The True Value Of Property

Property Valuation is a crucial aspect of most transactions. For a potential buyer looking to take out a loan, lenders will require this information prior to determining whether it’s a good idea. A valuation also shows a buyer whether they’re getting an excellent deal or are being misled about a property’s worth. A dwelling’s market value refers to the property’s value based on its best … Continue reading The True Value Of Property

Tax Q&A: Questions When Selling Property

Q: I bought an investment property in 1999 for $184,000, and bought it in my own name for tax purposes. Over the period 1999 to 2017 it has appreciated considerably, based primarily on appreciating land value. The house is well presented and basic, but the property is now worth around $1.1m. We are now retired and are contemplating selling our current permanent residence in the city and … Continue reading Tax Q&A: Questions When Selling Property

Dubbo Offers ‘Pleasant Surprises’ For Investors

In this ever-changing digital world, global demand for computers, iPhones and electronics is enormous, and with a focus on reducing air pollution and creating alternative energy sources, the demand for wind turbines, electric cars, and energy-storage batteries is set to go through the roof. What’s common to all these is a range of very precious metals and minerals that are only found in a limited … Continue reading Dubbo Offers ‘Pleasant Surprises’ For Investors

Reno Focus: The Deck

A spectacular house isn’t just about what’s inside: it’s also what’s on the outside that counts. When it comes to the backyard, a well-designed deck can add function and additional space, creating a highly sought-after ‘extra’ entertainment zone. Especially during the warm summer months, there’s no better place to admire a beautiful view than from your own backyard. That’s why additional entertainment areas, like a … Continue reading Reno Focus: The Deck

Investing In Your Education

With over 30 years’ experience in the property industry, Bob Andersen has been involved in everything from land subdivisions and spec houses to shopping centres and retirement complexes. Your Investment Property talked to the founder of Property Masterminds, who now spends much of his time teaching other Australians his own fine-tuned method for success – and he says it all starts with a solid education. … Continue reading Investing In Your Education

HashChing Next To Jump On Equity Crowdfunding Boom Via Equitise

The company is looking to raise up to $5 million to fund its unprecedented growth in the fintech space via the online Equitise platform. Online mortgage marketplace HashChing has issued its first round of shares today through Equitise to gain access to the lucrative capital raising potential of Australia’s equity crowdfunding regime. Introduced in September last year, the regime sees HashChing at the forefront of … Continue reading HashChing Next To Jump On Equity Crowdfunding Boom Via Equitise

VIDEO – Development drives $2m portfolio – Sean Ewens

Featured in the current edition of Your Investment Property magazine is the success story of Sean Ewens who experienced a few hiccups during his first property development, which saw him create a set of four townhouses in Adelaide. His driving passion for property keeps him striving forward – helping him amass a portfolio worth almost $2m along the way. Sean walks us through his fascination … Continue reading VIDEO – Development drives $2m portfolio – Sean Ewens

7 Tips For Choosing The Right Property To Invest In

A property is a solid asset that has the potential to grow your wealth over the long term. However, it’s crucial to invest in the right properties, because making a mistake in this area can cost you, and not just financially. Property-related hiccups and setbacks can create untold stress, worry and heartache, which achieve the opposite outcome to what successful investing is all about. To … Continue reading 7 Tips For Choosing The Right Property To Invest In

What $1M buys you + Reno tips + Big profits from small development

Every investor in Australia is pondering the best place to park their property dollars right now, so this month Your Investment Property has done the hard yards to gather research on all the major markets. Which cities are growing, which suburbs are stalling, and how can you tap into an investment opportunity before it booms? It is tacked in the latest cover story, where they have researched how far $1 … Continue reading What $1M buys you + Reno tips + Big profits from small development

Real Estate Myths

Many real estate agents swear that spring is the best time to sell. They assure vendors that more buyers venture out once winter is over, and fewer people go house hunting in summer as they’re in holiday mode. But is that really the case? The above logic also makes summer the best time to buy, because there is apparently less competition from other buyers. It … Continue reading Real Estate Myths