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Australian Property Investment - The Need to Add Value

September 1997 -- reviewed February 1998

In bygone days, a property investor in Australian property could be a passive investor and yet still be relatively successful. In a low inflation environment and a property market where properties are tightly held (exacerbated by a capital gains tax regime which discourages a higher turnover of investment properties), the successful property investor must find a way to add value to his investment. Thus, we find that the successful property investors - be it in retail, commercial or industrial property - are those prepared to consider buying a retail franchise, or operating a serviced office or perhaps a serviced warehouse (with extra services such as a storage and delivery service or a refrigeration service) or will convert the apartment block into a serviced apartment business. Some care needs to be taken from a tax and financial viewpoint to avoid the risk of extra liabilities. Legal and commercial advice can maximise the opportunities that now abound, and Baldwins can assist you in this regard.

For further information, contact Joe Lederman at BALDWINS, Australian Lawyers & Consultants.

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