News Articles http://www.piaa.asn.au/news PIAA :: News, Information, Resources and Rated Property Investments en-us Administrator hourly 1 http://backend.userland.com/rss <b>Financial Review Commercial Property Conference 20th March 2012</b> http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/Futqb2M4UhE/b%3E Thu, 26 Jan 2012 23:48:35 GMT PIAA is very proud to be associated with the Financial Review Commercial Property Conference to be held in Sydney on 20th March 2012.

Last year there was an excellent morning session where the key leaders in Australia's financing sectors, the major banks and superannuation funds, offered candid comments about their appetite for development risk in the Australian market. This included comments about properties in administration particularly on the Gold Coast and the financing institution's risk versus the investors' institutions risk. It attracted a highly motivated group of large, medium and small business leaders who were actively networking and participating.

Quality information for the investor

]]> PIAA is very proud to be associated with the Financial Review Commercial Property Conference to be held in Sydney on 20th March 2012. Last year there was an excellent morning session where the key leaders in Australia's financing sectors, the major banks and superannuation funds, offered candid comments about their appetite for development risk in the Australian market. This included comments about properties in administration particularly on the Gold Coast and the financing institution's risk versus the investors' institutions risk. It attracted a highly motivated group of large, medium and small business leaders who were actively networking and participating. Quality information for the investor http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/%3Cb%3EFinancial_Review_Commercial_Property_Conference_20th_March_2012%3C/b%3E http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/%3Cb%3EFinancial_Review_Commercial_Property_Conference_20th_March_2012%3C/b%3E How to Find Out the Capability of Your Property Investment Advisor http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/vWsI74_8UaY/How_to_Find_Out_the_Capability_of_Your_Property_Investment_Advisor Wed, 20 Apr 2011 01:06:11 GMT When we want to understand how capable opur property investment advisor is what do we ask them? Most of us ask how large their property investment portfolio! How many properties do they have? We are often mesmerised by the numbers quoted.

But what does this really tell us?

]]> When we want to understand how capable opur property investment advisor is what do we ask them? Most of us ask how large their property investment portfolio! How many properties do they have? We are often mesmerised by the numbers quoted. But what does this really tell us? http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/How_to_Find_Out_the_Capability_of_Your_Property_Investment_Advisor http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/How_to_Find_Out_the_Capability_of_Your_Property_Investment_Advisor Impact of the Japanese Disasters on the Australian Property Market http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/T_mPYaaEGp0/Impact_of_the_Japanese_Disasters_on_the_Australian_Property_Market Mon, 28 Mar 2011 01:27:01 GMT Japan is a major trading partner with Australia importing iron ore, coal, LNG and foods. The most recent events have had a calamitious impact on northern Honshu Island - how might this impact Australian Property Investment Markets?

 ]]> Japan is a major trading partner with Australia importing iron ore, coal, LNG and foods. The most recent events have had a calamitious impact on northern Honshu Island - how might this impact Australian Property Investment Markets? http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Impact_of_the_Japanese_Disasters_on_the_Australian_Property_Market http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Impact_of_the_Japanese_Disasters_on_the_Australian_Property_Market Financial Review Commercial Property Conference March 8th 2011 http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/4nPCikT7IVY/Financial_Review_Commercial_Property_Conference_March_8th_2011 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 00:22:15 GMT Hosted by the Editor of the Property Section of the Financial Review, this is an excellent opportunity to get up to date on the state of property economics in Australia. Whilst this conference is directed at the Commercial sector many principles are shared with residential investing.

]]> Hosted by the Editor of the Property Section of the Financial Review, this is an excellent opportunity to get up to date on the state of property economics in Australia. Whilst this conference is directed at the Commercial sector many principles are shared with residential investing. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Financial_Review_Commercial_Property_Conference_March_8th_2011 http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Financial_Review_Commercial_Property_Conference_March_8th_2011 Why Choose a PIAA qualified Property Investment Advisor http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/oMgzI_JKQ84/Why_Choose_a_PIAA_qualified_Property_Investment_Advisor Thu, 03 Feb 2011 22:31:37 GMT Many investors are bamboozled about where to go for good property investment advice as their is no yellow pages listing and a lack of Government Regulation in this area.

Instead they need to read the web or go to investment seminars, some of which are thinly disguised sales pitches and others of which are great educational events.

Most of us are stuck trying to sort out who is qualified and successful and hence we should be talking to for good advice. Most of us are about to invest for ten or twenty years and we need to get it right the first time! We can't afford to shop around in ten years time as it didn't work the way we had expected!

Learn what questions to ask your advisor to be confident you are going to be successful and meet your retirement or investment needs.

