Michael is a director of Metropole Property Strategists who create wealth for their clients through independent, unbiased property advice and advocacy. He's been voted Australia's leading property investment adviser and his opinions are regularly featured in the media.
There’s a wave of optimism building in Australia’s property and construction sector – and it’s being powered not just by cranes and concrete, but by artificial intelligence. According to the Housing Industry Association (HIA), putting AI to work in planning approvals could be the breakthrough needed to unlock more than 1.2 million homes over theRead More
The latest data is bringing welcome news for property buyers and investors. According to Cotality’s Home Value Index, national housing values rose 0.7% in August – the strongest monthly lift since May last year – and momentum is especially clear in our biggest markets. Sydney values rose 0.8% in August, taking the city’s median homeRead More
Australia’s economy has shown fresh signs of resilience, with GDP growing by 0.6% in the June quarter and 1.8% over the past year, according to the Australia Bureau of Statistics. That’s a reassuring signal for property buyers and investors alike – the fundamentals remain strong despite global uncertainty. Household spending is on the rise, particularlyRead More
New analysis has revealed Brisbane’s top undervalued suburbs – offering rare buying opportunities in a market where affordability is tightening and competition is fierce. As prices climb across the city, savvy homebuyers and investors are turning their attention to overlooked pockets with strong fundamentals and room to grow. From family-friendly enclaves to inner-city units pricedRead More
It’s been a dynamic month across Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane, with fresh data from Cotality’s August Cordell Construction Monthly revealing a surge in project activity – and some compelling signals for homebuilders and investors alike. In Sydney, there has been a strong uptick in mixed-use developments. The $105 million Elizabeth Street project and the $99.6Read More
