REIWA congratulates Mark McGowan and the Western Australian Labor Party on their 2021 WA Election victory but calls for more to be done to address the housing issues facing the state. REIWA President Damian Collins said the Institute was disappointed the housing market wasn’t a priority for the McGowan Government’s 2021 election campaign. “WA is…
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Attractive returns and long lease terms are among the reasons many investors choose commercial property, but as with most investments buying these assets are not without risks, which first-time buyers need to be aware of, experts say. “These two factors alone account for a lot of the interest of first-time commercial investors, but as with…
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Like it or not, land tax is something all property investors need to know about. Unlike stamp duty, which is a one-off amount paid when buying a property, land tax is an annual or quarterly tax owners pay to state and territory governments, based on the vale of the land they own. It applies to freehold…
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Introduction How many times have you heard an expert say that you should invest in property markets with high population growth? It’s a no-brainer, right? WRONG! High population growth doesn’t mean what you probably think it does regarding capital growth. In fact, it could mean the complete opposite. The theory The theory makes sense: assume…
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The Christmas/New Year period in the residential property market is usually quiet, but this year market activity has returned much earlier with strong early sales volumes. Over the first four weeks of 2021, the number of properties listed for sale on realestate.com.au that have had their status changed to sold is 28.2% higher than it was…
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Rentvesting – which sees buyers rent a property where they want to live and buy an investment property in a suburb they can afford – is a growing trend across Australia, challenging traditional thinking about home ownership. Rentvesting is a way forward for people who want to break into the property market, without sacrificing their lifestyle. Ben Kingsley,…
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After hitting the bottom of the market during 2020, REIWA’s 2021 outlook indicates the Western Australian property market should experience steady growth in both the rental and sales market – something not seen since the strong conditions in 2013. REIWA President Damian Collins said 2020 has been an unusual year for property, however despite the…
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Do you know your capitals? Are you in the know about cash-flow? Anyone planning to enter the property market will benefit from knowing the difference between capital gain, capital value growth (appreciation) and cash-flow. These are the financial equations that underpin every investment in rental bricks and mortar. Know the difference Anna Kyriacou, Principal at…
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Do I really need landlord’s insurance, or can I save by not shelling out for it? It’s a question that’s probably crossed every property investor’s mind at some point. The answer? A resounding yes. “It’s a must for all property investors,” says Michelle Valentic of Advantage Property Consulting. “It’s only a small, tax-deductible expense that could…
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According to a draft report of the independent New South Wales review of Federal Financial Relations, it’s time for state and Commonwealth governments to scale back on inefficient taxes including stamp duty, and REIWA is calling on Western Australian political leaders to do the same. REIWA President Damian Collins said the Institute supports the draft report…
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