May 2024
How to buy property that cashes in on the ‘big build’
Being located within 1.6 kilometres of a hospital or major activity centre increases prices by an average of 1 per cent.
March 2024
The right apartment still a good stepping stone to property wealth
The price difference between houses and apartments has reached record levels, but units are still an important stepping stone on the property ownership journey.
March 2024
Seven ways to maximise returns on your investment property
Taking a bullish stance on rental pricing in the current market is justified, but the renter’s perspective should be acknowledged as well.
February 2024
These buyers and sellers will be winners when rates start to fall
Get ahead of the game to make the most of opportunities before the rest of the market acts.
November 2023
Why FOBO is killing your property investment goals
For home buyers and even investors, the fear of a better option can be more ruinous than FOMO, the fear of missing out.
October 2023
Why this property investment is a really bad idea
Holding on to land for extended periods, leaving it idle anticipating capital appreciation and future development, is drawing more scrutiny.
What Airbnb levies mean for property investors
Victoria’s extra tax on short-term rents should have landlords rethinking their investment time horizon.
September 2023
Buying or selling? The best tips for rising – and falling – markets
Here are some tried and true strategies for investors navigating market shifts in both directions.
August 2023
Why stressed property investors shouldn’t jump ship
There are ways to handle potential rental caps, higher costs and tougher rules for landlords.
July 2023
Six ways property investors can hang on despite high rates
Disciplined money decisions and savvy financial moves can be the difference between holding and folding.
June 2023
More than craft beer and coffee roasters to pick new property hotspot
There are lessons for investors on the impact of big demographic shifts on suburbs like Brunswick, Marrickville and Kedron.
May 2023
How to choose the best property manager
Maximising an investment property’s rental income, while balancing its capital growth considerations, requires the skills and experience of an expert.
April 2023
How to understand the property market recovery
While investors should never rush, the current window is likely to reward early movers who can get out ahead of the market.
March 2023
How to handle potential changes to negative gearing
There are lessons to heed from the 1980s when the market was experiencing similar dynamics.
February 2023
Property market doomsayers need more perspective
Once interest rates stabilise, we can expect the market to consolidate and begin to show signs of recovery.
December 2022
Regional property wake-up call: tips for buyers and sellers
As regional areas experience a hard landing, there are opportunities for those wanting to get in and strategies for others who need to cut their losses.
November 2022
Why the California bungalow is now the hottest piece of real estate
Architecture from the 1970s and 1980s is catching up in popularity thanks to shortages of the most sought-after properties.
October 2022
How to get in on the secret deals that keep luxury homes hot property
To gain access to off-market prestige properties, buyers must identify agents and property advisors in their target area.
September 2022
How to stop the neighbours ruining your investment property
The best way to avoid costly disputes is through open communication, a knock at the front door and a cup of tea.
August 2022
What the real focus should be for landlords
When assessing potential properties, investors must make the distinction between the percentage yield versus the overall rental dollar value, and favour the latter.