Should you invest your super into an internally geared ETF?  

ETF in Super

Unlike most investments, superannuation’s legal structure forces Australians to adopt a very long investment time horizon. Whether you like it or not, you generally cannot access super until age 60.  Investors should use that structural advantage where appropriate, including considering whether gearing has a role to play within their superannuation strategy.  The maths behind gearing can be compelling, particularly over multi-decade …

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Why relying on property sales data alone could be a big mistake!  

sales data

There’s more property data available to investors today than ever before, much of it free, and it can significantly improve investment decision making. Analysing how a property’s value has changed over time (i.e. its compound annual growth rate across multiple decades) and comparing it to comparable properties in close proximity, is an essential part of investment due diligence.   However, it’s equally important not to become too data driven. …

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Rentvesting vs Home Ownership: A Strategic Comparison 

rentvesting

Rentvesting has become an increasingly popular strategy for wealth creation, especially as a response to the challenges of home ownership in major Australian capital cities. This approach involves renting where you desire to live while investing in property. It has emerged as an alternative to traditional home ownership, particularly with the rising issue of housing …

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