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5 Tips for First Time Property Investors [Video]

Property investing can be complex, so here are five top tips, to help new property investors get started successfully.

What is LVR?

LVR is an acronym that stands for Loan to Value Ratio.

It is the proportion of money you borrow compared to the value of the property, and expressed as a percentage.

Lenders use this to help assess the risk factor of borrowers before deciding whether to approve a loan. 

Property Investment News Summary: W/C 9 April 2018

Home values steady but auctions lift

Australia's five major capital cities have recorded no weekly change in their combined home values, despite an improvement in the auction clearance rate.

Benefits of population growth 'immense'

A high-powered agency that oversees major infrastructure projects has waded into an explosive political debate over slashing migration levels.

Infrastructure Australia is warning it is neither feasible nor desirable for the country to turn its back on the opportunities presented by population growth.

[Infographic] Australia's Top Yielding Suburbs for January 2018

Do you want to invest in a rental property that will give you premium yields? 

The location of your rental property can help determine how much return you are likely to make and ultimately how successful the property is as an investment which generates positive cash flow for you. Yes, those four little numbers mean much more than helping the postman, they make a huge impact on your investment, so pay attention!

For a rental property to give you the best possible return you can consider starting your search by targeting a location which produces high gross rental yields.

What Every Successful Property Investor Should do Over Christmas

It's tempting to throw out the property investment 'to-do' list when December comes around, with the best of intentions, to give it another go next year.

If you ticked off your goals this year and grew your portfolio successfully, congratulations, it's time to put your feet up! However, if you didn't quite manage to do everything you wanted to do with your property in 2017 (and that's ok), then maybe it's time to take some action while everyone else is winding down?

Why not throw a little investment preparation in amongst the festivities this holiday season?

You'll have the time, and it may just give you an excuse to escape the house guests for a little 'me' time!

8 Tips to Help You Achieve Your Property Investing Goals in 2018

Many people will have set property investing goals for the new year and unfortunately, many will fail to achieve them. 

Others may not set any goals at all, because it is very easy to just live in the present without a set plan to move forward, which is an easy habit to fall into.

Whether you’re a new or seasoned property investor, it can be incredibly beneficial to set property investing goals to guide your investing for the year to come.

These tips can help you set your goals for 2018 and ensure you don't lose sight of them and are able to take the necessary steps to see them achieved.

Cash Rate Unchanged at 1.50%

Statement by Philip Lowe, Governor: Monetary Policy Decision

[Infographic] Australia's Highest Renovation Suburbs for December 2017

Renovating an investment property can be a profitable investment when done strategically.

It has become a popular choice of property investment to add value to a property portfolio, particuarly for those who can do the work themselves.

[Infographic] Australia's Fastest Growth Suburbs for December 2017

Do you want to invest in a rental property in an area experiencing growth in order to create equity? 

Targeting suburbs with the fastest median growth rates can help you to generate equity and grow the long term value of your portfolio. 

Professional Property Manager or DIY Property Management

Whats New in Real Estate Investar's Pro Membership?

Our Pro Membership is for the self-starter who wants an all-in-one platform to successfully invest in property. The Membership helps you find investment properties in seconds and gives you the tools to analyse, research and estimate the value of any property in order to grow track your profitable portfolio. 

[Podcast Episode 10] The Strategy behind Rentvesting and The Property Cycle

September Quarter Market Update

This blog includes a copy of the slide-deck that was presented at Real Estate Investar Live, Sydney, on Wednesday 1 November. 

It shows the latest property data from the September Quarter, courtesy of Domain.

Are Rentvesters Still Eligible for First Home Owners Grants and Duty Concessions?

This article has been prepared by our partners at Lawlab.