One of the most common questions that we are asked as buyer’s agents is, “So what’s the next ‘hot spot’ I should buy an investment in?”

To which I usually respond, “We are in the business of helping our clients buy the best investment possible based on proven long-term performance, not speculating with their hard earned money!”

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The statistics say it all –80% of Australians who invest in property never make it past their first investment. This is in spite of the fact that one property will never make you rich…it will never even make for a comfortable retirement when you consider that this stage of your life could represent around twenty to thirty years.

So why do so many investors never make it beyond that initial property?

As the new decade marches on and we get set to enter the second official quarter of 2010, median property market values continue to defy the naysayers who were predicting a rather tumultuous start to the year.

In the wake of rising interest rates, constant talk of affordability issues and the end to the first home owner’s bonus in late 2009, many commentators felt that the beginning of this year would see us end up with an over-inflated housing bubble that was destined to burst in a big way.

As Residex’s latest figures show however (see table below), Australia’s property markets keep growing stronger.

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When I read the recent population growth statistics I came to 2 conclusions:

1.  Santa must have been busier than ever a few weeks ago, visiting more people than ever!

2.  Property investors are in for a good time, as the supply and demand equation will keep driving up property values.

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Donald Trump makes billions of dollars purchasing run down or vacant properties and in fact, whole blocks of residential properties and building fantastic complexes on them.

Top entrepreneurs make billions of dollars buying into troubled companies and turning them into financial powerhouses.

There is a theme here.  If you look closely at the strategies of successful investors you will find a strong principle hiding in all their actions.

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I was recently sent this gem by a client and I wanted to share it with the readers of Property Update.  It’s that good!

What you are about to learn is absolutely timeless information.

What am I talking about?  It’s none other than Multi Millionaire, Warren Buffets principles on Wealth....

Read on for some excellent insights into the millionaire’s mindset…

If you want a sure-fire way to succeed at negotiations – whether it's with your partner over who takes out the rubbish bins or for your next property purchase, then these 7 principles of negotiations will help you out.

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Readers will know I advocate buying established properties as a generally better investment compared to new properties. But buying an older property can also mean buying a bundle of trouble if you are not careful.

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When discussing property investment there are two somewhat conflicting philosophies. Some suggest you should invest in property for high rental return while others feel you should invest for capital growth (the increase in value of the property).

So let's see which is better, capital growth or high rental returns...

After having a great time in the sun by the sea, many of us become tempted to buy a holiday home or apartment. Some think they can get the dual benefit of a rental income and a free holiday.

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