Posted in Property Investment
How a potential rate cut could impact the housing market.
Posted by Chris Collard
on 13 November 2024
With last week’s announcement, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) decided to keep the cash rate at 4.35 percent. Now, all eyes are on when the first-rate cut might happen.Chris Collard, Director at FinancePath, believes that a future rate cut will make a big difference in boosting confidence among potential buyers. “While a rate cut would give existing borrowers some extra cash flow, the biggest effect would be on confidence for those thinking about buying—whether they’re looking for...
Posted in:Property InvestmentFirst Home BuyersRBAHomeownershipcash rate |
5 tips for choosing a property manager for your rental.
Posted by Chris Collard
on 24 October 2024
Renting out your investment property can be a rewarding venture but managing it yourself can be overwhelming. Hiring a professional property manager can save you time and stress, ensuring your property is well-maintained and your returns are maximised.To explore your options, contact us today! We're here to assist you with any financing questions you may have.BOOK NOWHere are five essential tips for choosing the right property manager for your rental.1. Do your homeworkStart by researching pro...
Posted in:Property Investmentproperty purchaseRentsproperty manager |
Should I payoff my home loan or invest?
Posted by Chris Collard
on 21 August 2024
To pay more off your home loan or invest in another property?Ultimately, it depends on your financial situation and long-term goals as to whether you funnel your funds into your home or an investment property.To understand more your options, book a chat with us today. BOOK NOWRead on to discover some key factors to consider before deciding what’s suitable for you.How much do you owe on your home?If you have a significant balance on your home loan, you may need to delay plans for a...
Posted in:Property InvestmentSuperannuationHome loansrepayments |
5 things to look for in an investment property.
Posted by Mark Attard
on 24 July 2024
Finding the right investment property for you is different from finding your own home.At the end of the day, the aim of buying an investment property is to make a solid financial return – whether that’s through rental income or capital growth. That’s why it’s so important to be savvy about what and where you buy. We can walk you through the finance options available to you. Book an appointment with us for expert assistance. BOOK NOWHere are some key things to look for in an inves...
Posted in:Property InvestmentInvestmentcapital growthrental yield |
Buying an apartment vs a house as an investment.
Posted by Chris Collard
on 26 June 2024
Do you want to jump into the property market but don’t have the budget to buy a house? A unit or apartment could be a great way to get your leg up on the property ladder.
According to CoreLogic data, unit values are now rising at a faster rate than houses in more than half of all suburbs across Australia.
Aside from being more affordable than a house, there are other benefits of apartment investing to consider. Let’s look at some of the pros and cons of investing in an apartment...
Posted in:Property InvestmentBuying a houseproperty purchaseBuying an apartment |