General Strategy - Investment Strategies

• How to make a success of a property joint venture

  As conditions in Australia’s property market continue to tighten, many would-be buyers are looking to joint ventures to get their foot on the ladder. Teaming up with another buyer can be rewarding for all types of investors, when done properly. Chloe Taylor reports read more

• Employee to Full Time Investor

  Many Australians fall in love with property, and fall even more in love with the idea of giving up their day job to live off their real estate profits indefinitely. But what steps are required to actually make this happen? We asked Brendan Kelly to lay it on the line. read more

• How To Increase Your Investment Property Income in Less Than 6 Weeks

  Investment property owners who want to make the switch from long-term tenants to the lucrative short-term market are often faced with a dilemma: Spend money to upgrade and potentially increase your chances of getting a higher nightly rate OR continue with business as usual and endure the lackluster returns from long term tenants? read more

• Investing for cash flow – the serviced apartment solution

  Investors with a high ratio of capital growth properties often turn to serviced apartments as a simple and effective cash strategy to provide balance to their portfolio, because of the reliability of serviced apartment rental payments. read more

• Good Things In Small Packages: The Great Granny Flat Comeback

  They’re modern and compact, cost little to build and earn excellent yields, and they can be popped onto a property you already own. It’s no wonder investors are bringing the humble granny flat back into vogue. Pauline Hatch reports read more

• Holiday Homes: Savvy Investment or No-Go Zone?

  To find a profitable property deal that grows your wealth, you need to eliminate all emotion from your decision-making and focus on the facts and figures. When it comes to investing in holiday homes, this can be easier said than done. Sarah Megginson reports. read more

• Granny Flat adds $21,000 to Rental Income

  Record-high prices and mediocre yields in metropolitan Sydney have created a large cash flow gap for investors to fill. However, property investor Zack Raad has been able to almost double the rental return on his Cambridge Park property with the addition of a unique granny flat that stands out amongst all the others. read more

• Yield or growth? The DHA answer

  The argument is an old one: which is better - capital growth or rental yield? One gives you increasing value over a long period, while the other gives you dollars in your pocket right now. Obviously, both have their advantages, but deciding which is right for you will come down to your personal circumstances. read more

• With 10 Years to Retirement... Can You Build Wealth In Property?

  It takes time to build financial freedom, but if you only have a short timeframe ahead of you to build your nest egg, all is not lost. Michael Yardney, director of Metropole Property Strategists, shares his strategy for success to help readers James & Elizabeth, and others nearing retirement to plan for their financial future. read more