]]> Many investors are bamboozled about where to go for good property investment advice as their is no yellow pages listing and a lack of Government Regulation in this area. Instead they need to read the web or go to investment seminars, some of which are thinly disguised sales pitches and others of which are great educational events. Most of us are stuck trying to sort out who is qualified and successful and hence we should be talking to for good advice. Most of us are about to invest for ten or twenty years and we need to get it right the first time! We can't afford to shop around in ten years time as it didn't work the way we had expected! Learn what questions to ask your advisor to be confident you are going to be successful and meet your retirement or investment needs. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Why_Choose_a_PIAA_qualified_Property_Investment_Advisor http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Why_Choose_a_PIAA_qualified_Property_Investment_Advisor Focus on Dalby http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/k-YlWXO0Re0/Focus_on_Dalby Mon, 10 Jan 2011 21:42:22 GMT Dalby’s first Settler Henry Dennis could only have dreamed of the massive growth that would come after he first pitched his tent near “The Crossing”, a stone’s throw from the existing Town Weir Accompanied only by an aboriginal boy, Dennis arrived at Myall Creek in 1841. He then spent a considerable amount of time surveying the area before finally choosing land for himself at Jondaryan.

In the 170 years since, the Dalby region has revealed its diverse agricultural and mining industries and proved to be the richest energy reserve in Queensland. This has lead to an exponential demand for property in the area.

]]> Dalby’s first Settler Henry Dennis could only have dreamed of the massive growth that would come after he first pitched his tent near “The Crossing”, a stone’s throw from the existing Town Weir Accompanied only by an aboriginal boy, Dennis arrived at Myall Creek in 1841. He then spent a considerable amount of time surveying the area before finally choosing land for himself at Jondaryan. In the 170 years since, the Dalby region has revealed its diverse agricultural and mining industries and proved to be the richest energy reserve in Queensland. This has lead to an exponential demand for property in the area. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Focus_on_Dalby http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Focus_on_Dalby Mortgage Protection vs Mortgage Insurance – why it’s critical you know the difference when investing in property? http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/6Kh6KLBCtg8/Mortgage_Protection_vs_Mortgage_Insurance_%E2%80%93_why_it%E2%80%99s_critical_you_know_the_difference_when_investing_in_property%3F Tue, 19 Oct 2010 22:15:44 GMT They have similar sounding names, but don't be fooled - these two insurances are very different. Not knowing the difference could affect your plans in building a successful investment portfolio. Mortgage or lenders insurance is, as the name suggests, there to protect the lender - your bank. Whereas mortgage protection is designed to protect you, your family and your assets including your investment portfolio. Listed below are the main differences. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Mortgage_Protection_vs_Mortgage_Insurance_%E2%80%93_why_it%E2%80%99s_critical_you_know_the_difference_when_investing_in_property%3F http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Mortgage_Protection_vs_Mortgage_Insurance_%E2%80%93_why_it%E2%80%99s_critical_you_know_the_difference_when_investing_in_property%3F PIAA – Capital and Finance Strategic Partnership http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/yric5hJHX40/PIAA_%E2%80%93_Capital_and_Finance_Strategic_Partnership Wed, 06 Oct 2010 05:22:36 GMT PIAA’s strategic relationship with Forrester Cohen is proving to be highly successful for property investors. The unique IRESTS software platform provides investors, property agents, mortgage brokers, financial planners and accountants access to a wide range of investment property all carrying the PIAA Audit results.

Today PIAA announced a further strategic alliance with Capital and Finance Pty Ltd, holder of an Australian Financial Services License No. 269868. Capital and Finance are experts in the Investment Property market and are available to assist PIAA members with advice in specialist areas of Wealth Creation and Wealth Protection.

]]> PIAA’s strategic relationship with Forrester Cohen is proving to be highly successful for property investors. The unique IRESTS software platform provides investors, property agents, mortgage brokers, financial planners and accountants access to a wide range of investment property all carrying the PIAA Audit results. Today PIAA announced a further strategic alliance with Capital and Finance Pty Ltd, holder of an Australian Financial Services License No. 269868. Capital and Finance are experts in the Investment Property market and are available to assist PIAA members with advice in specialist areas of Wealth Creation and Wealth Protection. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/PIAA_%E2%80%93_Capital_and_Finance_Strategic_Partnership http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/PIAA_%E2%80%93_Capital_and_Finance_Strategic_Partnership PIAA creates Regulatory Committee to Spearhead Drivers for Regulation During Election Campaign http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/FJDninYoPPM/PIAA_creates_Regulatory_Committee_to_Spearhead_Drivers_for_Regulation_During_Election_Campaign Tue, 03 Aug 2010 05:44:00 GMT

