Smart property investors use all the legal tax rules to minimize their cash flow leakage and maximise their deductions. The government encourages property investors to provide accommodation for those who need it by offering them a range of tax benefits. While most investors know about the typical tax deductions, such as interest on loans, repairs and management fees, there are lesser-known ways investors can reduce their taxable income this financial year. But be careful…the tax man is watching you, so make sure you stay within the rules. 1. Get a depreciation schedule Property investors, like ..read more

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So you've purchased your new home whats next? Connect all your utilities prior to moving in day. Ita a good idea to do this at least a week before. A quick link to do this - https://au.tili.io/brett-coombs Secure your home. Review all locks on doors and windows. Some people change all of these for added security. You may want to install security cameras for peace of mind. Make sure you have adequate building and contents insurance coverage. You may have gotten a quick cover note when you signed the contract, so its a good idea to review the cost of building replacement and your contents. Walk ..read more

Magill - larger blocks, good shopping, Magill Primary School zone. A suburb with solid growth, near Norwood shopping precinct. Norwood Morialta High School is undergoing a $55 million upgrade compete in 2022. Norwood - always a standout and currently one of Adleaide's premier shopping strips. Some of our favourite places are The Parade Thai, 400 Grande, Martini on the Parade & Argo on the Parade. There's Country Road, Seed, Trenery, Witchery, Sooki, Sportsgirl and many more. A new Raymin Wagu noodle soup bar opening soon looks interesting. Henley Beach - one of the many local beach suburbs ..read more

There are several tips when signing a contract and your agent should go through ever step. Here are a few contract tips - An Unconditional Contract or Auction Conditions has been ticked on the last page. What does this mean? It means just that you are legally binded when signing this contract. However a FORM1 document must be produced and signed and there are no conditions in the contract like a building inspection or finance. Unless you are buying at Auction or under Auction Conditions ( 24 hours after an auction has been passed in) then you have 48 business hours to cool off. (change your mi ..read more