Key takeaways Landlords will soon be banned from evicting tenants without “reasonable grounds” in...

The very first article that I wrote for a magazine was published 21 years...

Key takeaways There are stronger rental growth trends in larger dwellings, potentially reflecting the...

We’ve all heard about to-do lists. The best to-do lists incorporate daily activities that...

Key takeaways Warren Buffett’s theory on the lottery of life is a powerful reminder...

I was 24 when I took my first flight on a plane. Growing up...

Key takeaways The average Australian doesn’t become wealthy through property investment because they expect...

About PropertyUpdate PropertyUpdate.com.au is Australia’s leading property investment wealth creation website with tips, advice...

Key takeaways Property investment can be an exciting way to build your assets, grow...

Perth is showing little evidence of a slowdown, recording a 2% rise in values...

Australia is now in the same league as Lithuania, Estonia and Hungary when it...

Receiving an inheritance can be a life-changing event, but also one filled with heightened...

Key takeaways Investment-grade properties typically require a budget of around $1.5 million in Melbourne,...

As a Mentor, I’ve come across a large number of people in a huge...

Key takeaways Many people believe that wealthy successful property investors “got lucky”, but the...

Welcome to another Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney podcast, where I chat...

Key takeaways There’s no need to complicate matters, because there are three key housing...

Key takeaways Corelogic’s National Home Value Index growth has eased through the month, from...

Key takeaways In the world of property investment, a troubling phenomenon often rears its...

One of the most common traits that bonds people to great success and power,...

In recent weeks I have noticed something interesting when speaking with potential clients. More...

Believe it or not, Melbourne has one of the highest populations of millionaires in...

Over the past few years, the Australian property market has seen a pronounced disparity...

Did you know that you have many options when it comes to deciding the...

The latest numbers on new home starts are out and it isn’t good news...

For years, the dream of homeownership has seemed increasingly out of reach for many....

I’d like to share with you some of my thoughts on risk, and how...

Melbourne, a vibrant and culturally rich city, is a treasure trove of museums catering...

In the fourth instalment of my series on development, I’ll walk you through each...

It feels like we are living in busy times. According to the OECD Better...

Key takeaways The average Australian has a very short financial time frame. Often they...

The average individual performs far below their abilities. They do what they have to...

Key takeaways State governments across Australia are increasingly turning to property owners to fill...

Key takeaways Australia’s average wealth-per-adult increased by nearly 10% in 2023, more than twice...

The lion’s share of your property’s value is in the land, therefore you should...

As today marks World Population Day, we’re taking a closer at one of the population...

Key takeaways Property taps into some of our strongest needs and desires, and as...

The conversation around Australia’s housing crisis often circles back to a familiar refrain: we...

Key takeaways There are 11 million dwellings in Australia with a total value of...

On today’s episode, Dr. Nicola Powell, the Chief of Research and Economics at Domain,...

The new figures for the Australian and state population in December 2023 are out...

Purchasing a first home is one of the most joyful moments in people’s lives,...

Australia’s total credit card debt attracting interest charges has dropped for the first time...

Today we’re going to dive into the world of wealth creation and breaking the...

Key takeaways If you’re looking to eventually develop financial freedom by building a substantial...

It’s quite common for one spouse to assume the primary responsibility for managing household...

Key takeaways The monthly CPI indicator showed inflation increasing in the year to May,...

Is this more good news for coffee lovers, or a case of being careful...

One of the most eye-catching things in the most recent inflation data, aside from...

It’s no secret, that Australians love their coffee. Here is what he had to...

Key takeaways Many property market experts are misguiding novice investors with their anecdotes of...

Birth rates are falling in the six most populated countries in the world, though...

Key takeaways The prospect of strong capital gains is luring investors back into the...

The common rhetoric in the media is that property prices just can’t keep going...

About five years ago The Grattan Institute released a great report on Australia’s urban...

Parents often ask me how they can help their children into property. Some even...

Have you ever considered getting involved in property development? With the good old boom...

While we regularly talk about property on this show, today we delve into the...

What if the government was doing everything it could to stop thieves making off...

The interest rate hiking cycle might have peaked, but it’ll be some time until...

Key takeaways Foreign buyers have significantly increased their purchases of Australian real estate over...

In my five-year study of the daily habits of the rich and poor, I...

Australians tucked an additional $6.53 billion away in the bank in May as household...

Recently the Australian Taxation Office sent around a bulletin busting 5 common tax myths....

Key takeaways Investors should focus on selecting the right neighbourhood when making their property...

Moving to Australia may seem like an easy task, but you need insider info...

Key takeaways Australian home values have risen 35.6% since the COVID-19 pandemic hit Australia...

Are you feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the conflicting information about Australia’s housing...

Key takeaways The Minns government will build apartment blocks for Sydney’s essential workers, offering...

