How do you choose an investment-grade property? One that will outperform the averages and deliver wealth-producing rates of return? Well…you probably know by now that property investment is part science and part art. The art component is the market intelligence that comes from decades of experience in buying and investing on the ground. And this…
In a remarkable display of market strength, Australian homeowners in key capitals have witnessed their property equity soar by over $100,000 in just the past year. The PropTrack Home Price Index for March reveals a noteworthy trend: even with a surge in listings, property prices have not only held firm but reached new heights, underscoring…
Who are Australia’s migrants? In his article in The New Daily, leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher discussed the likelihood of future Australian governments maintaining our high migration approach. So, let’s delve deeper into the makeup of these migrants and the implications of our current immigration policy.. Understanding the migration pattern Let’s look at an average year…
From granny flats to kitchen renovations and even new driveways, Aussies love to look for property upgrades that will increase the overall value of their property. After all, renovations are a great way to make your home more functional, comfortable and liveable. Have you ever wondered if adding a swimming pool is one of the…
As we step into the next decade, Australia finds itself at a pivotal juncture in its demographic trajectory. Data from ABS show that Australia’s population (now 27 million) is projected to reach between 34.3 and 45.9 million people by 2071. In fact, the current ten-year average annual growth rate (1.4%) is projected to decline to…
I guess it’s a sign of the difficult economic times. A growing number of Australians are embracing multiple job roles simultaneously. In fact, in December 2023, there were 970,700 multiple job holders, compared to 13.4 million single job holders, according to the latest ABS data. This was up 1.4% from September 2023 when there were…
One thing this latest buzz of investor activity in the property market has demonstrated yet again is that some newcomers to the real estate game still insist on going in blind. These first-timers operate under the assumption that any property makes a good investment and that if things don’t quite pan out, well you can…
Investing in property comes with its own set of challenges. So let’s look at four challenges faced by investors and how you can overcome them: 1. Spruikers Currently, there are more property investment advisers and buyer’s agents out there willing to “help” you than ever before. There are bad apples in every bunch and the…
The latest housing finance data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics paints an interesting picture of the Australian property market. There has been a notable 3.9% decline in new housing loan commitments, following a 4.1% decrease in December. Breaking it down, we see a 4.6% reduction in owner-occupier loans and a 2.6% decrease in investor…
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The path to making the right decision can start with a laugh. On the first take, comedian Jerry Seinfeld’s style of observational humour might seem to have been played for surface giggles. But digging under some of his most famous lines reaches an almost zen-like understanding of the human condition that can give you insight…
