Category: Real Estate

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Are You an Anchor? Do you have these Poor Habits?

Key takeaways We are our own worst enemy. Our anchors drag us down and everyone around us. Those anchors act

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Why It’s Time to Sync Immigration with Housing Strategy

Key takeaways We’re welcoming record migration—446,000 people last year alone—without planning for where they’ll live, work, or study. This disconnect

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Is It Crunch Time for Airbnb? What It Means for Property Investors

Key takeaways Councils and state governments across Australia are introducing tougher rules on short-term rentals (Airbnb, Stayz). Rising insurance premiums,

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What 9 Million People by 2050 Means for Property Investors – With Brett Warren

Imagine a Melbourne the size of New York City. Yes, really.That’s the trajectory we’re on. By 2050, Melbourne’s population is

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10 Reasons Most People Will Never Become Rich

Reason #1: Uncertain how to become rich In my five-year Rich Habits Study/Research, I learned something profound: There are 4 very

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How Property Taxes Inflate the Cost of New Housing

Key takeaways Buyers assume their mortgage repayments go toward building equity. In reality, up to the first 15 years of

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The top 50 largest cities and towns in Australia (2025 update)

Everyone loves a league table, and this list shows the largest 50 urban areas in Australia by the Significant Urban Area measure,

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Why Spreading Your Property Bets is a Winning Strategy

Most investors think diversification is about having lots of properties. But here’s the truth: diversification isn’t about how many properties

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Buying Investment Property with Equity in Australia

Key takeaways Equity in a property is the difference between the current market value of your property and how much

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Is This the Beginning of the Great Investor Exodus from Victoria?

Key takeaways For the first time since the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority began tracking data (over 20 years ago), more

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The 11 Property Buying Tips to Overcome Analysis Paralysis

It’s common for many buyers and property investors to experience analysis paralysis when it comes to buying a property. After

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Australian Manufacturing Isn’t Dead—It’s Just Been Misunderstood

Key takeaways The widespread belief that manufacturing has died in Australia is misleading. Yes, car brands like Holden, Ford, and

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Victoria’s planning reforms could help solve the housing crisis. But they are under threat

The federal election campaign was dominated by the housing crisis. But the real power to solve it rests with the

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most important property investing golden rule

Key takeaways There is one property investing golden rule that is more important than everything else. The golden rule is that the quality of

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14 more ways to make you happier and more successful

The rich are not necessarily happier than normal folk all the time, but I bet they are happier more often.

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Refinancing your home loan? What to consider during the process

Thinking about how to refinance home loan options? It’s a big step, and you probably have a lot of questions.

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Another 14 ways our mind plays tricks on us as investors

We like to think we’re rational human beings. However a few days ago I shared with you the concept that

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How Bedroom Upgrades Can Maximise ROI on Renovations

When it comes to property renovations, most investors and homeowners immediately think of kitchens and bathrooms as the key areas

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Looking For the Next Property Hotspots in Australia

Key takeaways Have you ever wondered why some property investments seem too good to be true? I bet you’ve heard

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Gap between regional and capital city housing market performance narrows

Key takeaways Quarterly growth in combined regional dwelling values continues to outperform the capitals, however, the performance gap has narrowed

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The Best Laid Plans

Ok – it’s time to review the goals and resolutions we made in January. What is that saying about the

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The One Policy Mistake That’s Fuelling Australia’s Housing Crisis

Key takeaways Australia is growing fast — with net overseas migration at 446,000 in 2023–24, we’ve added nearly the population

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Why its not always a good idea to buy an investment property where you live

We all love our own neighbourhoods, right? We choose to rent or own homes in particular suburbs because it’s close

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11 Reasons Why You Should Invest in Property

Key takeaways There are lots of ways to make money and there seems to be a group of property pessimists

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Policies, Promises & Property Prices: What’s Next for Our Housing Markets? with Simon Kuestenmacher and Brett Warren

The election may already feel like old news. The campaign ads are off the air, the polling booths are packed

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Why Walkability Matters in Property Investment: A Look at Australia’s Landscape

“Why walk when you can drive?” That seems to be the mantra behind the planning of many Australian cities—none of

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a partial defence of the hipster

It’s easy to scorn the gentrifying hipster stereotype, but many inner-city neighbourhoods benefit from the distinctive mix of businesses and

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How Much Could Your Home Be Worth by 2030? Let’s Look Past the Headlines

Key takeaways Cycles come and go, but Australia’s property fundamentals remain strong. Smart investors understand that wealth is built over

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How will it impact investors?

