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In a world where change seems to be the only constant, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Technology evolves at lightning speed, economic trends shift unpredictably, and the media bombards us with stories of disruption. But here’s the thing: amid all this chaos, there are certain principles that never change. These timeless truths can anchor us,…
One of the hardest aspects of property investing isn’t locating the perfect property or securing a good loan. It’s something deceptively simple but challenging: having a sound strategic plan and then sticking to your plan. In an era of social media and reality TV, it’s easy to be tempted by flashy short-term gains, but here’s…
Every year the media bombards us with headlines about the property market and the economy – some sensational, others overly optimistic or downright terrifying. As property investors and homeowners, it’s easy to get swept up in the noise. But now that we’re into a new year let’s look back and unpack some of the myths,…
When we are young, we think we know it all. We have our whole lives ahead of us, and the exuberance and energy to go after what we want. But our 20s can also be a time of great insecurity. We are hungry and ambitious but lack the experience to know how to calculate risk…
Do you dream of becoming wealthy and achieving financial freedom? If so, then you might have wondered why some people are able to reach their dreams and get rich while others seem stuck in the same rut forever. The fact is: many people will never get rich, despite their best efforts. However, having worked with…
Having a positive outlook on life is a crucial part of finding inspiration. So here’s 13 quotes to help you in the week ahead. 1. “Whatever the mind of man can conceive and believe, it can achieve.” – Napoleon Hill 2. “Strive not to be a success, but rather to be of value.” – Albert…
Like every other year, the commencement of this new year has ushered in a flurry of property market forecasts. And now that the RBA has delivered its first rate cut, like clockwork, media outlets are abuzz with projections from economists and market commentators, all eager to share their predictions about the trajectory of property prices,…
What if I told you the single biggest threat or opportunity for your wealth creation journey or your business could be something you never saw coming? In the early 1980s, long before there was a TV show by the same name, economist Dr. Don Stammer taught me to always watch out for the “X Factor.”…
Every day, without even realising it, we’re all enrolled in a masterclass—taught by ourselves, attended by ourselves. The mindset lesson I want to share with you today is: You improve not just at what you practice intentionally but at whatever you do repeatedly.” Fact is: You get better at what you practice. And when we…
“Predicting rain doesn’t count. Building arks does.” This well-worn phrase hits the nail on the head when discussing financial forecasting and, in particular, property forecasts. While predictions may give us some comfort, as we all would like to know what’s ahead for us, when it comes to property, the track record of even the most…
