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Why this is the place to be… Fraser Coast is the home of World Heritage-listed natural gems, unique diving experiences, beautiful beaches, stunning places to watch humpback whales play, and extensive military history. The region will welcome 23,730 new residents, growing on average 1.0% annually. Growth is expected to continue to be driven by migrants seeking coastal lifestyle change and… Learn More

Next week our MD aka Researcher Extraordinaire completes her final ‘on the ground’ research where she visits each site that her research has revealed to offer the best opportunities from a micro perspective. This means, a high level of professionals in the area, a high rate of home ownership, therefore limiting the supply for renters, putting upward pressure on rents.… Learn More

Why do we only recommend new property? There are a number of compelling reasons why investing in new property is the best option for our busy investor clients. A new property is one that has not been previously sold, not even for one day. The key reasons for investing in a new property is: Tax Depreciation In 2017 the Australian… Learn More

Investing in property seems to be a national past time and everyone has an opinion about it. So I thought I would look at why the government recommends property and what they view as the opportunities and risks - something we can help with as we strive to maximise your opportunities and minimise your risks. This article closely references the… Learn More

A good property portfolio starts with making a good first property decision. It’s so important to get the first one right because if you don’t, it can take a long time to invest in the second one and here’s why. Firstly, what is the best way to get into the property market? Generally speaking, the largest constraint for the first-time… Learn More

Investing in property is an incredible way to grow your wealth. What is actually being said here, is that if you can afford to hang onto your property for long enough to realise the capital growth, you will make money. Another classic property statement is, ‘property doubles every ten years’. Or ‘invest in property, you can’t go wrong’. Or, ‘you… Learn More

Getting the timing of the market right is the holy grail of property investment. Some people seem to have a knack at buying low and selling high. For us mere mortals, what does that mean and how can we possibly predict the timing of the property market? First, let us better understand the property cycle. A property cycle is best… Learn More

When someone asks me where is the best place to buy a rental property, they’re really asking me what rental property will have the best capital growth. When you know the ‘when’ you’ll find the ‘where’. Getting the timing of the market right is key to a good property investment strategy. Markets move at different times and at different rates… Learn More

What are the good locations for rental investment? When someone asks me where the good locations are for rental property investment, what they’re really asking me is two things: What will give me the most capital growth? What kind of property and in what suburb will attract a tenant who will pay good, consistent rent? Put these together and you… Learn More

Can you represent yourself as a Buyer’s Agent? The short answer is, yes you can? In fact the whole industry of ‘Buyer’s Agencies’ is a relatively new one. When you’re looking to buy your own home, using a good buyer’s agent who understands what you’re looking for, your budget and time frame can save you time and stress. Choosing a… Learn More