I came across an incredible story recently while talking to one of our advisors. He’d helped a client put an excellent new-build investment under contract and had just received the bank valuation back from the financier. It had come in $70,000 below the contract price...
There’s a well-worn phrase that works not just as a punchline to a ribald joke… it’s that size does not matter. And in many scenarios, this can be true, particularly when it comes to small but influential people. Patty Mills, our most celebrated Olympic basketballer,...
There’s nothing quite like a bright shiny thing for catching attention. It’s human nature for a shimmer off the surface to draw your gaze. You see it everywhere. Necks crane as a high-end automobile whizzes by. A new architectural home emerges and suddenly the street...
After an extraordinary 2021 in property, it’s not hard to imagine we’re all bulletproof investors heading into this year. There are signs momentum in the market is ramping up once more. This might seem like a great thing on the surface, but there’s something different...
Opinions are like bellybuttons… everybody has one! Finding advice on anything is easy. Simply jump into a taxi and you’ll receive a full gamut of views on how stuffed our political situation is. Or strike up a conversation at a bus stop and watch your fellow commuter...
Most of us make New Year’s resolutions. Drop some weight, call our mums regularly, see friends more often… we are full of good intentions at the beginning of each year. Unfortunately for most, the motivation starts strong and then peters out as everyday happenings get...
There’s a well-worn philosophy on investing that I‘ve seen rolled out time and again by some advisors. It suggests investors should try and buy the best-quality, highest-priced, blue-chip property they can afford as close as they can to a major CBD. The reasoning...
Most people have heard the famous quote from the Oracle of Omaha, Warren Buffet, which says, “Be fearful when others are greedy, and greedy when others are fearful.” It’s the classic counter-intuitive investor’s creed. When everyone else is doing one thing, you should...
One of the foundational elements of the property game is selling. Whether it’s real estate, professional services or a particular investment strategy, the seller’s plan is to convince the buyer that they’d be mad to pass up the opportunity. The unfortunate thing is...
The 2021 PIPA Annual Property Investor Sentiment Survey was conducted in August 2021 and surveyed Australia’s existing and aspiring property investors to reveal the mood, confidence and key trends underlying the Australian property investment market. Please click on...
The Olympic Games are coming to Brisbane in 2032, Tim Lawless from CoreLogic discusses the impact this will have on the Brisbane Property Market. The Olympics should work as a positive influence on Brisbane housing market conditions, however, with the Games still some...
Dear Investor The Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) would like your help! We are currently surveying Australia’s existing and aspiring property investors to reveal the mood, confidence, and key trends underlying the Australian property investment...
There are many metrics in the analytical quiver of property advisors. Some are more crucial than others, but they all help identify locations with great investment potential. Among the flock of numbers is vacancy rates, a lead indicator that can telegraph the imminent...
When it comes to property markets there are a lot of ‘truisms’ put out there. They’re sayings which are supposed to deliver a dose of entrenched wisdom as bite-size intelligence. It feels there’s no property quandary that can’t be solved by phrases such as, “Location!...
REIA President, Adrian Kelly discusses the highest increase in houses prices over the last quarter, (Read More) Hyperlink to read more (Open in new tab) -...
You may have heard property investment is a numbers game with very little room for emotion.It’s a stoic assessment of buy-in price, rental returns and outgoings. A constant analysis of cost-benefit events that lead you along a calculable path to wealth. While, for the...
Tumultuous and challenging, 2020 tested the tenacity of just about every person on the planet. And in Australia, we’ve really shown our mettle. Our national response has been a very Aussie one – we get on with it, help each other where we can and conduct ourselves...
There’s been some dire economic news delivered to the Australian public throughout 2020. From falling retail spending and GDP contraction to challenges with mainland China and the loss of export opportunities. But perhaps the most widely relatable among all the...
CLICK TO DOWNLOAD THE RESULTS The results are in, showing that investors still seeing opportunities in the market across Australia. Certainly worth a read to get insight into what investors are thinking during 2020 The majority of property investors have remained...
In this special monthly video update, PIPA Chairperson, Peter Koulizos analyses every capital city market over the past 15 years to determine whether time in the market or timing the market produced the best capital growth. https://player.vimeo.com/video/456381113...
There is one real estate adage that gets pounded into our minds time and again. It’s almost insidious. You can barely look at a real estate article or watch a renovation show without it mentioning the three most important elements of successful property investment...
One thing that surprises me about research on a suburb’s investment potential is the way analysts fall back on the same measures time and again. Median price movements and sale volumes seem to feature regularly, while vacancy rates and rental growth often make the...
In this special monthly video update, PIPA Chairperson, Peter Koulizos discusses residential property post-COVID-19. https://vimeo.com/446322928 Video Transcript – PIPA Chairperson, Peter Koulizos discusses residential property post-COVID-19. Hi, welcome to the PIPA...
Read the latest updates from PICA - Property Investor Council of Australia. CLICK BELOW IMAGE TO READ
Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) chair Peter Koulizos said that there is no need to panic with the recent release of unemployment figures. “Homeowners and property investors should take comfort in the resilience of real estate during previous...
7 Key Factors When Choosing a Builder One of the best decisions you’ll make as an investor is relying on the specialist advice of experienced, independent qualified professionals. Not only does it help you sort through the white noise and make smart choices, but it...
“Diversification is a shark net” You may have heard the saying “When you’re on a good thing, stick to it.” While this should be applied to relationships, restaurants and a cold beer on a summer’s day, when it comes to property investing, I prefer the tried-and-true...
When it comes to identifying a suburb with potential, most investors believe they have the willpower to stick with the numbers and avoid emotion. But in reality, it’s tough. We’re naturally skewed toward the hometown advantage and the comfort of familiarity. As a...
Elizabeth Tilley discusses in the Courier Mail on the weekend, rent resilient suburbs in QLD through COVID-19. https://www.realestate.com.au/news/the-rentproof-southeast-qld-suburbs-buyers-should-invest-in/
As we head further into 2020 and the uncertainty it’s thrust upon us, it would be easy to simply accept defeat, jump back into bed and hide under the covers. Yes, times like these have a tendency to break peoples’ resolve, but it doesn’t have to be that way. In fact,...
You don’t have to look hard in order to uncover information suggesting there’s a magic bullet for investing. ‘Buy cash flow positive’ or ‘Seek small development projects’ might be a mantra for some, but these words usually come from a vested interest, especially ones...
Elizabeth Tilley, Real Estate Reporter discuss with ASPIRE Property Advisor Network on Bridgeman Downs in QLD. The Below article was published in the Courier Mail 22nd Feb 2020 (Page 35).
Article posted today by Kell Anderson on Domain.com.au looking at Bridgeman Downs in QLD, which was also recently rated in the top 10 suburbs for growth. CLICK HERE TO READ KELL ANDERSEN FEB 18, 2020 - Domain.com.au When most Brisbanites think of Bridgeman Downs,...
Buying investment property interstate Property investment is about achieving a result to match your goals and strategy. The strategic advantage of working with accredited ASPIRE advisors is they have a national perspective of available investment property...
A great read, the 17th edition of the PIPA Adviser magazine out now! CLICK HERE to read In this month's issue, the PIPA Adviser features: • Investors upbeat but considering finance options • Why you need to be selective if investing in WA • Margaret Lomas reflects on...
The Answer is Yes! The Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) recently released their report, PIPA Annual Investor Sentiment Survey 2019. It found that 82% of the 1,200 investors surveyed believed now is a great time to purchase an investment property....