This split-level apartment is located on 13th & 12th levels of the building, has fantastic Darling Harbour & city skyline view. Modern stylish interior with generous size and comfortable layout. This is a premium 5-Star city-fringe position adjoining Darling Harbour very handy to all the city has to offer.

Perfect as income investment property and available to purchase with secure long-term lease.- Oaks on-site management to maintain high occupancy and your income. Comes with complete resort facilities including 25m pool/spa/sauna/gym, 24-hour concierge plus full security throughout the building.

Unit
Strata Rates: $2,430/Q
Council & Water Rates: $351/Q
Weekly Income $720

For an inspection of this charming property contact sale office.

The building approvals for Australian residential property rose 7.4 per cent to 11,501 units in March 2012. This result compares with a 10,710 units in February, (seasonally adjusted figures). The improved building approval data was also indicative of a broad-based improvement in the sector.

Also, the sales data for this March retail spending shows, after a year of below average sales levels, has had a revival in spending and showing strong signs of improvement. For the 3 months to the March quarter, retail spending rose 1.8 per cent. The result was better than expected by many economists and, a strong sign of further recovery over the 2012 calender year. Also, according to the Australian Bureau of Statistics retail trade rose in the month to a seasonally adjusted $21.231 billion, compared with a upwardly revised $21.032 billion in February 2012.

One of the key features to the health of the Australian economy is the mining boom export. It continues to gain pace as mining companies prepare to ramp up production and a host of new infrastructure projects planed for the coming 10-year period.

Property sales activity is also expected to improve over the 2012 year. Since the recent interest rate drop there has already been noticeable increases in inquiry levels from prospective purchasers. Astute investors know to always act ‘before the crowd does’. Most long-term investor know that now is an ideal time to secure a real estate investment.

Although most economists agree, the major banks will only pass on a reduction, to a standard variable home loan, in the order of 30 – 40 basis points, it still is a positive outcome for real estate investors. Also, it is expected that the official interest, set by the Reserve Bank of Australia, will continue to be reduced further through 2012. Most analysis’s are factoring in a further 75 basis points reduction by December this year.

A key component of real estate investment is the amount of interest you are changed on your investment loan. The higher the interest rate the lower your net return. Often the amount of interest being charged can tip the balance between a winning or loosing investment. With this fresh interest rate drop, plus the expect further reductions this year it is expected that property investment, as a wealth creation method, will again be a popular option for investors.

As well as good for real estate investors, the official cash rate reductions rate are clearly meant to boost the Australian economy, business growth and growing of consumer confidence. There are many flow-on effects from the lowering of interest rates including more incentive for business to expand, more private investors borrowing and an overall boost to assurance in the Australian economy.

Complete details, including borrowing costs on attractive real estate investments are available with The Oaks Property Sales. All properties have a safe and secure rental income, tax benefits and located in prime city positions for the expected capital growth ahead. For a complete analysis on a smart real estate investment contact the sale office.

Investment Properties For Sale Sydney

There is a lot of talk about it being a buyer’s market at the moment, and that has made the idea of Sydney property investment a very attractive one for many people. It’s true that it’s a great time to buy, but you cannot simply rush in blindly and choose the first property that appeal to you, even if it’s sitting at an incredible price. Deciding on an investment property is entirely different than choosing a home that you are going to live in, and it’s a decision that should be made using sound logic rather than by letting your emotions get in the way. A property that you would love to live in does not mean that it is a great place to invest in, and there are factors that you have to take into account before investing.

Investment Property For Sale and The Area

The first thing that you have to look at is if the investment property is in an area that caters to an existing market. An example of that would be an apartment building that is situated close to a college or university, as the chances are that there will always be students looking for a place to rent. Another good idea is tolook for a more upscale apartment building close to the Sydney CBD, as you may find that many young business types like to stay in a place that is close to where they work, but is also in an area that has a lot of great amenities such as shopping or nightlife. That type of place could also be used by companies that bring in individuals to work on contract for a few months, and they need a place for them to stay.

