How The Coalition Victory Will Impact Our Property Markets
The results are in, and to the surprise of most, the Coalition has claimed victory in this year’s Federal Election. But what does this mean for our property markets? This week we take a look at the Federal Election results and the impact of the Coalition’s victory. We examine some of the big wins for […]
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 […]
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 […]
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% […]
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 […]
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 […]
5 Proven Negotiation Tactics That Will Actually Get You Results
If you want some sure-fire tactics that will help you succeed at negotiating your next property deal, then look no further. In this post, I’m going to run you through 5 proven negotiation tactics that I use everyday to create win-win scenarios for myself and my clients. Tactic #1: Know what you want before […]
10 Powerful Habits That Will Boost Your Property Investment Results
For most people, building even the smallest amount of property wealth takes years of education. Books, blogs, podcasts, workshops… you could go through thousands of these and barely scratch the surface. But building real property wealth takes more than listening to a few podcasts. The world’s most successful investors have powerful habits that dramatically boost […]
What Has Expert Investors So Excited About Brisbane?
The Brisbane property market is hot. So hot in fact that it’s often a challenge to work out what’s real and what’s just hype. Today I’m going to discuss some Brisbane property trends that should be on your radar as you plan your next (or first) property investment. Steady as she goes! Despite what the […]
Surefire Ways Millennials Can Get An Edge In The Property Game
Are you thinking of becoming a property investor?  If you’re planning on trading the smashed avo for a property portfolio, knowing where to start can be challenging.  To give you an edge in a game dominated by cashed-up, experienced Baby Boomers, I’ve come up with 4 surefire ways that can help you get […]
What You Need To Know About Finding The Perfect Tenant
Renting out your property? The tenant you choose is as important as your investment property. Why? A good tenant provides an ongoing, long-term income stream. The longer they stay in the property, the longer you go without losing money and the need to spend time replacing them. But for most, the search to find […]
Save Yourself From These 3 Simple Mistakes Made By First-Time Investors
In life, there is always the possibility that you’ll make a mistake. You might not see a curb and trip over it, or you might lock yourself out of the house. You might even forget your coffee cup on top of your car before driving away. These mistakes are easily fixed. When it comes to […]
