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There's a question I get asked constantly, and it's almost always framed the wrong way. "Michael, how many properties do I need to retire?" The better question, the one that actually leads to wealth, this: "What kind of properties do I need to own?" After 50 years of investing, I can tell you that the...

Most property investors spend considerable time analysing suburb growth trends, rental yields, and purchase prices. Far fewer pay serious attention to what happens inside the buildings they own, specifically the electrical systems and HVAC equipment that tenants rely on every single day. Building systems are not as visible or exciting as capital growth projections. But...

A buyer scrolling through listings on realestate.com.au or Domain has already made a series of decisions before the agent's phone rings. They have filtered by suburb, price range, and bedroom count. They have looked at the headline photo. They have decided, in a few seconds, whether this property is worth opening. What happens in the...

As we prepare for a significant week ahead in the realm of real estate and property investment, the implications of proposed changes in legislation are set to unfold in Parliament. In a look behind the scenes, with the aim of unpacking the discussions surrounding these changes, I had a chat with seasoned experts Michael Yardney...

In our modern economy, nearly every system is engineered to extract your hard-earned dollars. Credit-card companies flood your inbox with “pre-approved” offers. Retailers use algorithms to trigger impulse buys at the exact moment your willpower dips – typically in the checkout line. Social media bombards you with FOMO-fueled ads for the latest gadget, vacation, or...