Millennials who delay buying their first home are putting themselves at huge risk of...

Key takeaways The NSW Government is planning to increase property owners’ insurance costs by...

I have a very special episode for you today, where you’ll hear Mark Bouris...

Property Development involves a wide range of activities and processes from purchasing land, building...

Key takeaways Victoria’s rental market is facing significant challenges, with a net loss of...

We are currently witnessing what could be described as the greatest wealth transfer in...

Many investors think that the hardest part of becoming an investor is searching for...

Key takeaways It’s really a combination of our mindset, habits, and behaviours that rule...

As the modern workplace changes, commercial properties as old-fashioned office plans are replaced by...

Key takeaways Property investors come in all shapes, sizes… and professions. But surgeons, anaesthetists...

Home prices have surged in recent years, mortgage rates have climbed, and household incomes...

Key takeaways Mortgage arrears have been rising from their COVID lows of just 1.0%...

Today’s episode will not be a property episode, but it will definitely relate to...

Key takeaways When commenting on the state of Australia’s housing market, many commentators compare...

No one ever sets up a business with the intention to fail. Rather, entrepreneurial...

Key takeaways The cash rate was held firm at 4.35% in June, and is...

The total amount of money stashed in offset accounts has hit another record high...

When it comes to renovating, the majority of home renovation projects are an investment...

Queensland Treasurer Cameron Dick unveiled the 2024-25 Budget, a mixed bag of cost-of-living relief...

As concerns about environmental sustainability and energy efficiency continue to grow, homeowners are increasingly...

If you’re a property investor, the most common question you will likely ask is,...

Key takeaways What’s my net worth? While I don’t answer this question with a...

In Australia, Generation X born between 1965 and 1980, is shaping the housing landscape with...

Housing affordability for home buyers has finally turned a corner with the March quarter...

Today I’d like to explain to you why our housing crisis is going to...

Australia continues to endure a rental crisis, where extremely low vacancies, low stock and...

Impulse purchases are costing people thousands of dollars every year, according to new research...

Key takeaways Investors are increasingly shying away from investing in apartments, because of the...

Crisis conditions have gripped Australia’s rental markets in recent years, with affordable rentals now...

Insurance is one thing that many Aussies overlook. But whether you’re a homeowner or...

Key takeaways There are always stories about the challenges of housing affordability in the...

Key takeaways About 70 per cent of investors own one solitary property, and of...

As you ponder home improvements, double glazing often surfaces as a potential upgrade. But...

Post-COVID housing stress has been especially intense in Queensland. Brisbane property prices have climbed...

Younger Australians in their mid-to-late twenties have significantly reduced their spending more than any...

Key takeaways Property prices are unlikely to get cheaper, so consider taking the plunge...

You might be surprised to learn that wrangling a couple of little monsters and...

Key takeaways As a seasoned property investor, I’ve witnessed firsthand the intricate dance of...

The “latte line” is the infamous, invisible boundary that divides Sydney between the more...

Key takeaways The influx of people arriving in Australia, either as permanent residents or...

Key takeaways Victoria’s high property taxes, soaring state debt, and mandated improvements have increased...

Key takeaways In a world where 75% of will contests are successful, it’s clear...

I’ve met so many investors who are fixated on rental yields – but for...

In the digital era, the job market is increasingly becoming a minefield – demanding...

The statistics say it all-around 92% of Australians who invest in property never make...

Key takeaways In 2017, Griffith University estimated that Australians would pass on $3.5 trillion...

Creating a healthy home environment is essential for the well-being of everyone residing within....

Key takeaways The underlying demand for housing is determined by the size of our...

Are you planning to sell your home and feeling overwhelmed by the clutter? Note:...

The prospect of cash rate cuts in 2024 remains in doubt following higher than...

The Australian investment landscape offers a plethora of options, and venturing beyond the traditional...

Key takeaways You’ll need to estimate your taxable income for the 2023/24 financial year...

Australians are still intending to retire, on average, between their 65th and 66th birthdays,...

Key takeaways Regional home values hit a new record high in April, after recording...

Key takeaways Australia’s housing crisis has become a fierce political battle that could have...

Key takeaways If you own an investment property and rent it out, you can...

As the year progresses and autumn turns into winter, at least here in Australia,...

Victoria has become Australia’s second-most popular state for international buyers and tenants eyeing a...

Key takeaways Property prices increase significantly over time, and the earlier you start investing,...

Key takeaways As tax time approaches, it’s time to get your financial ducks in...

The magnificent coastline, free-spirited lifestyle, and amenities started to weigh less for the young...

Key takeaways While the near-term risks for the RBA cash rate are probably on...

Key takeaways Over the past four weeks, new listings were 18% above this time...

Key takeaways The current situation for first-home buyers is unlike anything we’ve seen before,...

A whirlwind of change sweeps through Australia’s property investment market. According to a Statista...

