As a landlord, you’re handing over your investment asset in exchange for a weekly sum– you’re supplying housing to a market that’s demanding it. The rental market itself determines how much you can reasonably lease your property for – which is why it’s essential to research rental demand in the area of consideration before buying […]
2017 was an interesting year in real estate, both locally and globally. Politically-motivated tragedy made global news and changed the way we conceive of the safety of our homes, first home buyers got their big break and ‘generation renter’ took centre stage. In this Think Property & Co Blog, we take a look back at […]
Hello and welcome to the final Think Property & Co blog of 2017! What a year it has been. As we plan for an exciting year ahead, we’re bringing you all the need-to-knows of property ownership for 2018. Vacant Residential Land Tax In a bid to address the housing supply shortfall in Victoria, the Government […]
Being a tenant is great. If something breaks down, the cost and responsibility lies with your landlord. You’re not tied down, and you can move somewhere bigger/smaller/cheaper/plusher in line with your income and lifestyle – it’s ideal! The only downside is: you’re living in someone else’s property. You’re paying down their mortgage, and ultimately, the […]
Recently, a host of prospective rental reforms were announced by the Victorian Government in a bid to make the rental market fairer for tenants. Across 14 proposed reforms – addressing everything from notices to vacate through to tenants with pets – the Government are looking to renegotiate the leasing market as we know it. In […]
The Reserve Bank of Australia has released a research paper examining how life post-GFC has affected housing affordability for first home buyers. Despite the intimidating heft of this paper, the study is remarkably interesting and reveals surprising insights into first home buyers behaviours. This is a Think Property & Co blog not to miss! The internet is rife […]
With less than a month to go until spring, we’re starting to get excited for longer days and warmer weather here at Think Property & Co HQ. Winter is a time for hibernation, staying in and enjoying home comforts, but there comes a time when we must crawl out of our cosy snugs and prepare […]
Being an entrepreneur in startup is an exciting time: you’ve got an amazing new idea to bring to market, and you’re neck-deep in new logos, product design or digital campaigns. You’ve also got decisions to make about where to base your business from. Whilst going ‘all in’ and purchasing a commercial property might be on […]
Tax time can be stressful for everyone. Deadlines, expenses, boxes of receipts and a sense of gnawing uncertainty cast over each deduction you hope to make. Imposing and unknowable, landlords often view the tax office as a scary beast – but really, it’s not so bad. With the right support, resources and understanding, tax time can be […]
Are you a landlord or would-be property investor in Victoria? The Government’s upcoming changes to property tax may concern you – which is why Think Property & Co have focused on all things stamp duty and vacant property in this month’s blog. Changes to Stamp Duty Exemptions The first notable change surrounds stamp duty exemptions: property transfers between […]