Free Online Masterclass – 12.30pm Thurs 20th Feb 2025
Get Investor Ready in 2025 + Grow your Wealth Through Property
Register Now
Register for the Masterclass
Grow your Wealth
Through Property
Sound Property is hosting a 100% live and exclusive online masterclass where we will discuss what has been affecting the property markets, and what’s in store for 2025.
If you want to invest with confidence, and fast-track your wealth creation this year through property you don’t want to miss this. Please register above to secure your spot.
Presenter:
Andrew Cull
Founder and Managing Director
Andrew is the Founder and Director of Sound Property Group and Motif Capital. He established Sound Property in 2013 with the strong belief that property investment should not be ‘one-size-fits-all’ and has created a client-centric service that ultimately makes the process of investing in property more successful and efficient. He deals with a variety of busy professionals, business owners and family offices.
As a trusted advisor to the professional services industry, Andrew also appreciates a holistic focus on wealth creation, finance and tax. He is often called upon by the industry to provide unbiased and strategic advice for their clients looking to invest.
Andrew has had nearly two decades of experience across the country helping clients turn their property investment ideas into a reality. With a wealth of knowledge and a successful personal portfolio, Andrew is well versed in a range of property strategies such as residential, commercial and developments.
Register Now
What you’ll discover in these Masterclasses…
How to buy an investment property.
Looking to gain more confidence on your investing journey? Learn the critical foundational principles that experts like us use and build your property portfolio like a pro.
How to manage cashflow in a higher interest rate environment.
Without impacting the family budget. Discover why investing isn’t just for wealthy people! Learn the essential skills that allow investors of any age and income to invest in property.
Avoid the hype in the Media.
Learn how to cut through the noise and sort the fact from fiction when investing by taking a long-term view of the market and returns.
Discover the long-term secrets to wealth creation through property.
Unlock hidden opportunities and supercharge your investment returns. Avoid the ‘Hotspots’ which become tomorrow’s ‘Notspots’.
Reduce risk and maximise results when investing in property.
Learn how utilise our 15 Key Investment Driver framework for safe and profitable investing.
The most highly requested FAQs we get asked.
Compiled over our last 50+ combined years as property investment advisors, avoid the “trial and error” stage inexperienced investors have and cut straight to wealth-building.
What Our Investors Say
Sound Property
Level 35 Tower One, Barangaroo
What Our Investors Achieve
7.93% p.a
Long-Term Growth
Case Study
Alexandra Hills
House
4
2
3
Investor Brief
Low maintenance set and forget investment property, preferably a house.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $972,000
- Rented: $800/w or 4.3% yield
- 693 sqm
What we liked
An off-market opportunity allowed us to secure a renovated property well below market value. The recent renovations reduce the likelihood of future maintenance, ensuring peace of mind for the owner. A true win for our strategic investor.
9.51% p.a (past 25 years)
Long-term Suburb Growth
Case Study
Tarragindi - Custom Build
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Repeat client engaged Sound Property to manage and deliver profit on the development of two high-end homes in a blue-chip suburb.
Investment Details
- Total Project Costs: $4,260,000
- Current Sales Appraisal: $5,200,000
- Project Gross Profit: $940,000
- Rental Yield 4.6% on Project Costs
- Tax Depreciation ~$60k first year
What we liked
Located across the road from a popular park, the original house sat on 2 lots for an easy knock-down rebuild project. Sourced, managed, and delivered by the Sound team for our time-poor client.
27%
Gross Profit
Case Study
McDowall (Renovation)
House
5
2
2
Investor Brief
Repeat client seeking a fixer-upper in a family-friendly suburb. Add-value through renovations and extra floor plan.
Investment Details
- Purchase price: $800,000
- Renovation: $200,000
- End appraisal: $1,325,000
- Gross profit: $275,000
- Timeframe: 9 months
- 754 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Growth: 7.39% pa
- Vacancy Rate: 0.9%
- Rental Increase (12months): 11.1%
- 10km to CBD
What we liked
This former, run down 3-bedroom house was a prime renovation opportunity - great bones and scope to add value.
