I know a reasonably common Google search is “what is Michael Yardney’s net worth ?” In fact, a question I’m asked frequently is, “Michael, what’s your net worth?” And while I can understand that this may be of interest to some people, I’m sorry to disappoint you… I don’t answer this question with a definitive…
Are you having a fence war with your neighbour? You’re not alone. Boundary fences are one of the major causes of property disputes between neighbours. So, do you know your rights when a new dividing fence needs to be put up between you and next door? And what happens if your neighbour suddenly announces he…
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Today, we’re tackling one of the most exhilarating—and sometimes nerve-wracking—aspects of the real estate market: auctions. Around Australia, weekend property auctions have become almost a national pastime. People love to go along to have a sticky beak, to get an idea of the market, to fantasize about their dream homes or just to watch the…
Whether you’re a home buyer or an investor, when you’re looking for a new property there are so many things to consider. Determining the best property to buy isn’t as easy as picking the nicest-looking house in your local area. From location to school zones, demographics, and even the number on the mailbox, there are…
Want to know the number one secret that the wealthy use to become rich? I’ll share that in a minute, but first let me ask you…given a choice, which of the following would you prefer? One cent that doubles every day for 30 days, or $1,000,000 In my opinion, most people would likely choose $1,000,000….
Australia’s property market is facing a significant shift, with more and more investors opting to sell off their investment properties. The latest 2024 PIPA Annual Investor Sentiment Survey paints a concerning picture for the future of the rental market, with investors exiting faster than they are entering. Rising holding and compliance costs, combined with new…
If you’ve ever tried to make sense of the property market, you’ve likely found yourself staring at median house prices. It’s the statistic splashed across every news outlet, property report, and conversation around real estate. But while median prices are easy to grasp, they often fail to tell us what’s really happening on the ground,…
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Today, I want to give you my thoughts on a topic that’s been dominating headlines and sparking debates across the country: housing affordability. It’s a subject that stirs up strong emotions, especially as the dream of home ownership seems to be slipping further out of reach for many Australians. But here’s the question that I…
In a recent move that signals a flexible but cautious approach, the Reserve Bank of Australia has kept the door open for potential interest rate cuts by year-end if economic conditions worsen. In its minutes for the September Board meeting, the RBA has also cautioned that it could raise rates again should inflation fail to…
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Today is another of our popular question-and-answer shows where Ken Raiss, Brett Warren, and I answer a wide range of questions asked by the participants of a recent webinar. We answered questions about why the Melbourne property market is currently underperforming and when to expect it to turn around, there are a number of questions…
