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Here’s a group of quotes that should inspire and motivate you in the week ahead. Enjoy… 1. “What the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” — Napoleon Hill 2. “A champion is afraid of losing. Everyone else is afraid of winning.” — Billie Jean King 4. “If you live long enough,…
Investing in property isn’t as straightforward as you might think, and if you don’t do it right, it could end up costing you a fortune. I always say: “Don’t let your emotions get in the way of your property investment decisions.” In fact, of all the common mistakes property investors make, this is where most…
Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the mixed messages about property? One “expert” says the market is booming. Another predicts a crash. Interest rates, inflation, population growth – it can all feel confusing. And yet, some investors seem to consistently make money, cycle after cycle. What do they know that most don’t? They stick…
Picture this – it’s 2045. You’re walking through a museum with your grandkids, and instead of staring at ancient artifacts or dinosaur fossils, they’re peering into glass cases displaying remote controls, petrol pumps, plastic packaging, and car keys. They’ll look up at you in disbelief and ask, “Did you really use these?” You’ll smile, remembering…
Are you considering investing in Melbourne’s property market? You’re not alone — and you’re certainly not too late. Melbourne has posted consecutive months of home price growth in the second half of 2025. This represents a notable turnaround as Melbourne property prices fell in most months of 2024. Melbourne continues to rank as one of…
Australia’s property markets are on the move again. After a period of fragmented property price growth and cautious sentiment, recent developments have brought momentum back into the picture. The Reserve Bank of Australia has delivered three interest rate cuts this year lowering the official cash rate to around 3.6% — easing borrowing costs and sparking…
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Brisbane has quietly become one of Australia’s most exciting property stories — a city transforming from the underdog of the east coast into a powerhouse of growth, lifestyle, and opportunity. While Sydney and Melbourne often steal the headlines, Brisbane has been quietly outperforming expectations. Over the past few years, it has delivered steady, sustainable growth…
Thinking of investing in Sydney property? You’re not alone—but that doesn’t mean it’s easy. “Sydney’s too expensive.””You’ve missed the boat.””Now’s not the time to invest.” These are just a few of the myths floating around dinner tables and social media feeds. But here’s the truth: in every market cycle, there are opportunities—if you know where…
Imagine a world where Australians could work just four days a week, without a pay cut, without a drop in productivity, and still deliver the same results. It sounds too good to be true, doesn’t it? Yet mounting evidence from around the world shows that the four-day workweek isn’t just a feel-good idea; it may…
Let me introduce you to a group of 100 everyday Aussies. They come from all walks of life; teachers, tradies, nurses, small business owners, retirees, professionals, and investors. Some rent, some own their homes outright, and a few have one or two investment properties. Some are just starting their careers, and others are planning for…