You will also want to do a little homework to try and track down properties that are located in an area that looks to be on an upswing. That may be an older part of the city that has undergone a facelift and has suddenly become the place where everyone wants to live and play. If you can get in before theboom really hits, then you are likely to find properties that are at the lower end of the price scale, but which will really take off in value when that neighbourhood really starts to shine. This is the perfect typeof property for an investor who is in it for the long haul as opposed to one who wants to flip and make aquick buck.

The one thing that you really have to pay attention to is what will be available for tenants in thesurrounding area. You will want to make sure that there is access to public transport and other amenities, and that your location is not too far off the beaten path. One way to make sure that your investment properties Sydney displays all of the items listed above is to seek the help of a property management team that has extensive experience in the area where you might be buying apartments in Sydney.

This is a generous-sized 2-bedroom apartment: comes with secure parking space, sunny and bright Darling Harbour, solid all brick construction, separate laundry, storage plus many benefits. This apartment can be sold with a long-term tenant, or is available for owner-occupiers to use themselves—Millennium apartments has complete resort facilities including concierge, full security, Gym/Pool/Spa facilities.
This stylish apartment is located right in Sydney CBD adjoining Darling Harbour. Spacious and impressive city apartment will not last

Strata Rates: $1,574/Q
Council & Water Rates: $342/Q

Call office for complete details or to arrange an inspection.

Fantastic position right in Sydney CBD and opposite Darling Harbour – Competitively priced apartment for this location. Desirable investment and located in a premium Harbour-side position.

These apartments sell quickly so contact for complete financial and inspection details

Strata Rates: $1,391 per quarter
Council Rates: $261/quarter
Water Rates: $137/quarter
Weekly rent: $550
2011-2012 Depreciation: $6,12

Contact sales office for complete details or to arrange an inspection.

More and more people are shunning life in the suburbs in order to get in on the action of the more
exciting areas that Sydney has to offer. That includes the large number of newcomers to the city,
which is expected to be over a million in the next decade. That influx of new residents has set off a
spate of new building projects and renovations, and while some will be happy to set up home in new
neighborhoods on the outskirt of the city, there are many more that want to be where the action is,
which means that apartments are going to be in high demand.

A good real estate investor know that success greatly depends on trying to figure out which locations are set to see capital growth in the coming years, and you only have to look at Sydney to see that it is doing exactly that, with no sign of changing any time soon. The need for housing is going to explode in the coming years, and even those who want to move to the suburbs may be forced to rent while they wait for the house building boom to catch up. That all adds up to apartments becoming a great investment opportunity for someone looking to make a move in the real estate business.

The great thing about the majority of the apartment buildings that are located in those desirable areas of Sydney is that they are almost all professionally managed. That means that the building are kept in immaculate condition, and the amenities that are on offer for tenants of the building are on a par with 5-star hotels in the same neighborhood. All of that makes the job of finding renters so much easier, because who wouldn’t want to live a luxurious apartment lifestyle in a great part of the city?

Like any investment property though, you have to keep in mind that the price you set for rental cannot
exceed what is being offered in the building. It’s one thing to want to make some money, but if you over
inflate the price of your apartment, then others in the building are going to be rented out much sooner
than yours. If you are interested in buying an apartment in Sydney, then you really have to talk to the
property management team that looks after those buildings. They can give you solid advice on exactly
what you can expect to get out of your investment in both the short and long term.

Having a property management team look after your apartment is just smart business on a number
of different levels. You don’t have to worry about collecting rent or fielding telephone calls from the
renters complaining about one minor item after another. This is an especially good idea if this is your
first foray into the real estate investment world, as it’s good to have someone to hold your hand
through the entire process to make sure that you don’t take a wrong step.

Investment Properties Sydney

Any type of investment has to be looked at as a gamble, given that there is always the possibility that you could lose your money in the deal. The idea then is to make that investment as safe as possible, and when it comes to real estate that means choosing a location and a property that greatly minimizes your chance of failure. Sydney is one city that has always been considered a great place to look for an investment property as it offers an incredible deal of variety for the average real estate investor.

The city itself offers many established neighbourhoods, especially in the East Sydney and Darling Harbour areas, that offer all manner of great amenities for those that choose to live there. It’s no real surprise then that the city is experiencing a period of unprecedented growth, which is expected to continue for many years to come. That combination, as well as the fact that Sydney remains an incredibly popular tourist draw, means that there are seemingly infinite possibilities when it comes to renting real estate.

