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.
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…
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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…
Buying property at auction isn’t for the faint-hearted. The high stakes, the public spectacle, the adrenaline—it’s an experience many buyers would prefer to avoid if they can. So, should you try to beat the crowd and make a pre-auction offer instead? Well, that depends. It depends on where you’re buying, the local market conditions, the…
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…
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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…
The Victorian government has just turned up the heat, on gas. In a major shift toward full home electrification, the Allan Labor government has introduced sweeping new regulations that will reshape the way Victorians heat their water, warm their homes, and design their properties. So what’s actually changing? And more importantly, what do these reforms…
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…
If you own a property that you suspect may not be investment-grade, how do you work out if it is worth selling and replacing it with a better-quality property? Risks and costs associated with replacing a poor investment Replacing an investment asset comes with risks and several costs: Asset selection risk: This is the risk…
