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These selected purchases reflect different briefs: rental income, land, renovation potential and future flexibility. Figures marked as under review are being checked against source records. All market reviews are indicative, not formal valuations; development potential is subject to relevant approvals.

MELBOURNE · OFF-MARKET ACQUISITION

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A Corner Block with More Possibilities

Primary result

Corner-block acquisition and renovation opportunity

Purchased: July 2025
Purchase Price: $605,000
Market Review: Approx. $742,000 — July 2026
Configuration: 3 Bed | 1 Bath | 2 Car
Rental Yield: 5.25%
Renovation: $15,000–$20,000

A corner-block acquisition in a tightly held Melbourne market, offering strong buyer and rental appeal. A targeted renovation improved the property's presentation, while the larger landholding preserved potential for future subdivision, subject to council approval.

MELBOURNE · INVESTOR ACQUISITION

Six Bedrooms. Stronger Income Potential.

Primary result

$1,100 Weekly Rent

Purchased: December 2025
Purchase Price: $750,000
Market Review: Approx. $835,000 — July 2026
Indicative Growth: +11.3% in 7 Months
Weekly Rent: $1,100
Configuration: 6 Bedrooms

Selected for an established investor, this six-bedroom property offered substantial rental income from the outset. Its configuration also provided scope for future improvements and a potential rooming-house strategy, subject to feasibility and relevant approvals.

REGIONAL VICTORIA · SMSF INVESTMENT

A Bigger Block. A Broader Investment Strategy.

Primary result

+41.6% Indicative Growth in 14 Months

Purchased: May 2025
Purchase Price: $385,000
Market Review: Approx. $545,000 — July 2026
Land Size: Approx. 750m²
Property Configuration: 3 Bedrooms
Acquisition Strategy: SMSF Investment

Purchased through an SMSF, this regional Victorian property combined a substantial landholding with established tenant appeal. Proximity to the town centre and possible future subdivision opportunities (STCA) provided flexibility beyond the immediate rental strategy.

MELBOURNE · VALUE-ADD LANDHOLDING

A Corner Position with Long-Term Flexibility

Primary result

+29.2% Indicative Growth in Approx. 19 Months

Purchased: 17 March 2025
Purchase Price: $542,000
Market Review: Approx. $700,000 — October 2026
Indicative Capital Uplift: +$158,000
Weekly Rent: $568
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 5.45%
Land Size: Approx. 640m²

Acquired as the client's second portfolio asset, this corner allotment offered rental income alongside valuable land flexibility. Separate street access and the corner position provided potential for future subdivision, redevelopment or alternative housing options (STCA).

MELBOURNE · LAND-LED STRATEGY

One Property. Multiple Future Options.

Primary result

Approx. 850m² Landholding / Future Flexibility

Purchased: 7 May 2025
Purchase Price: $725,000
Market Review: Approx. $830,000 — July 2026
Indicative Growth: +14.5% in Approx. 14 Months
Weekly Rent: $650
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 5.95%
Land Size: Approx. 850m²

An established, low-maintenance home on a generous 850m² allotment. The existing dwelling provided rental income, while the rear land offered potential for a second residence or future subdivision (STCA), creating additional options for the holding strategy.

PERTH · RENTER DEMAND

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Strong Rental Appeal Near the Coast

Primary result

$800 Weekly Rent

Purchased: December 2024
Purchase Price: $500,000
Market Review: Approx. $828,000 — October 2026
Weekly Rent: $800

A near-new Perth home selected for its modern, low-maintenance design and proximity to coastal amenities and employment access. The strategy prioritised rental demand, limited housing supply and an asset that could reduce near-term maintenance requirements.

WESTERN AUSTRALIA · LANDHOLDING

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Buying for the Land, Not Just the House

Primary result

Approx. 770m² Landholding

Purchase Price: $690,000
Market Review: Approx. $805,000 — September 2026
Weekly Rent: $650
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 4.90%
Land Size: Approx. 770m²

The attraction was the approximately 770m² landholding, not simply the dwelling. Strong rental income supported the holding strategy, while the larger block preserved possibilities for future improvements or redevelopment, subject to council approval.

Private Client Result

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Regional Investment with Employment Drivers

Primary result

Approx. $620 Weekly Rent

Purchased: 2025
Purchase Price: $450,000
Market Review: Approx. $545,000 — 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +21.1% in 12 Months
Weekly Rent: Approx. $620
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 7.2%

An affordable regional acquisition supported by employment, energy and infrastructure activity. The strategy focused on rental income, underlying land value and housing demand in an area experiencing investment in local employment opportunities.

