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14/12/08 Costs are down so it's time to buy up

With interest rates waning and rental returns high, the next six to 12 months is a good time to invest in property.

23/11/08 Protect yourself from the unexpected

Landlord insurance doesn't cost much, but it provides great peace of mind in the event of a emergency.

16/11/08 Set to invest? Here is six of the best

When it comes to buying an investment property, make sure you leave your emotions at the front gate.

02/11/08 The dangers of thinking positive

Buying a cash flow-positive property may sound like a great idea, but there are significant downsides.

26/10/08 Be wary when buying properties abroad

It's vital that you do your homework before making an overseas investment.

19/10/08 News not all bad

While the slowdown will dampen most areas of the property market, it's a good time for investors.

12/10/08 Getting the timing right

Your circumstances, not the market's, should dictate when you buy an investment property.

05/10/08 Choosing your address

Consider where you want to be in the medium term before you decide whether to live in or rent out your first home.

28/09/08 In mining towns all that glitters is not gold

Buying property in booming mining areas may seem like a good idea, but the risks are considerable.

14/09/08 Take a different investment tack in the golden years

Owning property when you are retired is a whole different ball game

07/09/08 Why you need to get the right name on the paper

There are four forms of ownership, and each has its own set of security and tax implications.

31/08/08 Going the distance

With future-focused investing, it is essential to think long-term and keep your eyes on the prize.

24/08/08 How to stay on the money

There are a number of ways you can organise your finances wisely when buying.

17/08/08 How to land on your feet

It's not how close a block is to the CBD that matters, but how big it is and what you can do with it.

10/08/08 The downside of depreciation

Depreciation is a useful investment tool, but be careful of the pitfalls.

03/08/08 Don't go back to front in investment market

It has to be one of the most common questions in property investment: “I want to make a start, but I have no idea what to look for or where to buy.”

27/07/08 Gearing up for investment

As a property investor, you’ve probably been torn between the logic of two radically different arguments.

01/07/08 Accessing equity to buy an investment property

With interest rates on the way down find out how to access equity in your current property to buy an investment property.

29/06/08 The home and away game

If you're planning a stint overseas or interstate, renting out your family home can make good financial sense...

22/06/08 Protecting your property portfolio after you die

By setting up a testamentary trust, you can ensure the fruits of your labour stay in the family...

15/06/08 How to take the heat out of a soaring mortgage

There are several practical ways to manage the pain brought on by interest rate rises...

08/06/08 Making the house pay in your twilight years

A reverse mortgage might just be the thing for a little grey-power spending, but mind the pitfalls...

15/07/07 Unlocking the investment secret

Understanding what drives the property market is the key to smart investing.

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