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In this area, you can access all sorts of information to help you make smart real estate decisions. Guides on everything from negotiating your first purchase, to buying an investment property.
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Understand property cycles to grow your net worth
Property markets go through natural cycles which historically last approximately 7 – 10 years each. During each cycle,…
What effect will tax changes have on the housing market?
Here are my quick thoughts on the two major housing policy changes announced recently: No one considers a…
Will tenancy law changes mean increased rents?
Henry Cooke from stuff recently put out this report which is worth a read. My two cents on…
How to be a good landlord
This podcast is full of common-sense advice you can use to make sure you have a great experience as a property investor while providing the best possible service to your tenants.
Creating passive income through property
In this podcast episode, I chat with Nick Gentle from ifindproperty.co.nz, a nationwide property-finding service for investors. Nick…
How to buy your first investment property
A step-by-step guide to help you through the process of buying your first investment property. Disclaimer… Before we…
How to sell your home privately (if you want to)…
After more than a decade in real estate. I have seen the value that a really good salesperson…
Is it a good idea to ban letting fees?
Letting fees are a cost which have historically been charged to tenants by property managers when they move…
Are property investors making the housing crisis worse?
Fellow property investors – it’s time we started being honest with ourselves. Taking care of your financial future…
How to guarantee a 5 star review on Airbnb (a guide for owners)
In 2016, my Wife and I visited 21 Countries in 6 months while traveling around Europe. We stayed…