What The Outcome Of The Federal Election Could Mean For Our Property Markets
You’re probably sick of hearing about it. You see the ads on TV. You hear about it on the radio as you drive to work. Your colleagues brought it up in a recent team meeting. It’s all anyone can talk about! Tomorrow’s election is going to have a major impact on our property market […]
What Every First Home Buyer Needs To Ask Before Buying A Property
When you’re starting out as an investor, the idea of property and financial freedom is full of excitement and promise. Yet, the closer you get to making it a reality, the more stressful and confusing it seems to become. More often than not, this is because you’re receiving advice from all over the place […]
Why Long-Term Investors Are Still Optimistic About Brisbane
Why are long-term investors still optimistic about the Brisbane property market? This blog post dives into the top 3 reasons and why we think Brisbane still is the place to invest. So, without further ado… #1: Brisbane leads the nation in interstate migration Population growth is undoubtedly one of the largest drivers of […]
4 Ways You Could Be Sabotaging Your Borrowing Power
What kind of borrower are you? Responsible? Reliable? While you may think of yourself as a good candidate, the banks may not see you in the same light. Here are 4 different ways you could be sabotaging your borrowing power without even realising it: #1: Having too many credit cards with high limits There’s […]
How To Find An Investment Property In Areas That Will Outperform In The Long Term
Location is critical when it comes to finding an outperforming investment property. But what makes a good location, and why are some better than others? With more than half of Aussie households having less than three people in them, more of us are: Choosing to start a family later in life, Seeking better work-life […]
Why Renovating Your Old Home Is Better Than Buying New
Now is the time to take action! Renovations are soaring across Australia as homeowners shun moving costs for sprucing up their existing homes. The latest ABS statistics show home renovations have hit a record high, and is set to keep increasing as property markets continue to cool. Although it may not be the right […]
The 5 Most Common Excuses That Hold People Back From Investing
There are all sorts of reasons why some people “just can’t” invest. The most common ones: ”I have no money… I can’t afford to buy property…” “The market is way too unreliable at the moment… there’s no way I’d invest in it now!” “It takes too long to see results with property, it’s just not […]
What Can We Learn From Brisbane’s Top Performing Suburbs?
Domain has just revealed a list of the top performing Brisbane suburbs over the last decade. And the winners are…   Brisbane’s 10-year growth (houses, 2008-2018) Suburb Median price 2018 Median price 2008 Growth New Farm $1,586,000 $900,000 76.2% Bulimba $1,275,000 $732,500 74.1% Auchenflower $1,145,000 $660,000 73.5% Wishart $710,000 $430,000 65.1% Hendra $980,000 $600,000 63.3% […]
5 Things That Highly Successful People Do (That 99% Of Us Don’t)
Success requires positive, performance-based habits. And chances are, if you’re reading this, you want to learn what they are. Good news – we’ve done the work for you! This blog post is a list of some of the most powerful, performance-based habits of the highly successful… Habits that have transformed lives and helped people […]
What You Need To Know Before Buying A Holiday Home
Considering adding a holiday home to your property portfolio? You’re not alone! It’s easy to be tempted by the combo of rental income and easy future holidays. But before you jump into buying a holiday home, let’s take a look at some of the things you need to consider before investing in a holiday […]
3 Insanely Toxic Investment Habits That You Need To Break
Nobody is perfect… especially when it comes to property investment. We’ve all got habits that are probably not overly helpful to us. The key – remove the toxic habits that are holding us back and create more good habits that will ensure we are on the path to riches. If you feel like you […]
Do You Have What It Takes To Become A Successful Property Developer?
So… you are thinking of becoming a property developer? It may seem easy but there’s a lot more to it than one day deciding to hammer up a building. If you think you are ready to take the plunge, then this blog post is for you. Because in this post, we’re sharing the key attributes […]
The Best Way To Invest Your Money
What separates a successful investor from an unsuccessful one? If you answered with ‘years of experience’, you’re on the right track. But there is something even more powerful that successful investors have that separate them from the rest of the crowd… The ability to invest in themselves. Investing in yourself is crucial, and it has […]
What You Need To Ask Before Selling Your Investment Property
Considering selling your investment property? If you are planning on cashing out and selling, it’s important that you ask yourself some important questions… #1: Is The Property “Investment Grade”? If the property isn’t making you any money, then you should probably sell to avoid missing out on greater opportunities. But before you do, […]
The Best Investment Strategy For First-Time Investors
If you are just starting to climb the property investment ladder, this post is for you. Because this post will show you the best investment strategy for first-time investors… A strategy that is guaranteed to leave you in a better financial position than you might think is possible! But first… Educate Yourself From […]
Have You Made The Easy Mistake Of Crowd-Following?
Crowd-following is a dangerous investment strategy. While it can be tempting to follow in the footsteps of others, getting caught up in the hype can be risky for your investment portfolio. The truth – it is only when you use your own wits and research to make a decision that you are minimising your risk. […]
4 First Homebuyer Lessons To Teach Your Kids
As parents, we all want to see our children succeed in life. But spreading their wings and flying the family nest to branch out on their own is a big move. Especially when they’re considering buying their first home. While you might want to help them climb the property ladder, it’s important that we teach […]
How To Squeeze Maximum Income Out Of Your Investment Property
Rising costs, increased competition for new dwellings and falling returns… It’s getting tougher to be an investor! If your properties are making you less money than you’d like, read on! Below I’ve outlined several strategies that I’ve used to squeeze extra income from my properties. #1: Decide on how to manage the property […]
