Archive for September, 2018 home

Working out if a property will make a good investment is undoubtedly complicated, but experts say it rests on three simple things; rental yield, capital growth potential and underlying demand.

What is the rental yield?

Rental yield is a key metric for any property investor and is often referenced by agents and vendors. The higher the yield, naturally, the better.

A property’s gross rental yield is calculated by taking the annual rental income, … Read the full post »

Now that we have your attention… If you have recently purchased your first home or are looking to get into the market, then you may be eligible for a 50% discount on your stamp duty costs. Of course, there are a number of eligibility criteria, for example; the property purchased must be under $400,000 and settle between February 7, 2018 and February 6, 2019. You must also be at least … Read the full post »