Australia is likely heading for a federal election in May 2025, and as always, housing affordability will be a major talking point.

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Can a Cash Sale Beat the Market Crash? Tips for Homeowners in Uncertain Times

If you’ve been paying even the slightest attention to real estate headlines lately, you’ve probably felt the anxiety creeping in.

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RBA cuts interest rates, ready to respond again if the economy weakens further

The Reserve Bank of Australia cut the official interest rate for the second time this year, as it lowered forecasts

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Rate cut will support housing markets, but don’t expect a boom in housing prices until affordability improves

Key takeaways The RBA has cut the cash rate by 25 basis points, marking the second cut in three meetings,

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Where Should You Buy a Property as an Investment in Australia?

If you had $1 million to spend on property investment in Australia today, where would you invest it? What location

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Younger generations are delaying home ownership: Here’s why

Key takeaways ABS data shows that the trend for home ownership among our younger generation is on a downward trend,

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Is Pet Bidding the Next Frontier in Australia’s Broken Rental Market?

Key takeaways Pet bidding is emerging as a concerning new trend in Australia’s rental market, with some tenants offering to

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Warren Buffett Is Retiring — But Here’s Why You Shouldn’t Copy His Strategy

Key takeaways Warren Buffett’s long-term investing success is extraordinary—but his strategy was built in a very different time and market

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10 first homebuyer lessons to teach your children

As parents, we all want to see our children succeed in life. And spreading their proverbial wings and flying the

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Melbourne Landlords Under Pressure: But Is This a Warning or an Opportunity?

If you’ve been reading the headlines, you’d think Melbourne landlords are under siege, and in many ways, they are. But

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9 rules for success in today’s property market

Key takeaways 2025 will be seen as the year of when property values and rents continue to rise – but

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What does $1 million now buy in Australia’s housing market?

Key takeaways Once considered a symbol of luxury, $1 million is now standard for housing in many parts of Australia.

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The Importance of Having the Right Money Mindset to Become a Successful Property Investor

Key takeaways In the world of property investment, your mindset can be your greatest asset – or your biggest liability.

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House Prices in Australia Over the Last 10 Years and What’s Ahead For the Next Decade

Key takeaways Do property values really every 10 years? And what can we expect to happen to the value of

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What the Financial Media Doesn’t Share About Property Investing With Brett Warren

When it comes to property investing, the noise from the financial media can be deafening. But how much of what

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Did Baby Boomers Really Have It Easier?

Key takeaways Millennials and Gen Z feel behind in the property market — and they’re not wrong. Data confirms Baby

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Seeds of Success

Almost every one of the self-made millionaires in my Rich Habits Study pursued their dream despite the fact that they

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Population change by LGA – growth and decline in 2024

The latest population growth data are out for the 2023-24 year. Each year around late March the ABS releases this

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The 25 Personal Finance Tips Everyone Should Follow

Key takeaways Do you want more money? Most Australians do. But for most their problem is not earning more money,

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Investing in Crypto — A property expert’s guide

Key takeaways If you’re confused about cryptocurrencies, like Bitcoin and Ethereum, as an investment, you’re not alone. What you’re about

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10 signs you’re on the right financial path

Being good with money is a skill you can learn. Some people complain they aren’t very good with finances — they

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New taxes on super didn’t get much attention in the election campaign. But they could be tricky to implement

The Albanese government’s re-election has renewed concern about planned changes to the taxation of investment returns in superannuation funds. Labor’s

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Why You Must Surround Yourself With Other Successful People

If you want to succeed in life, you absolutely must surround yourself with other successful people. Successful people are successful

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A Surge in Property Confidence & NAB Forecasts 5 Rate Cuts

