Posts tagged with "Investing in Property"
What brings value to a house or unit
If you’re wondering what aspects bring value to a house or unit, then look no further. We’ll cover eleven features that contribute to the value of a property, so you know what to look out for, especially if you’re looking for an investment property. Read on for eleven simple ways you can bring value to […]
Read MoreHousing Market Forecast: Your Guide to Buying Property in 2019
Updated – 10th December 2019: Hello! It’s the end of the year, which means the information here might be a little out of date. If you’d like to know where the market is heading in the new year… Please see our latest property market forecast and guide for 2020 right here: https://successfulways.com.au/sydney-property-market-forecast-guide-2020/ Australian home buyers […]
Read MoreBuying a tenanted investment property
Purchasing a tenanted investment property means you collect rent from day one, with no vacant period and no lease fees to find a new tenant. The lease just carries on as it did before you purchased the property. Sound good? Of course it does. There are some possible problems to be aware of though. It’s […]
Read MoreHow to get started in property investment
Did you know that less than 6% of Australians own an investment property, even though property is a national past-time. It’s not surprising. A lot of people get overwhelmed by the process and quit before they even get started. But property investment doesn’t have to be stressful. To help you begin your journey, here’s five […]
Read MoreHow to prepare your investment property for rent
So, you’ve bought an investment property and decided to rent it out? Before you decide to start advertising your property for rent, it’s important to ensure it’s presented in the best possible light. This will not only help to secure good quality tenants on a longer lease, but also generate higher rental returns. Will you […]
Read MoreInvestment Property: What Tenants Want
Owning an investment property is one thing, but if nobody wants to live in it then you’ve got a problem. A crucial part of being a landlord is being able to find good tenants and keeping them happy. If not, losing a tenant can be devastating on your wallet. Depending on how long the property […]
Read MoreFive costs to think about before buying an investment property
So you’ve done the maths and decided an investment property is a possibility. While the bank may have agreed to loan you the cost of the house, there are other expenses to consider. Here are five costs to think about before buying an investment property. Stamp duty Stamp duty is the biggest cost associated with buying […]
Read MoreWhat does negative gearing mean?
It’s part of life for Australian investors and a property buzz word but what does negative gearing mean? Simply put, when you negatively gear an investment property it means that the amount of rent you receive from the property over the financial year is less than the amount you need to pay on your mortgage […]
Read MoreWhat is rental yield?
If you’ve been looking into property investment, chances are you’ve come across the term “rental yield”. As an investor, it is an important concept to understand in order to assess the potential income and cash flow of an investment property. Basically when it comes to yield there are two types: gross yield and net yield. […]
Read MoreHow to buy a second property with no deposit
Are you looking to buy a second property but don’t have enough cash deposit? You’ll be pleased to know you don’t need a deposit because you can use your existing home equity to purchase a new property. If you’ve owned your home for a few years, there’s a good chance you’ve built up some reasonable equity, […]
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