SEVERAL CLIENTS have been asking about how long until things start to get back to “normal”. And what changes investors need to watch for, after we emerged from lockdown.
During times of economic uncertainty, you should focus on the underlying fundamentals driving demand and investment. And these still remain strong.
In my view, you should see a stronger than expected recovery – provided various states don’t unnecessarily delay the steps needed to restart the economy. [Read more…]
EVERY COMMERCIAL PROPERTY INVESTOR can reduce their tax liabilities by claiming depreciation. When claimed correctly, depreciation deductions can transform a negative cash flow investment into a positive one.
IT’S TRUE … the economy will suffer from COVID-19. However, the adverse impact will not be felt universally. And in fact, many businesses have never been busier – working 12-hour shifts and some, even around-the-clock.
BEFORE PURCHASING a commercial investment property, you should first crunch the numbers. That’s because the property will provide an even better return, once depreciation is claimed.
Savvy investors will usually consider the potential return of the property, the surrounding commercial infrastructure, along with the vacancy rates in the immediate area. [Read more…]
YOU HAVE PROBABLY SEEN a number of other software packages out there on the market, which will encourage you to create 7 to 10-year projected cash flows.
In most cases, they have been designed by Techos and NOT by investors. And as a result, they lull you into a false sense of security. Fundamentally, there are two main reasons why I consider them to be laying a trap for even seasoned investors. [Read more…]
GETTING YOUR TAX IN ORDER can be an overwhelming task. But when you have a commercial investment property, it can seem even more complex.
We’ve compiled a list of the most commonly asked questions to highlight just how depreciation can help maximise your cash return on a commercial property. [Read more…]
IN REALITY, the Australian economy is showing solid growth in the metropolitan areas. And there is a flow-on effect into most regional cities – the only exceptions being those areas recently struck by drought and bushfires.
While not buoyant (and there may be a short-term pullback from natural disasters) … overall, the economic fundamentals look fine.
Therefore, we need to steer clear from unwittingly talking ourselves into recession. Because, as soon as confidence returns (and it will), consumers will start spending again. [Read more…]
CHOOSING WHETHER to rent or buy commercial property can often be a difficult decision. To help you make the right choice, here are some key considerations. [Read more…]
RIGHT NOW, there is really nothing that can immediately ease the pain and suffering being felt by all the bushfire victims and emergency service providers.
And yet, the process of restoration and rebuilding may bring some unexpected benefits. [Read more…]
EVERYONE NEGOTIATES … and generally, for most of the time!
You see, whether it’s at work or at home, we are all trying to persuade someone to adopt our point of view.
And therefore, I have put together what I’ve found to be the top Negotiating strategies over the past 40 years. [Read more…]
Crunch the Numbers for your Commercial property and Save
BEFORE PURCHASING a commercial investment property, make sure you crunch the numbers. The property may be more affordable if the right depreciation is claimed.
Savvy investors will usually consider the potential return of the property, surrounding commercial infrastructure along with rental vacancy rates in the immediate area.
However, investors will often fail to consider the financial benefit of claiming depreciation deductions prior to making their purchase. [Read more…]
