When it comes to property investment in Australia, there’s no shortage of information available about how budding investors can ensure success. And while learning how to invest in property is vital for all newcomers, understanding the pitfalls to avoid should also be a priority from day one. As we have seen over the last few…
Are you considering investing in Melbourne’s property market? You’re not alone — and you’re certainly not too late. Melbourne has posted four consecutive months of home price growth so far in 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 most…
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…
Spring has always been the season that reinvigorates Australia’s property markets. It’s the time of year when listings surge, buyers come out in force, and competition intensifies. But beyond the headlines, spring also reveals something far more telling: what Australians are actually searching for in a home. And this year, Domain’s data shows that buyers…
More than 60% of Australian households are made up of just one or two people, yet the bulk of our housing stock is built for families. New analysis from Cotality shows a stark mismatch between who lives in our homes and the kinds of homes we’re building. Who really makes up Australia’s households? When most…
Tax isn’t necessarily a bad thing. If you’re paying tax, it means that you are making money (income or capital gains). But of course, there’s no need to pay any more than you legally have to. I discuss our common-sense approach to saving tax below. Minimising risk is often more important than saving on tax…
Lower interest rates continue to fuel capital city housing markets, with price growth for both houses and units accelerating again over September. The national capital city median house price increased by 1.1% over the September quarter to $1,232,063 compared to the August quarter, according to the latest data from My Housing Market. The September result…
The government wants to build 1.2 million new homes by 2029. That’s ambitious. It sounds impressive. And frankly, it’s what we need – at least 240,000 new dwellings per year to bring our housing market back into balance. Valuers Charter Keck Cramer have broken down these figures to a state and territory level to understand…
As the fabric of Australian neighbourhoods transforms, the influence of LGBTQ+ communities on the real estate market offers a fascinating lesson in economics, equality, and empowerment. Properties in areas with high LGBTQ+ populations are increasingly becoming locations of strong property price growth, outperforming other locations in various aspects. What’s driving this growth? Cultural Vibrancy and…
I’ve got a confession: I’m a terrible property investor. At least, that’s what conventional wisdom would tell you. You see, I’ve committed the ultimate sin in property circles: I’ve sold properties. Not just once, but multiple times. And to make matters worse, I’ve even told other people it’s OK to do the same. According to…