0.8%
Vacancy Rate
Case Study
Harristown
House
3
1
1
Investor Brief
Looking for a low-maintenance property with a yield of 4.2% or more.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $626,000
- Rental Appraisal: $530/w
- 4.4% yield
- 607 sqm lot
What we liked
Located in a desirable neighbourhood with a low vacancy rate of 0.8% and strong 7.55%p.a. long term growth. The recent renovations, lower the likelihood of any maintenance required.
$600k
Gross Profit
Case Study
Tarragindi (CBE)
House
5
3.5
3
Investor Brief
Our most lucrative investment strategy for an investor looking for a more 'active' strategy than our usual 'buy and hold' buyer's agency work.
Investment Details
- Circa $600,000 in potential gross profit
- Built in only 10 months.. unheard of in this market!
- Final contract variation was only $2,774.. and this was mostly stuff we added!
- 24% return on Total Development Costs
- Long-Term Growth: 9.85% p.a
- Only 6km to CBD
What we liked
Sourced, secured, managed and delivered by the team at Sound Property for our time poor business owner.
$600k
Gross Profit
Case Study
Camp Hill
House
10
6
4
Investor Brief
Repeat client engaged Sound Property to manage and deliver profit on the development of two high-end homes in a blue-chip suburb.
Investment Details
- Current Project Appraisal: $5,400,000
- Project Profits $600,000
- Project Timeframe: 18 months
- Long-term Suburb Growth: 10% p.a (past 25 years)
- Vacancy Rates: 1.1%
- Only 6km to CBD
What we liked
Located at the high point of a prestigious street, the original house sat on 2 lots for an easy knock-down rebuild project. Sourced, managed, and delivered by the Sound team for our time-poor client.
4.4%
Yield
Case Study
Little Mountain
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
High-yielding & low maintenance investment property.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $998,200
- Rented: $850/w
- 700 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.88% p.a
- Rental Increase (12 Months): 7.9%
- Average days on market: 14
What we liked
Neat and well maintained low set brick home located near local ammenities in a hotly contested rental market with a strong 7.88%p.a. long term growth.
810 sqm
Block Size
Case Study
Ashgrove
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
A property offering a well-maintained family home on a large block with subdivision potential. Providing a solid foundation for future growth and development flexibility.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $2,064,800
- Rental Appraisal: $1,200 - $1,400
- 810 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 9.33% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 1.1%
- Affordability (Mortgages/Incomes): 20.88%
What we liked
Modern and spacious family home that benefits from strong growth potential and subdivision-ready zoning. The low vacancy rate, along with the area’s steady demand, enhances its long-term value as both an income-generating asset and a capital growth opportunity.
5.2%
Yield
Case Study
Norlane
House
3
2
1
Investor Brief
Low maintenance investment property located in a sought-after family suburb with a proven track record of strong capital growth.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $463,500
- Rented: $460/w
- Low maintenance 325 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 9.42% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.8%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): 6.5%
What we liked
Located conveniently close to the train station, shops, schools. This suburb's exceptionally low vacancy rate of 0.8% and long-term growth rate of 9.42% per annum suggests the potential for substantial appreciation in value over time.
5%
Yield
Case Study
Newtown
House
3
1
1
Investor Brief
Low maintenance house with a minimum yield requirement of 4.5%+.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $544,200
- Rented: $520/w
- 600 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 8.33% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.8%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): 11.7%
What we liked
What we liked: Recently renovated interiors meant strong tenant interest. Located in a suburb with strong 8.33%p.a. long term growth and a high 5% yield made this a well-rounded investment.
1250 sqm
Block Size
Case Study
Murrumba Downs
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
A well-maintained property with scope for adding value and potential subdivision STCA.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,025,000
- Rented: $775/w or 3.9% yield
- 1250 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.32% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.5%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): 10.6%
What we liked
Neat and well maintained low set brick home in a quiet cul-de-sac area. Scope to add a 4th bedroom and subdivide in future.
1%
Vacancy Rate
Case Study
Birkdale
House
5
2
3
Investor Brief
Modern & low maintenance house with a minimum yield requirement of 4.2%+.
Investment Details
- Purchase price: $1,042,000
- Rented: $880/w or 4.39% yield
- 505 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Growth: 7.89% pa
- Affordability (Mortgages/Incomes): 24.3%
- Low Vacancy Rate: 1%
What we liked
This property perfectly suited the client's brief, including a yield requirement of 4.2% +. With tenants already secured for the entirety of 2024, it presented an excellent opportunity with rental income assured.
