While everyone's chasing Brisbane and Perth, savvy investors are quietly discovering Canberra's hidden potential. In this episode, Steve Ash breaks down why the nation's capital could be Australia's most underrated property market right now. With bulletproof government employment, ultra-tight vacancy rates, and suburbs showing early signs of momentum, Canberra offers something most hot markets can't: stability with upside. From the affluent owner-occupier pockets of Wanniassa and Conder to the strategic NSW border play of Queanbeyan (with 10.4% growth in the last 12 months), this episode is packed with real data and actionable insights.If you're priced out of Brisbane or looking for your next portfolio addition, this could be the opportunity hiding in plain sight. 0:00 – Why nobody's talking about Canberra (and why they should be)2:55 – The biggest CON of investing in Canberra (leasehold & holding costs)3:55 – Wanniassa: 81.9% owner-occupiers & 12.5 year hold periods5:56 – Conder: Affordable entry with granny flat potential8:41 – The "cheat code" suburb: Queanbeyan (freehold land, no ACT fees)11:15 – Queanbeyan's 10.4% growth in the last 12 months13:10 – Steve's final verdict: Is Canberra worth it?

In this episode of My Next Property, Steve Ash sits down with Kurt from Blue Collar Money to break down a powerful three-step blueprint for young Australians to build a property portfolio in their early 20s.

This Queensland town is set to boom! And the numbers are already stacking up. In this episode, we unpack Townsville's explosive property market with boots-on-the-ground insights from buyer's agent Kurt.

From the $35K entry point strategy making first home buyers competitive, to the hidden flood zone risks that could blow out your insurance to $5,000+ per year, this episode breaks down what's really happening in North Queensland property.

If you're considering investing in regional Queensland or want to understand what drives these fast-moving markets, this is essential viewing.

0:00 — Introduction: Townsville's 80-100% growth explained3:07 — The $700K scheme cap driving Townsville's "second wind"6:06 — $35K entry strategy making first home buyers competitive8:32 — Flip play warning: How to spot overpriced properties9:22 — Flood zone trap: The hidden cost that kills your returns14:29 — Mackay & Rockhampton: Why mining towns are risky16:59 — Boom-bust lessons from Gladstone, Moranbah & Port Hedland

Sydney's 2000 Olympics saw property prices surge 60% in the lead-up, nearly double the national average. Now Brisbane is next.

In this episode, Steve Ash breaks down exactly what happened before and after the Sydney Games, and how those same patterns could play out for Brisbane 2032. From the M4 extension transforming Western Sydney to suburbs like Auburn and Parramatta outperforming, history reveals a clear playbook for Olympic city investing.

Whether you're a first home buyer or seasoned investor, this is the Brisbane Olympics thesis you need to understand.

0:00 – Sydney Olympics saw 60% property growth - could Brisbane repeat it?

5:06 – The suburbs that outperformed: Auburn, Parramatta, Ryde

7:00 – Brisbane's major projects: Cross River Rail, Victoria Park Stadium

9:29 – The specific suburbs Steve is watching for Brisbane 2032

11:38 – Why Petrie is a sleeper suburb (22km north with fast train access)

12:25 – Logan's transformation: from affordable to almost million-dollar suburbs

13:45 – Key difference: Brisbane has tighter stock and lower vacancy than pre-2000 Sydney

16:11 – Walking the suburbs: Brisbane's transformation from sleepy town to vibrant city

19:08 – Regional venue spread — why Brisbane could outperform Sydney's model

If you're ready to build a serious portfolio, remember to Subscribe!

HOW CAN I HELP?

🏠 Request Your FREE Strategy Session 👉 ⁠https://www.propertystrats.com.au/request-a-free-strategy-session/

🏠 My Buyer's Agency 👉 ⁠https://www.propertystrats.com.au/

Steve Ash sits down with Kurt to reveal why Trinity Beach has emerged as the standout opportunity, with median prices hitting $1M after starting at $500K in 2019, while southern suburbs like Edmonton surged 88% in the same period. Discover why the price gap is closing, what $750K can buy you in Trinity Beach today, and why this landlocked coastal corridor between the rainforest and reef is attracting Melbourne investors fleeing traffic for 20-minute commutes.

In this episode, Steve and Theo break down exactly where to buy in Melbourne in 2025 - whether you're working with under $700k or ready to invest above that mark.

Steve Ash breaks down EXACTLY how Brisbane's new 5% deposit scheme is reshaping the property market—and where savvy investors should be looking right now.

In this episode of My Next Property, Steve Ash breaks down how Melbourne's first-time buyer scheme is creating explosive opportunities across Victoria with minimal entry barriers.

Steve Ash breaks down how Sydney's new first-time buyer scheme is igniting dormant property markets across New South Wales. With no deposit limits up to $1.5M and zero stamp duty on properties under $800K, first-time buyers now have unprecedented leverage to enter the market.

In this episode of My Next Property, Steve Ash and Tommy Clarke dive deep into two explosive Melbourne property opportunities sitting above and below the $700K mark.

Steve breaks down why Point Cook is one of the most undervalued suburbs in Australia right now, predicting 40-50% growth over the next 5 years - while Tommy reveals why Lara in Geelong is the perfect 2026 play for savvy investors.

0:00 - Introduction: Melbourne’s $900K Stamp Duty Game-Changer Coming October 1st

2:00 - Why This Stimulus Will Rocket Fuel Melbourne’s Middle Ring Suburbs

4:25 - Point Cook Deep Dive: Steve’s Bold 40-50% Growth Prediction

6:40 - The Devil’s Number: Why 66.6% Owner-Occupier Rate Actually Signals Opportunity

8:15 - Supply Myth Busted: Why Point Cook Has Zero New Development Threat

10:05 - Days on Market Dropping Fast: The Perfect Entry Window

11:40 - Infrastructure Play: Westgate Tunnel & Williams Landing Rail Connection

12:03 - The Sydney Comparison: Kellyville at $2M+ vs Point Cook at $780K

14:16 - Victorian Tenancy Laws: Why Newer Properties Beat Older Stock for Investors

16:09 - Lara Geelong: Tommy’s 2026 Sleeper Hit Explained

18:00 - Geelong’s Economic Powerhouse: $20B GDP & 10% of All Regional Migration

19:18 - Lara vs Werribee: Better Socioeconomics, Only 10 Minutes Further

22:32 - The Sweet Spot: $600-650K Properties Yielding 4.5% in Lara

25:16 - Geelong as “The Next Newcastle”: Why This Regional Hub Follows Sydney’s Playbook

26:32 - Off-Market Gold: $1.2M Unit Block with NDIS Tenants & 4-Year Lock-In

If you're ready to build a serious portfolio, remember to Subscribe!