What We’re Watching Closely in the Property Market This Year At the start of every year, the property market comes with no shortage of predictions, headlines, and noise. Some are helpful. Many are not. At Crest Property Investments, we take a more measured approach. Instead of reacting to every headline, we focus on the underlying drivers that shape property values, rental demand, and long-term...
Top Things to do in Glen Iris Located just 10km southeast of Melbourne’s CBD, Glen Iris is a charming, family-friendly suburb known for its leafy streets, quality schools, and relaxed village vibe. With a mix of beautiful period homes and modern developments, Glen Iris offers a seamless blend of tradition and modern convenience. Here’s our pick of the top 10 things to do in Glen Iris. 1. Stroll or...
Buying Your First Investment Property: 5 Essential Steps for First-Time Investors in 2026 Buying your first investment property is an exciting milestone on your path to building long-term wealth. But for many first-time property investors, the process can feel overwhelming without the right strategy and support. Whether you’re buying locally or exploring the best places to buy an investment property in...
A Fresh Start: What the New Year Means for Property Buyers and Investors The start of a new year is a natural time to pause, reflect, and look ahead. For many Australians, it’s also the moment when property goals move from ideas to intentions. Whether you’re considering your first home, thinking about upgrading, or planning your next investment, the new year offers clarity, opportunity, and a chance...
Property Market Outlook 2026: What Buyers and Investors Should Expect As 2025 draws to a close, Australia’s property market has once again proven its resilience. Despite higher living costs, construction delays, and shifting buyer sentiment, property values have held firm - and in many regions, continued to rise. Looking ahead, all signs suggest 2026 could mark a turning point. With interest rate cuts...
What’s Driving Property Prices in Regional Hubs Like Geelong, Ballarat & Bendigo? Over the past few years, regional Victoria has transformed from a quieter alternative to Melbourne into a booming property market of its own. Suburbs across Geelong, Ballarat, and Bendigo are seeing steady price growth and it’s not by chance. Several key forces are driving this momentum, reshaping how investors and...
First Home Buyer Tips: Why Off the Plan Can Help You Break into the Market For many Australians, saving a deposit and entering the property market feels like an uphill battle, especially with rising property prices and the cost of living continuing to climb. But there’s a path that’s often overlooked by first home buyers: buying off the plan. At Crest Property Investments, we’ve seen first hand how...
The Pros and Cons of Buying with Family or Friends With property prices continuing to rise and the cost of living stretching household budgets, more Australians are considering buying property with family or friends as a way to get onto the property ladder or build an investment portfolio sooner. Whether it’s siblings buying their first home together, friends purchasing an investment property, or...
Will 2026 be the Year of the Investor? After several years of rising interest rates, construction delays, and cautious market sentiment, the Australian property landscape is showing signs of shifting once again. As we move closer to 2026, confidence is quietly rebuilding and all indicators suggest that property investors could make a strong return to the market. So, will 2026 be the year of the investor?...
Is the Rental Crisis Easing or Just Beginning? Over the past few years, headlines about Australia’s rental crisis have dominated the property conversation and for good reason.Vacancy rates remain near record lows, rental prices continue to climb, and the gap between demand and available homes shows little sign of closing. But as new projects are announced and government housing targets are set, many...