Is it better to pay off your home first before investing in property? Most people's gut reaction is that paying off their mortgage should be the priority. While this sentiment... read more →
Once in a lifetime challenges create one in a lifetime opportunities While COVID-19 has certainly pushed some property markets backwards, others like Canberra have not seen any decline at all.... read more →
When the Reserve Bank slashed interest rates again to a record low 0.75 per cent in October, there was one question that many people started pondering. What does this mean... read more →
At face value, lenders mortgage insurance (LMI) may seem expensive, but when you consider some of the benefits, you may be asking yourself whether you can really afford to be... read more →
When relationships break down and people are faced with divorce or separation, there’s not only the trauma of the physical and emotional separation to contend with, there’s also the need... read more →
Whatever your political views, there's no denying that the unexpected but convincing victory for the Liberal party at the recent Federal election is an extremely positive outcome for the property... read more →
As of July 1 2017, you can no longer claim the depreciation on fixtures and fittings for existing properties, however this tax deduction is still available when you buy a... read more →
Are you self-employed with more than 20 per cent equity in property? Would you pay $1,500 more tax to achieve $100,000 capital growth over 10 years? inSynergy’s Managing Director, Richard Sheppard... read more →
With smart use of equity, negative gearing, and research, big profits can be very safely achieved, writes Richard Sheppard. You’ve no doubt heard the terms ‘negative gearing’ and ‘equity’ being... read more →
Even if the controversial and unlikely changes to negative gearing rules are somehow adopted, property investors who target the right markets can withstand any fallout and make strong profits, writes... read more →