Insider Tips to Help You Discover How to Succeed with Commercial Property
LAST WEEK, I covered the reasons why it can be very difficult for asset-rich investors (who are no longer working or have scaled down their working) to get a loan.
Thankfully to date, the NCCP regulations do not apply to loans acquired for a commercial and business use.
Therefore, you have more options for investing using commercial borrowing, then you do for residential borrowing. The following tips will help you maintain your eligibility to borrow for longer, after stopping work. [Read more…]
YOU’VE WORKED HARD your whole life; and had a successful career. You have used your money wisely, and your investments have been mostly successful.
As a result you have built up a solid asset base with a number of properties, which are positively geared and provide you with reliable rental income.
It is now time to enjoy life, scale down your workload, travel and do the things you always wanted to do.
You stumble upon the perfect Commercial property opportunity that will provide you with enough rental income to have the lifestyle that you want. [Read more…]
IN PART 1, we gave you some advice if you are deciding whether or not to fix your loan.
Today, we continue where we left of with three guidelines to help you avoid a few more common pitfalls when it comes to fixing a loan. [Read more…]
INTEREST RATES REMAIN at historically low levels. And the competition for business between banks and non-bank lenders is fierce.
As a result, you can find some very attractive fixed rate options in the market at the moment.
However, if you are considering fixing an existing loan or taking out a new fixed loan, you must understand some fundamental rules that govern these loans.
The following guidelines will help you structure your fixed loans to provide the most benefits for both your residential and commercial investments. [Read more…]
IN MY LAST ARTICLE, you read about the various securities lenders can take over your property, in addition to mortgages.
This article will highlight various options for improving your security position when borrowing as a means of maximising your asset protection. [Read more…]
IN THE LAST article, you read about two different types of security that lenders can take other than the mortgage. They were “Fixed and Floating Charges” and “Personal Guarantees”.
However, there are a few other forms of security that you should be aware of before entering into any agreements. Read on to find out more. [Read more…]
WHEN YOU TAKE out a property secured loan, you understand that a lender will register a mortgage against the property that is being secured.
However, typically, when you read through actual loan agreements, the mortgage is just one part of the security that is taken.
In this article, we will be looking at some of the other types of security that lenders will typically request when applying for a loan. [Read more…]
DEBT RECYCLING INVOLVES converting bad debt into good debt. In other words, converting debt you cannot claim as a tax deduction into debt that you can.
This can be a little complicated to explain so take a look at a couple of practical examples. [Read more…]
LIKE MOST COMMERCIAL PROPERTY investors … you are mainly concerned with obtaining the best rates and terms possible, when it comes to funding options.
As a general rule, you will find these with the major and second tier banks — their cheap cost of funds are able to on-lend at often attractive terms. And in the current environment of high competition for business and low interest rates, the bigger lenders are a good place to start. [Read more…]
COMMERCIAL PROPERTY FINANCE rates and fees are much more fluid than those associated with residential loans.
To get the best deal, you should know what the banks look for and consider the other factors that go into pricing for commercial loans. The following ways may assist you in securing better pricing for your commercial loan. [Read more…]
RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY INVESTORS commonly release equity in their homes in order to invest in other property. But can you do the same with your Commercial property?
It is possible for you to utilise the equity in Commercial property … but it is a bit more difficult and complex than with residential property.
Banks are more risk-averse to Commercial property funding than they are to the residential market. And they will want to have some measure of control over the use of funds — before releasing cash to you. [Read more…]
WHETHER YOU ARE an investor or an owner-occupier, there are important factors to consider when purchasing a commercial property.
In a previous article, I mentioned a helpful App to assist in shortlisting potential properties.
INDUSTRIAL ESTATES are often strong investments due to their versatility and spaciousness, making them ideal for accommodating diverse industries and businesses.
Not only are industrial properties lucrative investments, but they also generate significant depreciation deductions.
Even seemingly ‘empty’ properties hold valuable deductions – which is why this article delves into industrial estates and highlights hidden deductions.
SO, YOU HAVE decided to take the plunge into Commercial property investing. Smart move! But where do you start?
Well, as any serious investor will tell you, having a team of trusted experts by your side is essential for success. These are the people who will guide you and help you navigate the complex world of property investment.
AS THE COMMERCIAL LANDSCAPE is constantly changing, it’s essential for businesses to remain up-to-date with the latest policy developments that may impact their financial strategies.
On 30 June 2030, temporary full expensing ended. Consequently, the Small Business Energy Incentive was introduced and the Instant Asset Write-Off was temporarily extended to a lower level.
FOR WHAT IT’S WORTH … my view is that there is growing evidence to suggest inflation will not be as sticky as many pundits would have you believe.
Despite a recent surge in residential rentals, Australia’s inflation seems to have reached its peak and is expected to rapidly recede.
And that’s evidenced by the June figures just out, showing that inflation has fallen from 7% to 6% per annum, over the last quarter.
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.
“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.
