WHO doesn’t love a bargain? We all pat ourselves on the back when we purchase something for less than its true worth. Yes, I can see that smile of satisfaction! While it’s easy to pick up a new shirt or pants for half price at the latest sales or find a barely used item on […]
Every property investment carries a risk. In the case of speciality properties, the property investment basics won’t cut it. These are the pros and cons of investing in serviced apartments. If you’re a regular traveller, you may have stayed in a serviced apartment before. They occupy a strange middle ground between hotel and holiday home. […]
Claiming depreciation on your property is one of the most critical steps in an investor’s journey. And it’s the only deduction that can be subjective. All other expenses – such as interest, strata fees etc. must equal the amount you have precisely paid out. But, having an expert prepare, your tax depreciation report can enhance […]
Learn how an apartment depreciation schedule will save you money. Real estate is one of the most popular and most secure investment strategies. Right now, Australia’s housing market is experiencing a surge. So, if you’re a property investor or property developer perhaps its time to claim on your apartment depreciation schedule. With the housing market booming, this […]
Did you know? Did you know that lower-priced property often has a higher depreciation ratio in relation to the purchase price? During one of my recent media interviews, a journalist asked me to explain my comments on this issue. Most of us know that higher-priced property tends to rent on a yield far less than […]
Attention! If you have a holiday investment home, you will be interested in this. The Australian Tax Office (ATO) has begun focusing on ‘holiday home’ investors to get you up to scratch on the current tax situation. Why the sudden shift in focus? This alteration in tactics is because of the ATO growing concerns with landlords and over-claiming […]
Having a plan is one of the real estate investment basics. You have a choice between creating a rental property investment strategy and investing for growth. Here are the pros and cons of the latter. You have a few choices to make when investing in rental property. For beginners, the main one lies in deciding […]
Speak with Australia’s multi-award-winning Commercial Property Building Depreciation Experts, Washington Brown, and maximise the deductions you can claim on a commercial property today. Request A Quote Free Consultation Maximise Your Profits Through Property Depreciation Claims Depreciation is one of the best ways to maximise deductions from your commercial property investment so that you can […]
With the recent announcement that Brisbane has won the right to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, many property investors may wonder if they will find themselves on the winners’ podium if they buy in this city. Should you rush in and buy, with the idea of capitalising on future growth? The simple answer […]
Is the office as we know it dead? MUCH has been said about the future of workplaces since COVID-19 forced some major changes to office life as we know it, kicking flexible work practices into gear. At this stage, no one really knows how offices will look in the future as uncertainty still abounds, but […]