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Do your due diligence properly – (TOP TIPS)
Once you’ve done the hard yards of researching, searching and securing your ideal property, don’t waste all that effort by dropping the ball when it comes to due diligence. Many buyers gloss over purchase conditions when they’re convinced they’ve found a great...
6 budgeting tips for first-time property investors (eBOOK)
So you’re ready to delve into the wonderful but sometimes complex world of property investment, huh? Great! But before you dive right in, there’s several things you should consider. Firstly, you have to develop a budget that is a) sustainable and b) realistic....
5 ways to find your ideal investment property location (eBOOK)
Location, location, location, they say. But how do you snag a property investment in your ideal location or predict which suburbs are likely to perform well? Research, research, research. That’s the obvious place to start. But it’s knowing what to research and what to...
What’s your property investment strategy? (TOOL)
Before you even consider buying an investment property in Perth, you have to consider your strategy. If you’ve started looking at properties without understanding your strategy and knowing what you’re hoping to achieve, you need to take a step back and develop that...
The plus side of Perth’s property market (eBOOK)
While there are plenty of negative news reports about Perth’s property market, it’s time to report the good news. The quiet property market actually provides positive opportunities for potential investors and tenants because it offers more choices, less competition...
Building wealth by subdividing – benefits and pitfalls
Any investment presents risks and rewards that must be properly understood before buying. This is certainly the case when buying property for redevelopment. You can keep yourself occupied, but all your hard work could be for nothing if you’ve not done your homework....
Why first-time investors should stick to their strategy at auction (DOs & DON’Ts)
First-time investors can snap up a great property at auction by sticking to their strategy. While auctions can sometimes create a pressure-cooker environment that force prices up, buyers who’ve done their homework can still come out on top. If you can keep your wits...
6 ways to win in any property cycle (eBOOK)
Many things in life work in cycles – time, seasons, politics, the economy. The real estate market is no different. Perth’s property market also moves from booming periods to quieter ones, and there are a few things you can do to make each phase work in your favour....
3 ways to diversify your property portfolio (eBOOK)
Diversifying your property portfolio is a great way to protect multiple assets, particularly if one isn’t performing as well as the others. It also minimises risk and exposure to market and environmental fluctuations, such as population, migration, politics and...
Market watch: fixed rates increase
If you’re ready to invest in property and you're starting to get your finances in order, you might be interested to know that some major lenders have increased their fixed rates, with others likely to follow. Westpac, ING Direct, Suncorp, ME, Bank of Queensland, Bank...