We are certainly living in unprecedented times and with prolonged uncertainty comes prolonged inaction, particularly when it comes to investing in property. Whilst we are trying to make sense of our ‘new normal’ it seems as though many aspects of our lives have been put ‘on hold’, investing being just one of them. This is…

I can’t tell you the number of times I’ve been asked “Should I be looking for a growth property or one that gives me cash flow?” Property investing is very much like running your own business. I went into business to make money – not lose it. So ask yourself this question – “If I…

In my recent interview with Munzurul Khan of Keshab Chartered Accountants, we discussed the idea that property investors need to consider themselves as “entrepreneurs” as they take on the role of “business owner” when it comes to learning how to invest in a property. Key to the decision making process is having a savvy accountant…

It’s not surprising that the most frequently asked question from property investors is: “Where is the best place to buy an investment property right now?” This question is a good one because we know that if you buy a property in the wrong location, you may have to wait many years before you see capital…

I can’t tell you the number of investors I’ve met who are just not happy with the service they receive from their property managers. The issues range from clients’ calls not being returned in a timely manner and sometimes not at all to not following up with tenants who are behind in their rent or…

Right now we’re living in uncertain times. Most people are living outside their comfort zone when it comes to job security, working from home, caring for children who may also be showing signs of anxiety and uncertainty around the future. Historically, Australian property has always provided a secure investment through flourishing times as well as…

Given that most superannuation funds house investors’ money in a range of shares, both internationally and domestically, there is risk involved for those now edging closer to retirement. As the world has just witnessed, the share market reacted to the news that the Covid 19 pandemic had swept the world, wiping out the gains made…

After months of lockdown and isolation, this question keeps popping up. Interestingly, people are still selling and buying properties in these unpredictable times and those buying their own homes are securing some very good deals. It’s a real Buyer’s Market in Sydney. Some Investors are looking for value and those who are cashed up and…

I’m frequently asked about Property – for investment, owner occupied properties and in more recent times, by first home buyers. There are certain pain points when it comes to buying a property and a common question that has significant financial bearing is: “What price should I start at when negotiating on a property?” This is…

I’ve been listening to some very interesting podcasts and webinars about how Australia will likely emerge from the Covid 19 Pandemic and which aspects of our pre pandemic lives will be brought forward and which we will leave behind. Demographer, Bernard Salt, recently commented on how global catastrophes tend to break us and then reshape…