Build New The New Buzzwords in Property Investing

Recent Townhouse build in Newcastle NSW for clients

Is the new hot move in Australia to build new instead of buying old?

With the proposed changes to negative gearing, many investors are now looking closely at new construction. Building new may offer stronger long‑term advantages, better tax outcomes, and a more predictable investment pathway. (Always confirm details with a trusted financial professional).

But not all House & Land Packages are created equal. Before you buy, make sure you’ve thought through a few essentials. Here are my top tips for anyone looking to build an investment property.”

Know the area — You don’t need to live there, but don’t rely on glossy brochures or inflated projections. Do your own research. Check real property values, vacancy rates, and rental demand. A quick search on realestate.com.au can give you a reality check.

Know your numbers — Understand build costs, rent returns, holding costs (for example if the land isn’t registered), and comparable sales. Solid numbers beat sales hype every time.

Some marketers inflate their House and Land Packages to the point where the numbers don’t make sense, make sure you understand what you are actually buying.

Choose a turnkey build — A turnkey home is fully completed inside and out..that means driveway, fencing, landscaping, the lot. For investors , especially those building outside their local area , this is worth it’s weight in gold. You avoid the headache of organising trades, and the builder handles everything (including council requirements for driveways, which often need applications and inspections before pouring).

You need someone who you can trust and will be with you all the way through the building journey. Not just vanishing into thin air once you sign on the dotted line.

That is where I can help.

I work with investors every day to help them build smarter and at the right price. Whether you want to use one of my trusted builders or prefer guidance while working with your own, I can support you, every step of the way.

With the direction of the new budget, building may be one of the strongest ways to grow a property portfolio and doing it right from the start will make all the difference.