* How do I find the best mortgage for my needs?
* When is the best time to buy?
* When is the best time to sell?
* How will investing in property affect my tax?



If you are thinking of buying property as a home or an investment, or you want to obtain the maximum profit from the sale of your house, these may be some of the questions you need to have answered.

In this guide, bestselling author Ron Bennetts and residential property expert Gavin Hegney answer all of these questions and many more, offering thorough, clear and concise advise on how to navigate the pitfalls and problems of the residential property market.

With easy-to-follow information on risks, taxation, gearing, reverse mortgages and renovation, as well as buyer and seller checklists, this guide is essential reading for anyone investing in the property market.

Part 1: The big picture

* The economy
* The property market



Part 2: The home owner

* Looking for property
* Home owner's checklist
* The buying process
* Paying for your property
* The selling process
* Seller's checklist
* Real estate agents
* Holiday homes
* Renovations



Part 3: The property investor

* The investor and risk
* Finance considerations for investors
* Finance for investors
* Structure
* Gearing
* Taxation
* Reverse mortgages
* The investment decades



Appendices

* Australia media house prices: 1982-2007
* Australian standard variable mortgage interest rates: 1959-2005
* Comparison of returns from various asset classes: 1985-2006