Brisbane’s property market finally takes the lead over Sydney and Melbourne, with jobs and population growth starting to have an impact.

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.

Andrew discusses a recent acquisition on the Gold Coast that combines excellent value, a high rental yield and strong future capital growth prospects.

If you're not already following Herron Todd White's monthly property report, then get reading; detailed and independent property reporting across all states and property types.

Do you want to work out the value of a property you're interested in? We cover a range of different methods we use as Buyers Agents to accurately determine the true value of a property.

Get your independent update on the Gold Coast Property Market as we move into 2018

Get your independent update on the Brisbane Property Market as we move into 2018

Oversupply is a growing problem in Pimpama, and one that will get worse before it gets better.

There are plenty of quality properties available on the Gold Coast for investors with a budget of $500,000 or under. We'll tell you where to look and what to look for.

Herron Todd White's monthly report reveals where Australia's different property markets are positioned. 

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?

From a series of small towns in 1954, the Gold Coast has risen to be Australia's sixth-largest city. What's fueling this growth, and how do you capitalise as a property investor?

Too much of the focus in property investment is on saving tax - when really it's a small part of your overall return. This isn't surprising given so many property investment companies rely on selling the tax benefits of new property. The real money to be made is in capital and rental growth, and unfortunately properties that offer lots of tax deductions frequently offer precious little growth.

A big house, double-sized block and a very strong rental yield makes this an excellent Gold Coast property investment 

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.

In one of Brisbane's best suburbs for investment, this property boasts an excellent rental return and offers plenty of scope for adding value.

Considering a property investment on the Gold Coast? Here are two suburbs well positioned for future growth.