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Stuart highlights the growing concerns parents face about their children’s ability to enter the property market, offering a balanced strategy that prioritises parental financial security. The foundation of his advice is ensuring your own retirement is fully funded before considering financial support for your children. This prevents potential future dependency on them.

He explains that while parents may wish to help, their support should align with the child’s interest and motivation to buy property. Forcing the decision rarely works, as building wealth requires intrinsic motivation.

Stuart proposes a proactive strategy: parents purchasing an undervalued investment-grade apartment now, which can be sold to their children at a later date, potentially at a discounted rate. Melbourne’s stagnant apartment prices, combined with rising construction costs and low supply, make these properties an attractive investment likely to appreciate significantly over the next decade.

This approach ensures parents have control over their financial commitment while also providing a safety net for their children. If the child decides not to buy, parents can retain the property as an investment. Stuart advises professional guidance to navigate complexities like borrowing and inheritance planning, ensuring fairness if multiple children are involved.

Ultimately, he stresses putting your financial security first.

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