Can I use my super to buy a home? The short answer is yes, but not in the way you might think. While you can’t use your superannuation to purchase a house to live in, you can use it to invest in property through a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF). This approach has gained popularity among …
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Unit vs house. Which is the better choice? Are you torn between the two? You’re not alone. Even many investors are stumped by this decision. Both options have their own benefits and downsides, making it a tricky choice. You’ll find a detailed comparison in this post to help you choose the best investment. We’ll explore …
When it comes to building wealth through investment properties, a strong grasp of different property investing strategies is key. I’ve been in the property industry for years, and I can tell you that picking the right strategy can make all the difference between a successful investment and a costly mistake. In this article, we’ll explore …
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Owning an investment property sounds great on paper. Who wouldn’t want extra income, growth in wealth, and a step towards financial freedom? But here’s the thing: It’s not all smooth sailing. There are investment property pros and cons that you need to know about. As a buyers agent, I’ve seen all the wins, the headaches, …
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The Central Coast is a true coastal paradise that will steal your heart. With stretches of golden sand that seem to go on forever, bright blue waters sparkling in the sun, and jaw-dropping natural scenery everywhere you look – it’s a place you’ll never want to leave. And the best part? It’s just an hour’s …
The first home buyer assistance scheme has been a topic of great interest and discussion lately, especially among investors looking to purchase their first property. I’ve received numerous inquiries from potential buyers considering taking advantage of this scheme’s stamp duty exemption for their initial property purchase. While the upfront savings are undeniably appealing, several critical …
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One of the most frequent questions I get asked by property investors and homeowners is whether they should try to “time” the market. The perennial debate about time in the market vs timing the market has raged for decades across all investment markets; not just property. Timing the market tempts with quick gains, while the …
Soaring home prices locking you out of your dream suburb? Feeling the tug between lifestyle and affordability? Rentvesting, a rising trend in real estate, offers a clever hack: live comfortably in your ideal location while building wealth through savvy property investments elsewhere. In this blog post, let’s explore how rentvesting reshapes the property game and …
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In the first instalment of my appearance on Bushy Martin’s “Get Invested” podcast, which I covered in the blog post “Investing in Time”, I shared my personal journey, emphasising the early investment decisions, the power of compounding interest and the influence of family values on my path to financial success. In this second part of …
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Recently, I had the privilege of sharing my story on the “Get Invested” podcast hosted by my good friend Bushy Martin. We ventured into the intriguing world of real estate investment, a journey that’s been both challenging and rewarding for me and a testament to the value of investing in time. Check out the podcast …
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