A bad builder will cost you money when you’re renovating a property. DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa checks in with her tips for choosing a builder.
How to choose a builder for your house
Always Check the Builder’s Portfolio
Ask for References
Check for Licenses and...
DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa shows you how planning your perfect home renovation can help maximise your ROI. You need a renovation plan in place to make sure you don’t end up overcapitalising on your project.
The key to succeeding as a house flipper is figuring out how to get the...
The coronavirus is all over the news globally at the moment. A potentially deadly strain of this respiratory virus broke out in Wuhan in China in December 2019. Here are some disturbing facts about it:
the coronavirus is highly contagious.
by mid-February, 15 cases of the coronavirus had...
Investing in an existing business can open up a world of possibilities for you. In this article, DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa shares a business success story from one of her students.
In the world of business, a single decision can completely transform your fortunes.
Sometimes that...
SMSF Setup isn’t as complicated as you may think. However, there are several things to keep in mind when you create yours. DG Wealth Management’s digs into the most important things to get right in this article.
Self-managed superannuation funds (SMSF) give you direct control over the money...
DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa offers up some refinancing home loan tips. In this article, she goes over the advantages and obstacles to getting a refinance mortgage for your home.
With all the interest rate drops, isn’t it about time you looked into refinancing your home loan? Maybe...
Are you wondering how to add value to your home? In this article, DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa outlines some cost-effective improvements that you can make when renovating your property.
How to add value to your home on a budget?
Create More Light and Space
Update the...
Do you need a property development feasibility study? In this article, DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa explains the key steps elements you must consider when creating your development feasibility study.
You have to conduct a lot of research before you even consider investing in a property...
Many young adults don’t spend much time thinking about their financial futures. But with the right long-term investment strategies, you can create an even brighter tomorrow. DGI Institute’s Dominique Grubisa explains how.
Long Term Investment Ideas
Long-Duration Bonds
...
DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa tells you what to look out for if you want to learn how to flip houses for profit. Flipping houses is not as easy as those TV shows make it seem.
There’s a simple idea behind property flipping.
It’s all about buying and selling homes for a profit....
What does a successful Australian property investor look like? In this article, DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa shares the inspiring story of two property investors and three lessons you can learn from their case studies.
Offering what the property owner wants is one of the key mistakes...
Making an offer on a house below asking price requires knowledge and negotiation skills. DG Institute founder, Dominique Grubisa offers some tips for real estate investors on lowering property prices.
Offering what the property owner wants is one of the key mistakes that an investor can make....
The quality of your team has a huge effect on the success of your development projects. DG Institute founder, Dominique Grubisa highlights the 10 professionals that you need in your property development team.
You’ve found a site that has development potential. You have some ideas about what...
Choosing the right house location is the first step for investing in property. These six purchasing investment property tips from DG Institute founder, Dominique Grubisa will ensure you buy in the right place.
Buying a property for investment is about so much more than the property itself. You...
As the end of each financial year approaches, you have to prepare to lodge your tax return. These tax tips from DG Institute founder Dominique Grubisa will help.
None of us looks forward to tax time. But unfortunately, it’s a necessary evil and something that you’ll need to prepare for when...
Flipping houses is not as simple as it seems on TV. There’s a lot you need to consider for a successful flip.
Watching the TV shows might seem like enough to convince any real estate investor that flipping houses simple. You buy a home, renovate it, and sell the house for a huge...
How much money do you need to create an SMSF? How do you know if you qualify? DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa answers these questions and more.
You may already have a superannuation fund. Most Australians contribute part of their earnings to such a fund. Typically, they’re...
If you own an investment property, renovations can be a great way to boost capital value and raise your rental income. But beware of the tax traps. Planning ahead can maximise your returns, writes DGI Founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa.
The warmer months are here, and many owners of investment...
As an investor, you aim to purchase properties so you can make a profit. But what if the market goes against you? That’s where having value adds becomes important.
During any given period of time, the state of the property market will fluctuate. Increased competition, changes in prices, and...
The right renovations can add tens or even hundreds of thousands of dollars profit to a property flip. But what are the rules for success? DG Institute Founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa shares seven tips to make your renovations pay dividends.
How to buy and renovate houses for profit?
...
As a property investor, your goal is to buy at the right time so you can make a profit later. The concept of the Property Clock can almost certainly help you invest better in real estate.
Buy low and sell high.
That concept lies at the heart of investing in general, and property investing in...
Today’s real estate environment offers some unique challenges to investors. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa looks at a case study to give you some tips on how to overcome them.
Real estate investment tips?
Develop your soft skills
Start marketing...
You have more property investment options than you might realise. DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa explains how your SMSF may be the key to the investment you’ve always wanted.
How to set up a SMSF to buy property?
Use a limited recourse borrowing arrangement
Look...
Record levels of debt, slow wage growth and a tight credit market mean ever greater numbers of Australians are falling behind on their mortgage. It’s a great opportunity for savvy investors to snap up discounted property, while potentially helping out homeowners facing foreclosure. DG Institute...
Flipping property can be a risky business. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa uses a case study to illustrate how you can find and renovate distressed properties – safely.
How to be a successful property investor?
Find distressed properties
Learn...
Most entrepreneurs don’t know that sometimes it’s better to buy an existing business than starting your own business. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa provides tips on how you can do that, even if you have no money but want to start a business.
When...
When searching for property investment advice, A quick search of the internet will reveal all sorts of common property investment mistakes to avoid. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa offers property investment advice to help you avoid the biggest mistakes that beginner...
Going into property development without fully understanding the industry may be a recipe for disaster. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa shares the top 5 tips for property development for beginners.
How to get started in property development?
Become an...
Recent changes to the law make it possible for you to buy a distressed business and make it profitable. In this article, DG Institute founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa explains what you need to consider when doing this.
Failing startup businesses litter the road to business...
With housing credit continuing to dry up, home vendors and buyers are increasingly entering into so-called ‘rent-to-buy’ arrangements. Done properly, these can yield major advantages for everyone involved, writes DG Institute Founder and CEO Dominique Grubisa.
Spending money on rent is...
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