Last month, Australian Property Investor Magazine once again approached Justin Hagen, Sales Director and Keaton Luck, Sales Representative at Calibre Real Estate to share their views on the current market situation and assess the performance of various suburbs. Please find below an abstract of the article “Brisbane’s 10 Best and Worst Suburbs, and What’s Hot in 2024,” recently published in the Australian Property Investor magazine. Explore the trends, emerging hotspots, and industry insights within the Brisbane real estate market. (Image source: F Photography R/Shutterstock.com)     ..read more

The suburbs that delivered the best and worst property market performance over the past year are an eclectic mix, but experts have still ventured to make their predictions for the locations and property types tipped to excel in 2024.                                     An erratic Brisbane property market has over the past year delivered some wildly different capital growth – and capital decline – outcomes across the city. The differing performance for the various real estate markets was not limited to loc ..read more

Hamptons-style homes are luxurious and airy – perfect for Australia yet created half a world away on for the coastline of Long Island, New York. Their elegant, timeless embrace of natural timbers, natural light and outdoor living has made this design approach hugely popular and a high-value choice for renovators. Hamptons homes are immediately recognisable for their gable roof and plantation shutters. These are beautifully complemented by a palette of whites and creams, soft greys and blues that create a luxurious, by-the-sea atmosphere. Here are some tips to help bring a touch of Hampton’s s ..read more

Few improvements to a home make a bigger impact than brand new flooring! It offers a wonderful sense of renewal in an existing home and can be a high-value purchase to help sell a property. Flooring trends come and go slowly, so your investment will not look dated when it’s time to sell and move up the property ladder. While wooden boards can last for decades, it’s recommended considering replacing carpet every 10 years to keep the home feeling fresh. Nothing looks worse than worn and stained carpet, especially at an open inspection! Do your research not just on the variety patterns and styles ..read more

  It’s important to start your new financial year off on the right foot! Whether you’re an owner occupier or investor, thinking of small ways to reduce your home running cost and create good money habits is essential for any homeowner. This financial year stay on top of your maintenance work around your home to reduce your overall running costs. Here are 10 easy ways to reduce your home’s running costs to ensure you’re saving more money long term – all the little things add up! 1. Set Time Aside We get it, life is busy! Get your calendar out and designate time in your schedule to attend ..read more

Tax time…June 30 has already been and gone and while a lot of us get excited about our tax returns and EOFY sales, it can also be a reminder that we haven’t been as organised with our finances as we should have been. Organisation is key for any property investors. This ensures that when the time comes, you have everything you need to benefit from the tax advantages the government offers you as a landlord. Whether you prefer to keep your records in a digital format or in a filing cabinet, be sure to have these documents prepped and ready for tax time. TAX Documents to prep Mortgage papers ..read more

There are three key elements to focus on when trying to estimate the value of your property. Understanding these elements makes it easier to add value to your investment in the future. Those three elements are Land, Dwelling and Extras. Land  There’s not much you can do about the land. Your location, size, and scope of your land are not in your control but it pays to be mindful of them when you buy.  Consider how you can use the land to its best advantage. Can you improve access to the property, or enhance its privacy, or how it can be used with landscaping? Is there additio ..read more

Selecting a property manager to look after an investment property may be the difference between a good and bad experience as a landlord. In order to maximise the return on your investment property, it’s imperative that your property is being well managed. In other words, choosing the wrong agency to manage your investment property could end in disaster. High rental arrears, poorly managed property maintenance, and prolonged vacancy rates will drastically hurt your investment. A couple of questions to ask yourself before selecting a Property Manager: What am I looking for in a Property Ma ..read more

Renovating and upgrading your house before placing it on the market is always a good idea. However, spending too much on renovations can hurt your return on investment. It’s called over-capitalising, and it means you’ve spent more money on a renovation than you’ll get back in return when the time comes to sell. The most common areas to over-capitalise are in the kitchen and bathroom. It’s easy to be a little overwhelmed by the bright lights of those showrooms and spend upwards of $50,000 before you know it. As experienced agents, we recommend you to stick to the budget and keep it basic! A mod ..read more

Finding a great investment property requires discipline and due diligence around the organisation of your finances. You have to be on top of your mortgage and tax obligations, as well as potential income and tax benefits from negative gearing and write-offs. Seeking professional financial advice is a great first step to avoid any unforeseen costs. Picking the right property to invest in requires an equal if not more amount of attention than buying a home. Before purchasing your investment property, it is crucial to figure out your expected financial benefits before purchasing one. Are you se ..read more