Thinking of investing in Sydney property? You’re not alone—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. “Sydney’s too expensive.””You’ve missed the boat.””Now’s not the time to invest.” These are just a few of the myths floating around dinner tables and social media feeds. But here’s the truth: in every market cycle, there are opportunities—if you know where…
Let me let you in on a little secret… Most property buyers think negotiation is just about haggling over price. But as someone who’s been in the property game for decades, I can tell you—it’s not even close. There’s so much more to the negotiation process than meets the eye. In fact, there are layers…
National home prices have surged over June, reflecting the significant impact of RBA interest rate cuts in February and May on affordability and market confidence. The national capital city median house price was up strongly by 1.0% over the June quarter to $1,198,912 compared to the May quarter, according to the latest data from My…
How often have you thought to yourself, if only I had more money, life would be that much simpler? Do you feel like you never have enough? Are you constantly spending your salary the day it lands in your account and then eagerly waiting for the next payday so your stocks are replenished and you…
“If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” That old saying has stood the test of time for good reason – and nowhere does it ring more true than in the world of real estate investing. I’ve been in the arena of property for a number of decades, and if I could…
It is often debated which is a better investment, property or shares. It is my thesis that property is an okay investment, but not as good as shares. However, when you factor in gearing (the ability to borrow to invest), property becomes a wonderful investment – better than shares. Property versus shares The main advantages of shares…
Wouldn’t it be great to know which property is likely to double in value first? Not just any property—your property. Imagine confidently selecting an investment that outpaces the market, builds equity faster, and brings you one step closer to financial freedom. While we know that, on average, Australian property values double every 10 years or…
The Australian property market is moving into the next stage of the property cycle – one of continued price growth. Domain’s latest Price Forecast Report for FY25-26 reveals that Australia’s property market is expected to see continued price growth over the next 12 months, with major capital cities Sydney and Melbourne driving national trends. Unlike the…
It’s clear that the trend for home ownership among our younger generation is on a downward trend, and while affordability is a key issue, there is more than meets the eye. ABS data shows that over half (55%) of Millennials, in the age bracket 25-39 years old, are homeowners compared with 62% of Generation X…
If Warren Buffett, the Oracle of Omaha, were eyeing the Melbourne residential property market today, he’d likely see an opportunity where others might see uncertainty. Known for his timeless investment principles, Buffett’s wisdom is surprisingly applicable to Melbourne’s current real estate landscape. Melbourne’s market has underperformed over the last few years, which might be making…
