8 Steps to Property Investment Success

8 Steps to Property Investment Success

There has been lots of hype in the media recently about property investment and the property market, which has left many potential property investors confused about whether or not they should invest.

Like many investment strategies, property investment can be a risky business so it’s important to understand the fundamentals before risking your life savings to ensure that you achieve your financial goals.

When it comes to property investment, there are some important elements to consider, which can be the difference between making or losing money.

In this article, we explain eight key drivers that contribute towards successful property investment.

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6 Popular Architectural Home Styles

6 Popular Architectural Home Styles

Australia has a rich and diverse history and since European settlement in 1788, the architectural landscape has transformed significantly. The unique character and heritage of bygone eras is evidenced by many of the beautiful period homes we see in our towns and cities today.

In this article, we explain some of the various architectural home styles that are popular throughout Australia, each with their own distinctive qualities and attributes.

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Timber Flooring – A Useful Guide

Timber Flooring – A Useful Guide

Timber flooring is one of the most popular and practical flooring options when building or renovating your home, and for good reason – timber flooring can create a feeling of warmth, depth and natural beauty. Timber flooring also feels great underfoot and is practical and easy to clean.

There are a huge range of timber flooring options available, so choosing the right floor for your lifestyle and personal taste can be a tricky decision to make, as each type of timber has its own unique characteristics, advantages and disadvantages.

In this useful guide, we explain the different timber flooring options available when building or renovating your home and what you should consider when making your selection.

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4 Tips to Make the Most of Storage During Home Building

4 Tips to Make the Most of Storage During Home Building

If you’re in the process of undertaking a knock-down rebuild or home renovation, storage is a great way to keep all your treasures safe. A storage space gives you the flexibility and convenience of storing everything in one safe and secure space. Storing your valuable belongings in the homes and garages of friends and family may be cheaper, however this is not ideal, as these spaces don’t afford your valuables the security and protection they need and you may have too many belongings to be able to store everything in one location.

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Solar Powered Homes are Back – Here’s Why

Solar Powered Homes are Back – Here’s Why

It was only a few years ago that solar powered homes across Australia were immensely popular. In fact, Australians are the biggest users of solar panels in the world. Their popularity was driven by a government rebate at the time, which reduced the price to approximately $2,000 for a complete system using five to six solar panels installed on the roof of a typical home. Fast forward a few years and solar powered homes became less economically attractive due to the scaling back of government incentives and much lower feed-in tariffs from energy suppliers.

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