As Crest Property Investments we have grown to love and understand Fengshui. We have client’s using this ancient perception to make good investment property decisions. It's not used for everybody when investing in property, but here we take a moment to share some information on this ancient philosophy. Note this doesn't even scratch the surface of what we see as a...
How to understand median property prices. When buying property, we all carefully complete our due diligence. We all want to make the right decision and we do the best we can to review the property market. One indicator that can mislead your decision making is observing the change in median property prices. Median property prices are one of the most viewed statistics in the property market. It is very...
Buying a property can be the most rewarding experience of a lifetime. Buying an establish property or an off the plan property are two popular ways to get into the real estate market. However the process of buying established or off the plan can be quite different. Buying off the plan means that you are buying a property that has not yet been built or it’s still under construction. Ultimately you...
Buying property can be fun and exciting. If you have a plan or guide. Here is a manual guide outlining seven important to the buying process of purchasing off the plan: Step 1: Budget, Research and Plan. Talk to us. Its crucial to budget, research, and plan before purchasing any property in Australia. You may have decided on a location or a property, but it’s always helpful to speak to one of our...
Buying off the plan allows you to purchase a new property before it exists, providing you with the ability of only paying a 10% deposit and nothing else until the property is built and ready to settle. One of the notable benefits of buying off the plan is “buying more time”. During the construction phase you can continue saving additional money that could be used to contribute a larger property...
Can Owners Corporations restrict Airbnb? Recent rulings at VCAT have closed some doors but opened others for Owners Corporations looking to exert greater control over Airbnb and other short-stay platforms. A recent case involving a building in Doncaster confirmed that the Owners Corporation cannot implement rules which ban short-term rentals. However, the ruling did acknowledge some of the other...
Taking on your first investment property can feel overwhelming and confusing. Speaking to an expert will simplify the process and ensure you take advantage of investing appropriately. Here’s a few reasons why investing at a young age is a great idea Long term investing will compound in value The greatest advantage that young property investors have is time. You have a long-time frame to buy/hold and...
We work hard to earn our income and we are all very careful how we spend it. Many successful investors spend a little and save a little. In modern times, we are spoiled for choice when it comes to investing. Why does property investment remain the most popular? Is property the best investment? Let’s explore the basis why property investment is widely the most popular in Australia. Millionaires love...
Builders warranty is a topic not often discussed, but we think this is a valuable and important discussion to have. As we specialise in buying new and off-the-plan property, we want to share some usual details. As property advisers, when buying an off-the-plan property we do our due diligence on both the developer and builder. Sometimes this can be the same person. A good reputable builder who holds a...
It is very common for anyone considering buying a property to feel scared investing. Investing in property has been proven to be one of the most rewarding financial decisions to achieving financial independence. Owning an asset that grows in value and pays you a regular income stream (through rent) makes this a very smart investment strategy. If you are scared investing in property, you are not alone....