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Turning risks into rewards

It was a wise choice for the then 19-year-old, who was approached by a sales agent in 2003 with an offer he couldn’t refuse. “There were only around six apartments [in the block] remaining, which were being sold at a discount to enable the developer to finalise finance arrangements and proceed with construction. The contract price was $232,000, discounted from the first release price of $245,000,” Julian explains.

The development process – step by step: 20/10/2011

20/10/2011

Top tips to boost rental yield

Fortune favours the brave. Dare to offer a point of difference in your rental property and watch the tenants – and the money – roll in. Whether you target a niche market or simply throw in a few extras, there are many creative ways landlords can boost their rental yields.

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