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SMSF LRBA INTEREST RATE HIKE

One of the key strategies of SMSF is to invest in direct property. While some SMSFs may have sufficient funds to purchase a property in cash, many others, particularly those with a younger demographic, have chosen to use a loan to purchase their property. There are two methods to secure a loan either through a…

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ATO letter on diversification of assets

SMSFs are beneficial for so many reasons including control, choice, flexibility and a concessional tax rate. I hope your SMSF is treating you well and you’re kicking goals and that you’re partnership with Redwood is also kicking goals. However, you may have received the fright of your life with a “threatening” letter from the ATO…

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NEGATIVE GEARING: HERE TO STAY?

Negative gearing is now part of a political football game between Labor and Liberal parties. All the property news has focused on the recent announcement by Labor that, if elected, they will take away “negative gearing” for established property, leaving incentives only for “new” properties. So what is negative gearing? You hear “negative gearing” all…

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A Beginner’s Guide To Buying Property

Buying property is an exciting experience, particularly if it is your first time. But, it can also be a daunting experience particularly constant press around the property bubble. Therefore it is important to surround yourself with a property investment advisor to determine your investment strategy for financial freedom. Currently, first home buyers are presented with…

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Chinese property investment – Will it continue in 2016?

There are ‘mixed feelings’ by many Australians on the surge of Chinese investment in the Australian residential and commercial property market. Many ask the question – will the surge of Chinese investment in Australia real estate continue? Despite the announcement of new penalties by the Foreign Investment Review Board (“FIRB”), Chinese investment will continue to grow in…

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