CFSM Properties The Real Estate Specialists

Property is Australia's largest asset class worth approximately $3 trillion dollars. Any successful property investor will tell you the importance of market research which ensures you make the best return on your investment.

Financial independence is not a matter of hard work or good luck, it is achieved through the systematic application of a sound, goal oriented, financial strategy.

Our plan for you is, to retire wealthy through prudent wise investments.

Put simply, it's all about planning your financial future, "If you fail to plan, you plan to fail".

Property is a proven way to create wealth at a lower risk than buying shares which may be at threat in a volatile market. There is a lower return in purchasing property but potential high returns are forsaken for less risk and a stable return from property with a long term investment strategy.

Here are six reasons why you should buy an investment property now and start building your investment portfolio.

Here are six reasons why you should buy an investment property now and start building an investment portfolio.

1. Capital Growth

Capital growth is the increase in the value of your property over time and is one of the main reasons why people invest in real estate. Your best chance of achieving capital growth is to have a long term investment strategy and purchase in the best locations.

2. Rental Income and Yield

Whether you buy a property in the inner city, the western suburbs of Melbourne or regional Victoria, the property should be in close proximity to public transport, main highways, hospitals, shops, cafes and restaurants in a desirable area for potential tenants. The greater the demand for your property, the higher the rent you can charge.

3. Taxation Benefits

A number of deductions can be claimed on your tax return, such as interest paid on the loan, repairs and maintenance, rates and taxes, insurance, agent's fees and buildings depreciation. Depreciation schedules where possible are provided for each of our investment properties.

4. Affordability of Property Investments

Buying an investment property to rent out can be a good way to accumulate funds. Alternatively, you may choose to rent in a more desirable and expensive locationand buy an investment property in an area that you can afford.

5. Greater Degree of Control

Property investinggives you a greater degree of control than being at the mercy of a volatile share market that can plummet dramaitically overnight. With proper planning and research, you can buy a piece of "the Australian Dream" without it becoming a nightmare.

6. Understanding the Property Investment Market

Victoria is the smallest mainland state but it currently has the highest population growth, Victoria's population is estimated to grow to 6 million by 2025 according to the Beyond Five million population report. The majority of Victoria's population resides in the state capital, Melbourne.

Melbourne always ranks highly as one of the world's most livable cities in the Economist Intelligence Unit's livability poll with it's cafe culture, restaurants, sporting and cultural events and nightlife. Historically, the best performing properties in terms of capital growth have aways been within 10 to 20km of Melbourne which is the business hub for the region.