Buying real estate is a big deal. Regardless of how well you think you know the market or how extensively you’ve researched, every property you settle is a massive milestone. That doesn’t mean every deal should be celebrated, however. We all make mistakes from time to time, and when it comes to property investing, your…
Articles by Brett Warren
Brett Warren is Director of Metropole Properties Brisbane and uses his 13 plus years property investment experience to advise clients how to grow, protect and pass on their build their wealth through property. Visit: www.brisbanebuyersagent.com.au
When you start out as an investor, the idea of buying a property as you march towards financial freedom is full of excitement and promise. Yet, the closer you get to making it a reality, the more stressful and confusing it can all become – often because you are trying to make sense of conflicting…
I’d like to share 3 things that you really should know about Brisbane property. Recently Dr Andrew Wilson, Australia’s leading independent property economist, took the time to speak to many of our clients at our Brisbane Property Seminar. In case you missed it, here are 3 of the key points he made; 1. Brisbane is…
There’s nothing quite like buying your first home is there? I remember quite clearly when I became a property owner even though it was a long time ago now! I was proud of what I had achieved, however, in hindsight I was buying with emotion rather than strategy. The thing is buying a home, rather…
A common misconception is that property investing is easy. In fact, many people falsely believe that they can buy any old piece of real estate, then sit back and watch their wealth grow. In reality, successful property investment requires a number of skills as well as the right education. Even when I started out investing…
Surely one of Australia’s most successful investors has snuck a holiday home (or even two) into his portfolio at some stage? It had never really crossed my mind, so I had never had the chance to ask Michael Yardney this question. It was only recently when we were sitting with a few of our clients…
We’re not taught much about money and finance at school are we? So when you start hunting down a loan for your new home or investment property you’ll probably come across some industry-speak and terms you’re not familiar with. So here’s a few you should know: 1. Interest only or Principle and interest When…
Are you looking for an investment grade suburb? You know…one where properties are likely to outperform and I’m not talking about hot spots, but suburbs that will outperform in the long term. Well, they are there if you know how and where to look. Recent property data has shown there are some very mixed results…
Ever wondered what are the top performing Brisbane suburbs for capital growth? The Domain Group has recently released a list of the top performing Brisbane suburbs over the last decade. And the winners are… But, how does that compare to the Brisbane averages? Well back in 2008, the median Brisbane house price was around $420,000….
Over the last few years more investors have been considering secondary cities such as Geelong, Newcastle and Launceston which were more affordable than our big capitals. Domain Economist Trent Wiltshire recently wrote: “Secondary cities have been on a run, proving more affordable options for buyers after prices shot up in the closest major capital city….
