by Greg Cooper | Sep 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Do you realise that significant tax deductions are available on older properties, not just new ones? A recent publication shows that even for homes built pre-1987, the average claimable deduction is over $5,000 in the first year. There is a popular misconception that...
by Greg Cooper | May 27, 2023 | Uncategorized
It was with disappointment that we observed the announcements in this week’s budget that are targeted at “multiple” property owners in Victoria. Whilst we view this super-tax on investors as unreasonable and excessive, the Government has gotten itself in significant...
by Greg Cooper | Apr 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Auto price valuations or estimates are becoming quite common. Their widespread use on sites like realestate.com.au (REA), realestateview, Domain and even CoreLogic give the impression of providing reliable advice. It isn’t. Whilst a useful tool to provide a very broad...
by Greg Cooper | Jan 21, 2023 | Uncategorized
We haven’t hit bottom yet and there’s still more to come. But there are signs the fall won’t be as long or far as predicted. We’ve seen the predictions of drastic falls. Almost all economists are clustered around 20% from top to bottom this cycle. Some even 30- 40%....
by Greg Cooper | Sep 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Residential rents are currently rising and will continue to do so. Affordability is plummeting and government policy is actively making it worse. Affordable housing has become something of a hot topic for governments and there have been some laudable actions taken by...
by Greg Cooper | Sep 10, 2022 | Uncategorized
With the death of the Queen yesterday, it is worth pausing to pay respect to this example of selflessness. In this new world of ME, she will be missed for the example and sacrifice she lived. It is likely that many won’t truly appreciate the stability and cohesiveness...
