Buying Gold Coast

The Northern Gold Coast is no longer just the affordable option. It is becoming one of the strongest opportunity zones for buyers in 2026.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Olivia McRae from Team Srama to unpack what is happening across Paradise Point, Helensvale, Labrador, Biggera Waters, Southport and Ashmore.

We cover where buyers are still finding value, why Southern Gold Coast buyers are moving north, and what property types are performing best right now.

Because smart buying is not just about price. It is about land value, lifestyle, rental demand and long term growth.

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In this episode, we cover:

-Why buyers are moving to the Northern Gold Coast

- The best value suburbs under $1 million

- Why Southern Gold Coast buyers are being priced out

- How to think about land to asset ratio

- Why Paradise Point is becoming a major lifestyle market

- The opportunity in small unit blocks near the Broadwater- Why Helensvale is attracting family buyers

- What to look for around Discovery Drive

- The growth happening in Labrador and Biggera Waters

- Why older walk up units can be a smart investment

- How low body corporate fees impact your holding costs

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The Gold Coast property market is not just expensive. It is changing how an entire generation thinks about buying, renting and building a future here.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Ryo Takamizawa to unpack the Gold Coast housing conversation from a Gen Z perspective.

We talk about what young buyers are really feeling right now, why Gen Z has not given up on property ownership, and how affordability, rental pressure, supply issues and city planning are shaping the future of the Gold Coast.

It is not just about buying a home. It is about understanding the kind of city we are building, who gets to live here, and how housing impacts lifestyle, health, community and opportunity.

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In this episode, we cover:

• Why Gen Z has not given up on buying property

• The real cost of staying out of the market

• How young buyers are sacrificing location and lifestyle to get in

• Why walkability is becoming a major driver of property value

• How housing impacts health, stress, ageing and quality of life

• Why the Gold Coast needs more than just more homes

• The pressure young people are feeling in the rental market

• Why entry-level housing matters for the future of the city

• Where opportunity could exist for first home buyers

• The future of Southport, Varsity Lakes and the northern Gold Coast

• Why the Gold Coast needs clearer planning and stronger community design

  
  

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The Gold Coast holiday rental market is not just growing. It is separating the investors who treat it like a business from those who don’t.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Teliah and Halle from Khove, specialists in holiday letting across the Gold Coast and Northern New South Wales, to break down what actually makes a short term rental successful in 2026.

It is not just about buying the right property. It is about understanding occupancy rate, rental income strategy, and how to position your investment property to actually perform.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why holiday rentals are a high risk, high reward strategy

• The difference between short term rental income vs long term renting

• Why occupancy rate matters more than nightly price

• The best types of investment properties for rental income

• Where to buy on the Gold Coast for stronger returns

• Why most investors fail in the first 6 to 12 months

• How to set up your property to stand out in a saturated market

• The truth about passive income from property in 2026

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The Gold Coast hinterland is no longer a backup option. It is becoming one of the most in-demand property markets in Australia.

In this episode, I sit down with Glenn Tozer to break down what is really happening behind the scenes in the Gold Coast hinterland and why more buyers are shifting west.

We unpack how the hinterland has evolved from a quiet, overlooked region into a family-driven, high-demand market, and why professionals, interstate buyers, and developers are all starting to move in.

In this episode, we cover:

-Why the Gold Coast hinterland is booming

-The shift in buyer behaviour post-COVID

-Where the best opportunities are right now

-Suburbs and pockets seeing strong growth

-Development and subdivision potential

-The rise of luxury hinterland homes

-How lifestyle is driving demand

-What buyers should watch in 2026

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The Gold Coast property market is not just competitive. It is exposing who is ready… and who is not.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I break down what actually determines success when it comes to how to buy property in Australia right now.

Because it is not just strategy. It is your property investing mindset, money mindset, and decision making in property that will either move you forward or keep you stuck watching from the sidelines.

Most buyers think they need more information. What they actually need is the ability to act.

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In this episode, I cover:

- The 80/20 rule and why mindset drives property success- Why most buyers overthink and miss opportunities- How your money mindset is impacting your ability to buy- The biggest decision making mistakes in property right now- Why waiting for certainty is costing buyers in this market- How to build a wealth building mindset through property- Real Gold Coast property tips for 2026- What separates buyers who succeed from those who stay stuck

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The Gold Coast property market is not slowing down. It’s evolving.

I sit down with Andrew Bell, Chairman of Ray White Bell Group, to break down what is really happening in the Gold Coast property market in 2026.

