Archive for May, 2015

Do you have idle equity?

Interest rates are at record lows, what should I do to take advantage?

On the back of this month’s RBA announcement the Australian lending landscape has entered uncharted territory with the official cash rate now sitting at 2%!

If you haven’t checked recently there are some fantastic opportunities available to restructure your finances, potentially saving you thousands in interest costs and most importantly set yourself up for the next investment opportunity.

Whatever the reason, now … Read more »

What is deductible and what’s not for property investors?

Many expenses relating to investment properties are tax deductible. With the end of financial year in sight, property investors should be planning to maximise their property investment tax deductions. By claiming the available tax deductions, your rental profit can reduce and ultimately reduce your taxable income.

Deductions apply for any property you own that is available for rent, hence excluding your home or personal holiday accommodation. Listing with agents can help … Read more »