Key takeaways Sentiment surges: NAB’s Residential Property Index jumped to +40, signalling a strong turnaround in market confidence after three

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How to Invest Like Warren Buffett

Warren Buffett is arguably the greatest investor of all time. He has a great track record of creating and maintaining

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Property investment rules to keep in mind in changing times like these

Key takeaways In challenging times, it’s crucial to avoid getting caught up in short-term market fluctuations. Property investment is fundamentally

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The Offer and Acceptance Process When Buying a House

Have you finally found the perfect property but now have no idea how to take the next step? Don’t worry,

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The Real Reason Putin Fears Demographics More Than NATO

Key takeaways While the world fixates on tanks and treaties, Russia’s most pressing crisis isn’t NATO — it’s population decline.

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[PODCAST] What Labor’s Win Means for Property, Dr. Andrew Wilson Breaks It Down

So today, before we dive into the latest data and trends, I unpack what this election result could mean for

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How Weather Affects Asphalt Surfaces in Perth

Do you have an asphalt driveway or surface on your residential, commercial, industrial, or public property? Proper maintenance of asphalt

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5 Lessons You Must Learn If You Want to Succeed in Life

Key takeaways Success in life, and particularly in property investment, isn’t about luck or shortcuts. It’s about understanding these fundamental

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Why U.S. Homeowners Are Selling for Cash in 2025 – Lessons for the Australian Market

As international real estate dynamics keep evolving, 2025 is becoming a milestone year for the sale and purchase of residential

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[PODCAST] Building Blocks for Wealth: Strategies for Successful Property Investing

In today’s podcast, Aaron Christie-David and I delve into the intricacies of successful property investment, emphasising the importance of mindset,

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Watching Out for the X-Factor

Key takeaways X factors, often referred to as Black Swan events, are unpredictable occurrences with profound impacts on the economy

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I Asked Richard Branson a Question About His Work Ethic – This Was His Answer

When you are doing something you like or love, time seems to fly by. They call it the State of

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Labor Just Won the Election — and They’re About to Pour Petrol on Our Housing Crisis

Key takeaways Labor’s election win signals more pressure on our housing markets, as their proposed policies will unintentionally worsen the

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What’s best – property, gold or shares?

How has residential property performed over the last twenty years compared to that of other assets such as shares and

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Here’s Why Property Investors Are Essential to Australia’s Housing Market

Key takeaways Media and political narratives often unfairly portray property investors as barriers to homeownership for first-home buyers. In reality,

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[PODCAST] How to keep calm in the midst of market chaos, with Louise Bedford

Welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast. Now let me ask you… have you felt like the sky

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A Look at the Two-Speed Dynamic

Melbourne’s property market is heating up, with many commentators, believing it’s the right time to get in at the early

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The 7 Rules of Power Negotiation

Key takeaways Negotiating is a part of living; we do it all the time. And of course, negotiation is one

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Inflation is easing, boosting the case for another interest rate cut in May

Australia’s headline inflation rate held steady at a four-year low of 2.4% in the March quarter, according to official data,

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The uncomfortable question at the heart of housing policy

Housing has become one of the defining issues of the 2025 Federal Election. As affordability worsens and rental markets remain

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The Queensland Suburbs Where You Can Still Buy at 2015 Prices

Key takeaways Despite significant property price growth across Australia, some Queensland suburbs have seen property values stagnate or even decline

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Want some top success tips from top property professionals?

Interested in knowing how others became successful? Then why not ask successful people what they’d wished they’d been told when

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The 2025 Revolution That’s Reshaping Property Deals

Traditional real estate markets are known for their slow processes, excessive fee structures, and outdated systems. However, in 2025, this

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[PODCAST] How Investing in the ‘Next Big Thing’ Could Backfire Spectacularly! With Brett Warren

After all these years in property, I’m still surprised at how some investors decide which property to buy, however it

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Could Trump’s Trade War Supercharge Australia’s Property Markets

Key takeaways Trade tensions, especially sparked by Trump’s tariff policies, create economic uncertainty. Experienced investors know uncertainty can hide significant

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Australia’s Housing Crisis Is About to Get Worse – Here’s What You Need to Know

Key takeaways Australia faces a critical shortage of approximately 400,000 homes by 2029. Despite ambitious government targets, the shortfall in

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What the Financial Media Doesn’t Share About Property Investing

Key takeaways There are many commonly held beliefs about property investing that aren’t only questionable but are also utterly false.