]]> PIAA has announced today it will create a Regulatory Committee of industry professionals to target political leaders on the issues facing investors in an unregulated environment. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/PIAA_creates_Regulatory_Committee_to_Spearhead_Drivers_for_Regulation_During_Election_Campaign http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/PIAA_creates_Regulatory_Committee_to_Spearhead_Drivers_for_Regulation_During_Election_Campaign Is the Age Old Battle between Property & Superannuation finally over http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/lNNNCkMB9Lo/Is_the_Age_Old_Battle_between_Property_%26_Superannuation_finally_over Mon, 24 May 2010 03:33:53 GMT


Since time immemorial it has been argued by numerous opponents as to whether the benefits of investing in property outweigh the tax concessional environment of superannuation.
From a cynic’s point of view, one could say that the opponents opinion’s debate varied considerably depending on their own bias. And this bias seems to be greatly influenced by the advisor’s commission structure.
Funnily enough, analysis provided by financial advisors proved, without a doubt, that superannuation and shares are the way to go whereas just as convincing arguments, raised by property spruikers, real estate agents and mortgage brokers, suggested that property was by far the superior investment.
Who should you believe? ]]> Why is there a war? Since time immemorial it has been argued by numerous opponents as to whether the benefits of investing in property outweigh the tax concessional environment of superannuation. From a cynic’s point of view, one could say that the opponents opinion’s debate varied considerably depending on their own bias. And this bias seems to be greatly influenced by the advisor’s commission structure. Funnily enough, analysis provided by financial advisors proved, without a doubt, that superannuation and shares are the way to go whereas just as convincing arguments, raised by property spruikers, real estate agents and mortgage brokers, suggested that property was by far the superior investment. Who should you believe? http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Is_the_Age_Old_Battle_between_Property_%26_Superannuation_finally_over http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Is_the_Age_Old_Battle_between_Property_%26_Superannuation_finally_over Discover how to build a property portfolio the right way, right from the start http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/a44UQUdFr4s/Discover_how_to_build_a_property_portfolio_the_right_way%2C_right_from_the_start Mon, 24 May 2010 02:39:24 GMT

“Stop Wondering what is the Right Investment Strategy for You and Discover How to Build a Property Portfolio the Right Way – Right from the Start”


“This FREE report will reveal the 7 Elements to Building a Property Portfolio so that You can Reach Your Financial Goals Sooner”


Dear Investor,


Would you like to invest in property but are unsure of the right strategy for your needs? Are you confused by the overwhelming amount of investment information, financial products and advice available? Do you worry that the wrong advice could seriously affect your property investing success?


If you have answered “yes” to any of these questions then you need to read this FREE report –

“How to Build a Property Portfolio the Right Way – Right from the Start”

This FREE report will reveal to you the 7 basic elements you need to have in place to ensure your success in property investment. You’ll find out how to avoid the simple but crucial mistake many property investors make, one that could end up costing you thousands of dollars. You’ll discover the best ways to maximise your tax deductions (the ATO will wish you didn’t know this), the best methods to finance your investment and the most effective strategy for your unique situation.

If you want to learn the secrets that the most successful investors know and try to keep to themselves then report each chapter of this report.

Yours Sincerely, Catherine Smith ]]> “This FREE report will reveal the 7 elements to building a successful property portfolio so that you can reach your financial goals sooner” “Stop Wondering what is the Right Investment Strategy for You and Discover How to Build a Property Portfolio the Right Way – Right from the Start” “This FREE report will reveal the 7 Elements to Building a Property Portfolio so that You can Reach Your Financial Goals Sooner” Dear Investor, Would you like to invest in property but are unsure of the right strategy for your needs? Are you confused by the overwhelming amount of investment information, financial products and advice available? Do you worry that the wrong advice could seriously affect your property investing success? If you have answered “yes” to any of these questions then you need to read this FREE report – “How to Build a Property Portfolio the Right Way – Right from the Start” This FREE report will reveal to you the 7 basic elements you need to have in place to ensure your success in property investment. You’ll find out how to avoid the simple but crucial mistake many property investors make, one that could end up costing you thousands of dollars. You’ll discover the best ways to maximise your tax deductions (the ATO will wish you didn’t know this), the best methods to finance your investment and the most effective strategy for your unique situation. If you want to learn the secrets that the most successful investors know and try to keep to themselves then report each chapter of this report. Yours Sincerely, Catherine Smith http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Discover_how_to_build_a_property_portfolio_the_right_way%2C_right_from_the_start http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Discover_how_to_build_a_property_portfolio_the_right_way%2C_right_from_the_start LEASE MONITOR – DIY Online Property Management http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/wB2fVtNoiRI/LEASE_MONITOR_%E2%80%93_DIY_Online_Property_Management Wed, 21 Apr 2010 03:44:37 GMT Offer of 50% off for PIAA Subscribers - Lease Monitor is a secure real estate subscription service that performs all alerts and produces all documents needed to manage commercial leases. ]]> Offer of 50% off for PIAA Subscribers - Lease Monitor is a secure real estate subscription service that performs all alerts and produces all documents needed to manage commercial leases. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/LEASE_MONITOR_%E2%80%93_DIY_Online_Property_Management http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/LEASE_MONITOR_%E2%80%93_DIY_Online_Property_Management How to Select an Investment Property in Australia http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/Pl_spzAE0gg/How_to_Select_an_Investment_Property_in_Australia Sun, 07 Feb 2010 07:33:20 GMT Are you thinking about purchasing an investment property in Australia? The process can sometimes be an overwhelming one, with a lot of different things to consider to ensure you make a good investment. This article examines a few questions to ask yourself when evaluating a potential property purchase.

