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The Virus, The Economy and the Property Market
How long will it take to control the virus? What will the impact be on the economy and housing market? We’ve brought together the latest analysis and historical insights to give you some important context and perspective on the current crisis.
The Brisbane Property Market in 2020
What’s in store for Brisbane in 2020? Will it remain the bridesmaid of Sydney and Melbourne, or will it power ahead in its own right? We look at what the experts are saying, and what’s happening on the ground, to give you credible and independent insights.
What is the Right Property to Invest In?
Which residential property types are likely to perform best as an investment? We break down future supply and demand to give you a comprehensive guide.
Land Versus Buildings - Which Has Performed Better?
“Land appreciates, buildings depreciate”, is the maxim you’ll hear in property investment frequently. But’s what the real truth about the performance of land versus buildings?
What is a Property's Intrinsic Value?
Understanding a property’s true value is critical to investing well. We discuss the key role here of intrinsic value - which helps you understand how much a property would cost to produce - and how you can employ this to avoid making a major investment mistake.
How Do We Assess Locations?
Assessing the investment potential of a location is much more complicated than looking at short-term performance or picking the next place that will have a railway line built. Instead, learn the 7 key criteria that determine a suburb’s suitability for investment, and how we measure them.
The Truth About Population Growth
The effects of population growth on property prices are widely misunderstood, and in many cases are gravely misrepresented to sell investment properties with low chances of capital growth. Find out the truth on exactly what population growth means for the property investor.
Location Score/Demand to Supply Score
‘Buying Property Made Simple’ is the marketing claim of the website LocationScore (similar scores can be found at DSRData and BoomApp). Is this the truth? Or is it just another flashy marketing tool in an industry riddled with them?
Understanding Key Property Data - Rental Yields
We discuss the complexities of rental yield, and how it applies to aspects of the Brisbane property market.
Understanding Key Property Data - Owner Occupier to Renter Ratio
It’s considered a key metric of assessing the investment potential of a suburb. But what does the Owner-Occupier to Renter Ratio really mean for the property investor?
The Problems with House and Land Packages
For many property investors, house and land packages seem like a safe and easy option. But they carry costs and risks that need to be understood and weighed up before investing in such a product.
Suburbs to Avoid - Pimpama
Oversupply is a growing problem in Pimpama, and one that will get worse before it gets better.
Our First Client
Our first client came to us a little over 3 years looking to buy an investment property in Brisbane. How has it worked out so far?
The Problems with Investing in New Apartments in Australia
There is an undoubted trend towards apartment living in Australia. As people live longer and marry later, as our cities become more crowded in Australia.
What are the Best Suburbs to Invest in on the Gold Coast?
Considering a property investment on the Gold Coast? Here are two suburbs well positioned for future growth.
Property Investment Strategies for the Gold Coast
Long stereotyped as a tourist and retirement destination, the Gold Coast is undergoing a rapid evolution into a dynamic city.Feel free to contact us.
Are Brisbane's Outer Suburbs The Next Boom Locations in South-East Queensland?
A population can only grow in a suburb if there is more housing to accommodate it. After all, people don't squat on the street waiting for new housing.
New Versus Established Investment Properties
Which kind of investment property is likely to achieve a better return?
3 Ways To Use Your Investment Properties To Reduce Your Mortgage
Used together, these three methods can drastically reduce the time it takes to pay off your mortgage.