4.6%
Yield
Case Study
Rangeville
House
3
1
3
Investor Brief
An opportunity for both steady rental income and long-term capital growth.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $677,000
- Rented $600/w
- 725 sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.18% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.8%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): 11.7%
What we liked
Family-friendly home located close to shops, schools, medical centres, and other essential amenities. Recent rental appraisal of $650/pw indicated strong rental growth potentials.
4.7%
Yield
Case Study
Rangeville
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Buying their first investment property, our client's focus was a strong yield to offset mortgage repayments.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $816,000
- Rented: $740 /w
- Rented $40 /w over the rental appraisal
- 722 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.5% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.6%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +8.5%
What we liked
Rented before settlement for $40 per week higher than the initial appraisal. The modern kitchen & bathrooms enhanced the property's rental appeal.
811 m²
Land size
Case Study
Carseldine
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
The instructions from this client's Financial Planner was clear - Capital Growth!
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,300,000
- Vendor rent back for 12 months $825/w
- 822 sqm block
- Potential to subdivide into 2 x 411 sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 8% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.7%
- Short days on market - 24
What we liked
Mission accomplished by securing this large double block with future subdivision potential, in only 2 weeks from engagement.
1,214 m²
Land size
Case Study
Aspley
House
4
2
4
Investor Brief
House with a strong holding income that can be subdivided into 2 or more blocks in the coming decade.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,842,000
- Rental Appraisal: $ 1,400/w or 3.9% yield
- 1,214 sqm block
- Potential to subdivide into 3 x 405 sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 8.13% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.6%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +10.1%
What we liked
Well-kept family home with strong rental income. The property can be redeveloped into 3 x 405 sqm lots or 2 x 607 sqm lots whilst retaining the existing house.
9.33%
Long term capital growth rate (p.a)
Case Study
Bentleigh East
House
3
2.5
2
Investor Brief
Investor looking for a low-maintenance investment property in Melbourne's South East.
Investment Details
- Secured at $1,392,000 in 2024
- Rented prior settlement: $850/w
- Expansive open-plan family zones, with modern finishes and low-maintenance landscaping
- No body corporate fees
- Ideally positioned, just a short walk from the local shopping strip
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term suburb growth rate: 9.33%
- Strong depreciation benefits
- Vacancy rate: Low at 1.2%
What we liked
A low-maintenance investment in a blue-chip suburb that has a proven history of growth
0.6%
Vacancy Rate
Case Study
Chermside
Investor Brief
An entry-level investment property located near a major infrastructure precinct.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $655,000
- Rented: $550 /w or 4.4% yield
- 133 sqm block in a boutique complex
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 9.28% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.6%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +14.7%
What we liked
Located around the corner from a major Westfield in a hotly contested rental market - low vacancy rates & proven history of growth above 9% p.a.
5.4% yield
Rented: $550 /w
Case Study
Lawnton
Investor Brief
Affordable first investment with strong yield to help offset holding costs.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $531,000
- Rental Yield: Rented pre-purchase at $550/w or 5.4% yield
- Strong holding income from day one!
- Small TH complex with low-body corporate
Key Investment Drivers
- Proven suburb with 8.4% p.a long-term growth (past 25 years)
- Short days on market - 20
- Exceptionally low vacancy rate of 0.6%
What we liked
Rented pre-settlement meaning there was a strong holding income from day one! Low maintenance investment in a boutique TH complex.
5.4% yield
Rented: $650 /w
Case Study
Chermside
Investor Brief
High-yielding & low maintenance investment property
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $626,000
- Rented $20 /w over rental appraisal prior to settlement
- 140 sqm block in a boutique complex of 6
- Depreciation: $2,758 per annum
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: over 7% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 0.5%
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +15.0%
What we liked
Strong 5.4% yield and rented $20 over the initial rental appraisal.
1,085 m²
Land size
Case Study
Aspley
House
4
3
4
Investor Brief
Landbank with future subdivision potential
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $1,370,000
- Rented prior to settlement: $900 /w or 3.5% yield
- 1,085 sqm block
- Potential to subdivide into 2 x 542sqm
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: over 8% p.a
- Rental Increase (12 Months): +10.1%
- Vacancy Rates: 0.7%
What we liked
Huge block of land with the ability to subdivide into two well-sized building blocks.
