THE BUDGET RENO: SPI reveals where and how to spend your cash
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INSIDE MARCH 2012
FEATURES
FAST GROWTH – THE LOCAL ECONOMIES SET TO BOOM
We look at how to spot an emerging local economy and also reveal some key locations already experiencing growth
CAPITAL CITY REPORT: BRISBANE
Understanding property cycles offers huge advantages for investors. We take a closer look at the Brisbane property market and uncover a City that’s ripe for picking
THE GOLD COAST DEBATE: WILL THE MARKET RECOVER IN 2012?
The Gold Coast has experienced some significant up’s and down’s over a number years. So when will property prices recover?
HOW TO PROFIT FROM THE STUDENT HOUSING SECTOR
Over 300,000 overseas students come to Australia each year, all needing a place to live. We look at the numbers and how investors can cash in on the education boom?
THE BUDGET RENO – WHERE TO SPEND YOUR CASH
It’s not how much you spend but how you spend it. We reveal the best ways to renovate on a budget and still ensure maximum returns
YOUR GUIDE TO GRANTS, SUPPORT SCHEMES & CONCESSIONS
First time investors can benefit from a host of government handouts, we look at what’s currently on offer and who’s eligible
PROFILE
MR MILLIONAIRE
From a modest childhood in Sydney’s western suburbs to ownership of a multi-million dollar property portfolio, we catch up with Stephen Tolle
REGULARS
NEWS
The latest general news and updates for property buyers and investors
PROJECTS
New homes and property development news
FINANCING
Updates and what’s new in the finance sector
FIRST TIME
The latest news and trends for Australia’s first time investors
WHAT THE?
Offbeat property and finance tales from around the world
VOX POPS
Is achieving positive cash flow more important than high capital gains?
STATE REPORT
A closer look inside each state’s property market
SPOTLIGHT
Greater Western Sydney has cheap prices and high yields making it a top investment spot
WHAT’S APP?
We pick the best apps on the market for investors
COLUMNS
PLANNING
Phillip Tarrant – looking beyond the traditional markets in search of real growth
RATE WATCH
Shane Oliver – are smaller lenders a viable option to the majors?
FINANCE
Lisa Montgomery – avoiding the holiday hype
ASK THE EXPERTS
Industry pros answer your property and investment queries
MANAGEMENT
Lisa Indge – Picking a top rental property







