Sunday Blog - Expert property investment insights

I had a call this week from a client who has been contemplating a home upgrade for the better part of a year. Her question was the one I hear almost daily right now: “Is this actually a good time to buy, or am I about to make a mistake?” I understood the hesitation completely.…

There is something very seductive about a cheap apartment. A buyer sees an established apartment in a great location with a price tag that looks surprisingly modest, and it is easy to think, What’s the catch? Sometimes there isn’t one. But sometimes the catch is sitting in the owners corporation records, buried in an AGM…

Yesterday I had an inspection to conduct with clients in Geelong. My daughter was on the road with me too, happy to sit in the car, waiting for me as I completed my inspections. She seemed surprised as we drove down some Geelong West streets. “Mumma, this streetscape feels like Seddon”, she said. It dawned…

Sometimes when I’m writing this Sunday Blog, I like to shine a spotlight on a suburb that consistently earns its place on buyers’ shortlists, and often this is following an exciting purchase. This week, it’s Coburg. An exciting townhouse purchase for lovely clients of ours prompted today’s blog. This well-presented townhouse with lock up garage…

Every winter, Victorian buyers begin asking the same question: When will more homes come onto the market? It’s a fair question. Throughout much of winter, the biggest frustration for buyers is the a lack of quality listings. Across Melbourne’s established suburbs, well-positioned homes continue to attract strong enquiry and competitive bidding, yet buyers often find…

Investing in established property as we knew it has completely changed. On 12 May 2026, the Labour government announced some proposed changes to both negative gearing and capital gains discounts, and since then the proposed changes have been legislated. Negative gearing benefits for those who either owned, (or had entered into a contract) before 7.30pm…

For many Australians, buying a home is both an emotional milestone and the largest financial decision they will ever make. It is the place where memories are made, families grow and life unfolds. However, while lifestyle considerations naturally influence purchasing decisions, it is equally important to recognise that a home is often the cornerstone of…

Yesterday I caught up with a good friend of mine, Max. We met almost two decades ago, when I assisted Max and his partner with a property acquisition. As a lawyer who saw the paperwork side of property transactions, Max was ntrigued by the auction process., In fact, he was so intrigued that he asked…

If you’ve spent any time house-hunting in Melbourne’s inner-west, you’ll know the usual suspects by heart. Yarraville has the gorgeous village, restaurants, parklands and the Sun Theatre. Seddon also offers the cafes and restaurants, and superb Victorian cottages. Footscray boasts the food scene, with plenty of bars, restaurants and incredible Indian, African and Vietnamese food,…

Some of the greatest challenges buyers face when inspecting established homes is an inability to visualise simple changes. From paint colour, to a different arrangement of furniture. Not every buyer is able to visualise what the property could become. In fact, staging companies have made a living out of furnishing property to showcase each one…

It’s the question I’m getting asked almost every day right now. And I understand completely why. In just a matter of weeks, Melbourne’s property market has shifted gear. We started 2026 with genuine momentum; strong investor enquiry, first home buyer activity, and a sense that the city was finally turning a corner after some lean…

I popped up a post the other day on socials and I got a lot of responses. Some people reached out, and it made me appreciate that what I have is very special. Not only that, many people wish they could have this kind of affinity with their own home. When people think about buying…