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.
There are 11.1 million dwellings in Australia with a total value of over $11 trillion, and at any time there are over one hundred thousand properties for sale. And now that inflation is coming under control and interest rates are going to slowly fall, strategic investors are back in the market actively purchasing properties knowing…
Let’s be honest—property investing isn’t a solo sport anymore. Sure, back in the day, you might’ve been able to buy a few properties just by reading the weekend papers and chatting to local agents. But today? The stakes are higher. The markets are more complex. And mistakes are more expensive. That’s why having a professional…
Let’s face it — managing money isn’t always intuitive. But the good news is, it doesn’t have to be complicated either. These seven simple yet powerful money lessons can shift the way you think about your finances and help set you on the path toward greater wealth and a more peaceful mind. So, let’s jump…
The main difference between property and shares lies in the depth and reliability of historical data. The share market offers extensive and dependable data, making it a valuable resource for financial decision-making. In contrast, property data often lacks the same level of reliability due to various factors, which I discuss below. Therefore, when making decisions…
Australia’s economy slowed sharply in the March quarter, growing by just 0.2% as government spending slowed and extreme weather events dampened demand. That followed an increase of 0.6% in the previous quarter. The national accounts report from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) showed annual growth steady at 1.3%, below market forecasts for an improvement…
When I embarked on my Rich Habits Study I was not content with identifying the Rich Habits of wealthy people. Success habits only get you halfway down the field. In order to get down the rest of the field and score, you also need to know what not to do. That is why I also…
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Are Melbourne apartments the most underrated investment opportunity for 2025? For years now, investors and homebuyers alike have steered clear of Melbourne apartments—especially those in high-density towers—fearing oversupply, poor quality builds, and lacklustre capital growth. But what if that narrative is outdated? What if the very segment that’s been overlooked is now poised for a…
It seems the tide is turning for short-term rentals like Airbnb and Stayz across Australia. And if you’re a property investor, or considering becoming one, this shift is worth paying attention to. We’ve long known that short-stay accommodation platforms have disrupted the traditional rental market. In recent years, they’ve become particularly attractive for property owners…
Success is ultimately based on action but your beliefs determine your actions. And the big secret of the mega-successful for getting ahead is what they believe – full stop. Many people want to believe that it’s some unfair throw of the dice that makes some people succeed where so many fail, but that’s not really…
Reason #1: Uncertain how to become rich In my five-year Rich Habits Study/Research, I learned something profound: There are 4 very specific paths to accumulating wealth: Saver/Investor Path – Save 20% or more of your income and consistently/prudently invest those savings. Big Company Climber Path – Working for a big company and climbing the ladder until…
