It's not uncommon for a family to want a holiday home. Taking your family on an active camping trip, relaxing beach getaway or staying at a ski lodge in the mountains sound pretty sweet. Many like the idea of renting a family home throughout the year and occupying it on school holidays. In theory it sounds fantastic that you can generate some income throughout the year, while enjoying the accommodation...
Property investing and schools have influential trends. Certain properties have had significant appreciation in values when falling within school zones. As many schools in Melbourne have had great returns for property investors we thought it'd be an enjoyable article to share. Please note, these ratings were sourced and managed by https://bettereducation.com.au. Please see their website for their...
When investing in property, any savvy investor is looking to maximise their total returns. As your property portfolio expands, it can become time consuming. Having multiple real estate agencies managing your properties may reduce the comprehensive guidance needed to maximise the value of your property portfolio. If you have investment properties across multiple agencies, consolidating your property...
Investing in property is very rewarding. It's ability to provide you with tax benefits is quite an appealing incentive to many. A successful property investor will focus on maximising their returns by aiming to increase their income through rent, review the potential capital growth, but also taking advantage of capitalising on the tax incentives provided in property investing. As the financial year has...
Buying a property can be one of the most rewarding investment decision. Over time it will provide you with capital growth, but in the interim, you are lucky to also generate a rental income. A good investor is always seeking new ways of maximising their rental return. An important strategy in achieving this goal is obtaining a rental appraisal. What is a rental appraisal? Unlike a organising a property...
How to prevent condensation this winter t's critical to maintain your investment property. It attracts good tenants, but also influences the income you earn (rent) and the capital growth over time. Certain parts of the year can require your attention. Melbourne is certainly in the middle of the winter season and the weather has been very cold. One sneaky concern arises with these cold mornings, and that's...
All property investors want the highest rental return. There are steps you can take to make sure your property is not only leased long term, but also achieving your desired rental return. Here are some important tips on increasing rent. 1. Provide your property with some TLC (tender loving care) – If you can take some time to maintain your property and make it look more presentable, you are likely to...
With property prices exceeding the average wage increase in Melbourne, many people are struggling to buy their own home. While the great Australian dream of owning a home is still very real for many, people are taking different home-buying pathways to get their foot into the property market. One purchasing type that has been a growing trend is 'rentvesting'. What is rentvesting and what are the...
We have some great post graduates making their way into the world. Striving with confidence, enthusiasm and motivation, what are the most popular suburbs for these young processionals? We have summarised five very popular suburbs. The Melbourne CBD provides these young professionals with great work opportunities and an active lifestyle. Here are a list of the most popular suburbs in...
Melbourne is a highly desirable place to live. In fact it has been ranked the best place in the world by Economist Intelligence Unit’s (EIU) from 2011-2018. Many inner city suburbs have contributed to Melbourne's culture, environment and stability. So what are the most populated suburbs? Melbournians love their city and have little desire to live to far away from it. As the land scarcity increases...