"I like to reference Sydney when they announced the Olympics 1990 to when they held the games in 2000, the government spent a similar amount on infrastructure projects...these things make the city a more desirable location. Sydney saw a growth across the metro locations of around 94% over that ten year period. If history is anything to base it off, Brisbane has a similar opportunity here. The Olympics will put Brisbane on the global stage."

With thanks to Buyers Collective for sponsoring this episode.

Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast

In this episode, Karen talks to Jack from Buyers Collective, a buyer's advocate agency helping clients buy a home or invest in property from Brisbane down the coast to Byron Bay. We talk about:

• The impact of the Sydney Olympics on house prices and what this signifies for Brisbane
• How property values are likely to grow
• Major infrastructure projects that are planned or underway
• Tips for buying into the market
• Potential downsides of the Olympics coming to Brisbane
• Why research is key before making a move
• Opportunities for newcomers to Australia

…And many more insights for anyone interested in property and investment in the Brisbane area.

Additional resources

• Listen to Dianne from Buyers Collective on episode 27 of the New Life in Australia podcast about buying your home in Queensland the smart way
• Find Buyers Collective in the Move to Australia Directory
• Visit Buyers Collective website and book a discovery call with Jack or Dianne
• Read Buyers Collective's article about buying a home on the Gold Coast

You can find the full show notes and transcript at https://smartstepstoaustralia.com/episode-37

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"Be flexible. Don't overplan. Work around the things you absolutely have to do. 28 days isn't a long time!"

Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast

In this episode, Karen chats to Tracy Collins from the UK Travel Planning and Global Travel Planning podcasts and websites all about planning a big holiday back to the UK after you've settled in Australia.

This episode is packed with practical tips and insights as Tracy and Karen share all of their knowledge about taking big long haul trips back to visit family, including:

• How to get around
• How to fit everything in
• Leaving your house behind for a month or more
• Methods for taking money
• The importance of travel insurance
• Staying connected while travelling
• Getting over jetlag
• What to pack for your flight
• And so much more

Additional resources

• Visit UK Travel Planning and Global Travel Planning websites
• Listen to Tracy's previous episodes on the podcast: save money with house sitting and the most downloaded episode of the New Life in Australia podcast to date: moving and moving again (about Tracy and Doug's experience of relocating from the UK to Mackay and then moving to Brisbane)
• Visit Tracy and Doug's UK Train Travel Tips Facebook group
• Read Karen's post about planning your big trip back

You can find the full show notes and transcript over on https://smartstepstoaustralia.com/episode-36/

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"I had these clients…they’d seen a property in Hawthorn. That area wasn’t in our brief…this is why we do a brief, so we aren’t tempted by shiny things. They told me they wanted capital growth, and that property wouldn’t provide that. Stick to the plan!"

Welcome to the New Life in Australia podcast

In this episode, Karen talks to Tonya Davidson from Davidson Property Advocates all about creating a solid property buying strategy.

We cover:

• How to determine your property brief
• Negotiating on your dream property
• Why saving time and money is only part of the puzzle - it's also about getting the right property for your future goals
• Get to know your buyer's advocate - their values are important!
• Know what questions to ask
• Why data is so important
• Know which days to avoid making offers
• and so much more!

Additional resources

• Listen to Tonya's previous episode on the New Life in Australia podcast
• Find Davidson Property Advocates in the Move to Move to Australia Directory
• Visit Davidson Property Advocates website

You can find the full show notes and the transcript at https://smartstepstoaustralia.com/episode-35

If you enjoyed listening, don’t forget to subscribe to the show wherever you listen to podcasts! All positive reviews would be really appreciated!

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