Hotspots: Villages like Elwood and Richmond better for investors than Docklands: WBP
If you have attended any of my property educations events over the last 4 years you would have heard a consistent message when it comes to property selection and investment criteria – ‘Stay away from the Docklands!’ This is a great article that depicts this point perfectly. Konrad. Hotspots: Villages like Elwood and Richmond better
Jamie McIntyre’s #1 Property Investment Strategy
Original article by Jamie McIntyre from www.JamieMcIntyre.com I mentioned a few weeks ago my top 5 Investment Strategies for 2012. What came in at Number 1 was Land Banking. However many people are still not aware of what Land Banking actually is, and how the average person can now potentially access such strategies for as
The Property Bubble Myth Exposed by Konrad Bobilak
The extreme Armageddon-like Australian property outlook portrayed by the likes of Harry Dent, Dr Steven Keen and Jordan Wirsz have been extensively publicised recently by the media, spreading wide concern amongst first home buyers, and the largely uninformed mum and dad home owners. Whilst these views are not only unfounded, flawed and often sensationalised, they
Bendigo a rental property goldmine for 21st Century speculators
Original article By Larry Schlesinger From http://www.propertyobserver.com.au/victoria/bendigo-a-rental-property-goldmine-for-21st-century-speculators/2011083151379 The gold rush is long past, but Bendigo’s housing market is shaping up as a treasure trove for property investors, according to the latest data released by the Real Estate Institute of Victoria. Bendigo about 130 kilometres north of Melbourne and with a population of around 100,000, has
Houses vs. Units: Differences in Property Depreciation
A common question of property investors regarding tax depreciation is, “Why does a unit obtain more depreciation deductions than a house?” Whilst differences in depreciation deductions for each property type are not always obvious, it is beneficial to investigate the reasons this may transpire. When depreciation deductions available in a property are figured, factors which
5 common mistakes that property investors should avoid
We are currently experiencing some favourable property investing conditions, with interest rate cuts, motivated vendors and discounted properties helping to make this a buyer’s market. But don’t rush in without being aware of these common mistakes that can hamper your chances of success. 1) Not having a property investing strategy A lack of a property
Are you happy with your Superannuation Fund?
Dear Friend, Let me ask you something….. Are you happy with the performance of you Superannuation Fund? According to analysis by research company SuperRatings, the average balanced super fund – the type favoured by most workers – has lost money for the past five years after taking into account inflation. SuperRatings found the average fund
The suburbs that are bucking the market trend
Areas such as Torquay and Albert Park are defying the real estate slump. Source: Herald Sun BATTLER suburbs, new housing estates on Melbourne’s fringe and several seaside towns are defying the property market’s downward trend. Some areas are reaping big rewards for investors, with median prices rising up to 30 per cent in the past