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Everyone is Hardwired to be Miserable

The latest research on happiness is a real punch in the gut. According to David Buss, a psychology professor at

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This is what it takes to be in the top 1% of wealthy people

Key takeaways To be in Australia’s top 1%, you need a net worth of approximately $8.3 million (US$5.5 million). Australian

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Seasonal lift in rents masks broader slowdown as affordability constraints continue to bite

Key takeaways Rental growth is still tracking above the pre-COVID decade annual average of 2.0%, but the rate of change

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Why Most of Your Time in the Property Market Will Be Boring—And That’s Good

Have you ever caught yourself wondering why the property market seems to be either skyrocketing or plummeting? It feels like

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The baby boom in seven charts

The baby boom was a period that saw a surge in birth rates alongside a dramatic decline in death rates

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Housing affordability across the federal electorates

Key takeaways The most unaffordable electorates to buy a home are mostly located in Sydney, with 4 of the top

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[PODCAST] Dump or Double Down? Knowing When to Sell Your Underperforming Investment

In today’s podcast, Stuart Wemyss and I discuss the complexities of managing underperforming property investments, and how to decide when

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What 60 Years of Aussie Growth Tells Us About the Next 20

Key takeaways Since 1966, Australia has shifted from a predominantly Anglo-Celtic, agriculture- and manufacturing-based economy to one of the wealthiest,

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Here’s how to outperform 99% of your Neighbours

Investor behaviour matters a lot. In fact, it probably matters more than skill. To understand why this is true, first,

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[PODCAST] Trump’s Tariffs: Are They a Threat or a Boon for Property? | Big Picture Podcast with Pete Wargent

There’s an old Chinese saying “I wish that you live in interesting times.” The irony of this is that “interesting

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Facing the enemies

We are not born with courage, but neither are we born with fear. Maybe some of our fears are brought on

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Why Australia Is Unlikely to Fall into Recession (And Why That Matters for Property Investors)

Key takeaways President Trump’s trade war poses a threat to Australian economic growth particularly via the indirect impact of weaker

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Turning Investment Properties into Zoos?

The NSW Government has just delivered another blow to property investors, and this time it’s not about rental caps or

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The Surprising Solution to Australia’s Housing Crisis: Brace for Rising Prices

Key takeaways Counterintuitively, the real solution to Australia’s housing crisis may be rising house prices. While this sounds politically unpopular,

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RBA, tariffs and more. The Australian housing market is about to boom

Key takeaways The Australian housing market is about to boom. The RBA cash rate will drop by 2% within the

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minimise holding costs while maximising growth

Key takeaways Capital growth is the primary driver of wealth creation, not rental income. Compounding capital growth does the “heavy

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What’s the white stuff on my Easter chocolate, and can I still eat it?

The words “chocolate” and “disappointment” don’t often go together. But you may have experienced some disappointment if you’ve ever unwrapped

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Rents Are Dropping in Parts of Sydney – What Does This Mean for Investors?

Key takeaways Nearly 75% of NSW suburbs saw rents either stagnate or decline in the last three months—a significant shift

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Amid the election promises, what would actually help ‘fix’ the housing crisis? Here are 5 ideas

As the election campaign rolls on, housing has been, unsurprisingly, a major campaign focus. We’ve seen a series of housing

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A deep dive into Australia’s wealth generators

Key takeaways A handful of regions dominate Australia’s economy, with just 10 areas producing 76% of the country’s GDP. The

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[PODCAST] Will the Federal Election Really Shake Up the Property Market? Let’s Bust Some Myths

In this episode of the Michael Yardney podcast, I discuss the current state of the housing market with Dr. Nicola

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Climate Change is Dividing Us — But Not in the Way You Think

