Avoid The Dream Becoming A Nightmare…

Finding "The Dream Tenant"

The “dream tenant”…. is there actually such a thing and more importantly, how do you, or your property manager find them?

As a child or as a parent, you’re probably familiar with the story of Chicken Little who catastrophised a falling acorn into “The Sky Is Falling!”. As a father of five, I’ve done my fair share of reading this story aloud and I can’t help but see a lot of parallels with the current negative media hype.

Cash is tangible and having ready access to it is especially reassuring during uncertain times, much like we are all experiencing now.

You may be tempted to resort to a survivalist instinct which will see you hiding your cash under the mattress, burying it in the backyard or hiding it wherever else you deem “safe”, but remember too, safety comes at a cost.

We certainly live in interesting & turbulent times.

You only need to look at the headlines each day to realise things change quickly and frequently and this can test the resolve of even the most steadfast investors.

I’ve long thought that discontent has copped a bad rap. In an age where we are financially, medically, technologically and educationally more advanced than any other time in history, we’re meant to be celebrating our good fortune, our blessings and abundance. How could we possibly be discontent? Is it selfish or greedy to want more?

How you manage, spend and invest your money can have a profound impact on your life.

If you are a homeowner, there will come a time when you need to decide whether to pay off your current loan or invest in another property.

Generally speaking, there are two types of investors: passive investors and active investors.

What are your feelings around debt?

Many investors start out with the best of intentions and great enthusiasm but don’t manage to get past the stage of adding just one or two investment properties to their portfolio.