Tips to help property investors maximise their tax returns Don't you just love getting a tax refund? Whilst nobody enjoys all the paperwork that goes with filing a tax return, getting it right can be rewarding particularly if you're a property investor. One of the major benefits of investing in property over other asset classes, [...]
Strata title is a method of facilitating individual ownership of part of a property – generally an apartment, unit or townhouse. Uniquely, strata title allows for individual ownership of an actual lot or unit whilst sharing ownership of the common grounds on which it is built. The concept only came into being 50 years ago, [...]
When it's done right, investing in property can help you to build wealth for your future. In Australia, property is currently a very popular investment and many people are enthusiastically jumping into the market to make the most of the low interest rates currently available. But it takes careful planning for your property investment to [...]
It's generally a good idea to protect and improve the sale value of your property, even if you're not intending on selling in the immediate future. Continuing to invest in and develop the property so that it remains modern and well-maintained will help to grow its value consistently over time. There are, of course, plenty [...]
People tend to live at home with Mum and Dad for much longer these days. But getting out of home into your own place can be a bit of a challenge – both for yourself and your budget. Here's a few things you need to know before you can make your big move! Step 1. [...]
If you're self-employed or a small business owner, growing your business can be a challenge. You may find your expansion plans are frustrated by irregular cash-flow, insufficient or out-dated equipment, or business premises that are just too small. Sometimes you may even find yourself missing out on opportunities because you simply don't have the money [...]
When it comes to financing your investment property, there are several different options that you can use. Choosing the right one will depend on your investment structure and strategy, but there’s no need to spend days or even weeks researching the options. Here are the most popular loan types used by property investors in Australia [...]
Many people don't think twice about paying interest on everything they purchase. For a lot of people, it's just the price they have to pay for convenience and getting the things they want in life. And when you're borrowing money to make money, as with your home loan, your interest repayments may be considered a [...]
Have you given any thought to what will happen to your assets when you pass away? Recent statistics have shown that approximately 45% of us do not have a valid will. Most people don't know that if you die without one, the government in the state in which you live will determine how your estate [...]
Are you in the market for a new car? If you are, you've probably been shopping for the make and model you want already! But what about your car financing? There are quite a few car finance options available that most people don't know about. Talking to us could help you find a new way [...]
