Thinking of investing in property? Let Meriton show you how.

1. LOCATION

In property investment, location is often the key driver of long-term success. When potential renters assess a property, access to transport and local amenities is often their top priority. They would also consider how easily they can reach essential services like supermarkets, restaurants, parks and childcare. That’s why being open to well-connected, high-growth areas can unlock greater investment potential.

Meriton’s strict site selection ensures that projects are located in key growth suburbs close to transport, education, employment and retail hubs. By deeply understanding the tenants’ needs and choosing prime locations that align with their priorities, we ensure your investment stands out and stays in demand. 

2. DEPRECIATION

If you’re earning rental income from a property, you may be entitled to claim tax deductions in the form of depreciation against that income. The amount you can claim depends on the property’s age, condition, and improvements made. Purchasing a brand-new property allows you to claim higher benefits compared to second hand.

Purchasing Brand New

You can claim:

• Capital works deductions (Division 43): for the building structure (usually claimed for over 40 years at 2.5% per year).
• Plant and equipment deductions (Division 40): for items like appliances, air conditioning, carpets, blinds, etc.

Why it’s beneficial:

• A brand-new purchase allows you can claim both types of depreciation, significantly increasing your yearly deductions. You cannot claim the Division 40 allowance if the property is second-hand.
• Maximises after-tax income for investors, often creating a cash flow favourable scenario
• Brand new Meriton apartments come with the latest fixtures and fittings, which attract higher depreciation values.

3. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT

Many investors opt for a property manager to handle the day-to-day responsibilities of owning a rental property. These include marketing the property, screening tenants, managing rent collection, coordinating maintenance, and staying on top of legal compliance. A reliable property manager can save you considerable time and effort, but fees vary and service levels differ—so it’s important to choose wisely and do your research.

We lease, manage, and have dedicated staff working on site — including building managers who know the residents, whether owner or tenant. Their presence ensures everything runs smoothly while fostering a strong sense of community. Our in-house property management team brings unmatched knowledge of our developments, ensuring your investment is well-maintained and professionally managed. With experienced teams onsite, we build relationships with both landlords and tenants — helping you maximise returns with minimal effort while creating a place people are proud to call home.

To make ownership even easier, we also offer a full-service management solution — paying all property-related bills directly from your rental income. This simplifies your finances, saves you time, and gives you complete peace of mind. With experienced teams onsite, we build relationships with both landlords and tenants — helping you maximise returns with minimal effort while creating a place people are proud to call home.

4. 10% DEPOSIT AND EQUITY FINANCE

Getting started in property investment doesn’t always require a large cash outlay. If you already own a home, you can leverage the equity you’ve built to purchase your next property. Tapping into the equity in your existing home can be a powerful way to finance an investment property. For example, if your home is valued at $1,000,000 and you owe $600,000, you have $400,000 in equity. While banks typically allow you to borrow up to 80% of your equity, this would give you access to around $320,000. To release these funds, you’ll need to refinance your existing mortgage. Since lending policies vary between providers, it’s a good idea to speak with a mortgage specialist to assess your options and borrowing capacity or chat to one of our friendly sales staff who can arrange a private meeting with our finance specialist.

5. MERITON PROPERTY FINANCE

As an alternative to traditional finance, Meriton is uniquely positioned to offer its own finance.  Unlike a traditional lender, Meriton Property Finance will offer up to 90% finance of the purchase price (not valuation) and also use 100% of your rental income to determine the highest borrowing capacity for each purchaser. 

Learn more about Meriton Property Finance.

6. CAPITAL GROWTH AND RENTAL YIELD

Capital growth refers to the increase in a property’s value over time, while rental yield is the income generated from renting the property, minus expenses such as property management, mortgage repayments, council rates, divided by the purchase price.

With Meriton, you can enjoy the best of both worlds. Take the landmark development Ocean, for example—buyers who purchased off the plan saw market value increases of up to 40% during construction. Following completion, exceptionally low vacancy rates meant investors could secure rental income from day one and receive up to 6% rental yield.