New to the board. Have been negative gearing (due to income) for the last 5 years, but am seeking to diversify somewhat and get into some positive gearing.
1. Steve’s filter for determining if a property is likely to be cashflow positive. Halve rent, add three zeros – should be your buy price. Take three zeros off purchase price, double – should be the rental achieved. Then do further due diligence on other expenses etc.
2. Principal Place of Residence – your home that you own (with or without the bank [])