Key takeaways Climate change conversations aren’t just politically or geographically divided; there’s a more subtle yet critical generational divide. It’s

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The 2032 Games Are Already Moving Property Markets

Key takeaways Brisbane’s successful bid for the 2032 Olympics isn’t just a sporting milestone; it’s the beginning of a major

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[PODCAST] The Property Investor’s Guide to Mortgage Mastery

In this episode of the Michael Yardney podcast, I discuss the intricacies of property investment and finance with expert Hung

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Unlocking the “Missing Middle” Could Be the Answer to Australia’s Housing Crisis

Key takeaways The Housing Industry Association (HIA) proposes embracing “gentle density” as a powerful solution to the crisis. Gentle density

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Everything You Need to Know About Becoming a Multi-Millionaire

Since 2004, I’ve been immersed in studying what to do and what not to do in order to become wealthy

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Major parties’ housing promises will only push up property prices

Key takeaways Australia’s housing crisis has become a fierce political battle that could have major implications for the outcome of

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5 reasons why you’ll forever be in debt

The thing about getting into debt is that anyone can do it! The hard part, of course, is getting out

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Are We Heading for GFC-Level Rent Hikes Again?

Key takeaways Rental conditions today strongly resemble the 2007–2008 Global Financial Crisis (GFC) period, characterised by rapidly rising rents, vanishing

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How Custom Windows Can Increase Your Home’s Resale Value

Major home improvement projects tend to attract homeowner attention mostly toward kitchen remodels, as well as bathroom renovations and landscaping

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The key to financial freedom? Finding your mentor

When we think of entrepreneurs we often think of trailblazers forging ahead on their own, someone who’s doing something different

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Body Corporate Fees in Australia

The chances are that if you’ve just bought (or are planning to buy) an investment property in a multi-unit development

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You Won’t Believe What the Greens Are Proposing for Negative Gearing!

Are we about to make it even harder for Australians to own a home? Just when you thought the path

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[PODCAST] An Investor’s Guide to our Tightening Rental Markets with Dr. Andrew Wilson

Despite predictions of a downturn, Australia’s housing market continued to strengthen, with national house prices rising by 1.0% in March,

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How Rethinking Travel Can Reshape Our Cities, Our Health, and Our Wealth

Key takeaways How we move around cities affects our health, productivity, environment, and wealth. Australia’s car-centric urban design is out

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[PODCAST] Are our property markets really just a Ponzi Scheme? With Brett Warren

It’s a question that echoes through conversations among frustrated Australians, especially younger generations who find themselves priced out of the

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Australia’s Investor Market Is Heating Up – But Some States Are Turning Up the Heat Faster Than Others

Key takeaways Investor loans surged 22% nationally over the past year, far outpacing owner-occupier growth (just 6%). We’re seeing not

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Keep Track of Your Results

Three keywords to remember: weigh, count and measure. Now why weigh, count and measure? To see what your results are

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The Pros & Cons of Property Subdivision: A Buyer’s Guide

Property subdivisions are becoming increasingly popular across urban and suburban areas nationwide, namely because they allow property investors to turn

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Never Quit on Yourself. Adversity Is a Gift, Not a Curse

There once was a woman who was miserable with her life. She hated her low-paying, high-stress job, yet worried every

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How Trump’s Tariffs Could Be a Boon for the Australian Property Market

Key takeaways While Trump’s tariffs might seem like a harbinger of economic turbulence, they could paradoxically serve as a catalyst

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How Parents Can Help Children to Buy Their 1st Home

Housing affordability is the current topic of conversation in the media and at dinner tables across Australia. And for families

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The 4 most dangerous words in property investment

Key takeaways The best investors don’t try to outguess the market; they position themselves for long-term success with quality assets,

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Property Market Forecast Australia 2025 — House Prices Predictions from Expert

Key takeaways Australian property values reached new heights in March, reversing a recent short downward trend. Values increased 0.4% over

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Navigating Melbourne’s Property Pitfalls: A Guide for the Unwary Investor

Beware, property investors! If you’re considering investing in Melbourne’s enticing property market, it is a double-edged sword, filled with potential

