We all want to buy our new home or investment property at the lowest price possible. Or at least get good value for our money. And of course, the vendor wants the most he can get for his property, especially in today’s market where property values are strong. Yet you now know that the asking…
If you want to understand what’s happening in our housing markets around Australia, Domain has just released its latest house price report. The report revealed that Australia’s housing upswing has broadened. After a patchy 2024, every capital posted quarterly gains for both houses and units – for the first time in four years and two years, respectively…
Some data providers are claiming that data driven AI programs enable them to predict the future of property markets with great accuracy, but in my mind there are huge risks when it comes to using AI to make property predictions. AI works by copying human intelligence using algorithms that analyse large amounts of data, identify…
Most people don’t negotiate every day. But in real estate, negotiation can mean the difference between a great deal and an expensive mistake. Picture this: you’ve finally found a property that ticks all the boxes. It suits your goals, fits your strategy, and you’re ready to make your move. But now comes the tricky part,…
Buying property at auction isn’t for the faint-hearted. The high stakes, the public spectacle, the adrenaline—it’s an experience many buyers would prefer to avoid if they can. So, should you try to beat the crowd and make a pre-auction offer instead? Well, that depends. It depends on where you’re buying, the local market conditions, the…
You’ve heard the term gentrification, and you may even have an understanding of what it means. But for investors, gentrification takes on a whole new meaning, as it actually represents a powerful opportunity to increase both your property returns in the short term and your overall real estate wealth in the long term. Let me…
If you own a property that you suspect may not be investment-grade, how do you work out if it is worth selling and replacing it with a better-quality property? Risks and costs associated with replacing a poor investment Replacing an investment asset comes with risks and several costs: Asset selection risk: This is the risk…
Ask any long-term landlord and they will probably say they have experienced the highs and lows of property management. In fact, many investors have learned the hard way about property managers who don’t do much more than collect the rent – and sometimes that doesn’t happen either! Now, every industry has its bad apples, but…
Let’s be honest: Australia is becoming a two-speed society when it comes to housing. On one side, you have property owners sitting on a mountain of equity, largely untouched by rising interest rates, with the means and confidence to keep upgrading, investing, and helping their children into the market. On the other hand, you have…
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As we move into the second half of 2025, the Adelaide property market continues to demonstrate resilience and steady growth. While the pace has moderated compared to previous highs, the latest data from June reveals a market underpinned by strong fundamentals. Adelaide’s dwelling values have continued their upward trajectory, although the pace of growth has…
