We’ve all heard about booms and busts, bubbles, and sudden market shifts. But what if I told you that these aren’t just random occurrences? What if these market dynamics are a manifestation of our inherent psychological biases, fears, and desires? What if the property market isn’t a perfect, rational machine but a complex, living organism…
When you think about what Steve Jobs accomplished, is beyond remarkable. He changed the way we live. To help you reach your career goals, we have put together some of his best quotes. Read them, be inspired by them, and then get out there and make your dreams come true: 1. Have the courage to…
What are the big rocks in your life? Put simply, your big rocks are your priorities. They are the tasks, projects or goals you absolutely must accomplish. If you’re like most people you’re likely to be very busy, but how productive are you? While successful people always find a way to keep a focus on…
Contrary to popular belief, money can make you happy! A report in the Journal of Consumer Psychology looked into the age-old question of whether money can buy you happiness and found that the answer was a very loud yes. In fact, the study concluded that if money doesn’t make you happy, then you’re probably not…
In today’s question-and-answer episode, I’m joined by Ken Raiss, director of Metropole Wealth Advisory to answer questions posed by our listeners. Together, we dive into the world of property investment and development, discussing the various financial and legal implications of property joint ventures and the benefits of setting up self-managed super funds. Ken shares valuable…
Cross-collateralisation is an important loan structuring issue of which many property investors are not aware. Knowing the implications of cross-collateralisation is crucial to developing a long-term property investment portfolio. What is cross-collateralisation? Cross-collateralisation occurs when more than one property is used to secure a loan or multiple loans. For example, a person owns Property A and wants…
Do you know that all-too-familiar fear that comes with receiving a monthly bill? Do you open it with trepidation, not knowing if your budget (or lack thereof) will allow for easy, pain-free payment… or will you have to scrounge and save to find the money on time? If this feeling sounds familiar, you’re definitely not…
Australia’s economy has historically been tied closely with Asia, and given the emergence of Asia’s middle class, we have a unique opportunity to seize. It’s a relationship of mutual needs — we offer what Asia requires, be it natural resources, agricultural goods, or tourism and education services and Australia has benefited economically. In a recent…
Welcome to this month’s Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, where financial analyst Pete Wargent and I dissect the macroeconomic factors currently shaping our housing markets and the broader economy. Today we cover a broad spectrum of topics from the effects of policies and taxes on the real estate market to the state…
We’re living in a world where words often fail us, where what’s unspoken sometimes matters more than what’s said. In the intricate dance of business and negotiation, understanding body language can be an exceptional advantage. It can help you read situations accurately, handle conflicts effectively, and build genuine relationships. My guest today is Allan Pease,…