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Should I Buy an Investment Property in the current market?

Should I Buy an Investment Property in the Current Market?

Post author:admin
Post published:December 7, 2023
Post category:Property

If you’re thinking that there is A LOT going on in the property market at the moment, you’re right. House prices are down, interest rates are up, and we have a new government whose policies aim to make owning rental properties a bit easier. During a time like this when house prices are down, you may be wondering whether it’s a good time to buy an investment property to build up your wealth. But how do you know?

How to Structure Your Mortgage During the Different Stages of Your Life

Post author:jacque
Post published:September 1, 2023
Post category:Lending

Securing a mortgage is usually the most significant financial commitment you’ll ever make, and it sticks with us for 30 odd years! From early adulthood when we're just starting to build our careers, to the midlife years when we might be considering a bigger family home, and finally to retirement when our housing needs change once again. In this article, we’ll talk you through how to structure your mortgage during the different stages of your life and the pros and cons of each of these structures.

Who You Need on Your Investment Property Team and Why

Post author:jacque
Post published:August 22, 2022
Post category:Property

Learn about each team member you’ll need on your property investment team and what part they play. Property investment is like a team sport. Your success or failure will largely depend on who’s on your team.

How to Reduce Risk while Wealth Building

Post author:jacque
Post published:July 14, 2022
Post category:Your Money

Learn how to reduce your financial risk while wealth building. In a perfect world, all your investments would always increase in value, income would continually flow in and your plans would always have the best outcomes. But this isn’t the perfect world.

How to Grow a Passive Income through Property Investment

Post author:jacque
Post published:June 9, 2022
Post category:Property

Learn how to grow a passive income through property investment. Your property investment strategy needs to include a clear plan for how you’re going to turn your investment into cashflow.

Why You Need an Insurance Advisor

Post author:jacque
Post published:June 2, 2022
Post category:Your Money

Learn why you need an excellent insurance advisor for your property investments and the main benefits of having an insurance advisor.

Three Common Mistakes when Building a Property Portfolio Quickly

Post author:jacque
Post published:May 5, 2022
Post category:Property

Many people want to build a property portfolio as fast as possible. But with the potential for big reward comes three common mistakes when building this portfolio. Learn what these mistakes are and how to avoid them when it comes to building your property portfolio.

Ways to Build Wealth Prior to Retirement

Post author:jacque
Post published:November 4, 2021
Post category:Your Money

Learn how to build wealth prior to retirement. We share some ways you may be able to build up your asset levels to get to the magic number of savings you’re wanting to then retire and live off.

What renovations add value to my home?

Post author:jacque
Post published:June 30, 2020
Post category:Property

Learn about what specific renovations add value to your home. Understand what areas you should put the most money into to achieve the maximum payout when you finally sell your property.

Jeff’s Two Cents: COVID-19 & Housing Market

Post author:jacque
Post published:March 25, 2020
Post category:Property

Learn if Covid-19 will affect the housing market, why most homeowners will be okay if this happens, and why it may be a good time to purchase more property.

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