Are Off-Market Properties Cheaper? What the Data Says, and the Risks
Sometimes, but not automatically. The most-quoted Australian study, PropTrack’s analysis of 2022 sales, found houses sold off-market fetched 4.3% less on average nationally than comparable houses listed on realestate.com.au. That is an average across thousands of sellers, not a discount any buyer is owed, and plenty of off-market homes sell at or above value. So […]
Brisbane vs Melbourne for Property Investors: What Ten Years of Capital Growth Shows
Over the ten years to June 2026, Brisbane’s median established house price rose about 133%, from $495,000 to $1,155,000, while Melbourne’s rose about 39%, from $610,000 to $850,000, on ABS sales data. Brisbane passed Melbourne in the March quarter of 2024. Past growth does not tell you what either city will do next. That is […]
Below Market Value Property: What It Really Means and How to Find It
The short answer. A property is only “below market value” if it sells for less than a properly marketed sale between a willing, informed buyer and seller would achieve. Genuine cases come from a vendor’s circumstances (time pressure, certainty, privacy), from condition that other buyers will not take on, or from less competition. They take […]
Why Off-Market Properties Often Outperform On-Market Deals
The Australian property investment landscape presents two distinct pathways: off-market and on-market opportunities. While conventional wisdom suggests publicly listed properties offer transparency and competitive pricing, comprehensive market analysis reveals off-market deals consistently deliver superior returns for strategic investors. Understanding this distinction becomes crucial when building a portfolio designed for long-term wealth creation. Off-market properties are […]
How Buyer’s Agents Help Investors Save Time and Money
Successful property investors understand that time and money are their most valuable assets. Every hour spent searching for properties and every dollar overpaid is a direct hit to their portfolio’s growth potential. This is why savvy investors rely on a secret weapon: a professional buyer’s agent. Related: Buyers Agent Services: Expert Property Support Without the […]
Adelaide’s Emerging Hotspots for Off-Market Property Investment
Adelaide’s property market is capturing serious attention from savvy investors seeking their next strategic acquisition. While eastern capitals dominate headlines, South Australia’s capital city has quietly transformed into one of Australia’s most compelling investment destinations, particularly for those seeking the best Adelaide suburbs for off-market investment opportunities. Off-market properties represent exclusive opportunities unavailable to the […]
Questions to Ask a Buyers Agent Before You Sign
Before you hire a buyers agent, check their licence on your state’s public register, then ask five things in writing: who else pays you, how is your fee built, who actually inspects and negotiates, what have you bought in my target area recently, and how do I get out of the agreement. The answers to […]
How to Buy Property in Perth as an Investor
To buy property in Perth, you make a written offer on the WA Offer and Acceptance form, which becomes a binding contract as soon as the seller signs and tells you. There is no automatic cooling-off period in WA, so finance, inspections and strata checks belong in the offer’s conditions. A settlement agent or lawyer […]
What Is Off-Market Property?
Off-market property is property for sale that is not publicly advertised. There is no listing on realestate.com.au or Domain, no signboard and usually no open home. The selling agent offers it quietly to buyers on their database, to buyers agents, or through subscriber-only platforms. “Off the market” is different: it normally means a listing was […]
Melbourne Property Investment What the Experts Recommend
Investing in Melbourne’s property market in 2025 is more than just looking at houses online. There are hidden opportunities, like off-market deals and suburbs where homes might be undervalued. With a tight rental market, finding the best investment properties takes a smart plan. Here’s what experts suggest to get the most out of Melbourne’s property […]