The recent decision by the RBA to raise interest rates may have surprised some people. While some argue that rates have already increased significantly and coupled with rising living costs,…
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Property investors should think about the investment returns they can anticipate over the next decade and beyond. This process assists in shaping realistic expectations to make informed financial decisions. It’s…
Readers of this blog own property or intend to purchase it in the future, whether for owner occupied or investment purposes. Property is an excellent asset class for accumulating and…
Navigating the stock market in the coming years may prove challenging, primarily because markets need to adapt to higher interest rates. Whilst there are significant risks to avoid, I also…
In 2007, laws changed to allow SMSFs to borrow for property investments if they met specific compliance rules. This led to a surge in super-funded property investments from 2007 to…
Exchange Traded Funds (ETFs) have gained significant popularity in the past 8 years, with total investments in Australian ETFs soaring from $20 billion in mid-2015 to over $150 billion by…
A property’s value is typically divided into two components: the land value and the value of any improvements, such as the dwelling. Conventionally, land tends to appreciate over time, while…
Many people face two financial planning challenges. Firstly, their projected super balance may not be enough to fund their desired living expenses in retirement. Secondly, they would like to enjoy…
Despite bearish property price forecasts over the past few years, capital city markets have proven to be very resilient. I note that Westpac joined other major banks last week by…
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