Why invest in property? There are lots of ways to make money and some people would argue that real estate investing isn’t really that easy.
But if you follow a proven formula it’s simple
We all love our own neighbourhoods, right? We choose to rent or own homes in particular suburbs because it’s close to where we work, it may have an exciting entertainment scene, or perhaps it’s in the right school zone for our children. But does that mean that you should invest in your own backyard, too?…
It’s easy to scorn the gentrifying hipster stereotype, but many inner-city neighbourhoods benefit from the distinctive mix of businesses and activities they pursue – so why should the suburbs miss out? One of the stark differences between neighbourhoods in the inner city and outer suburbs in Australia is the quality and type of retail offerings….
Australia is likely heading for a federal election in May 2025, and as always, housing affordability will be a major talking point. Sadly, these discussions often end up more about rhetoric than effective policy change. However, at some point, a solution will have to be found. For property investors, who typically hold assets for decades, it’s important…
Settlement Day is the most exciting day in your property purchasing journey. For less experienced property buyers, the day the vendor hands over the keys to your new house can be a nerve-wracking, stressful, or sometimes very emotional journey. In this article, we talk about what happens on Settlement Day so that you’re prepared for…
If you had $1 million to spend on property investment in Australia today, where would you invest it? What location would you buy in, and why? And what about if you only have $500,000 to invest? Where is the best place to buy an investment for this budget? What are the top 10 hotspots now…
Trade wars. Tumbling share markets. Recession fears. The news is full of red flags, but experienced investors know that opportunity often hides behind uncertainty. And this time, the catalyst for the next move in Australia’s housing market might just be found in Donald Trump’s latest tariff tantrums. They might just set the stage for the…
We are in new territory for our housing markets. When we look back in a few years, it will be clear that 2025 was a year when property values and rents rose strongly in the second half. I see us heading into a property ”Supercycle” I’m not suggesting we’ll have a boom, but a Supercycle…
In the world of property investment, your mindset can be your greatest asset—or your biggest liability. It’s not just about having the right strategies, the best properties, or even the perfect market conditions. While all these factors certainly play a role, the foundation of any successful property investment journey starts between your ears—with the right…
How long does it take for the price of a well located property to double? Do property values really every 10 years? And what can we expect to happen to the value of the property over the next decade? Let me start by saying that the idea that property values double every 7 to 10…