7 Ways AI Will Impact Commercial Property Investing

AI IS POISED TO HAVE a significant impact on Commercial property investing by revolutionising various aspects of the industry. 

Here are 7 ways in which AI is expected to affect commercial property investing: [Read more…]

Sustainability in Commercial Buildings

“SUSTAINABILITY” IS NO LONGER a buzzword, but a vital element of any responsible business practice. 

In this article, we’ll discuss how businesses and owners of commercial buildings can improve their sustainability and use depreciation deductions to help recoup costs.  [Read more…]

Commercial Property and the Likely Impact of the Budget

CONCERN OVER HIGH INFLATION is what is causing the RBA to continue raising interest rates.

So the real question is … will the latest Budget be responsible for adding to inflationary pressures?

Anyway, let’s quickly pick apart the critical issues of the latest Budget – as far as they relate to Commercial property. [Read more…]

Do You Have a Checklist for Your Commercial Property Purchases?

HERE ARE 8 key items which should be on every Commercial property investor’s Checklist.

1. What is the Best Structure?

Between signing the contract and the settlement date, you should always decide precisely what your future intentions are.

Because this will determine the most appropriate vehicle for ongoing ownership.

Is it best to be held in personal names, joint names, a trust or a company?  [Read more…]

Immigration Could Kickstart Australia’s Growth Again

AUSTRALIA HAS ALWAYS BOASTED a solid immigration rate – to the point, where about 30% of our population has actually been born outside the country.

During the pandemic, immigration numbers fell dramatically. As a result, vital skills shortages emerged among building & construction, hospitality and rural workers.

Over the years, the best-performing countries (where Australia stands out) were generally resource-rich, new-world countries with strong population growth and a good record with corporate governance. [Read more…]

7 Steps to Help You Succeed With Commercial Property

PURCHASING COMMERCIAL PROPERTY can be one of the most profitable investments you will make. However, there are a few steps you need to follow to help ensure your success.

1. Do your homework 

Understand the local property market and the specific property type you’re interested in. Look at things like rental rates, vacancy levels and the physical condition of the property. [Read more…]

Commercial Property Going Forward in 2023

WITH A CLEARER OUTLOOK for interest rates, Commercial property is expected to bounce back in 2023. Particularly, with several pundits suggesting the RBA could well start to ease rates again later this year.

Understanding the facts

There will be some investors, who may initially take a cautious approach. [Read more…]

Boosting Your Commercial Investment Cash Flow?

RENOVATING COMMERCIAL PROPERTY has many drawcards such as increasing value and functionality, plus attracting new tenants.

However, commercial property owners and tenants can literally be throwing away cash when they are renovating. [Read more…]

5 Handy Negotiating Tips When Looking to Buy Commercial Property

IT ALWAYS AMAZES me how little importance investors place upon the skills required to put a great property deal together.

They will spend loads of time researching the market and arranging finance. But will too often get emotionally involved, and want to conclude each Negotiation as soon as possible. [Read more…]

5 Tips to Maximise Your Tax Benefits With Commercial Property

TAX TIME FOR COMMERCIAL property investors can often be complex with many factors to consider, including property depreciation. 

To help you get the most out of your commercial property, here are 5 tax tips on depreciation from BMT Tax Depreciation. [Read more…]

Attracting Staff Members Back into The Office

ATTRACTING GOOD TALENT is proving to be a real issue for many businesses, with unemployment at a near 50-year low. Plus, one of the major challenges right now is how to actually lure staff back to the office.  [Read more…]