Unpacking the House vs. Apartment Investment Argument
Release Date: 07/16/2024
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info_outlineIn this episode of Talk Property To Me, real estate expert Aaron Downie joins Brad East to unpack the nuances of investing in houses versus apartments. As an experienced investor with a keen eye for market dynamics, Aaron offers practical insights on the hotly debated topic of real estate investing.
Discover the key factors to consider when choosing between houses and apartments, such as location, market trends, rental yields, and long-term appreciation potential. Learn from real-world examples and expert analysis to find the investment strategy that works best for you.
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Timestamped summary of this episode:
00:00:13 Debunking the Myth: Houses vs. Apartments as Investments
Exploring the misconception of only buying houses as an investment strategy, highlighting the importance of market analysis and investment strategy in property investment.
00:01:55 Pros and Cons of Apartments vs. Houses
Discussing the affordability and lower entry price of apartments, maintenance considerations, rental yield, amenities, and capital growth in comparison to houses.
00:04:23 Considerations for Apartment Investment
Exploring factors like body corporate fees, maintenance costs, and historical capital growth rates in apartments, while considering future trends and market dynamics.
00:06:21 Size and Investment Potential of Apartments
Examining the size differences between apartments and houses, and showcasing a successful investment case of a large apartment with significant returns.
00:07:38 Advantages of Houses as Investments
Highlighting the capital growth, land ownership, space, privacy, and maintenance costs associated with investing in houses over apartments.
00:09:39 Luxury Amenities in Property Buildings
Discussion on the cost and benefits of properties with luxury amenities like teppanyaki bars and cinemas for renters and owners.
00:11:14 Best Performing Suburbs in Australia
Analysis of the highest performing suburbs in Australia over the past twelve months, with significant growth rates in Gumdale, Ellen Grove, Keilor East, and Rosebud.
00:13:45 Top Growth in Apartment Suburbs
Highlighting the substantial growth in apartment suburbs like Tennyson, Grange in Brisbane, and Doncaster East in Melbourne, with impressive annual growth rates.
00:15:43 Worst Performing Suburbs
Exploring the decline in suburbs like O'Connor and Wannan in Canberra for houses, and Forrest in Canberra, East Lakes in Sydney, and Macquarie Park for apartments over the last twelve months.
00:17:00 Decade of Growth in Suburbs
Insights into the top performing suburbs over the past ten years, showcasing significant increases in areas like Byron Bay, Bright in Victoria, Suffolk Park, and Kingscliffe.
00:19:46 Top Performing Suburbs for Apartments
Discussion on top-performing suburbs for apartments, including Jindabyne and Kings Cliff, with notable growth percentages over the years.
00:21:24 Factors Influencing Property Prices
Exploration of factors like infrastructure, population growth, and market demand affecting property prices in different suburbs.
00:22:27 Apartments as Valuable Assets
Highlighting the long-term value of apartments, emphasizing diversification and low maintenance costs as key advantages.
00:23:24 Trend of Downsizing to Apartments
Observations on the trend of downsizing to apartments, particularly by the aging population, driving demand and growth in certain Sydney suburbs.
00:24:47 Diversification in Property Investment
Encouragement for diversifying investment portfolios, considering apartments as a viable option for first-time investors.
ABOUT THE HOST
BRAD EAST
Brad East is the Managing Director of Wisebuy Home Loans. Brad is an award-winning mortgage broker and has helped thousands of clients gain finance to purchase properties. Wisebuy Home Loans is the go-to mortgage brokerage for clients wanting out-of-the-box applications approved.
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