Brett Warren is Director of Metropole Properties Brisbane and uses his two decades of property investment experience to advise clients how to grow, protect and pass on their build their wealth through property.
This week’s Economic Reform Roundtable in Canberra has sparked some bold ideas, but not all of them are in the best interests of everyday Australians. One proposal from union representatives was to scrap negative gearing and reduce Capital Gains Tax concessions. It’s a familiar tune, but let’s not forget what happened the last time thisRead More
With the Reserve Bank’s latest interest rate cut bringing the cash rate down to 3.6%, the property market is waking up just in time for spring. For homebuyers and investors alike, this shift is more than just a headline – it’s a signal that opportunity is knocking. Lower interest rates mean borrowing is more affordable,Read More
If you’ve been watching Queensland’s property market, the latest REIQ June Quarter 2025 Vacancy Rate Report offers a compelling nudge: opportunity is knocking for investors. Despite a slight statewide easing – from 0.9% to 1.0% – vacancy rates across 34 of 50 regions remain at or below 1.0%. That’s deep in “tight” territory, meaning rentalRead More
The ABS June 2025 building approvals data reveals a dynamic shift in the property landscape, offering fresh opportunities for both homebuilders and investors. With total dwelling approvals jumping 11.9% month-on-month to 17,076, and a striking 27.4% rise year-on-year, the market is showing renewed momentum – particularly in the multi-unit sector. Source: ABS Private sector dwellingsRead More
Australia’s prestige property markets are revealing a surprising opportunity for strategic buyers – not inside the elite strongholds, but just beyond their borders. Ray White Chief Economist Nerida Conisbee’s latest analysis introduces the concept of “fortress suburbs” – coveted enclaves like Mosman and Toorak that resist the usual spillover effect seen in property markets. TheseRead More
