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Hi Tammy, how will I ever buy a home in Sydney? If I rent, I can’t save. Will I be living at home forever? Help! Joe, Manly Hi Joe, this is a common concern for younger people today. The key is...

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Hi Tammy, I’ve heard there are changes to Superannuation. What’s happening? Is it still a good idea to contribute to Super for retirement? Thanks, David and Josie, Freshwater Hi David and Josie, While the Federal Government may tinker with the rules,...

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With interest rates rising considerably and inflation at a 30-year high, now more than ever it’s important for investors to look at ways they can increase the yields they are achieving on their investment properties. Gross rental yield is the annual...

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Following these property investment strategies will help you improve returns while reducing risk as you manage your property portfolio. The aim as a property investor should be to adopt strategies that allow you to build a high-performing property portfolio – rather...

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Hi Tammy, we are really struggling on the age pension. We have a small cash reserve and our family home. How do we survive? Thanks, Tim & Shell. Warriewood. Hi Tim and Shell, It is almost impossible to make ends meet...

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Hi Tammy, With the recent interest rate rises and inflation, my adult children are struggling to pay their mortgage. I want to help them out financially, but I’m close to retirement and not sure if it is a good idea. What...

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During 2022, the Reserve Bank of Australia increased the cash rate eight times, and in turn interest rates increased by 300 basis points to December. Naturally, times of increasing interest rates can result in temporary periods of poor cashflow for...

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Hi Tammy, I am retired and about to turn 60. I’m thinking of starting a pension from my superannuation, but I worry that this could negatively impact my husband’s part age pension. He doesn’t receive a huge amount, but we...

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Is it better to pay off your home first before investing in property? Most people’s gut reaction is that paying off their mortgage should be the priority. While this sentiment is understandable, it may actually be preventing people from getting...

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Thinking about becoming a property investor but not sure how to go about it? The good news is that you can get started with just 20 per cent equity in an existing property and some robust education and advice. Many of...