Finance

How much to budget for rental property maintenance?

By Brad Minhinnick / November 20, 2023 /

Maintaining and budgeting for rental property expenses, whether it’s routine maintenance or capital expenses, is a crucial aspect of property management in Brisbane. It may not be the most exciting topic, but it’s one of the most overlooked aspects of being a landlord. In this article, we’ll explore why budgeting for maintenance and capital expenses…

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Comprehensive Forecast and Analysis: The Future of Brisbane’s Real Estate Market

By Brad Minhinnick / September 13, 2023 /

Australia’s real estate market has been the subject of intense scrutiny, particularly in the wake of the pandemic and ensuing economic shifts. Brisbane, a city often overshadowed by Sydney and Melbourne, is now standing tall as a beacon of opportunity in property investment. With a unique blend of lifestyle and economic advantages, the Brisbane real…

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The ATO has begun using data matching programs in the property industry

By Brad Minhinnick / September 27, 2021 /

With new data matching technology in the hands of the Australian Taxation Office, more industries are being put under the spotlight. Property investment is one of the biggest wealth generators in Australia, and is one of our biggest industries, accounting for 23.4% of Australia’s GDP in 2016. So, it was only a matter of time…

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5 Brisbane Suburbs That You Should Invest In This Year

By Brad Minhinnick / May 17, 2021 /

After a tumultuous 2020, the Brisbane property market is expected to make a rapid recovery this year. This is the general consensus among some of the biggest financial institutions in the country, with reports from ANZ and AMP Capital both predicting a near 10% increase in median housing prices. This surge is anticipated due to…

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Capital Growth v Rental Yield – Which strategy is better for you?

By Brad Minhinnick / May 5, 2021 /

Should you invest for capital growth or rental yield? It is the age-old property question that has never actually been answered. However, as cliché as it may sound, there is no right or wrong investment strategy. Instead, it is completely dependent on the psychological makeup of the individual; At the end of the day, one…

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3 Tips for Property Buyers

By Brad Minhinnick / September 15, 2020 /

As we have come to the end of this financial year, many of us are starting to locate the appropriate documentation to support our different tax deductions, if they have not already been done. This also marks the start of another financial year – a period of opportunities – and is therefore the best time…

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How much does it cost to keep an investment property?

By Brad Minhinnick / June 15, 2020 /

You may think the big expense is over when you have paid the deposit and budgeted in the mortgage repayments. However, investment properties do have many ongoing costs that should be budgeted for. This is not to say that investment properties are a bad idea, quite the contrary, the issue is many Australian families jump…

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10 tips for buying your first investment property

By Brad Minhinnick / June 8, 2020 /

Investing in property is very popular in Australia due to its high potential returns and relative stability. Of course, there is a first time for everything and property investment is no different. So, to help those looking to get into property investment we have created 10 tips to get you started on the right track.…

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Renter Or Property Investor During The COVID-19 Crisis, What Can You Do?

By Brad Minhinnick / March 23, 2020 /

The current crisis surrounding COVID-19 and its economic impact are affecting Australians across the country. Both renters and property investors are experiencing these impacts, or the uncertainty as to whether they will in the future. It is during this time that what is legislated and what is right and fair comes under stress, and puts…

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