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Wouldn’t it be great to know how our property markets are going to perform this year? However my many years as a property investor have taught me not to try too hard to predict our markets year by year, but instead to take a long-term view, then allow for cycles around this long-term trend and…
Australia’s rental market is in crisis. Vacancy rates remain extremely low, rental stock is extremely slim, and high rental prices mean the market is red-hot. . So how did we get into this rental crisis? How long will it last? And what does it mean for property investors? Currently, Australian residential rental markets still heavily…
2025 is already shaping up to be an “interesting” year. It’s clear that the demographic and economic landscape is shifting in ways that will redefine how we live, work, and invest. Understanding these trends isn’t just academic—it’s a roadmap for thriving in a rapidly evolving environment, especially for property investors in business people. Over the…
There’s an easy way to save the government up to $20 billion annually. Just slug greedy, rich property investors by reforming negative gearing and capital gains tax and it won’t increase rents for tenants or hurt mum and dad investors a bit. Really?? Nothing new about this…negative gearing has been a hot topic in Australia…
Think you know Australia? Think again! Beyond the stunning coastlines and bustling city life lies a land brimming with intriguing economic quirks, surprising demographic trends, and a property market that can turn heads around the globe. So, for Australia Day, let’s look at 12 fun facts that reveal the hidden dimensions of Australia’s wealth, housing,…
Have you ever noticed how good we are at doing what doesn’t work? For some (OK, for me), it’s with our diet. For others, it’s relationships. For many Australians, it’s how they handle their finances. It’s interesting how otherwise intelligent people behave so foolishly and keep on doing what hasn’t worked for years. It’s like…
What’s ahead for 2025? As 2025 begins, it’s clear that demographic shifts are going to create ripples that will impact our housing markets, the workforce, Australia’s infrastructure, and even how we define affordability in our cities. These trends aren’t just interesting statistics. They are the foundation upon which investment strategies, business decisions, and government policies…
Money regrets – we all have some. We’ve all made financial decisions we would ‘undo’ given half a chance. It might be the under-performing property we wished we’d passed on or that great property we wish we had really chased. Given how important financial skills are to navigating life, and the fact that schools don’t…
What’s ahead for 2025? As we begin 2025, the social, economic, and political landscapes in Australia are poised for significant shifts. While forecasting the future is always fraught with uncertainty, some key demographic and economic trends are emerging that will likely shape the year and in fact, the decade ahead. In this week’s Demographics Decoded…
How you invest your time determines how your financial future will unfold. When people tell me they can’t invest because they’re too poor – now they don’t use those words – they say they don’t have enough money, I tell them “If you don’t have any money invest your time.” Unfortunately, most people have no…
