Our take on current property investment news, developments and lifestyle in Australia
To buy or not to buy? Pounce or avoid? This is the question every keen property investor wants to know. Here are my Top 5 Hotspots and Notspots for 2020 and why! NOTSPOTS DARWIN Very little population growth and flat housing prices. Vacancy rates still high. Economy tracking slowly. SYDNEY Those who bought in […]
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The Cost of Living Index is a useful tool if you’re thinking about getting into the market for the first time or buying in an unfamiliar area. It gives you some clarity on how much things will cost in addition to your mortgage. Numbeo has released its 2020 Cost of Living Index. This one covers […]
Read MoreWhat is an offset account and what are the advantages of having money in one of these accounts vs paying it down off your home loan? Let me explain. So, we’ve got a loan of $400,000 and for argument’s sake we’re saying today that this is our own mortgage, meaning that you’re living in that property, […]
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Goals are great when planning for the future but habits are highly effective NOW. It is easy to lose sight of a goal when it is too far in the distance, but creating new habits requires action every day which means you are more likely to maintain your focus. The actions may start out small, […]
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Now this is a question I’m often asked through my Property Coaching. Here’s my take. Ask your parents and they’ll probably tell you to take the ‘save’ route and throw everything you can at your mortgage – after all, it’s the great Australian dream to own your own home, watch your children grow up in […]
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Getting into the property market isn’t necessarily black and white. You’ll be surprised what you can do. Some things are non-negotiable – savings and a decent wage are essential, but when setting your property goals, find yourself a good property coach and learn exactly how you can get there. And always, always, think outside the […]
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Contrary to belief, a goal is imperative for results. Don’t listen to the ‘naysayers’ that shoot your goals down on you. Somewhere between having a dream as a kid to setting a goal as an adult, it lost its coolness and somehow became a bit ‘uncool’. The tall poppy syndrome somehow kicked in! Please don’t […]
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We tend to lose site of our health and well-being as we get older and busier. Our focus seems to naturally turn to work, security for our family, and the daily tasks that arise. We’re easily distracted by our ‘to do’ lists, become…dare I say it…lazy in our downtime, and sometimes find it difficult to […]
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Something my Dad always said, was “Why put off for tomorrow what you can do today”. This rings true for me even more so in today’s busy world. I wanted to share some tips on how to make the best of your time and build some real momentum in 2020. 1. USE A DIARY Probably […]
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Closing in on 2020 and hitting a few major milestones over the past year has really made me stop and think about years gone by and how they’ve shaped me as a husband, father, athlete, and business owner. In one of my thoughtful moments, quietly laying down with my youngest son, my mind wandered through my life, […]
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