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			<copyright>Australian Property Investor 2006</copyright>
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		<title>How to maintain a tenant and improve your rental return</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/how-to-maintain-a-tenant-and-improve-your-rental-return</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ We all want a great tenant and the rent on our investment property to go through the roof. Both can be hard to find and in terms of rent, even harder to keep increasing. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 20 Sep 2011 12:04:55 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>How do household formation rates affect property?</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/how-do-household-formation-rates-affect-property</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ The biggest driver of demand for residential property is the household formation rate, according to Property Planning Australia (PPA). ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 27 Jul 2011 15:31:09 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>Don’t forget to claim depreciation</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ There's nothing more exciting than buying your first investment property and getting that first slip from your property manager to show your rent coming in. 
However, rental income is just the start. Around tax time, there are even more ways to help you pay off your investment – and one of those is by getting a property depreciation schedule that you can claim on tax. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 19 May 2011 13:06:10 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>Now the time for first property investment?</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ For those who purchased their first home in recent years, it could be a case of 'no better time than now' to consider taking their first steps into property investment. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 31 Mar 2011 14:16:22 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Much to consider in property partnership</title>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Those who are keen to get on the first rung of the property ownership ladder but don't have the deposit and/or income behind them to do it on their own might consider 'buying in partnership'. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 24 Mar 2011 20:54:06 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Tips to keep tenants happy and add value to your property</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/tips-to-keep-tenants-happy-and-add-value-to-your-property</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ We've heard about adding value to an investment property, but have you ever considered a cool and cheap way to do it? Air conditioning is relatively cheap and will keep the tenants happy. It will also add a bit of value to your investment property. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 22 Mar 2011 10:03:35 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>First homebuyers: the new old rules for buying property</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/first-homebuyers-the-new-old-rules-for-buying-property</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Buying your first home may not be as easy as it used to be, but it's definitely achievable, according to Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:35:27 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Tips to keep good tenants and secure a longer lease</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/tips-to-keep-good-tenants-and-secure-a-longer-lease</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ As many strategically timed leases are up for renewal this month in what is typically a hot rental market nationally, landlords can afford to be a little fussier but the dream long-term tenant can still be hard to find, according to Damian Collins of Perth-based Momentum Wealth. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 06 Jan 2011 10:23:05 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Top 5 most expensive repairs in housing</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/top-5-most-expensive-repairs-in-housing</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Investors looking to buy a bargain might think they’re saving money by avoiding a building and pest inspection, but the exact opposite is often the case. Archicentre, the property and building services division of the Australian Institute of Architects, says 80 per cent of property transactions don’t have an inspection for structural or termite problems. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Nov 2010 12:44:17 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Crucial tips when considering a unit investment</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/crucial-tips-when-considering-a-unit-investment</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ As infill and high-density apartment living rapidly appear on city landscapes across the nation it’s important to know what to consider when buying one as an investment, according to a Western Australian multi-unit builder. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2010 15:56:47 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Top tips for making a property purchase less scary</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/top-tips-for-making-a-property-purchase-less-scary</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ While first time property buyers are often spooked by the long-term financial obligation of a mortgage, fearing that it may reign in their way of life, Mortgage Choice spokeswoman Kristy Sheppard explains that it doesn’t have to put an end to all of life’s luxuries. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 04 Nov 2010 11:57:41 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>8 ways to avoid tenants being behind in rent</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/8-ways-to-avoid-tenants-being-behind-in-rent</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ High rent arrears rates and maintenance costs can be easily avoided with eight handy tips, according to Michelle Williams of Launceston-based @Home Property Management Solutions. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 07 Oct 2010 12:39:09 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Nail down every detail when buying off-the-plan apartments</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/nail-down-every-detail-when-buying-off-the-plan-apartments</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ As off-the-plan apartment purchases increase in popularity, buyers should nail down every detail prior to signing a contract, according to Archicentre Queensland manager Ian Agnew.  ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 07 Sep 2010 14:22:57 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>Top tips to trim mortgages</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/top-tips-to-trim-mortgages</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ There are easy ways to save money on home mortgages, according to Yellow Brick Road Wealth Management.  ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:42:14 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>How to raise value through energy efficiency</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/how-to-raise-value-through-energy-efficiency</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Increasing the energy efficiency star rating of a house by one star has increased its value by three per cent in the Australian Capital Territory, according to a recent study. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 05 Aug 2010 17:32:04 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>How to take the stress out of your mortgage </title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/how-to-take-the-stress-out-of-your-mortgage</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ How can borrowers at risk of mortgage stress reverse the trend, save money and own the property more quickly? ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 28 Jul 2010 12:50:38 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>ASIC’s four tips to survive interest rate rises</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/asics-four-tips-to-survive-interest-rate-rises</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Following the recent interest rate rise, learning to manage repayments is essential, according to the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Fri, 07 May 2010 12:10:28 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>5 tips for financing a property</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/5-tips-for-financing-a-property</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Financing an investment property shouldn't be treated as a 'one size fits all' approach but instead as a tailored approach determined by the individual's end goals, according to Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers managing director Chris Acret. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 06 Apr 2010 15:44:38 +1000</pubDate>
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		<title>Tips for more efficient water and energy use</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/tips-for-more-efficient-water-and-energy-use</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Simple measures around the home can help to prevent climate change, according to Archicentre Queensland spokesman Angus Kell. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Sat, 13 Mar 2010 16:51:34 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Mortgage tips to cut costs</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/mortgage-tips-to-cut-costs</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ A mortgagee's circumstances can change, so it's important to regularly review your home loan structure to maximise cost savings, according to Commonwealth Bank Mortgage Wealth general manager James Sheffield. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 10 Mar 2010 11:48:56 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Low maintenance wins out with gardens</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/low-maintenance-wins-out-with-gardens</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Property buyers are becoming more open to different approaches to keeping a garden in good shape due to changing weather conditions and water restrictions, according to South Australian real estate firm Anreps. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 25 Feb 2010 07:56:12 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Whatever you call them, exit fees sting</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/whatever-you-call-them-exit-fees-sting</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Homeowners and investors refinancing their loans need to understand the exit costs associated with changing a loan or lender, according to Smartline Personal Mortgage Advisers. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:11:14 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>Consolidating your debt could ease financial pain</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/consolidating-your-debt-could-ease-financial-pain</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Refinancing might seem like too much trouble but it can be beneficial for homeowners, according to a mortgage broker. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:01:43 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>The tips and traps of preparing to buy</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/the-tips-and-traps-of-preparing-to-buy</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ The property pendulum is on the upswing, according to Property Pursuit managing director Meighan Hetherington, and to get in on this fast moving market buyers need to be better prepared. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Wed, 06 Jan 2010 12:20:30 +1100</pubDate>
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		<title>How to spot structural and pest problems</title>
		<link>http://www.apimagazine.com.au/api-online/property-investor-tips/how-to-spot-structural-and-pest-problems</link>
		<description><![CDATA[ Paul Bloomer from Coastal Home and Building Inspections on the Sunshine Coast has provided a detailed rundown of some of the factors homeowners and investors should be aware of when they're conducting a building and pest inspection prior to purchase. ]]></description>
		<pubDate>Thu, 10 Dec 2009 18:24:26 +1100</pubDate>
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