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12 Ways to Turn On Your Happiness Genes

Is happiness genetic? Is it predetermined? In 2017, Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam, in the Netherlands, published a paper that, for the

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Housing Affordability Now Trumps Jobs and Healthcare for Young Australians – Here’s What That Really Means

As we head towards the next federal election, a major shift is underway. And it’s being driven by a generation

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[PODCAST] Why Plan Ahead? Top 10 Advantages of a Long-Term Investment Strategy

If you’ve has been listening to my podcast for some time, you’d know that I believe in the importance of

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What Every Australian Needs to Know

Key takeaways While financial security is essential, a fulfilling retirement requires purpose, structure, and social engagement. Many retirees struggle not

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Put Your Ladder on YOUR WALL

Most of us do as we are told. This habit forms early in life. Our parents, for our own good,

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Cash rate on hold but housing markets still feeling the joy from the February rate cut

As expected, the RBA is taking a cautious approach, holding the cash rate firm at 4.1% in April, despite inflationary

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Ken Raiss, Brett Warren and I Answer Your Burning Questions

In this show Ken Raiss, Brett Warren and I and a heap of questions left by viewers of a recent

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Under 35 and Thinking of Buying a Home? Maybe Not Right Now!

If you’re under 35 and considering buying a home, it might be time to rethink that decision. The economic environment

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Only 4% of the Poor Become Rich. Here’s How That 4% Transformed Their Lives

Only 4% of those raised in poverty become self-made millionaires. Sadly, I could share all of the Rich Habits, success

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The Economic Impact of LGBTQ+ Inclusivity on Australian Real Estate

Key takeaways Areas with high LGBTQ+ populations are seeing above-average property price appreciation. These neighbourhoods are becoming highly desirable for

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Are rich people more intelligent? Here’s what the science says

From White Lotus to Succession, there’s a high demand for television dramas about the super-rich. The characters on these shows

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Why the “Super for Housing” Scheme Could Backfire – And What Policymakers Are Missing

Key takeaways The proposal to let first-home buyers dip into their super is gaining attention again as a political vote-winner.

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These 3 boxes cover what you need to know about property

I like to use three boxes to explain most things residential. They are known as The 4’s. The Four

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What The Intelligent Investor Can Teach You About Thriving in Property Investment

Key takeaways If you want to build lasting wealth through property investing, tune out the noise and turn to the

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The Price of Starbucks Coffee, by Country

In 1971, three former students from the University of San Francisco set up the first Starbucks at Seattle’s Pike Place

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Want to know what will make me a better property investor in this “interesting” market?

Key takeaways Property markets move in cycles, and while it’s reasonable to expect eventual upturns and downturns, predicting the exact

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4 hobbies that science says will make you smarter

While intelligence can be a lottery based on your genes as well as your upbringing, that doesn’t mean we can’t

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When Was the Best Time to Be Born? A Look at the ‘Golden Eras’ of History

Key takeaways Each period in history has had its golden moments and hardships. While today’s economic and geopolitical challenges are

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[PODCAST] I would have been a better investor if I knew these 12 things earlier in life

In this episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, Brett Warren and I discuss twelve key insights that could have accelerated

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Who is Wealth Retreat really for?

Have you ever wondered who attends an event like Wealth Retreat? I know I always did. I have been attending

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The major key to your better future is you

Of all the things that can have an effect on your future, I believe personal growth is the greatest. We

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Could the US and China Really Shake Up Our Property Market? Here’s What You Need to Know

Key takeaways When we talk about Australia’s property market, most people look inward — inflation data, RBA decisions, consumer sentiment.

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Think You’ll Be Mortgage-Free by Retirement? Think Again!

Retirement is meant to be the time to relax, enjoy life, and reap the rewards of decades of hard work.

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Which Type of Property is Best for Investment?

I’ll get straight to the point… I believe the middle-ring suburbs of our big capital cities will be the best

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15 habits that transformed 177 average people into self-made millionaires in just 12 years

Your daily habits are the reason you are rich, poor or stuck in the middle class. They are the reason

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The Reasons NOT to Invest in Australian Property

Key takeaways The property pessimists are out again with their predictions of falling property values because of a rise of

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If You Could Live the Second Half of Your Life Differently From The First, What Would You Do With It?