Key takeaways Successful investors are comfortable with the reality that their future can’t be...

Declining death rates among children have been one of humanity’s most important achievements. Across...

If you google my name – God forbid – then more often than not,...

Key takeaways We’re almost half way through 2024, and our property markets are surprising...

Key takeaways Choosing the right property is crucial for financial stability and lifestyle satisfaction....

Key takeaways Most Australian investors own just one investment property, and only 18 per...

Australia’s acute shortage of skilled trades is beginning to ease, thanks to a slowdown...

Key takeaways FOMO (fear of missing out) is starting to show itself – as...

Key takeaways As of 2023, 30.7% of Australia’s population was born overseas, the highest...

I’ve said it before: it’s always been difficult to buy your first property. No...

Key takeaways Australia is going through an infrastructure boom. This follows from a building...

Key takeaways For a Budget that made housing a central focus, the federal government...

Receiving an inheritance can be a life-changing event, but also one filled with heightened...

During your career as an investor, you’ll no doubt read at least a few...

I’ve had conversations with plenty of discouraged folks who are in their 50s (or...

Some of the biggest mansions in Australia are fetching record prices as it becomes...

The Housing Industry Association (HIA), has highlighted a significant challenge in meeting the Australian...

Australians rely on plastic to get through to payday. In fact, more than one...

Key takeaways Deposit requirements vary among lenders, but generally, a 20% deposit is recommended...

Moving into a new home is exciting and stressful at the same time.There are...

Australia is an entrepreneurial country of more than two million small businesses. Perhaps it’s...

Key takeaways We’re now 16 months in to a new property cycle. Early in...

Key takeaways 12% of Australians have switched to shared housing in last 12 months....

Investing in property has never been more dynamic. Emerging technologies are reshaping investment management....

Have the Perth and Adelaide housing markets peaked? And if so, where will we...

Key takeaways Australia’s property market has become a picture of resilience and decline, showcasing...

The Victorian government is tightening its grip on rental property standards in response to...

Key takeaways In April 2024, the number of national residential property listings decreased by...

Downsizing to a smaller house can sometimes feel overwhelming, but at some stage in...

Saving for a home deposit is a significant milestone for many, but the path...

One glance is all it takes to reveal the inherent risk of construction sites....

Key takeaways After a 0.8% rise in April, Australian’s median rent hit a new...

As our property markets move into the upswing phase of the property cycle there...

I recently celebrated a another birthday. I won’t tell you how old I am,...

It’s fascinating to see how millennials are reshaping the landscape of property investment. Recent...

Australia’s rental market plunged into crisis over the last few years, as supply dwindled...

The jury is still out on how the global economy is expected to perform...

Key takeaways The Australian rental market is witnessing a significant shift, with higher-income earners...

People form the foundation of society, determining all manner of things from housing needs...

We know we are experiencing a housing crisis, due to a shortage of dwellings...

In Australia, buying or selling property is a significant legal and financial undertaking, often...

If you visit southern Greece or Tunisia, you might notice lots of white rooftops...

Australia’s biggest bank, CBA, has revised its cash rate forecast, reducing the number of...

Creating a comfortable and stylish home doesn’t need to be a lengthy or costly...

Regret is part and parcel of everyday life. We all have a list of...

Key takeaways Of course, nothing in this world is free — especially property investment advice....

Running a country as vast as Australia is no easy feat. To keep things...

Key takeaways Here are six of his best tips for parents wanting to help...

Forbes has released its annual rich list for 2024 revealing the world’s richest people....

Key takeaways Australia is slowly moving through an enormous spike in overseas migration, with...

Key takeaways Millennials will drive demand for larger living spaces in suburban areas, leading...

Key takeaways Australia’s population is growing at the fastest rate since the 1950s, and...

Earlier this month, a Hong Kong company lost HK$200 million (A$40 million) in a...

What lies ahead for Australia in the next 10 years? Well, Simon Kuestenmacher highlighted...

One of the challenges our government is facing in handling the housing crisis is...

Key takeaways Home prices hit another record with the combined capital house and unit...

Arranging for a property valuation prior to purchase, or a valuation on a property...

Want to save the planet? Or money? Your goal doesn’t matter! Conserving water in...

If the dreaded black spores are invading your rental property, you want to deal...

Key takeaways Over the past two decades, median house price growth has been 5.3%...

The federal government’s Help to Buy scheme is before the parliament. Both the Coalition...

Key takeaways How do you choose an investment-grade property that will outperform the averages...

If you’re anything like me, you love consuming information via podcasts. While there are...

Have you ever caught yourself daydreaming about retiring on a sunny Caribbean island? If...

The landscape of retirement in Australia is shifting. Thanks to COVID-19, many Australians postponed...

Key takeaways Australia’s housing market has become harder for first-home buyers to access over...