18.2%
12 mth capital growth
Case Study
Warner
Investor Brief
Low maintenance investment property with strong yield & growth potential
Investment Details
- Secured - $440,000
- Current Sales Appraisal: $520,000 (12 Months Later)
- Current Rental Appraisal - $530/w or 6.25% yield
- Compound Capital Growth: 15.6%
- Low maintenance investment
What we liked
Spectacular result for our client. Achieving a capital growth rate 18.2% in just one year, well above market averages.
1,012 m²
Land size
Case Study
Chermside West
House
4
3
2
Investor Brief
A rentable family home to hold for 10 years before subdividing and developing into two homes
Investment Details
- Secured - $1,530,000
- Rented - $1,000/w
- Solid long-term growth 8.45% p.a
- Strong depreciation benefits, sub-dividable block
- Established, owner-occupier area, vacancy rates: 0.5%
What we liked
Beautifully renovated home located on a premium family-orientated street. Opportunity to hold as a rental or to subdivide into two blocks of land.
4.52%
Rental yield
Case Study
Thornlands
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Looking for a low-maintenance purchase with a yield of 4.5% or more, preferably a 4+ bedroom house.
Investment Details
- Purchase Price: $895,500
- Rented before settlement - $850/w or 4.7% yield
- Rented: $780 /w or 4.52% yield
- Low maintenance, 658sqm block
- Established, owner-occupier area
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-Term Growth: 7.46% p.a
- Vacancy Rates: 1%
- Demographics: 71% of the suburb is owner-occupied
What we liked
The strong rental yield, spacious layout and the potential for long-term growth supported by low vacancy rates from a predominantly owner-occupied suburb.
4.7%
Rental yield
Case Study
Murrumba Downs
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Well-balanced investment of growth and rental yield +4.5% for SMSF
Investment Details
- Secured - $932,000
- Rented before settlement - $850/w or 4.7% yield
- Solid long-term growth 8%+ p.a
- Low maintenance
- Established, owner-occupier area
What we liked
Using an SMSF to buy property can be a powerful wealth creation strategy, however, can come with more complexity than other property investments.
21.2%
Compound growth rate (p.a)
Case Study
Craigieburn
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Diversify NSW + QLD portfolio with a low maintenance investment
Investment Details
- Purchased $735,000 in 2021
- Current value $850,000 in 2022
- Capital gain $115,000
- Compound growth rate (p.a) 21.2%
- Rented $450/w or 3.2% yield
- Large 700 sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – low at 1.2%
- Popular School catchment
- Short drive to University, Hospital and beaches
What we liked
A proven performing suburb with a long-term growth rate of 8.36% p.a
4.7%
gross yield
Case Study
Lawnton
House
3
1
1
Investor Brief
Affordable investment property with high yield to help offset mortgage repayments
Investment Details
- Secured - $595,000
- Existing tenants paying - $540/w or 4.72% yield
- Rental Appraisal - $550/w
- 600sqm block
- Stable long-term investment producing a strong yield
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Suburb growth: 9.13%
- Vacancy rates: 0.9%
- Gross yield: 4.7%
What we liked
Great result for a client that's used the strategy of 'equity in their home for investment'. A property so clean there were no items to be rectified after the building and pest inspection!
0.6%
Vacancy Rates
Case Study
Bald Hills
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Landbank opportunity with development potential in future
Investment Details
- Secured: Off-market $1.068m
- Large 5 Bed | 3 Bath | 2 Car + Pool
- 1,500 sqm with 43m frontage (3 x 500sqm lots post subdivision)
- Over $300,000 in instant gross profit if subdivided
- Rented with long-term tenants $685/w
- Walk to the train station and School
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term Suburb Growth – 9.15% p.a
- Vacancy Rates – 0.6%
- Days on Market - 12 days
What we liked
Rare and affordable 3-lot infill subdivision only 20km to Brisbane CBD.
5.1%
yield
Case Study
Kew
Investor Brief
Owner-occupier looking to buy a unique and quirky apartment to reside in while in Melbourne.
