Property Investment Strategies, Tips & Advice
Read the latest property investment tips, guides & advice from Domain's team of industry leading professionals.
The ultimate guide to property investing
Property investment is one of the main ways Australians build wealth. In this Guide, Domain explains how to get started, build skills and knowledge and eventually become successful in property investment.
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What is rentvesting and how does it work?
Kate Farrelly|Jun 23, 2022
Want to get on the property ladder but can’t afford to buy where you want to live? Rentvesting may be the answer.
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Three non-traditional ways to get a foot in the property market
Melissa Gerke|Oct 21, 2021
Surging property prices have prompted some to think outside the box and explore less traditional ways of purchasing property. We explore some of the options.
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How to buy a home business in the country
Linda Moon|Jul 5, 2021
Whether it’s a working farm or the local pub, there’s a lot to consider when buying a country home with a business attached.
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You’ve just purchased an investment property. Now what?
Kate Farrelly|May 3, 2021
If you’ve just purchased an investment property, before you put your feet up and watch the rent roll in there are a few important things to tick off your to-do list.
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How to choose a property manager
Daniel Butkovich|Feb 23, 2021
The right property manager can mean the difference between a hassle-free experience and a regrettable one, and there is more for landlords to consider than fees alone.
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How to keep your first property as an investment when upgrading
Daniel Butkovich|Jan 26, 2021
Retaining a first apartment as a rental is a strategy that can pay off in the long run, but there’s a reason most upgrading home owners can’t manage to do it.
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Five ways landlords can find a tenant in a tough rental market
Melissa Gerke|Jan 4, 2021
With high vacancy rates in many areas, some renters are spoilt for choice, but there are ways landlords can improve their properties to attract tenants.
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Why remote property investing is on the rise
Nina Hendy|Sep 9, 2020
Lockdowns, border closures and travel restrictions aren’t stopping Australians from browsing and investing in property markets far from their local area.
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Is investing in an Airbnb still viable during a pandemic?
Melissa Gerke|Aug 27, 2020
The idea of earning money through an Airbnb may seem ridiculous right now, but short term rentals can be a great way to bring in extra cash if it’s done right.
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Should you offload your investment property or ride out the storm?
Nicole Madigan|Jul 14, 2020
As Australia moves into a recession, many investors are left wondering whether now’s the time to exit the market, or if they should hold out for the long term.
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