What's your strategy?
Before you dive in, take the time to consider whether property is the right investment strategy for you.
Property can offer a range of benefits. It gives you a tangible asset, may provide rental income, and can play a role in building long-term wealth.
As everyone’s circumstances are different, it’s important to seek independent financial and tax advice to understand how property investing could work for you, including any financial or tax implications.
Getting the right loan
Choosing the right lender matters. At Greater Bank, we focus on supporting you with loan options that suit your needs, including principal and interest or interest‑only repayments.
Our loans also come with practical, easy‑to‑use features such as free online redraw and flexible repayment options, designed to help you get more out of your property and manage your loan with confidence.
Find the right property
Once you’ve sorted your finance, you can move on to choosing your investment property. Just remember that you’re not buying for yourself, so it’s important to think like a potential tenant.
Will you buy a house, unit, townhouse or retirement villa? And will you look for something cheap to renovate, or are you hoping for the finished product?
Consider factors like proximity to public transport, schools, shopping centres and new developments. Also keep in mind that areas with many rental properties may mean more competition for tenants.
Cover your asset
Once you’ve secured a property that suits your intended tenant, it’s important to consider the right protection to help keep your investment secure.
Through our partnership with Allianz, one of Australia’s leading insurers, we offer landlord insurance designed to suit your needs and provide peace of mind that both your property and rental income are protected.
Organise renting
The final step before you pop the champagne is finding the right tenant.
You can choose to rent your property privately or use a real estate agent. Renting privately means you keep 100% of the rental income and deal directly with your tenant, but you’ll also be responsible for managing the property, handling costs, and looking after day‑to‑day issues yourself.
Using a real estate agent means they manage the tenancy on your behalf, including dealing with tenants and ongoing maintenance. This convenience usually comes at a cost, with most agents charging around 10% of the rental income.
Once you’ve decided which option suits you best, it’s time to welcome your tenants and let your investment start working for you.