If you are serious about building your own property investment business, one that one day will deliver you financial security…

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Will the Federal Election Really Shake Up the Property Market? Let’s Bust Some Myths

Key takeaways A lot of people are wondering how the upcoming federal election will affect our housing markets. While uncertainty

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How much do Australians need to earn to afford average rental now?

Key takeaways Housing affordability has always been a challenge, but today’s rental crisis is pushing even middle-income earners into financial

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How to Build and Sustain Wealth Through Property with Aaron Christie-David

In today’s show Aaron Christie-David interviews me and asked how I’ve built the substantial property bought for the White investors

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Overcoming the Hidden Barriers to Investing and Business Success

Key takeaways Many investors and business owners unknowingly sabotage their own success—not because they lack knowledge, but because of cognitive

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Mortgage Defaults Drop as Offset Balances Hit Record Highs – What It Means for Borrowers

It’s been two years of interest rate hikes, rising cost-of-living pressures, and constant warnings about mortgage stress. And yet, Australian

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You Won’t Believe How Long It Really Takes Properties to Double In Value

Key takeaways The idea that property prices double every 7-10 years is a myth. Historical data shows highly variable growth

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[PODACAST] 40 property investment lessons I learned in the last 4 decades

Hindsight is a wonderful thing, isn’t it? Let me ask you a question… with the benefit of hindsight and knowing

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Asset rich but cash flow poor? Coinvesting in property with your super could be the solution

In a previous blog, I compared the financial and tax effectiveness of investing in property through your super (with borrowings) versus

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How will the Federal Election impact the Australian property market?

With the 2025 Federal Election looming, Australian property investors and homebuyers are naturally keen to understand how the electoral outcomes

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Is this the beginning of the property supercycle?

Key takeaways National property values have increased for the second consecutive month. A limited supply of properties for sale is

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12 quotes from the masters

Here are 12 great vitamins for the mind from two great masters: Jim Rohn and Brian Tracy… 1. “I remember

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How Cyclone Alfred is Shaking Up Brisbane’s Rental Market

Key takeaways Vacancy rates were hovering around 1%, making it extremely tough for tenants to find rentals. Even minor storm

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The most valuable thing your money can buy…

We all know that money can’t buy happiness. If you’re unhappy before you make a lot of money then extra

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Why They Don’t Work in the Real World

Many aspiring property investors are drawn to the idea of “no money down” deals—a dream scenario where you buy a

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How the housing market has changed

Key takeaways One of the most significant factors five years on from March 2020 is how housing values have changed.

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The Silent Mortgage Squeezing Aussie Homeowners—And It’s Not Interest Rates

Key takeaways Over the past decade, council rates have increased by 39% nationally, outpacing inflation and adding financial strain to

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[PODCAST] 5 ways I’m going to ensure my property investments outperform this property cycle

In today’s show I’d like to remind you of some of the foundational principles I use to grow my wealth.

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Why We Must Shift From Reaction to Prevention

Key takeaways Australia struggles with housing affordability, a rental property shortage, an overburdened healthcare system, and climate change. Governments often

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The Formula Behind Metropole’s Best Property Deals with Brett Warren

In this episode, Brett Warren and I discuss the intricacies of property investment, focusing on the importance of strategic planning,

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The most important piece of property data for the next decade you have NOT considered

If you’re a property nerd like me, and like to keep up to date with and continually analyse the data

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The Miracle of Personal Development

One day Mr Shoaff said, “Jim if you want to be wealthy and happy, learn this lesson well: Learn to

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Understanding the Hollowing Out of Australia’s Middle Class

Key takeaways The mid-sized Weet-Bix boxes in the cereal aisle are disappearing, and this is a metaphor for the hollowing

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Will 2025 Be the Year of the Investor? Mortgage Trends Point to a Shift

Have you noticed that property investors are surging ahead while first-home buyers and owner-occupiers take a backseat? The latest mortgage

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The New Victorian Rental Reforms: A Balancing Act or a Scale Tipped Against Landlords?