Investment Details
- Secured at $652,000
- Rental appraisal: $550/w or 5.1% yield
- Unique heritage-listed residential estate
- Located in Kew, a prestigious, leafy inner-city suburb of Melbourne
- Spaciously renovated unit with loft space in addition to two bedrooms
What we liked
Character-filled 2-bedroom apartment close to the CBD, perfect to call home. Opportunity to lease in the future and benefit from the strong yield.
7.5%
net yield
Case Study
Commercial - Multi-tenant - 2,042 sqm site, Tamworth
Investor Brief
Low maintenance, multi-tenanted commercial property in a proven market
Investment Details
- Negotiated $3,040,000
- Leased – $228,000 p.a + GST or 7.5% net yield
- Multiple tenants and modern building
- Attractive depreciation benefits & future strata title potential (STCA)
- Near Shopping World anchored by Big W & Woolworths.
Key Investment Drivers
- Significant catchment population of over 200,000
- Long-term + secure tenants
- High profile location on major arterial road
What we liked
Massive freehold Highway corner site in an important inland city. High quality medical and pet care investment with long secure leases. Thriving, established dental tenants with recent fit-out.
4.2%
Rental yield on
project costs
project costs
Case Study
Camp Hill
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Custom Built House in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,340,000
- Project timeframe: 18 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,800,000
- Gross profit $460k before tax
- Rented: $1,800/w or 4.2% yield on project costs
- Only 7km to CBD
- 607 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.7%
- Long-term growth – 8.59% p.a
What we liked
Short walk to public transport and popular schooling in a proven suburb for long-term growth. ~$41,000 in depreciation benefits in year 1 alone.
$1,000 per night
rent in peak
Case Study
Pretty Beach
House
4
3
4
Investor Brief
Vacation home in an exclusive waterfront position, with rental opportunity
Investment Details
- Secured: $3,000,000
- Rent: $1,000 per night during peak season
- Uninterrupted waterfront position
- Architecturally built in 2019, open plan design, 10-14 feet ceilings & multiple entertaining terraces
- Top-of-the-line English Falcon appliances, stainless steel lift, spa and 4 car
Key Investment Drivers
- Consistent long-term 25-year growth 11.37% p.a
- Premium waterfront position
- 12 month rental change: +8.4%
What we liked
A perfect lifestyle investment, compounding an annual growth rate of 22.4% since purchase. Adding up to a phenomenal gain of $1.2m.
10%
growth p.a. in
the past 15 years
the past 15 years
Case Study
Mount Gravatt
House
3
2
2
Investor Brief
Townhouse around $500K budget, with strong growth and high rental yield
Investment Details
- Price: From $509,000
- Rental appraisal: From $500/ week (lower end) or 5% yield
- 7km to a thriving CBD
- Boutique development of only 9
- Average growth of 10% p.a. in the past 15 years (House)
Key Investment Drivers
- High Online demand
- 67% Owner Occupiers
- Affordable Market (29%)
What we liked
This boutique block of only 9 x 2 + 3 Bed townhouses, 7km to a thriving CBD, were great value around the $500k mark with strong rental yields at 4.7%. The owner-occupier focus and quality of these townhouses will ensure high growth and rental demand for many years to come.
8.8%
Compound growth
rate (p.a)
rate (p.a)
Case Study
Leichhardt
House
3
2
Investor Brief
Inner city house for investment and relocation
Investment Details
- Purchased $1,533,000 in 2019
- Current value $1,900,00 in 2022
- Capital gain $367,000
- Compound growth rate (p.a) 8.8%
- Rented $1,000/w or 3.4% yield
Key Investment Drivers
- Long-term suburb growth 8.25% p.a
- Only 6km to CBD
- Short drive to University, Hospital and CBD
What we liked
Recently renovated and super convenient location
$470k
Gross profit
before tax
before tax
Case Study
Norman Park
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Custom Built House in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,460,000
- Project timeframe: 18 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,900,000
- Gross profit $470k before tax
- Rented: $1,850/w or 4.2% yield on project costs
- Only 4km to CBD
- 607 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.8%
- Long-term growth – 9.15% p.a
What we liked
What’s not to like about a piece of blue-chip real estate with a strong rental yield?! Only 6km CBD, walk to the train, surrounded by the top private and public schools. Tick, tick tick!
8.5%
suburb growth rate
Case Study
Lara
House
3
1
2
Investor Brief
Rentvestor looking to diversify their portfolio into new markets having already bought properties in Sydney and Brisbane.