]]> Are you thinking about purchasing an investment property in Australia? The process can sometimes be an overwhelming one, with a lot of different things to consider to ensure you make a good investment. This article examines a few questions to ask yourself when evaluating a potential property purchase. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/How_to_Select_an_Investment_Property_in_Australia http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/How_to_Select_an_Investment_Property_in_Australia We are Going LIVE with Investor Education http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/I-AybqqQ6oA/We_are_Going_LIVE_with_Investor_Education Wed, 06 Jan 2010 20:17:31 GMT

]]> PIAA: Welcome to the second of a series of evenings presented by PIAA to introduce its Property Investment Education for Investors. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/We_are_Going_LIVE_with_Investor_Education http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/We_are_Going_LIVE_with_Investor_Education We are going live with Investor Education! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/VSmIx2bZsE4/We_are_going_live_with_Investor_Education%21 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 04:01:23 GMT

]]> Welcome to the first of a series of evenings presented by PIAA to introduce its Property Investment Education for Investors. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/We_are_going_live_with_Investor_Education%21 http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/We_are_going_live_with_Investor_Education%21 Strategies for borrowing with super http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/29HcCvU27UU/Strategies_for_borrowing_with_super Sat, 17 Oct 2009 23:36:27 GMT Borrowing in a super fund to invest in property is one of the hottest investment strategies ever introduced in Australia. In this article Grant Abbott, Australia's leading SMSF author and presented details his Top 8 SMSF borrowing strategies. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Strategies_for_borrowing_with_super http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Strategies_for_borrowing_with_super Depreciating Commecial Property http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/WRf6XKnoqgk/Depreciating_Commecial_Property Tue, 22 Sep 2009 05:34:42 GMT Are you thinking of buying commercial or industrial property? You need to understand the tax depreciation allowances that are available to you as a commercial property investor. There are some major differences from the allowances on residential property and it can mean substantial savings for you. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Depreciating_Commecial_Property http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Depreciating_Commecial_Property Renovating - Cash in on the residual value allowance http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/bG7fhGuCt1Y/Renovating_-__Cash_in_on_the_residual_value_allowance Tue, 28 Jul 2009 00:04:03 GMT Property investors are missing out on thousands of dollars in legitimate tax deductions because they are not claiming the residual value write off on items before they renovate. This article explains what the residual value write off is and how investors can maximise their savings. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Renovating_-__Cash_in_on_the_residual_value_allowance http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Renovating_-__Cash_in_on_the_residual_value_allowance First Home Owners - How to have your cake and eat it too! http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/bkiOuLPMfbo/First_Home_Owners_-_How_to_have_your_cake_and_eat_it_too%21 Thu, 18 Jun 2009 05:43:15 GMT Are you are first home owner? This article provides information to first home owners who want to take advantage of the Australian Government's first home owner's grant but then plan to rent out the property after 12 months or more. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/First_Home_Owners_-_How_to_have_your_cake_and_eat_it_too%21 http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/First_Home_Owners_-_How_to_have_your_cake_and_eat_it_too%21 Lease Terminations and Transfers - Tips for Landlords and Tenants http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/propertinfo/~3/UQKSjKaUh8g/Lease_Terminations_and_Transfers_-_Tips_for_Landlords_and_Tenants Thu, 18 Jun 2009 03:20:08 GMT

]]> The global market downturn has increased the vacancy rates of commercial and industrial property around Australia. With lease transfers and terminations now a common reality, there are a number of key tactics landlords and tenants should employ to reduce risk and manage costs. http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Lease_Terminations_and_Transfers_-_Tips_for_Landlords_and_Tenants http://www.piaa.asn.au/index.php/news/Lease_Terminations_and_Transfers_-_Tips_for_Landlords_and_Tenants