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Purchasing a property in a SMSF

Purchasing a residential or commercial property in a SMSF – Limited Recourse Borrowing Arrangement Background Prior to 2007, superannuation funds could not borrow money to purchase  an investment. However, the introduction

Towards 2019: what next for the housing market?

Towards 2019: what next for the housing market? The Australian residential housing market has been highly variable this year, and we’ve seen some highlights as well as lowlights. We look

Investment property purchase

10 tips for choosing an investment property

10 tips for choosing an investment property If you’re thinking of buying an investment property here are 10 key considerations before making the move, to avoid potential difficulties and ensure

Property Investor – End of Financial Year – Preparation and tips

Property Investor – EOFY preparation and tips With the end of financial year fast approaching we have provided some tips and considerations on property investor tax deductions and ways to

In Focus | Sticking With It

Sticking With It It’s often said that the secret of success in any endeavour is “stickability”, your capacity for staying committed to a goal. But success also depends on having

In focus | Connecting the dots

Connecting the dots Human beings love stories. But this innate tendency can lead us to imagine connections between events where none really exist. For financial journalists, this is a virtual

Considerations when buying a second property

What to consider when buying a second property Buying your own home remains the great Australian dream – and buying a second property may help you take your wealth further.

Depreciation schedule

Property investing – why you need a depreciation schedule

Property Investment – What is a depreciation schedule and why do I need one? In this article we explain what a depreciation schedule is, why you need one if you

Having a Game Plan

Having a Game Plan An advisor once said he did not so much have people with investment problems as he had investments with people problems. Your assumed rationality can vanish

Surfing at the beach

Can a holiday home make a good investment?

 Can a holiday home make a good investment? We all dream of owning our own holiday home and enjoying endless sunny days by the sea. But is buying a holiday

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