If you are looking for an experienced and trustworthy buyers agent in Queensland, one of the first things to check is whether they are accredited by respected industry bodies. In a growing industry where not all professionals follow the same standards, accreditation is one of the clearest ways for you, as the buyer, to ensure…
Selling a property is one of the most significant financial decisions a person can make, yet too often, it is done without the right support or strategic guidance. While much attention is given to buyers and the mistakes they might make, it is sellers who often carry deep regret once the dust settles. And time…
Technology is reshaping the property industry at lightning speed. Artificial intelligence (AI) tools can now analyse thousands of listings, detect trends, and calculate yields in seconds. Some buyer’s agents are even promoting AI-only services to locate properties for their clients. We were recently informed by a business associate of a buyer’s agent who uses AI…
After recently relocating from New Zealand, our lovely clients were ready to make Australia their long-term home. With teenage children and a desire to settle into the community where they had gained employment, they were looking to purchase their first family home, close to the school where their children would be attending. Their brief was…
When our clients approached us with their vision for a lifestyle property, they painted a vivid picture: expansive acreage, sunrise or sunset views, no close neighbours, and enough fertile land to potentially run a small cattle farm. Location was important, within an hour’s drive from Brisbane, but it was the land and the views that…
When it comes to investing in property, there’s one mindset shift that can completely transform your outcomes: treat it like a business. Whether you’re purchasing your first investment property or expanding a growing portfolio, approaching property investment with the same strategic thinking and discipline as you would running a business sets you up for long-term…
Sometimes, an investment purchase is about more than just numbers—it’s about setting the stage for your future. Recently, I had the privilege of working with an investor couple whose vision was clear: secure their dream retirement home now, rent it out in the interim, and move in when the time is right. Their brief was…
After decades in their family home, our lovely retiree clients were needing to downsize. They wanted something smaller, easier to maintain, but still with space for their hobbies and caravan. Most importantly, they wanted to remain close to their family and familiar community in the Lockyer Valley. Their brief was clear: a modest, low-maintenance home…
When our client first engaged our services last year, he was looking to make his first step into the property investment world. Just 12 months later—with solid growth behind him and increased equity—he was ready for round two. This time, he wanted to diversify his portfolio by purchasing a low-maintenance unit in a tightly held…
When it comes to property investment, every investor knows that maximizing returns is key. But did you know that one of the most effective ways to boost your investment returns might be right under your nose? It’s called a depreciation schedule, and it could save you thousands in tax deductions each year. But what exactly…