Sydney’s inner west: A rental hotspot

The inner west will always rent well. Its affordability and appeal to all sectors of society means it’s a safe bet for the astute property investor.

 

Last week, we reported on … more »

Buying remotely: head west to invest


Investing in a property remotely can leave you with more questions than answers
Listed at number six in The … more »

Real estate prices: Tips for getting the best deal

Negotiating price is a notoriously tricky process. Go in too high and there’s a chance you’ll be parting … more »

Building a real estate investment portfolio

Property investment advice: Building a real estate investment portfolio
If you’re looking to build a property investment portfolio there are three key areas you should look at when finding the right … more »

Building code changing for kids’ safety

Changes to building code laws are underway in a bid to prevent children falling from apartment buildings and multi-storey homes.
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Property management tips – Trees are not your friend

Trees may look beautiful but they can also become the root of all evil for investors and home owners.
Water ingress, sewer line collapse and property structural damage are just some … more »

Scene set for last minute auctions in 2011

Sales of houses throughout NSW are expected to increase over the next few weeks, particularly through auctions, for buyers looking for a quick purchase before government changes come into place.
The … more »

How to make 11% a year on your investment property

With a ‘soft’ market and an economic downturn touted to soon occur, it could be a good time to invest in the property market.

Many self-made millionaires and savvy investors will … more »

Four property sales mistakes to avoid

This week Exchange licensee Ian Comyns spoke with renowned independent buyers agent Amanda Segers about the most common mistakes people and agents make when selling a property. After all, … more »

Strata building schemes – Who’s responsible for what?

One of the most confusing things about owning a lot within a Strata Scheme is understanding who’s responsible for the maintenance of certain elements within the lot – the individual … more »