Private Client Result

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An Income Strategy Beyond a Single Tenancy

Primary result

Approx. $1,150 Combined Weekly Rent

Purchased: 2025
Purchase Price: $495,000
Market Review: Approx. $602,000 — 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +21.6% between 2025 and 2026
Combined Weekly Rent: Approx. $1,150
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 12.1%

Selected for its suitability for rooming accommodation, this property offered the potential for multiple rental incomes from one residential asset. Tenant demand, employment access, transport and practical room configuration were central to the purchase decision.

Private Client Result

Two Rental Incomes. One Property.

Primary result

Approx. $850 Combined Weekly Rent

Purchased: 2025
Acquisition: Off-Market
Purchase Price: $485,000
Market Review: Approx. $555,000 — 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +14.4% between 2025 and 2026
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $70,000
Combined Weekly Rent: Approx. $850
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 9.1%

Secured off-market, this dual-key property provided two rental incomes from a single acquisition. The configuration offered stronger cash-flow flexibility while retaining the broader resale appeal of an underlying residential house-and-land asset.

Private Client Result

An Affordable Entry with Future Flexibility

Primary result

Affordable Entry / Approx. 6.0% Gross Rental Yield

Purchased: 2025
Acquisition: Off-Market
Purchase Price: $440,000
Market Review: Approx. $500,000 — 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +13.6% between 2025 and 2026
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $60,000
Weekly Rent: Approx. $510
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 6.0%

An established home on a larger residential block, acquired for its affordable entry price and rental appeal. Access to employment, healthcare and essential services supported tenant demand, while the land retained potential for future improvements, subject to approvals.

Private Client Result

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Finding Value Through Practical Improvements

Primary result

Value-Add Strategy

Purchased: 2025
Acquisition: Off-Market
Purchase Price: $475,000
Market Review: Approx. $545,000 — 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +14.7% in 6 Months
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $70,000
Weekly Rent: Approx. $590
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 6.5%

Bought with a targeted value-add approach, this property offered opportunities for cosmetic improvements and a rental reset without the complexity of a major renovation. The objective was to improve tenant appeal and future resale potential through practical upgrades.

MELBOURNE · OFF-MARKET ACQUISITION

Rental Income Today. Development Flexibility Tomorrow.

Primary result

Approx. $230,000 Indicative Equity Uplift

Purchased: August 2025
Purchase Price: Approx. $970,000
Market Review: Approx. $1,200,000 — June 2026
Indicative Growth: +23.7% in 10 Months
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $230,000
Weekly Rent: Approx. $820
Gross Rental Yield at Purchase: Approx. 4.4%
Configuration: 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
Land Size: Approx. 800m²
Planning: Approved Planning Permit

Secured off-market, this substantial Melbourne landholding came with an approved planning permit. The existing residence provided rental income while retaining a permitted development opportunity for the future, reducing the need to hold vacant land without income.

MELBOURNE · VALUE-ADD OPPORTUNITY

An Adaptable Floorplan with Long-Term Potential

Primary result

Approx. $650 Weekly Rent

Purchased: July 2024
Purchase Price: $724,000
Market Review: Approx. $794,000 — July 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +9.7% in 24 Months
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $70,000
Weekly Rent: Approx. $650
Configuration: 4 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
Land Size: Approx. 620m²

This established Melbourne home offered rental income, access to a major hospital and employment precinct, and scope for a practical floorplan change. Potential to add another bedroom and retain future subdivision options (STCA) made the property strategically flexible.

REGIONAL VICTORIA · RENOVATION STRATEGY

Renovation Potential Meets a Generous Block

Primary result

+21.4% to +23.1% Indicative Growth in 12 Months

Purchased: August 2025
Purchase Price: $593,000
Market Review: Approx. $720,000–$730,000 — August 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +21.4% to +23.1% in 12 Months
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $127,000–$137,000
Renovation Budget: Approx. $20,000
Land Size: Approx. 830m²

Purchased for its large landholding and value-add potential, this regional Victorian property offered scope for a targeted cosmetic renovation alongside possible future subdivision (STCA). The strategy combined improvement opportunities with the flexibility of a substantial block.

REGIONAL VICTORIA · INCOME FLEXIBILITY

A Property with More Than One Income Path

Primary result

+23.1% Indicative Growth in 12 Months

Purchased: July 2025
Purchase Price: $536,000
Market Review: Approx. $660,000 — July 2026
Indicative Growth: Approx. +23.1% in 12 Months
Indicative Equity Uplift: Approx. $124,000
Land Size: Approx. 700–730m²

Positioned close to the town centre, this relatively flat landholding offered several possible investment pathways. Traditional leasing, room rentals, short-stay accommodation and future development were considered as potential options, subject to relevant approvals and feasibility.

Indicative market reviews are based on available market evidence at the stated date and are not formal valuations. Past performance is not an indication of future performance.