Investment Details
- Secured at $580,000
- Rental appraisal: $450/w
- Tidy home sitting on an oversized 791sqm lot
- Quiet culdesac position
- Easy access to primary and secondary schools, shops and public transport options
Key Investment Drivers
- $45,000 capital gain in just 6 months
- Long-term suburb growth rate: 8.5%
- Vacancy rate: low at 0.7%
What we liked
Property outperformed the market average growth rate and continues to acheive tight vacancy rates, all at an affordable price point.
Low 0.9%
Vacancy Rate
Case Study
Wavell Heights
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Custom Built House in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $1,934,084
- Project timeframe: 18 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,500,000
- Gross profit $450k before tax
- Rented: $1,800/w or 4.8% yield on project costs
- Only 8km to CBD
- 640 sqm lot
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.9%
- Long-term growth – 9.86% p.a
What we liked
Another custom build comes to completion for our time-poor client. Fully sourced, managed, and delivered by the team at Sound Property®. At the long-term growth rate (past 25 years), this property is set to double in value over the next 7 years
$40,485
Year 1 depreciation
Case Study
Enoggera
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Brand new home with full depreciation benefits to help offset income.
Investment Details
- Purchased: $1,987,500
- Rented Appraisal: $1,650/w
- Brand New Build
- Blue-chip locale
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates: Low 0.6%
- Long-term growth: 10.28% p.a
- Rent Change (12mths) : +8.5%
What we liked
The strong market fundamentals. This suburb's exceptionally low vacancy rate of 0.6% indicates high demand for rental properties, while the long-term growth rate of 10.28% per annum suggests the potential for substantial appreciation in value over time.
8.87%
p.a. Long-term growth
Case Study
Annerley
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
2 x Custom Built Houses in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,500,000
- Project timeframe: 24 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $3,500,000
- Gross profit $1m before tax
- Rented: $2,500/w or 5.2% yield on project costs
- Only 6km to CBD
- 2 x 405 sqm lots
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.9%
- Long-term growth – 8.87% p.a
What we liked
183% return on client’s funds in 24 months = $1m gross profit before tax. On top of this great result, the client will now benefit from $2,500/w in combined rental income (5.2% yield), making the investment positive cashflow as it grows further in value.
4km
to CBD
Case Study
Camp Hill
House
3
2
2
Investor Brief
Overseas investor wanting affordable investment property without compromising on location, budget under $600K.
Investment Details
- Price: $569K
- Low vacancy rates and undersupply of stock
- Income x Mortgage ratio indicates an affordable area (26%)
- Balanced market with 71% Owners Occupier
- 4km to CBD
- Rental appraisal between $570 and $610/w
- High end finishes
Key Investment Drivers
- Affrodability
- Population Growth
- Owner Occupier suburb
What we liked
This investment ticked all the right boxes, with suburb achieving consistent capital growth in the last 15 years. The property features and location are attractive to renters, which ensure a good rental return. Since this was a brand new property, tax deductions were also maximised.
9.86%
p.a Long-term growth
Case Study
Mount Gravatt East
House
5
3
Investor Brief
Custom Built knockdown/rebuild
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $1,600,000
- Project timeframe: 14 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,100,000
- Gross profit $500k before tax
- Rented: $1,400/w or 4.9% yield on project costs
- Only 12km to CBD
- High end finishes and inclusions
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.8%
- Long-term growth – 9.86% p.a
What we liked
Another custom build comes to completion for our time-poor client. Fully sourced, managed, and delivered by the team at Sound Property®. At the long-term growth rate (past 25 years), this property is set to double in value over the next 7 years.
$1.1m
Gross profit
before tax
before tax
Case Study
Tarragindi
House
4
3
1
Investor Brief
2 x Custom Built House and Land in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,800,000
- Project timeframe: 24 months
- Dual living houses on 400 sqm blocks
- Agent appraisal on completion: $3,900,000
- Gross profit $1.1m before tax
- Rented: $3,000/w or 5.5% yield on project costs
- Only 6km to CBD
- High end finishes and inclusions
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.6%
- Long-term growth – 10.26% p.a
What we liked
Nestled on the side of a hill with sweeping district views. These houses feature a seperate self-contained unit downstairs. Only 6km to the CBD in a blue ribbon postcode with solid long-term growth.
