We are going live with Investor Education! (1639 Reads)

Welcome to the first of a series of evenings presented by PIAA to introduce its Property Investment Education for Investors.

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Strategies for borrowing with super (1740 Reads)

Borrowing in a super fund to invest in property is one of the hottest investment strategies ever introduced in Australia. In this article Grant Abbott, Australia's leading SMSF author and presented details his Top 8 SMSF borrowing strategies.
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New Tenancy Laws for Queensland (2432 Reads)

We are currently counting down to the approaching commencement date of the new Queensland legislation in 2009. Investors who engage the services of a managing agent have the right to expect that their property manager will update their knowledge and modify any relevant management practices accordingly. Nonetheless, as an investor it is always wise to have some first hand awareness of the rules given that, ultimately, it is lessors and tenants who are affected.
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Buying Off the Plan (4814 Reads)

Buying property ‘off the plan’, has become a popular choice for Australian investors. Delayed settlement and increased tax savings can prove enticing. But there are risks. Here are some tips to help make ‘off the plan’ purchases work for you.

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Mining Towns Offer the next big returns on investment - Moranbah (7826 Reads)

Dotted through the Queensland hinterland are little towns that are playing host to major new mining enterprises. They are small towns that have had sleepy livelihoods and haven’t shown up on the hot spot radar compared to their glamorous coastal neighbours.

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Skill up during Christmas slowdown (3371 Reads)

While the Christmas season can be one of the busiest times for businesses, January can be the slowest. Instead of riding out the slow wave, take control of January by using the time to plan and train yourself and your staff. There are a number of great resources that can help January become a period of up-skilling and planning for growth for the year ahead.
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One percent interest rate cut - the Future of Low Doc Loans in Doubt (18656 Reads)

The Reserve Bank shocked financial markets today by announcing a full percentage point cut in interest rates; double what analysts had expected. But with the current financail crisis and credit squeeze what is the future for Low Doc loans?
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How Bad Debt Will Stop You Dead in Your Tracks (5664 Reads)

One of the most common ‘stuff ups’ that property investors make is to take on too much bad debt. Too much bad debt stifles any opportunity to invest.
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When should you R.E.T.I.R.E (3958 Reads)

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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Claim tax depreciation Now (5230 Reads)

Mortgagee in possession sales are increasing. Interest rates have risen. Tyron Hyde of Washington Brown has a suggestion.
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The 5 essential tips for paying off your home loan (3934 Reads)

It’s the great Australian dream to own your own home. Unfortunately it seems like every expert has a different strategy as to how to best pay off your loan.
How many of these so called experts actually know what they are talking about? Have they done the math and worked it out for themselves?
We’ve decided to show you the math so you can decide for yourself.
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The 2008 Budget Overview for Investors (5673 Reads)

Whilst some of the details of the 2008 Federal Budget are still to be fleshed out it seems that the overall impact for investors will continue following the current trend. Growing demand for housing, short supply and increasing migration are all factors that will all put pressure on both rents and house prices.
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Sustainable Homes (4035 Reads)

Across Queensland, the summer of 2008 will be remembered for the rain that came. In some places it caused floods, in others it helped alleviate a water crisis the likes of which we’ve never seen.
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Waterfront Property outperforms in QLD (4871 Reads)

Living the good life next door to a golf course, and the allure of waterfront property, help explain the top performing suburbs in Queensland last year.
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Housing Affordability getting worse (4624 Reads)

The likely hood of low-income Australians ever owning their own home is now so remote that drastic measures are needed, according to Housing Minister Tanya Plibersek.
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Property Derivatives (4168 Reads)

The following is an extract from a report by Luke Hatigan for Jones Lang Lasalle on propoerty Derivitaves.
Over the past year or so, news has reached Australia about the exceptional growth seen in the UK’s property derivatives market – the world’s leading market. Property derivatives are becoming a topic of interest in Australia. However, details about the area and what they involve are still relatively scarce. This month’s Economic Insight hopes to provide a brief overview of the topic.
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Commercial Property Strong in Brisbane (4037 Reads)

Brisbane’s Commercial Property Market strength is underpinned by its 1.3% vacancy rate. According to data released by Jones Lang LaSalle a pre commitment of 70% of the 145,000 sq meters of commercial space due for completion over the next few months, will provide a strong basis for growth.
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Rate hikes dampen construction levels (5013 Reads)

The level of completed construction work fell 1% to $28.9bn in the December 2007 quarter, with cost pressures remaining the primary concern for the building industry after swelling by 5.5% in 12 months.
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Australia to use tax credits to lift housing investment: report (7835 Reads)

The Rudd government will offer corporate investors a tax credit of $6,000 per dwelling to entice superannuation funds to invest in affordable housing according to a report by the Australian Financial Review.
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Homebuyers "unaware" of green properties (4789 Reads)

Despite claims of the growing popularity of eco-friendly housing, a large number of first homebuyers are not familiar with the concept, a new report revealed.
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