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8 Things to Consider Before You Buy Commercial Property

Last month, I made the case in 6 Reasons to Invest in Commercial Property that your long-term investment strategy should include commercial real estate. That’s a bit of a stretch for many people, because the commercial market presents some challenges that don’t existRead More...

Jason Staggers

December 26th, 2014

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How to Avoid Bad Property Investment Advice – Our Top 3 Tips

I recently read a story about ASIC cracking down on a company that specialises in promoting the use of a self-managed superannuation fund (SMSF) to buy investment property. ASIC is taking them to court to prevent them from continuing their “unlicensed financial servicesRead More...

Jason Staggers

December 22nd, 2014

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Do Holiday Homes Make Good Investments?

As you head off over the Christmas period, you might find yourself sitting on a beach (or enjoying some other wonderful scenario), and wondering whether holiday homes make good investments. The short answer is… no, they generally don’t. Why Holiday Homes Make PoorRead More...

Steve McKnight

December 18th, 2014

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Get Out Of Debt And Stay Out Of Debt In 7 Practical Steps

Do you want to hear one of the dumbest things I’ve ever done with money? It’s a little painful to share, but here goes:Back in 1999, I was just a few years out of uni. I had graduated with a Bachelor of Finance,Read More...

Jason Staggers

December 15th, 2014

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Home Renovation Ideas That Will Save You Thousands

Part 3 of a 5-Part Series with Professional Renovator, Caroline Vass This is our third interview with Caroline Vass, a professional renovator who lives in Geelong. Having been trained by Steve, Caroline has been investing in real estate for about five years. WhileRead More...

Jason Staggers

December 12th, 2014

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Proposed SMSF Change Could Cause A Property Price Correction

Just a quick heads up about a potential game changer that, if it happens, will negatively impact the property market – particularly new real estate sold off-the-plan. Financial System Inquiry You’re probably a very busy person, so you might not know about theRead More...

Steve McKnight

December 9th, 2014

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Buying a Renovation Property That You Won’t Regret

Part 2 of a 5-Part Interview with Professional Renovator, Caroline Vass Last week, I introduced you to Caroline Vass, a Geelong-based investor who focuses on renovating, subdividing and developing as a primary strategy. Having been trained by Steve, she’s also started a businessRead More...

Jason Staggers

December 8th, 2014

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The Rumblings Of Discontent Continue

The Aussie property market seems to be running out of steam at an increasing rate, evidenced by key property statistics, consumer confidence, and interesting commentary appearing in unusual places (see the recommended reading link below). Property Statistics RP Data (now known as CoreRead More...

Steve McKnight

December 4th, 2014

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3 Secrets That Only the Debt Free Know

Part 1 of a Two-Part Series on Breaking the Cycle of Debt Have you ever noticed that socioeconomic status is often generational? As children grow up in a particular environment, they inherit mindsets, character traits and habits that shape their future. I wouldRead More...

Jason Staggers

December 1st, 2014

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Finding a Profitable Renovation Deal

Part 1 of a 5-Part Interview with Professional Renovator, Caroline Vass For a little over a year, I’ve been coaching one of Steve McKnight’s property apprentices, Caroline Vass. Caroline and her husband, Jozef, live in Geelong, and they have been investing in realRead More...

Jason Staggers

November 28th, 2014

Renovating For Profits & Home Improvement - Articles