With over 40 years of experience on the ground, Andrew has seen every property cycle. And right now, he is calling one of the strongest markets he has ever witnessed.

• Record auction results.

• More aggressive buyers than we have seen in years.

• Post-COVID migration changed everything.

• And a market most people are still underestimating.

If you are thinking about buying property on the Gold Coast, investing, or trying to understand whether this market has already peaked or is just getting started… this is the episode you need. Because most buyers are still getting this wrong.

In this episode, we cover:

• What record auction clearance rates reveal about buyer demand

• Why the Gold Coast property boom is being driven by supply shortages

• The real impact of interest rates on property prices and borrowing power

• Why serious buyers are becoming more aggressive in today’s market

• The concept of “shoulder suburbs” and where the next growth is likely

• Why Southport, Labrador and surrounding pockets are gaining attention

• The long-term shift from lifestyle city to economic powerhouse

• How interstate migration and wealth transfer are reshaping the market

• Why waiting for the “perfect time” could cost you more

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The Gold Coast is one of the fastest growing cities in Australia… but who is actually shaping what it becomes?

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I share a live panel conversation from the Young Professionals Forum, where I was invited as a guest speaker alongside industry leaders, council representatives and business owners to unpack the future of the Gold Coast.

We break down what is driving the city right now, from migration and lifestyle demand through to entrepreneurship, housing supply and long term planning. More importantly, we talk about what young professionals, investors and business owners need to be doing today to stay ahead as the Gold Coast continues to evolve.

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In this episode, I cover:
• Why the Gold Coast is rapidly moving toward a population of one million
• The key drivers behind growth, including migration, lifestyle and opportunity
• Why the city is becoming a hub for entrepreneurs and young professionals
• What is happening with housing supply, development and long term planning
• The importance of networking and getting in the right rooms early
• How young professionals can position themselves to benefit from this growth
• Why the people who show up now will shape the future of the city

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The 4217 might be the most important postcode on the Gold Coast in 2026.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with local specialist Jacqui Forrester to break down why Surfers Paradise, Bundall, Sorrento and the wider 4217 pocket are seeing strong buyer demand and long-term growth.

This is not just a popular postcode. It is one of the most strategically positioned areas on the Gold Coast.

We unpack what is driving demand, who is moving in, and how to position before prices shift again.

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In this episode, I cover:

• Why 4217 is one of the fastest-growing postcodes on the Gold Coast

• The key suburbs: Surfers Paradise, Bundall, Sorrento and surrounding pockets

• The buyer demand driving the market (families, medical and school zones)

• How connectivity and infrastructure are shaping growth

• Where to find value, including Benowa Waters

• Why waterfront property remains scarce and highly sought after

• How to position early before prices move further

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Success in property investing is not just about numbers or strategy.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with entrepreneur and investor Georgie Stevenson, founder of NU Harvest and Rise and Conquer, to unpack the mindset behind building wealth through property and business.

We break down the connection between mindset, entrepreneurship and property investing, how successful investors think about risk and failure, and why building wealth often starts with changing your identity and beliefs around money.

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In this episode, we cover:

• Why success in property investing is largely driven by mindset

• Georgie’s journey from lawyer to entrepreneur and investor

• The identity shift required to build wealth through business and property

• Why trusting your own decisions is critical when investing

• The role of failure, risk and learning in long term success

• How money beliefs and upbringing shape investment decisions

• Georgie’s first property purchase and early investing journey

• Why ignoring outside noise can be important when buying property

• The balance between reinvesting into business and building property assets

• Why the Gold Coast is attracting ambitious entrepreneurs and investors

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Surfers Paradise is not finished. It’s positioning.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I break down why I believe Surfers Paradise is setting up for a serious resurgence, and the three surrounding pockets smart buyers should be watching closely over the next 12–24 months.

Reputation fades. Infrastructure doesn’t. And right now, infrastructure is stacking up.

We unpack what’s changing, where infrastructure is landing, and how to position before the skyline… and the prices shift.

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In this episode, we cover:

• Why Surfers Paradise lost momentum and what’s changed

• The Budds Beach precinct and why it’s a sleeper

• Main Beach around Tedder Ave and the Marina Mirage redevelopment

• Brighton Parade in Southport and the demographic shift underway

• The $180M Surfer residential tower

• The proposed 101-storey Southport project• How infrastructure drives long-term equity growth

• Why buying near approved projects beats buying finished hype

• Entry points across different budget levels

• “Buy when the kettle is bubbling, not boiling” explained

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