Articles by Michael Yardney

Michael Yardney

Michael is the founder of Metropole Property Strategists who help their clients grow, protect and pass on their wealth through independent, unbiased property advice and advocacy. He's once again been voted Australia's leading property investment adviser and one of Australia's 50 most influential Thought Leaders. His opinions are regularly featured in the media.

How did Michael Yardney get started in property investment?

How did Michael Yardney get started in property investment?

Michael Yardney began his property investment journey over 50 years ago in the early 1970’s with a single, modest property costing $18,000 which he bought in partnership with his parents. They each put down a $1,000 deposit and took a $16,000 loan over 20 years. Over time, he learned the ropes, made mistakes, and gradually built a multi-million-dollar property portfolio. His hands-on experience, combined with ongoing education and a passion for wealth creation, allowed him to gain invaluable insights into the property market, which he now shares with others through his books, podcasts, and the work he does with clients at Metropole.

What is Michael Yardney's net worth?

While Michael Yardney’s exact net worth isn’t publicly disclosed, he has built a substantial multi-million-dollar property portfolio which includes residential and commercial property over his five decades of investing. As a trusted and highly respected property expert, he is recognised as one of Australia's most successful and wealthiest property investors, and he continues to build wealth through strategic investments, business ventures, and educational initiatives.

What is Michael Yardney’s opinion on investing in different types of properties, like residential, commercial, or off-the-plan?

Michael Yardney believes that while residential properties are the most suitable for most investors due to their stability and capital growth potential, commercial properties can offer good cash flow once an investor has a substantial asset base. He advises caution with off-the-plan properties due to their higher risk, potential for delays, and market fluctuations. His preference is always for well-located, established properties in areas with proven growth.

What is Michael Yardney's investment philosophy?

Michael Yardney's investment philosophy is centered around long-term, strategic property investing, focusing on high-growth, investment-grade properties in established locations. He believes in building a diversified portfolio that generates both capital growth and cash flow, using leverage wisely and taking advantage of the property cycles. Michael emphasises the importance of viewing property investment as a business and making data-driven, emotion-free decisions.

Have you ever wondered how certain people become so rich and successful? Well, if you’ve been listening to my podcast or reading my blogs and my books, you’d know that rich people don’t become rich by luck or by accident. Becoming rich requires hard work, dedication, and a certain set of habits. We are what…

How do you evaluate the investment potential of a particular property? Well, that’s what I’m going to share with you today as I share 5 metrics that we use at Metropole when discussing the investment potential of properties that we’re considering showing to our clients.  But I’m also going to share 1 metric that you…

No one expects 2021 to be the same type of rollercoaster ride as 2020. And while there’s plenty of good news for our economy and our property markets, it’s important to remember that considerable uncertainty remains and the extreme dislocation to many businesses over the past year will take time to resolve. Now the general…

Australia’s biggest bank – the CBA – jus upgraded its housing market forecast, joining the long line of economists that have done a 180° about-face. CBA economists think Australia’s housing market is “on the cusp of a boom”, saying that surging momentum in the property market and leading indicators pointed to strong price rises. They…

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