Articles by Michael Yardney

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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.

Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all time. Sure, he’s now retired, but he has a great track record of creating and maintaining his wealth through share investments, and many of his principles also apply to property investors.   So let’s look at some of Buffett’s investment principles and see how we can apply…

What really drives property prices in Australia? Ask 10 people and you’ll get 12 opinions, most shaped by headlines, hip-pocket pressure, or political spin. But property markets don’t run on noise. They’re powered by a complex web of economic levers, social trends, and psychological triggers. As we are now moving into the next phase of…

Warren Buffet is one of the world’s most influential people. He’s an American business magnate, investor and philanthropist. Here’s some of his inspiring quotes on investing and success: 1. Great Investors Don’t Diversify – “Diversification is protection against ignorance. It makes little sense if you know what you are doing.” 2. On Finding Honesty in Others…

You’ve probably heard it before—or maybe even said it yourself: “Baby Boomers had it easy.” They bought property when homes were three times the average income, got free university, and watched their house prices skyrocket while sipping cheap coffee. But is it really that simple? Or are we falling into the trap of generational finger-pointing…

Today I’d like to share with you one of the biggest “Ah-Ha’s” I ever experienced. You see…I’ve been running my Mentorship Program for over 18 years now. I believe it’s Australia’s longest-running program of its type. I’ve had the pleasure of working with some very, very successful property investors and I’ve had the joy of seeing…

Warren Buffett is undeniably the most successful investor in history. His success is attributed by some to his sharp business acumen, and understanding of businesses while others ascribe it to plain and simple luck. Numerous books and blogs have been written in an attempt to analyse the factors which lead to his extraordinary success. This handy…

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