Property Hints & Tips - Investment Strategies

• Why cheapskates are losers

  It appears Australians are starting to get the hang of this whole "saving" thing. But there’s a huge difference between tightening your belt and cinching off the blood flow to your lower extremities. read more

• A quick guide to flood renovations

  Your Investment Property asked Judith Taylor from www.propertywomen.com.au for a quick guide to flood renovations read more

• Top tips for landlords dealing with the aftermath of flooding

  Record everything; speak with your insurance company before the clean-up; obtain quotes; communication; take advantage of any free help available. read more

• 3 ways to boost your cash flow

  If you are like a lot of investors in Australia, and you have bought a property that is costing you more than you thought, well you've got three options: you can either do nothing and watch your money go down the drain, you can sell, or you can increase your cash flow. read more

• How to think like a valuer

  Property valuers spend years acquiring the skills necessary to accurately assess value in their area of expertise, but there are a few simple principles they employ that can assist anyone in assessing what their next investment might be worth. read more

• What to do when a tenant dies

  Here’s a scenario you probably haven’t give much thought to: what would you do if your tenant passed away in your property? Sydney-based property investor Stacy Mitchell had never considered it either - until it happened in one of his Brisbane properties. Sarah Megginson reports... read more

• Land subdivision 101 by Nila Sweeney

  Subdivision is one of the quickest ways to manufacture equity, but there are plenty of traps to the unwary. We guide you through the process one step at a time to help you avoid the risks and maximise your profits. read more

• Gold from granny flats

  By simply knocking together a second abode, that green expanse out the back could be earning you serious investment dollars. Lauren Barker takes you on a step-by-step guide to building a granny flat in your backyard. read more

• Lender Strategy

  When it comes to obtaining finance, choosing the right lender is just as important as choosing the right loan. Rob Williams reveals tips on how to pick the right lender to borrow from. read more