When it comes to your investment property, never underestimate the value of ongoing maintenance; you want to maximise your investment’s potential by keeping it in top condition. The winter months can be harsh on properties – the Hunter Region’s wild weather and the colder temperatures can cause damage. While it may be possible to claim.
Do you know your Amortisation Period from your chattels? Or how about Caveat Emptor? Every industry has its own terminology and lingo – and the property industry is no different. For the first time buyer, or property investor, some of the terms can take a bit of getting used to. We admit, the above examples.
Unless you’ve won the lottery, working out how you’re going to finance your investment property is usually the thing which puts people off. The reality is though, there are several ways to find finance and with expert advice you may be able to realise your dream of owning an investment property. Even if you don’t.
Buying into Strata from an investors point of view Buying into Strata can be attractive to investors. Strata properties are often cheaper than houses, and rental returns can be higher. However, Strata titled properties have shared walls, floors, ceilings, gardens and other common areas. These are considered shared ownership through a legal entity called the.
One question we’re often asked by potential investors is which are the best suburbs to buy an investment property in. We could start listing some popular suburbs around Newcastle and Cardiff, or some of the areas being developed, however, we believe people live anywhere and there are always people who need to rent. Potential investors.
There’s been a lot in the news recently about negative gearing, and concerns have been raised over proposed changes to the legislation. But if you’re new to investing, you may be wondering what exactly gearing is? Gearing is the term given to borrowing money to invest – whether it’s in property or for other investment.
Why old is gold and young is bold! A question we often get asked by both prospective home owners and property investors alike is whether to buy an old or new house. We can’t actually answer that question for you! Do you want something warm, welcoming and filled with character, or sleek and functional in.
Investing in property is a great long-term investment but it does need some careful planning, and it’s always best to surround yourself with a good team of experienced professionals. There is no shortage of information available online of what you should do when you’re thinking about property investment – but what about the things you.
With the Tenants Union of NSW calling to ban ‘no pets’ clause in tenancy agreements recently, we thought we’d take a look at what restrictions, if any, landlords stipulate on rental agreements. Under existing tenancy agreements, clause 43 allows NSW landlords to prohibit a tenant from keeping “animals on the residential premises without obtaining the.
Whether you’ve just bought an investment property, or you’re considering letting out your home because you’ve been offered a contract overseas, one factor to think about is whether to use a property manager. On the face of it, some people think managing their own property is easy and they could save themselves some money. For.