The budget predicts our GDP or our combined wealth to leap from a 2.5% increase to a 3% increase next year. Obviously the wealthier we are, the happier we are, the more money we spend and the more jobs we create. Over two hundred thousand new jobs last year and over three hundred thousand the year…
G'day! Where is the Australian economy taking the property market? This week I chat with Clifford Bennett, an International Economist, to explore how property investment sits within Australia’s current economic environment. If you’re wondering when to buy and how to maximise the return on your…
It’s long been recognized that a looming election will put consumer’s hands in their pockets, reluctant to spend until the final outcome of the election is revealed. And the same goes for investors. A recent survey, reported in the Sydney Morning Herald earlier this week, showed that for the past…
G'day! This week I speak to National Manager of Property Club, Troy Gunasekera. He is often asked about the stability of the property market. Troy explores the issues around the supply and demand for residential property, and discusses his view of the gap in supply. Watch the video to see what the…
G'day! This week I chat with Rob Wellings, the Young Investors Club President, and young investor Matthew Graw. Matthew has some great questions about how to get started in property investment from a young age. Property Club also has some useful software that helps young investors determine if they…
G'day! This week I interview Bernard Salt about the differences in the generations and their interest in property investing. I want to know when Generation Y is going to start investing in property. As Bernard outlines, they tend to be happy living in the moment, and staying in their parent’s home…
G'day! I recently had the opportunity to chat with the Gold Coast City Mayor, Tom Tate and discover some exciting projects that will drive growth on the Gold Coast. These projects will not only drive investment leading up to the 2018 Commonwealth Games but will have significant impact for property…
"I bought from the Club in 2009 and according to the local agent it is still worth the same price." - Club Investor We occasionally get such questions from our members. We don't control the markets but we can point to history where property prices had doubled every seven to ten years. Now, with…
G'day! Is your property in a sleepy period? You’re not alone, this is a regular pattern we see with a lot of property investors who are worried that there are ‘too many bananas in the store’. The thing is, we are in property for the long term. An area that might be in a sleepy period this year, is…
G'day! Do you own an investment property in a mining area? While I’ve never recommended purchasing in these areas, anyone who has may now be worried about what to do with them - watch this video for my tips. If you are an investor caught in the demise of mining town properties, tune in and share…