Investment By Design

About Investment By Design

Welcome to the Investment By Design Podcast, where we sit down with successful and up-and-coming real estate investors from Cairns and across Australia. Each episode uncovers their journey, the lessons they’ve learned, and the strategies that led to their success. Whether you’re just starting out or building your portfolio, you’ll find practical insights, inspiration, and real-world advice to help you invest smarter and grow with confidence.

Publisher

Shaun Craike

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Oct 2025

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

49 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026

   Ep 49. Cairns Real Estate 2027 Forecast: Is Another Property Boom Coming?

   Will Cairns property prices keep rising in 2027, or has the market already peaked? In this Cairns real estate market forecast, we explore what's next for property prices, rental yields, housing supply and the best property investment opportunities in Cairns, Queensland.Cairns property prices have increased by an extraordinary 59% over the past three years, compared with 26% nationally. Despite this growth, I believe 2027 could present some incredible opportunities for buyers and property investors in Far North Queensland.In this video, I break down the latest Cairns property market data, explain why the housing shortage could continue pushing rents and property values higher, and share where I'd be looking to invest in Cairns in 2027.🏡 What you'll learn in this Cairns property market forecast: Why Cairns real estate prices have outperformed Sydney and Melbourne Whether Cairns property prices could continue increasing in 2027 Why Cairns rental vacancy rates remain below 1% How the $1 billion Cairns Hospital expansion could influence housing demand Why rising construction costs are restricting new apartment development Why established apartments could be among the best investment opportunities in Cairns How the recent increase in properties for sale could create opportunities for buyers The Cairns suburbs I'd be researching for property investment in 2027 📍 Where would I invest in Cairns in 2027? I share my thoughts on established apartments and investment properties in Cairns North, Manoora, Westcourt and Cairns City, including what investors should consider when comparing rental returns, body corporate fees, capital growth potential and purchase prices. I also explain how an apartment I purchased in Manoora for approximately $170,000 in 2019 has grown to an estimated value of $470,000 today. Past performance doesn't guarantee future growth, but understanding property replacement costs, housing supply and local rental demand can help investors make more informed decisions. 🏠 Looking to buy property in Cairns or North Queensland I'm a Cairns-based property investor and co-founder of The Buyers Co, an independent buyers agency helping home buyers and property investors find, assess and negotiate properties throughout Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville and the Atherton Tablelands. We help local and interstate buyers purchase investment properties, family homes and off-market opportunities, with a strong focus on location, property fundamentals and negotiating the right price. Whether you're researching your first Cairns investment property, planning to expand your Queensland property portfolio or relocating to Far North Queensland, we'd love to help. 🌐 The Buyers Co: https://www.thebuyersco.com.au (https://www.thebuyersco.com.au) 🎙️ Investment by Design Podcast: Property investing insights, real estate market analysis and conversations about building long-term wealth through Australian property. 💬 Join the conversation Do you think Cairns property prices will keep rising in 2027, or is the market due for a correction? And would you rather invest in a house or an established apartment in Cairns? Let me know in the comments. Subscribe for regular Cairns property market updates, Queensland real estate forecasts, property investment strategies and insights from the ground as a local Cairns buyers agent. This video contains general market commentary and personal opinions, not individual financial advice. Property investment involves risks, and market forecasts are not guarantees.#CairnsRealEstate #CairnsPropertyMarket #PropertyInvestingAustralia

2. 

   24 Sept 2026

   Ep 48. 7 Rules I Used to Create Financial Freedom

   Most Australians are taught the same financial formula: get a good job, earn more, buy a house, upgrade your lifestyle and hopefully retire comfortably.But that path does not automatically create financial freedom.In this video, I break down the 7 rules that have shaped how I think about money, debt, property and lifestyle after building a portfolio of 10 properties over roughly 10 years.We cover:Why a high income does not automatically make you financially freeHow debt can either accelerate wealth or destroy cash flowThe 4 property pillars I believe need to be balanced: cash flow, capital growth, market forces and the ability to manufacture growthWhy long-term compounding matters more than short-term resultsThe hidden opportunity cost of expensive lifestyle purchasesWhy looking wealthy and actually being financially free are two very different thingsThe goal is not to stop spending money or avoid enjoying life. It is to build enough financial strength that your lifestyle no longer depends entirely on your next pay cheque.Need help buying the right property?At The Buyers Co, we help home buyers and property investors identify, assess, negotiate and secure property with a strategy built around their goals.We work across Cairns, Port Douglas, Townsville and the Atherton Tablelands, with a focus on making sure the property fits the bigger financial picture, not just the purchase itself.If you would like help with your next property purchase, visit The Buyers Co and get in touch.www.thebuyersco.com.auSubscribe for more straightforward conversations about property, investing and creating financial freedom.#PropertyInvesting #FinancialFreedom #AustralianProperty #RealEstateInvesting #WealthCreation #PropertyInvestment #TheBuyersCo

3. 

   17 Sept 2026

   Ep 47. Australian Property Investors Are Disappearing. Here’s What Happens Next

   Australian property investors are disappearing. But what if they're leaving at exactly the wrong time? In this video, I break down why investor confidence has been hit by recent government policy changes, how borrowing power has changed, and why many Australians may be overlooking one of the most interesting property market setups we've seen in years. While headlines focus on falling prices and investor uncertainty, something else is happening beneath the surface: • Rental growth remains extremely strong • Vacancy rates remain critically low in many markets • Investor competition has reduced • Some vendors are becoming more negotiable • Yields on certain properties are improving • Population growth continues to place pressure on housing demand • New housing supply remains constrained I also explain why I believe the biggest losers from investors exiting the market could ultimately be tenants, and why some of today's buying conditions could look very different a few years from now. We'll look at: 🏠 The impact of the 2027 property policy changes 🏠 Investor borrowing capacity and negative gearing changes 🏠 Why rental yields are improving in some markets 🏠 The relationship between rents, prices and opportunity 🏠 Cairns property market observations from the ground 🏠 Population growth and housing demand 🏠 Construction costs and housing supply 🏠 Why some investors are waiting, and the risks of doing so 🏠 Whether 2026 could become a significant buying window for Australian property investors This isn't a prediction that prices can only go up. It's an exploration of what happens when sentiment turns negative while some of the underlying investment fundamentals remain surprisingly strong. If you're interested in Australian property investing, real estate market trends, rental property analysis, housing supply, population growth, property prices, negative gearing, rental yields and long-term wealth creation through property, this video is for you. 👇 I'd love to hear your view: Are investors making a mistake by stepping away from the market right now, or is this the start of a much bigger downturn? #AustralianProperty #PropertyInvesting #RealEstateAustralia #PropertyMarket #NegativeGearing #RentalCrisis #PropertyPrices #AustralianHousing #PropertyInvestor #InvestmentProperty #HousingMarket #RealEstateInvesting #PropertyNews #RentalProperty #AustralianEconomy

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