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The perils of going guarantor

- November 29, 2019 3 MIN READ

I met a bloke this week who is in an ongoing dispute with one of the big banks over guarantees against a series of property investments he did with a business partner. Basically he and the business partner borrowed millions to build a property investment portfolio. The business partner then skipped out and the bank… Read more »

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5 quick ways to rebuild your emergency fund

- November 27, 2019 < 1 MIN READ

New data shows half of us are regularly tapping into our emergency savings for non-essential expenses like holidays or nights out.  If that’s you… it’s time to put the brakes on and start refilling the coffers. Here are five ways to rebuild your emergency fund: 1. Use unexpected windfalls Have a plan to make sure it… Read more »

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The future of property prices

- November 15, 2019 2 MIN READ

You’ve heard me before refer to Louis Christopher from SQM Research. I’ve known him for a long time and really respect his forecasts when it comes to property. He’s sort of my go-to-guy on property. This week he released his Christopher’s Housing Boom And Bust Report 2020 and it is fascinating reading on where property… Read more »

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Top 7 places to retire in Australia

- November 15, 2019 2 MIN READ

Even if it’s still years away, most of us at one time or another, indulge in a little daydreaming about where we’d like to retire. When we finally come to retirement age, we want to relocate to a magical location that combines perfect weather, good living and happy days.  Research group RiskWise Property has come… Read more »