Warren Buffett is famous for his wit, and will likely go down in history as one of the most quotable and influential investors of all time. To give you some inspiration for this new decade, this week we’ve be running a series of 5 infographics highlighting Warren Buffett’s successes and failures so we can learn…
Warren Buffett’s investing track record is nearly impeccable. Over his lifetime, Buffett has built Berkshire Hathaway into one of the biggest companies in American history, amassed a personal fortune of over $160 billion, and earned acclaim as one of the world’s foremost philanthropists. But in a 80-year career, it’s no surprise that even Buffett has…
If you’re interested in property you’ve probably noticed it’s a confusing time out there . Interest rates are falling, but there are mixed messages about how many rate cuts we are going to get. Population growth is surging, but we’re not building enough homes. The media is full of mixed messages, and many would-be investors…
Most people don’t negotiate every day. But in real estate, negotiation can mean the difference between a great deal and an expensive mistake. Picture this: you’ve finally found a property that ticks all the boxes. It suits your goals, fits your strategy, and you’re ready to make your move. But now comes the tricky part,…
Most people know Berkshire Hathaway as the massive conglomerate that serves as the investment vehicle for Warren Buffett’s $80 billion fortune. However, far fewer people know what this giant does, and how it actually makes its money! To give you some inspiration for this new decade, this week we’ve be running a series of 5…
What springs to mind when you think of legendary investor Warren Buffett? For some, it’s his humble Omaha origins or his long-lasting obsession with Coca-Cola. For other people, it’s Buffett’s impeccable investing track record and extraordinary wealth that make a lasting impression. While these are all legitimate connections to make with the Buffett name, perhaps…
In this Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine the big picture and share our perspective on how this may impact our housing markets in Australia, as well as what, if anything, you should do as a property investor. We discuss what’s ahead for interest rates, and clues in the news about economic indicators…
You’ve heard the term gentrification, and you may even have an understanding of what it means. But for investors, gentrification takes on a whole new meaning, as it actually represents a powerful opportunity to increase both your property returns in the short term and your overall real estate wealth in the long term. Let me…
For most people, the “Oracle of Omaha” needs no introduction. With a self-made net worth of over $160 billion, some experts consider the 94-year-old to be the greatest investor of all-time. To give you some inspiration for this new decade, this week we’ve be running a series of 5 infographics highlighting Warren Buffett’s successes and…
Generation X, born between 1964 and 1981 and sandwiched between our baby boomers and millennials, are often referred to as Australia’s forgotten middle child. The thing is, representing 6.5 million people, this generation accounts for around 25% of Australia’s population. The majority of this demographic group has reached its peak in terms of income, but…