Free Investor Guide · 2026 Edition
Where to Invest 2026
Melbourne, Victoria and Queensland locations, matched to your budget and property type
Our 14-page guide profiles 18 locations with multiple growth drivers, shows what each budget buys and where, and covers the markets on our radar in WA, SA, Tasmania, regional NSW and the Northern Territory.
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What’s inside
Location, Budget and Property Type, Matched
Most location lists stop at the suburb. This guide shows which locations and property types realistically fit your budget, and what to watch out for in each.
The Market in 2026
Why Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth and Darwin are moving in very different cycles, and what that means for you.
What Your Budget Buys
Under $600k, $600k–$750k, $750k–$950k and $950k+: which locations and property types fit.
Melbourne & Regional Victoria
10 locations, from Melbourne apartments and Wyndham to Geelong, Armstrong Creek, Ballarat and Bendigo.
Queensland
8 locations, including Brisbane, Ipswich, Logan, Moreton Bay, the Sunshine Coast and Townsville.
Markets on Our Radar
Perth, Adelaide, Tasmania, regional NSW and Darwin, with the latest growth and yield figures.
From Location to Property
An investment-grade checklist and five questions to ask before you choose.
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- 14-page PDF, free to download
- 18 locations across Victoria and Queensland
- What your budget buys, and where
- Markets on our radar in WA, SA, Tasmania, regional NSW and the NT
- Built on REIV, REIQ, Cotality, council and Hotspotting research
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the guide really free?
Yes. There’s no cost and no obligation. We ask a few quick questions so we can send you the guide and understand what you’re looking for.
Why do you ask about my budget and preferred locations?
Because the right location depends on your budget and the type of property you want. Your answers help us point you to the most relevant parts of the guide and research, and let us know which markets you’d like to hear about.
Can I see the locations without downloading?
Yes. Our locations page lists our Victorian locations. The guide adds Queensland, the markets on our radar, the budget guide and the investment-grade checklist.
How current is the information?
This is the 2026 edition, using data current to September 2026. Prices and conditions change, so we update the guide regularly and always assess specific properties on current evidence.
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