Thanks Jamie – Can brokers still do this without applying for a pre-approval? I don't want to apply for anything yet, just work out the possible strategies/options with what I can borrow.
Also, how would i work out what i can borrow after my first purchase, so i can move forward? Is this something i can also sit down and work out with a broker when I am ready to start? Should the accountant be involved with this part?
Thanks Kong71286 – are these fairly accurate? Do they consider most lenders? From what I understand lenders may lend different amounts based on the same circumstances. ??
Thank you
Yes, a broker will be able to give you an indication of your borrowing capacity without submitting an app.
They will also be able to run some scenarios for you based on your longer term investment goals – including your ability to purchase the second property.
Agree with Richard re the infochoice calculator – it's a very simplistic calculation that isn't going to be very useful for investors.
I'd at least get a couple of agents to provide an appraisal and talk numbers – you don't have to restrict yourself to using the agency that's linked with your PM either.
I don't think you need to provide the tenants with any reimbursement. It's a part of renting – properties sometimes sell.
Another vote for onsite – particularly if it's a property that is going to predominately generate interest from owner occupiers. As made man above has mentioned – emotions run sky high at auctions.
Not sure if it helps or not but Herron Todd White provide a monthly update that covers capital city markets and many large regional markets. In the report, they rate where they see these markets at the stage of the property cycle.
Page 45 of this report will give you an idea of what I'm taking about.
Obviously this should only be treated as one resource which is part of a greater due diligence process.
Thanks Derek, this is beginning to make sense to me. I had assumed money in an offset account attached to an IP loan would only be able to be used for payments related to the IP.
Hiya
An offset account is treated differently to a redraw account.
There's no implications with moving funds into and out of an offset account – however, there are implications if you were to "redraw" funds from the loan – that's classed as new borrowings and the purpose of the redraw will determine whether the funds are deductible.
Sorry for any confusion. Marketing group is probably more accurate. It would appear they charge you a fee. And take care of the rest? Are these kind of companies any good?
they came up while doing a google search.
Made me wonder if they or companies like them are worth while.
I haven't delved into their website and have no idea what they offer. However, when it comes to investing, I personally have a preference towards using independent professionals and recommend my clients do the same. That includes appointing your own finance person, lawyer, accountant and buyers agent if required. This way, you avoid any conflicts of interest that could potentially present in a one stop shop.
Tenant quality in these areas is paramount – if the PM thinks the tenants are good, then I'd be inclined to meet their demands (which don't sound too burdensome anyway).