Australia is in the grip of a housing crisis — and if you’re hoping our new government will be the solution, I hate to break it to you… They might just make things worse. While Labor’s fresh election win was met with plenty of optimism, especially around their promise to tackle housing affordability, when you…
In the ever-evolving landscape of real estate there has been a notable shift in focus towards neighbourhood when home owners have been making their buying decisions. And investors should similarly focus on selecting the right neighbourhood as this trend transcends mere aesthetic appeal or status symbols; it delves into the more profound aspects of socio-economic…
Australia is undergoing rapid population growth but the way we’re planning for it (or rather, not planning for it) is setting us up for failure. We’re adding hundreds of thousands of new residents every year, mostly through migration. But our governments are still managing housing, infrastructure, and population growth in separate silos. There’s no overarching…
Negotiating is a part of living; we do it all the time. When you walk down a crowded street you negotiate the path you take. A couple negotiates their relationship before and during the marriage. Although you may not realise what’s happening, for example, you take out the garbage tonight and I will do the…
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese’s purchase of a $4.3 million cliffside “holiday home” last year raised the ire of voters, but he isn’t the only politician with an enviable property portfolio. With nearly half of Australia’s federal politicians owning multiple properties, many Aussies are questioning whether those tasked with solving the housing crisis are instead profiting…
Welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast. Now let me ask you… have you felt like the sky is falling lately? Between confusion about interest rates, scary headlines, rollercoaster stock prices and continued uncertainty in the property markets, it’s no wonder so many investors are feeling rattled right now. But here’s the thing—this…
Have you ever wondered what the real fix for Australia’s housing crisis might look like? Well, buckle up because it might not be what you expect. Here’s a bold assertion that’s bound to stir up some debate: the only way to truly resolve our housing crisis is for house prices to rise. Yes, you heard…
You’ve probably noticed the headlines predicting doom and gloom — again. Recession whispers are growing louder, with interest rate falls, global uncertainty, and consumer stress dominating the news. But are we really headed for a recession here in Australia? According to Shane Oliver, Chief Economist at AMP, the answer is a reassuring no. And I…
Interested in knowing how others became successful? Then why not ask successful people what they’d wished they’d been told when they were younger. That’s exactly what I did with these seven successful property professionals and here’s what they said. Brett Warren – National Director Property – Metropole 1. Invest in yourself first Your best investment…
After all these years in property, I’m still surprised at how some investors decide which property to buy, however it doesn’t really surprise me why so many don’t get past their first or second property. You see… many buy for emotional reasons, and while others think they’re investing in property, for some, they’re really speculating….