In the world of property investment, the winds of change have brought with them a set of rental reforms in

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10 Lessons You Can Learn From Nelson Mandela

There’s a lot we can learn from the late, great Nelson Mandela. He has left a lasting legacy of forgiveness

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9 Simple Rules of Property Investment

Key takeaways Financial freedom starts with spending less than you earn, saving wisely, and investing in growth assets. Capital growth

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Women lead the charge in Australia’s $5 Trillion wealth transfer

Women are set to be the primary beneficiaries of Australia’s intergenerational wealth transfer, claiming about 65% of nearly $5 trillion

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40 property investment lessons I learned in the last 4 decades

Key takeaways With the benefit of hindsight and knowing what you know now if you had the opportunity to do

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Australia’s economy has turned the corner, and consumer spending was a big help

Australia’s economy expanded at the fastest pace in two years in the December quarter, boosted by an improvement in household

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How Young Australians Are Transforming Suburban Living

Did you know that some Australian suburbs are undergoing a generational revolution? Across the country, certain neighbourhoods are seeing a

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The Tide Turns To Tenants with Leanne Jopson

If you’re like many property investors, you’ve had more than your share of frustrations over the last couple of years,

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The Future of Australian Cities

Key takeaways Today’s outer suburbs (e.g., Tarneit, Officer, Marsden Park) will become the middle suburbs of tomorrow, just like Doncaster

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What would you say to your younger self

When we are young, we think we know it all. We have our whole lives ahead of us, and the

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The two choices we face

Each of us has two distinct choices to make about what we will do with our lives. The first choice

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The Habits That Build Fortunes, with Brett Warren

If you’ve ever wondered why some people seem to climb the ladder of wealth with ease while others feel stuck

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What Property Investors Need to Know

When you think about property investment, risks like interest rates or market downturns might come to mind. But here’s a

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The 6 Reasons Why You Can’t Become Rich in Australia

Do you dream of becoming wealthy and achieving financial freedom? If so, then you might have wondered why some people

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Lower Interest Rates to Ignite New Wave of Development

Exciting news for the Melbourne property market – the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has just announced a reduction in

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“Gut Feel” is a Dangerous Strategy in This Market

Are you lucky enough to be in the position to be able to consider investing and making the most of

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The Dangerous Game You Shouldn’t Play!

Key takeaways 2025 is here and with it, property forecasts are popping up everywhere. But let’s be real, our past

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What Buyers Are Looking for in High-End Developments

Luxury real estate revolves around the buying behavior of wealthy individuals who purchase homes that suit their lifestyle needs and

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Is the Great Australian Dream Slipping Away for First-Home Buyers?

Key takeaways According to Domain’s First Home Buyer Report 2025, the road to homeownership remains steep, despite some marginal improvements

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I looked at 35 years of data to see how Australians vote. Here’s what it tells us about the next election

In the 2022 federal election, two demographics were key to the final outcome: women and young people. With another election

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Women under-represented in investment property ownership

Key takeaways Overall, there is strong parity in ownership between men and women with 64.4% of men and 62.7% of

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[PODCAST] What’s Ahead for Property? Key Trends Shaping Our Markets

In today’s Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, Pete Wargent and I discuss a raft of macro factors

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Timeless Lessons for Investors and Business Leaders

Key takeaways Challenges like pandemics or financial crises are temporary. A positive outlook fosters resilience and better long-term outcomes for

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Success is easy, but so is neglect

People often ask me how I became successful in that six-year period of time while many of the people I

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Growth patterns shift in select regional markets

Key takeaways Signs of a slowdown are emerging in select regional markets, with growth rates halving across Gladstone. Queensland and

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Brett Warren’s Blueprint for Property Success

Today, I interview my good friend and business partner – Brett Warren, the National Director of Property at Metropole. Brett

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Population update 2025 – Expect 500,000 new people per annum

Strong population growth will increase housing demand, both to buy and rent. Australia’s population growth rose by some 550,000 last