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This guide walks through the red flags Brisbane landlords should watch for, what each one usually means, and what to do about them.

For many landlords, their rental property is a significant investment, and to optimise their returns, they're looking for a tenant who pays on time, looks after the property and stays long term.

Finding a tenant like that takes more than posting a listing and taking the first application. It takes a deliberate process, applied consistently, from the moment your property goes live and throughout the tenancy.

Serena Jones is now the founder and director of Locality Property Buyers, helping other newcomers navigate the very process that once left her so bewildered. We sat down with her to find out what genuinely surprises people buying their first property in Brisbane - and why a bit of local knowledge goes such a long way.

In Queensland, a property can absolutely sell at auction with just one registered bidder. Many successful auction sales happen exactly this way. Competitive bidding often achieves exceptional results, but the real purpose of an auction is simpler than that: it brings a committed buyer and seller together in a transparent environment where they can reach an agreement.

Discover what to look for when buying an investment property in Brisbane, from rental demand and yield to flood risk, costs, condition and growth potential.

When a relationship ends and the family home needs to sell, most people’s first question isn’t about marketing or open homes. It’s simpler and more anxious than that: Can we even sell yet? Who decides? And when do I actually see my share?

Learn how to switch property managers in Queensland, what forms to check, how the handover works and when Brisbane landlords should change agents smoothly.

If you've been thinking about selling, the clock's ticking on one of the best windows in the property calendar. Right now, Brisbane's western suburbs are sitting in that sweet spot where autumn buyer demand meets an approaching end of financial year - and sellers who act on this timing stand to benefit.

If you're thinking about selling this spring, June is the time to make your decisions - not October. The sellers who achieve the best results in August and September didn't get lucky with timing. They made deliberate choices about presentation two or three months beforehand, and those choices gave them a genuine edge on the day.

If you've been thinking about selling, the clock's ticking on one of the best windows in the property calendar. Right now, Brisbane's western suburbs are sitting in that sweet spot where autumn buyer demand meets an approaching end of financial year - and sellers who act on this timing stand to benefit. Here's what's driving the opportunity and how to make the most of it before 30 June.

With recent Federal Budget announcements and ongoing discussion around proposed changes to Capital Gains Tax concessions and negative gearing, many property investors are beginning to reassess their long-term strategies. Here are six of the biggest mistakes we believe investors can make when preparing to sell in a changing market.

Same postcode, different suburb, but what does that actually mean for buyers? We break down the key differences between Kenmore and Kenmore Hills.

Discover why Pullenvale is Brisbane's top acreage suburb — large blocks, prestige schools, and city access in one leafy western suburb. Explore properties today.

Separation is one of the most emotionally demanding experiences a person can go through. When the family home is involved, the stakes rise higher. It's not just a property transaction - it's the place where your life together was built, and the sale often feels like the ending of a chapter.

At Penrose Real Estate, we've worked with couples navigating separation for decades. We understand the complexity: the legal requirements, the emotional weight, and the very real need for a fair, efficient outcome that lets both parties move forward. We're here to help.

This guide walks you through what a property sale during separation actually looks like - the process, the practical steps, and how to protect both parties throughout.

You've been thinking about it for months, maybe years. The kids have moved out, the garden feels more like a burden than a joy, and you're using only three rooms of your home. But something keeps stopping you.

If you're considering selling your home in Brisbane's western and northern suburbs this year, you're entering a market that's fundamentally different from what we saw just 12 months ago.

We've guided hundreds of families through this transition. Here's what you need to know to make 2026 the year you downsize with confidence.

Most problems that stop properties from selling can be fixed. We have listed the 10 most common reasons a property fails to sell in Brisbane, along with what you can do to get buyers to cross the line.

Summary: A guide to selling inherited property in Brisbane, covering capital gains tax exemptions (including the 2-year main residence exemption), managing multiple beneficiaries, probate requirements and property preparation. Includes practical advice on navigating the emotional and financial complexities of selling a deceased estate. Selling an inherited property brings mixed emotions - grief, nostalgia, and complicated...Read More→

Whether you're downsizing or searching for your first home in sunny Brisbane, safety will be a top priority, and rightly so. From the threat of bushfires to the likelihood of burglaries, don't let security concerns keep you up at night. We've done the hard work for you, analysing crime rates, seeking community insights and exploring...Read More→