How often have you heard those horror stories about buying overseas, buying American property? We do know that there is some very, very good buying, but selection criteria becomes absolutely critical: who you deal with, what sort of property you buy, where you buy it,...
I remember growing up and hearing my parents talk about things like “Well, it’s not all about money,” and how filthy money is and “Money can’t make you happy,” and all that kind of stuff. Rubbish. We will tell you about the five ways money...
The good news is that if you want to get into renovation, the opportunity is there for you right now to learn from the master. I will tell you how. Transcript: Kevin: Well, the good news is that if you want to get into renovation, the opportunity is...
[flex_video widescreen="true" vimeo="true"] [/flex_video] Transcript: It is quite a common practice to inflate the listing price of a property by a small or large amount to allow for some negotiations. Doing this also allows for fluctuations in the market created by temporary surges in purchaser numbers. Strong...
Andrew Mirams takes an objective view about borrowing money for investment and looks at the pros and cons of borrowing on an interest only basis....
Just how much can you manipulate or influence a bank valuation? My thinking was always very little, but maybe not. How can you get the best bank valuation? Our finance guru – Andrew Mirams – sets me straight on that issue. Transcript: Kevin: Just how much can you...
Highlights from this week: How a transport construction project in WA will impact the market there. How much can you manipulate or influence a bank valuation. Everything you need to know about renovation How money CAN make you happy Where to buy in the USA to get great returns Transcripts: Getting the...
The property market is currently in a state of limbo because, when trying to deal with reducing pressure on housing affordability, the Federal Government has potentially ‘changed the game’ by announcing dramatic changes to the way depreciation is claimed on property. It appears this is...
In his column for Switzer, John McGrath says South East Queensland is becoming a popular choice for a change of lifestyle. South East Queensland remains a very compelling market for an investment or lifestyle change for young families, now that Sydney has become difficult to afford following five...