Seven Sharp show how we're doing things differently. Property investing - limitations of the mentor-student model If you're like us and cringe every time you hear the words property investors or property developers as if they're at the very bottom of the ocean, then you're off to a great start.

What’s the one thing EVERY successful property investor has in common? They do it with the HELP of other people. In fact, your network determines your net worth. You’re a product of the 5 people you spend the most time with. So look around… who are you spending your time.

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The most cost effective way to give you house lighter, brighter, fresher, more modern, cleaner and more appealing is to use paint! Drop in to your local paint shop and ask what's on trend. Take in some photos and speak with a colour consultant. Be very selective about making statements.

Right around now many home owners are receiving their updated ratings valuation from the local council and often feel quite delighted because their home is 'officially' worth more! But how accurate are these valuations? The first thing to be aware of is that a rating valuation is a mass appraisal of.

How many times do you drive down a road feeling slightly frustrated as you look through squinting eyes trying to find the address you're looking for? Make it easy for buyers - invest in some big street numbers! First impressions count, so its important to put some time and effort.

This landlord was ordered to repay $10,960.44 of rent to his tenant because of un-permitted work that had been carried out on the property by the previous owner, that technically meant the tenancy agreement was unlawful. It seems the law is not on his side despite going through a process.

Getting out to look at property is part of the research before buying. It may be that you intend buying a property as a hold, or it may be that you going to buy, renovate and sell. Therefore, the big questions are "How do you add value?" and "How much.