$1m
Gross profit
before tax
before tax
Case Study
Hendra
House
5
3.5
2
Investor Brief
Premium Custom Built House and Land in high demand suburb
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $2,050,000
- Large 390 sqm house on 700 sqm block
- Bank valuation on completion: $3,050,000
- Rented: $2,300/w or 5.8% yield on project costs
- Comparable sales support over $1,000,000 inbuilt equity or 50% instant gain
- Only 6km to CBD
- High growth suburb averaging 11.02% p.a growth for past 15 years
- Short walk to shops, train and schools
- High end finishes and inclusions
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.5%
- Online demand – High
- Population growth – High 2% p.a
What we liked
Only 6km to the CBD, this blue-ribbon address in a high demand suburb has been consistently achieving 11% capital growth p.a for the past 15 years. Clients made some solid inbuilt equity by the time the property was complete and will prove a strong long-term buy and hold
9.86%
p.a. Long-term growth
Case Study
Wavell Heights
House
5
3
2
Investor Brief
Custom Built knockdown/rebuild in blue ribbon address
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $1,600,000
- Project timeframe: 18 months
- Agent appraisal on completion: $2,200,000
- Gross profit $600k before tax
- Rented: $1,600/w or 5.2% yield on project costs
- Only 8km to CBD
- High end finishes and inclusions
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.8%
- Long-term growth – 9.86% p.a
What we liked
Another custom build comes to completion for our time-poor client. Fully sourced, managed, and delivered by the team at Sound Property®. At the long-term growth rate (past 25 years), this property is set to double in value over the next 7 years.
5.2%
Rental yield on
project costs
project costs
Case Study
Chermside West
House
5
3.5
2
Investor Brief
Premium Custom Built House and Land in high demand suburb
Investment Details
- Total project costs: $1,600,000 (per house)
- Project timeframe: 22 months
- Large 343 sqm house on 500 sqm block
- Agent appraisal on completion: $1,850,000 (per house)
- Rented: $1,600/w or 5.2% yield on project costs
- Only 10km to CBD
- Short drive to major Westfield and Hospital
- High end finishes and inclusions
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Low 0.5%
- Online demand – High
What we liked
Exhibit A and B – Helping to grow wealth through strategic property investments. Perched at the top of a hill overlooking the water, CBD, and mountain ranges. Looking back less than two years this raw land was a bargain.. at the time it was the record price for the suburb!
9.2%
p.a Compound Growth
Case Study
Buderim
House
4
2
2
Investor Brief
Low risk, blue chip, buy and hold house and land in desirable community
Investment Details
- Purchased $705,000 in 2017
- Current value $1,500,000 in 2024
- Capital gain $795,000
- Compound growth rate (p.a) 9.2%
- Rented $710/w or 5.2% yield
- Large 700sqm block
Key Investment Drivers
- Vacancy Rates – Super low at 0.4%
- Popular School catchment
- Short drive to University, Hospital and beaches
What we liked
A blue ribbon, affluent demographic on the Sunshine Coast. Extremely tight vacancy rates, strong rentals and booming infrastructure projects make this a solid buy and hold.
Increase rental
yields for servicing and cashflow
Case Study
Portfolio Review
House
Investor Brief
Investor with 2 units on the Gold Coast and 2 houses in Perth wanting to assess risk in current portfolio and unlock equity to continue investing.
Investment Details
- Liaise with other advisors such as Accountants and Financial Planners
- Research utilising our 15 Key Investment Drivers
- Study comparable sales and rentals
- Analyse cashflow and expenses
- Generate long term growth rates for dwelling types
- Discuss the opportunity cost of hold vs sell
- Assess any add-value potential
- Health check of each investment market
Key Investment Drivers
- Diversify to reduce market risk
- Increase rental yields for servicing and cashflow
- Look for strong, long-term growth rates for equity generation
What we liked
This client had an established portfolio; however, it was limited to two markets that have a track record of being volatile. A Portfolio Review highlighted location risk and performance issues based on some of our 15 Key Investment Drivers. This objective analysis allowed the investor to take action and safely grow their portfolio.
Property Cashflow
Calculator
Try our Cashflow Calculator, specifically developed for property investors.
Use the calculator