Investors can choose to target those newcomers to the city, all of whom might find that there is a bit of a real estate squeeze in place, given that so many people are choosing to make the city home. That means that many of them are going to be looking for a rental property either for the short or long term, with a definite eye on a place that is close to the CBD. There is also the possibility of marketing to younger couples who are simply looking for a smaller studio type apartment in an exciting part of the city. It may be that they just want to rent for a little while before splashing out on a new home, or are simply committed to a certain area of the city that fits into their budget.

There is also the possibility that investors can target the tourist crowd, many of whom prefer the idea of renting a great apartment rather than being forced to spend their vacation in a hotel that may be on the outskirts of the area they want to visit. A big part of becoming a successful real estate investor is understanding exactly the sort of people that you should be marketing to in the area that you choose to buy. If you can correctly identify your potential renter base, then there is less chance that your property will be sitting empty for extended periods of time.

The easiest way to ensure that you make the right decisions in that regard is to go with a property management team that has a working knowledge of the neighborhoods that capture your interest. They will know exactly which sorts of people will be searching for a rental in that area and having them take care of that side of your business can take a load of stress off.

This is a sub-penthouse style 2-bedroom apartment: comes with secure parking space. With full-length windows the most striking feature of this property is the bright and sunny aspect. Loads of features including 2 & 1/2 bathrooms, separate laundry, storage plus many other owner benefits. This apartment can be sold with a long-term tenant in place, or is available for owner-occupiers to use themselves—Maestri Towers apartments has complete resort facilities including concierge, full security, Gym/Pool/Spa facilities.
This stylish apartment is located right in Sydney CBD adjoining Darling Harbour. Spacious and impressive city apartment will not last

Strata Rates: $2,690/Q
Council & Water Rates: $342/Q

Weekly Rent: $800-$850
Call office for complete details or to arrange an inspection.

With current fixed interest rates at around 6% then the difference – the amount the property generates as a net return less the loan amount each year – often a very small amount, if any. A typical investor would pay 20% of the sale price and finance the rest: on this basis the property would be neutrally geared. The benefits to you are the property is paying for itself and growing in value over the years. There is also the associated benefits deducting all the outgoings and borrowing costs off your taxable income – check with your accountant for exact details.

A common strategy is to accumulate several of these types of investments so when it comes to retire there are solid income-producing assets to provide for you.

The 3 main ways to generate wealth is business, shares or property. Lots of people start their own business but often end up working harder than they would in a normal job, with often the only financial benefits coming when the business is eventually sold, if it’s been successful. Share trading for creating wealth has its merits however most trader have experience and eduction in this specialized field, also it requires constant monitoring. The good thing about property is that it’s easy to understand, its safe, and consistent.

Also, you should always maintain a ‘big picture’ view of your investments. Property is usually a long-term investment with of course the expected cyclic fluctuations in capital growth but, over the long-term property always increasing. Buy well at the beginning by doing your research and making sure you are buying at market value, then hang on to the property for the long-term. Once your investment is comfortably show a solid return consider your next investment.

For any details on suggested investment strategies and current investment opportunities please contact The Oaks Property Sales office for more details.

The Fast 50 for 2012 report details 50 of the most promising locations withinAustralia. Their research is based on the key factors of previous capital growth, population growth, demand for housing, income levels, employment vacancy rates, and gross rental income yields.

According to the report, this year of 2012 makes for an ideal time to buy in the Harbour-side suburb of Pyrmont. The indications are that Pyrmont properties are still offered for sale on a discount compared to other nearbySydneyregions – especially some of the already established nearby Harbour-side suburbs. The city-fringe location of Pyrmont is one the key factors in their finding with its close proximity to the Sydney CBD.

The Oaks Group has a selections of investment properties at243 Pyrmont StreetPyrmont which represent a strong investment proposition. These properties feature secure long-term tenants, excellent interior condition and many with substantial views ofDarlingHarbourand theSydneyskyline. As this in one ofAustralia’s best suburbs. For complete details on these investment opportunities contact sales office.