As interest rates are top of mind with so many investors right now, I thought I would take the opportunity to study what different lenders have to offer, to help you manage recent interest rate increases.

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When is it the right time to throw in the towel and quit the ‘rat race’?

What do you need to have before you get to that point, and what do you want to do with yourself when you do R.E.T.I.R.E? Who will control your retirement fund, and just how much money will you need in retirement?

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The plethora of house makeover programmes on television over the past few years may be fun to watch, but they cater to families renovating their own home. They presume you have an (almost) unlimited budget for the renovation, a personal designer and a crew of 20 people to help you get it finished in one weekend! Read More...

The Rental Property Agent can make or break a rental property as an investment. Knowing what to look for in an agent and getting the right one can take the hard work out property investment. In this article we look at the key attributes of good agents and how to look assess them. Read More...

First impressions count – whether it’s the first time you meet someone or the first time you walk into a potential new home, often your original emotional reaction to that person or place will last long after you’ve said goodbye. Read More...

"LVR" or "Loan to Value Ratio" refers to the maximum amount lenders will approve against the value of any property taken as security for your home loan. Read More...

So tenants in common have nothing to do with landlords and you can’t be registered as the owner of a property in Queensland if you are under 18? These are two of a number of terms found in the real estate industry that may at first glance seem a little confusing for first time property owners and investors.

But help is at hand with Real Estate Institute of Queensland (REIQ) accredited agencies being able to explain terminology to first time buyers and investors, and the REIQ’s guide to real estate lingo giving you the heads up on terms often used in the industry. Read More...

The doubling of solar rebates to home owners and schools in this week's Federal Budget has received a mixed response, with environmental groups saying it is a shallow gesture.

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Inside PropertyTM with John Maher FAPI

What’s in a Term?

Well, everything really if you want the term to have some worthwhile meaning to you. What bothers me as a property professional is the constant misuse of the term “Investment Return”, especially for residential real estate. Read More...

Financial advisers argue that your house shouldn’t be included in the calculation of your net wealth because your house does not generate any return on the investment. In other words, your home provides security but not an income. You can’t eat your house. Read More...

Contrarian investment is a philosophy that goes against what most of the crowd is doing. In other words, it is investing contrary to the majority of thinking at particular times in investment or market cycles. Read More...

You're about to embark on the biggest financial millstone and committment in your life, well good on you...... So where do you start?

Committing to a 30 year home loan is something you won't want to take lightly, so it is important to do your research..and then do more research.

Browse through the Consumer Zone of www.Mortgage Broker.com.au to familiarise yourself with the mortgage process, the types of home loans available, what to look for in a mortgage broker and more importantly what are your rights and obligations as a borrower. Read More...

Avoid the 10 Most Common, Painful, Frustrating Mistakes First-Time Home Buyers Make

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Income. Debt. Down Payment. Closing Costs. Two Years Income Tax Returns. Assets. Liabilities. IRAs. You want WHAT? Just what can I afford?

Buying a home in today�s marketplace is a bit intimidating. And your new home purchase is likely to be one of the most important decisions you�ve ever had to make. Usually it�s one of the single most valuable assets you�ll own. Read More...

The thought of owning a second home in the sun or a ski lodge or mountain retreat where we can escape whenever the mood takes us is of course a commonly held dream. Read More...

Have you ever looked at the marketing material for an investment and got excited? The beautiful full colour glossy brochures and the often emotionally inspired paragraph about how good the investment is and why it�s better than others. But how good is it really?

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