A first-time buyer was torn between purchasing a home or an investment property. After discussing strategy options, we determined that rentvesting was the best approach for her.
We found a well-maintained house in Brisbane’s inner ring that was ready to rent and had potential for future value enhancement. Purchased in November 2019 for $571,500, it was appraised in September 2021 at $800,000 – $850,000.
When I first visited the property, it was still under construction, about six months from completion. My clients took a significant leap of faith by relying on my trusted relationship with the highly reputable builder to quickly secure the deal. The builder was unaware that the property had entered the new McKinnon Zone School catchment area, which could increase the sale price by 15-20%.
I was drawn to the property due to its architectural design and high-end finishes, which would enhance its rental appeal. Being in the school zone also made it easier to rent out. Additionally, it offers excellent access to parks, transport, shops, and lifestyle amenities.
Our clients sought to grow their portfolio with an additional investment property. Given their modest budget of $500,000, we advised them to purchase a well-positioned townhouse near the CBD rather than a house in a less desirable location farther out.
We secured this townhouse off-market for $491,000, with long-term professional tenants who were keen to stay. Located just 6km from Brisbane’s CBD in the affluent suburb of Camp Hill, this three-bedroom townhouse is situated on a spacious 303m² corner block within a small complex of only four units, offering a high land-to-asset ratio.
Initially, this property might have deterred most buyers or investors, but we saw its potential and completed a full renovation. By removing the wall between the lounge and kitchen and reinforcing the roof with timber beams, we created a more appealing and valuable floor plan. The renovation, which included a full internal makeover and some basic gardening, was completed in six weeks.
This charming Californian Bungalow needed an update to mark a new chapter for its baby-boomer owners. Designed with an emphasis on reducing carbon footprint, we ensured both thermal performance and minimal environmental impact throughout the renovation process, from demolition to decking oil—and we even took care of the chickens!
The result was stunning, and we aim for every project to reach the same level of excellence.
Our client, a high-income IT professional, owned a unit in a high-density Melbourne building when he first approached us in early 2020. In May 2020, we acquired an investment-grade house in Brisbane for him. At the beginning of this year, our agent helped him sell the Melbourne unit, capitalizing on the improved market conditions.
Purchase price: $651,000 (May 2020)
Value: $960,000 (October 2022) – 16.8% annual growth
Our client sought our help to expand their wealth and owned a property in a secondary location. With limited borrowing capacity, they sold this property to buy a house in a prime, blue-chip suburb of Brisbane for $743,000 before COVID. A recent valuation placed the property at $1.05 million, a 41% increase, enabling them to access equity for another investment-grade property.
Our client, a single mother who lost her family home due to separation, approached us for advice on growing her property portfolio. We developed a secure investment strategy that allowed her to surpass her long-term goals without straining her finances. Within three months, her outlook improved, and after 12 months, the property exceeded even our projections.