We’ve been enjoying record low interest rates for years now. Indeed, many investors on variable rates have probably benefited from some of the drops in interest rates by having more money in their back pocket. Interest payments made on a loan are tax deductible, so for some, depending on how the property is geared, the.

We’re seeing some interesting moves in the rental market at the moment. With good job and affordable lifestyle opportunities, and just two hours from Sydney, Newcastle and Lake Macquarie are becoming increasingly desirable areas to live. This is all good as it means we’re seeing an influx of people coming to the area, and these.

The decision to buy ‘new’ generally isn’t too difficult when looking at everyday items such as a TV, pair of shoes or a garden shed, but when it comes to an investment property, the choice isn’t quite so easy; there is no right or wrong answer and the answer usually starts with ‘it depends’! There.

More people are wanting to take control and be more involved with their retirement planning which is probably why self-managed superannuation funds (SMSFs) are increasing in popularity. In fact according to the Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA), and the Australian Taxation Office (ATO), there are nearly 600,000 self-managed super funds (SMSFs), managing $696.7 billion in.