Michael has been once again voted Australia’s leading property investment advisor by the readers of ‘Your Investment Property Magazine’, but he’s not a theorist… He has been successfully investing in property since 1971 and is a leading property commentator and Australia’s most widely read property investment blogger. Join over 115,000 others who get their updates from Michael and his group of expert guest bloggers and benefit from their perspective.
Despite the affordability crisis, rising interest rates, and intense competition, first home buyers are still diving into the Australian property market in droves. But they’re not doing so because they feel ready, they’re doing it because they’re scared not to. The Finder First Home Buyer Report 2025 reveals a worrying mix of emotional urgency, financial…
In a striking shift that highlights how dynamic Australia’s property markets can be, Perth’s median home value has overtaken Melbourne’s for the first time in over a decade. According to the latest PropTrack Home Price Index (May 2025), Perth’s median now sits at $787,000, nudging past Melbourne’s $782,000 , a reversal of what many considered…
“If it seems too good to be true, it probably is.” That old saying has stood the test of time for good reason – and nowhere does it ring more true than in the world of real estate investing. I’ve been in the arena of property for a number of decades, and if I could…
It is often debated which is a better investment, property or shares. It is my thesis that property is an okay investment, but not as good as shares. However, when you factor in gearing (the ability to borrow to invest), property becomes a wonderful investment – better than shares. Property versus shares The main advantages of shares…
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If you’re a property investor, I have an important question for you… When was the last time you thought seriously about your property manager? If you think their main job is collecting the rent and organising tradies when something breaks, I’ve got news for you—things have changed dramatically. In fact, the world of residential property…
Wouldn’t it be great to know which property is likely to double in value first? Not just any property—your property. Imagine confidently selecting an investment that outpaces the market, builds equity faster, and brings you one step closer to financial freedom. While we know that, on average, Australian property values double every 10 years or…
The Australian property market is moving into the next stage of the property cycle – one of continued price growth. Domain’s latest Price Forecast Report for FY25-26 reveals that Australia’s property market is expected to see continued price growth over the next 12 months, with major capital cities Sydney and Melbourne driving national trends. Unlike the…
It’s clear that the trend for home ownership among our younger generation is on a downward trend, and while affordability is a key issue, there is more than meets the eye. ABS data shows that over half (55%) of Millennials, in the age bracket 25-39 years old, are homeowners compared with 62% of Generation X…
If you bought a property in inner Melbourne in the early 1980s, you likely had no idea you were stepping onto a launching pad for multi-generational wealth. Back then, homes in suburbs like Fitzroy, Carlton or Northcote were affordable, not cheap, but within reach of ordinary Australians. Today? Those same homes are worth well over…
Want to make a huge difference in someone’s life? According to Inc.com, here are things you should say every day to your employees, colleagues, family members, friends, and everyone you care about: 1. Here’s what I’m thinking You’re in charge, but that doesn’t mean you’re smarter, savvier, or more insightful than everyone else. Back up…
