Property Hints & Tips - Investment Strategies

• 10 highly dangerous ‘tips’ investors get

  You're sure to find trouble if you follow common, but ill-advised suggestions, such as buying in an area just because the rents are high or investing in the US. Read carefully as we reveal 10 “pearls of wisdom” you should probably ignore read more

• Western Sydney to outgrow the nation

  Western Sydney will prove to be one of the nation’s property investment hotspots next year, according to a recent report by SQM Research. read more

• Investing in holiday homes

  Holiday homes offer better investment prospects than you might think – and not just because of high yields. Many see steep value growth, and from drivers not present in other property types read more

• How to assess properties like a valuer

  While valuers make it their business to know the ins and outs of their markets, a few simple principles can help you ensure that you're on your way to paying the right price for the right property - right from the get go. read more

• Investing in super – top five considerations for investors

  OnePath’s Graeme Colley sets out the five most important things that investors should bear in mind before investing in property via an SMSF read more

• Seven deadly excuses: phoney reasons not to invest

  Afraid to dip your toe in the water of property investment? Catherine Lezer explains the most common excuses used to put off investing – and why they’re flawed. read more

• Top reno tips for buy and sell

  A good renovation can instantly increase the value to your property if it is based on careful planning, impartial choices and keeping within a budget. Your Investment Property magazine explains read more

• When is a valuation not a valuation: the next generation

  Getting your home valued is a great way to ascertain your property’s worth, but at around $400, it’s also pricey. We’ve investigated the other less expensive – and free - options available to homeowners and property investors. read more

• How to foolproof your joint venture

  "People power" is the new property buzzword, as more investors turn to joint ventures to fund their retirements. How can you make sure a partnership doesn't go sour? read more