Investment properties are often bought with a goal to make money, usually through renting a place to someone else. While that may mean fewer emotional decisions for you, such as proximity to friends and family, there’s still a lot to consider, such as how much you can borrow, the upfront and ongoing costs you’re likely to come across, who’ll manage the property, and what your legal and tax obligations might be. So, whether you’re a first-time property investor, thinking of accessing existing home equity to make a purchase, or looking to expand your current portfolio, here’s some info that could help you on your way.
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What’s the difference between positive and negative gearing?
Understanding negative and positive gearing, and the possible benefits and risks around them can help you decide what might work for you. Read more![](/content/dam/amp-au/images/home-loans/first-time-property-investors-tile-.jpg.ampaurendition.1920.0.jpg)
7 Tips for first time property investors
If you’ve been saving for a while and feel you’re ready to purchase your first investment property, here are some tips for first-time property investors to consider. Read more![](/content/dam/amp-au/images/home-loans/MENU_equitytoinvest21.jpg.ampaurendition.1920.0.jpg)
What is equity and how can I use it to invest?
Whether you're looking to invest or pay off something big, borrowing against your home equity may be helpful, if you’re across the risks. Read more![](/content/dam/amp-au/images/home-loans/property-investment-tile.jpg.ampaurendition.1920.0.jpg)