Is Queensland the new darling of Australian property investors? For the first time in history, Queensland has overtaken Victoria as the second-largest property investor market in Australia, trailing only New South Wales. According to an analysis by Money.com.au, investor loan numbers in Queensland are growing at nearly five times the pace of Victoria’s—24% annually compared…
When it comes to real estate investing, there’s an old saying: “If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” But for many first-time or naive investors, the allure of quick profits and shiny new developments often blinds them to the hidden traps lurking beneath the surface. One of the most insidious of…
Are you interested to know where Australia’s richest people live? And I’m not talking millionaires, but centi-millionaires, in other words, individuals with liquid investable wealth of +US$100 million (around A$144 million). According to a new report by Henley & Partners, using data from global wealth intelligence firm New World Wealth, there are currently 29,350 centi-millionaires…
Would you like to take a peek behind the curtains to understand what goes on at our Wealth Retreat each year? We’re currently planning for this year’s Wealth Retreat on the Gold Coast in early May, which is not really that far away. However, I’d like to share some lessons from last year’s event that…
The allure of Australian real estate continues to captivate international buyers, with property searches from overseas increasing slightly compared to the same time last year. While the overall numbers have grown, interest from individual countries has shown some fluctuation, reflecting global economic conditions, political developments, and seasonal trends. Let’s take a closer look at the…
What made 2024 a standout year for Australia’s property market? Well, in 2024, it proved once again that resilience and adaptability are the market’s defining traits. After grappling with the effects of rising interest rates and economic uncertainty, the year saw buyers and sellers return to the market, with property prices stabilizing and new trends…
The Australian property market has transformed dramatically over the past five decades. While house price growth has fueled wealth for some, it’s left others grappling with skyrocketing costs and an increasingly elusive dream of homeownership. According to new analysis from Money.com.au, house prices in Australia’s capital cities have surged by 3,435% in just 50 years,…
2024 was an extraordinary year for Australia’s property market! While housing prices have kept climbing in most parts of the country, the pace has shifted gears. Poor affordability, higher interest rates, and a surge in the number of homes for sale have all conspired to slow price growth. Meanwhile, the rental market is showing signs…
Australia’s property market landscape is evolving, and Queensland is rising fast as a key player. Traditionally, New South Wales has held the top spot for property investors, with Victoria coming in second. However, recent data suggests a shift is happening, and Queensland is now on the verge of overtaking Victoria to claim the number two…
While many locations around Australia have enjoyed strong capital growth over the last year, the luxury end of the market has been a little quiet, but that’s not unusual at times of economic uncertainty. If you think about it, you don’t need a new $20 million luxury home when you’re $15 million home suits you…
