, pioneering practices are rising to the challenges of pandemic-driven consumer behaviour. Embracing new technologies reaps […]

September 14, 2021

Clearance rates: what they mean for buyers and sellers

If you read any auction stories in the Sunday papers or online, the words “clearance rates” will inevitably be mentioned. They indicate the strength of the selling market by measuring the percentage of homes sold at […]

September 1, 2021

The financial gains and warning signs of reverse mortgages

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Reverse mortgages are an increasingly popular way to boost the bank balance for those approaching their twilight years. Aimed primarily at cash-strapped seniors who own their home – or a substantial portion of it – a […]

August 20, 2021

How buyer’s advocates provide the investment edge

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Time-poor investors still seek to be information-rich, especially when it comes to their property portfolio. In the increasingly competitive Adelaide real estate market, many canny buyers are looking to gain an advantage by working smart, […]

August 13, 2021

Covering all costs: Lending fees checklist

So you’ve finally found the perfect property. Everyone agrees; even the dog likes it! If you’ve done your homework, all you need to do now is finalise the details, because otherwise, your dream home may turn […]

July 28, 2021

What to look for in a property manager

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] A valuable property manager is a gift for landlords, yet also beneficial for tenants. Being able to please and appease both sides of the equation is a rare commodity. If you’re in the market for […]

July 21, 2021

A guide to understanding contracts

Paying attention to contracts, and the information contained within them can often be the difference between a good and bad buy. A standard contract of sale, which may include a vendor’s statement, incorporates much of the […]

July 16, 2021

Should you rent or buy, and why?

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] The question of homeownership versus contributing to a landlord’s investment is an age-old conundrum when buying your first home. Homeownership is a worthy goal that can build wealth and provide security. But depending on different […]