All property investors must consider tax deductions. Australia has clear rules in place. The Australian Taxation Office (ATO) outlines the basics, but here’s what you really need to know. There’s one key question to ask yourself when you buy an investment property. What can I claim? It’s a simple question, but one that doesn’t have […]

Having a plan is one of the real estate investment basics. You have a choice between creating a rental property investment strategy and investing for growth. Here are the pros and cons of the latter. You have a few choices to make when investing in rental property. For beginners, the main one lies in deciding […]

With the recent announcement that Brisbane has won the right to host the 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games, many property investors may wonder if they will find themselves on the winners’ podium if they buy in this city. Should you rush in and buy, with the idea of capitalising on future growth? The simple answer […]

Are world property prices around the globe rising or falling since COVID-19? A FALL in property prices around Australia – and indeed the world – was expected by many due to COVID-19, but the doomsday predictions haven’t come to fruition. There have been some falls, but in many cases, prices are actually rising, and in […]

When it comes to deciding what to do with your hard earned savings, the choice between investment opportunities can be difficult. There are a number of factors that might convince a potential investor to invest in one opportunity over another.  In particular, property as an investment is something that has been extremely profitable for a […]

With so many varying forecasts about the future direction of the property market, I thought I would ask Paul Clitheroe of Money Magazine fame for his view. Here’s his response below: Hi Tyron, It is indeed an unusual time. Hope you and family are well. My view is pretty common sense, in short form below: […]

Could property fall by 40%? AS during any crisis – and even in the absence of one – the doomsayers come out in the property market. And COVID-19 is no different. Following the pandemic we’ve seen numerous predictions about Australian property prices, including that they could fall by up to 40%. Will it come true? […]

Is the office as we know it dead? MUCH has been said about the future of workplaces since COVID-19 forced some major changes to office life as we know it,  kicking flexible work practices into gear. At this stage, no one really knows how offices will look in the future as uncertainty still abounds, but […]

Request a quote today to find out if you can achieve the maximum depreciation deductions without the need for a property inspection. Request A Quote   1300 990 612 The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to reflect on “industry norms” and the way they operate. We are no exception. At Washington Brown we believe […]

Client Name and Unit Number have been altered for privacy. Matt came to Washington Brown looking to maximise his tax depreciation deductions. Having recently moved to Australia from the UK, Matt rented out the family home in England when they left. The house was originally built in 2005 and was purchased for £400,000 in 2010. […]