Thinking of investing in Melbourne property, expecting another Perth-style boom?

Think again.

In this episode, Steve Williams unpacks the real story behind the Melbourne property market - revealing why it's a completely different beast with unique risks and challenges.

Melbourne has quickly become Australia's new property investment hotspot, attracting attention from investors nationwide. But while the headlines scream growth, the numbers tell a different tale.

A typical Melbourne investment property priced between $650K–$900K offers much lower rental yields than Perth and comes with Australia’s highest land tax, skyrocketing stamp duty costs, and strict rental property regulations that could cost you thousands before a tenant even moves in.

Steve dives deep into the latest CoreLogic property data, showing:

⚠️Vacancy rates in key investor-heavy suburbs

⚠️Rental growth in Melbourne compared to Perth

⚠️Suburbs flooded with new building approvals

This episode highlights the hidden costs and crucial differences in property investment strategy between Melbourne and Perth.

If your goal is positive cash flow, Melbourne may not be the place.

But if you’re chasing long-term capital growth - timing and suburb selection are everything.

Key Points

00:01:00 Melbourne Investment Basics
00:03:00 Property Growth Cycle
00:04:00 Melbourne Price Data
00:05:00 Sales Volume
00:06:00 Rental Yields
00:08:00 Population Growth Comparison
00:09:00 Investment Property Locations
00:11:00 Building Approval Levels
00:13:00 Land Tax
00:15:00 Tenant Requirements
00:16:00 Housing Supply Red Flag

Is Melbourne a good place to invest in 2025? Watch the full breakdown to uncover the risks, potential rewards, and expert insights you won’t find in mainstream headlines.

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While your mates are blowing money on Hiluxes and European holidays, these two former McDonald's workers are building a six-property portfolio in their twenties.

Brodie and Joel started working together at McDonald's when they were just 15 years old, but unlike many of their peers, they channelled their earnings into building wealth through property.

By living at home with their parents to minimise expenses, they've managed to acquire six properties between them while still in their twenties.

In this episode, we explore how rentvesting - investing in property while renting or living at home - has allowed these young investors to build impressive portfolios despite starting on apprentice wages.

They share insights on overcoming the temptation to spend on immediate pleasures, how they researched markets, and why buying in the right suburb does "99% of the heavy lifting" for property growth.

Plus, they explain why even imperfect properties can be excellent investments if they're in high-growth areas.

Key Points

00:01:00 Living at home
00:02:10 Sacrificing short-term pleasure
00:04:20 Starting a side business
00:06:30 Looking beyond your home state
00:10:10 Research and education
00:12:40 Getting professional help
00:15:00 What to focus on
00:17:30 The importance of the suburb
00:21:10 You don't need a 20% deposit
00:22:40 When rentvesting makes sense

Ready to see how you could use rentvesting to get ahead financially years or even decades before your peers?

Listen now to learn from two young investors who are already well on their way to financial freedom.

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Should you buy a unit now or wait for a house? This episode cuts through the confusion with hard data spanning 30 years of property performance.

Your host Steve Williams reveals the reality behind Australia's property market hierarchy - revealing an often overlooked gap that could cost you hundreds of thousands in wealth building.

Steve explores recent data from Brisbane, Adelaide, and Perth - showing the truth about buying houses vs buying units.

This comprehensive analysis examines specific suburbs, revealing whether location or property type is more important.

The episode also covers the hidden costs of unit ownership, from strata fees to building quality concerns, plus practical strategies for buyers with lower deposits or borrowing capacity.

Whether you're torn between a $400,000 unit in the city or a $650,000 house in high-growth suburbs, this data-driven episode provides the framework for making the decision that could help your financial future.

Key Topics:

00:02:20 What Actually Qualifies as a Unit
00:04:00 30 Year Performance Data Analysis
00:06:40 Recent City Performance Breakdown
00:08:30 Supply Demand Impact on Prices
00:11:00 Suburb Level Performance Examples
00:14:30 Client Success Stories and Strategies
00:17:00 Investment Yield Considerations
00:19:00 Hidden Costs and Risks
00:21:20 Optimal Buying Strategy Framework

If you're a first home buyer in Australia, considering rentvesting, or planning your first investment property, this episode is a must-watch.

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📈QUIZ: Are you ready to take the leap into rentvesting or property investment? Get your “Investor Readiness Score” here: https://scorecard.wpropertyadvisory.com.au/ PLUS Get Free Property Investor Tools!

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