1Group Property Advisory

28/05/2026

Investing in commercial or residential below replacement cost means more than a good price - it means owning an asset that can't be replicated today with the same investment. With developers unable to justify building at current costs in some areas, 1Group is securing properties where constrained supply is already translating into rental upside, and the capital growth will follow.

26/05/2026

One of my favourite times to invest is just before EOFY. Listings sit on the market without getting the attention they deserve, and most investors are distracted. This period also precedes a wave of buyers who've sat down with their accountants post-EOFY and realised that property could be a smart move - meaning less competition now, and more of it later. The coming weeks are a key time period that shouldn't be overlooked.

24/05/2026

Negative gearing may still apply to commercial property investment, even as it's been abolished for residential - and that distinction matters.

Light industrial commercial is already an attractive asset class, offering strong yields, long lease terms, and tenant-paid outgoings. But the changes to negative gearing could drive a significant shift in its popularity. Residential investors running the numbers will find it increasingly difficult to justify holding property at 6.5–7% interest rates without the tax offset - and commercial, particularly light industrial, is a natural place for that capital to move.

13/05/2026

Converting a residential property into a private practice is one of the most underrated moves in medical real estate. But the challenges are real. Car parking requirements, zoning restrictions, council approvals - each one is a puzzle piece that needs to solve before you can even think about fit-out.

A commercial property, though harder to find, removes those hurdles from the start. The result? A cheaper project, a smoother process, and often than not, a better outcome.

11/05/2026

Residential builds your foundation. Commercial builds your cashflow.

For investors with equity and options, industrial property has been one of the strongest performers of the past few years - with the added advantage of tenants who manage the upkeep.

The best portfolios don't choose one over the other. But once you've built your base, commercial becomes the lever that balances capital growth with real cashflow.

07/05/2026

Retail medical in Brisbane - opportunity or hype in 2026?

Not all “retail medical” is created equal. The structure matters - is it strata or freehold? That decision alone changes the risk profile, control, and long-term upside.

Then there’s the broader market dynamic. Brisbane is still riding strong momentum, with Olympic-driven sentiment pushing prices higher. Buying into hype without understanding the underlying asset can quickly erode returns.

The question isn’t would we buy retail medical in Brisbane?
It’s which asset, under what structure, and at what point in the cycle?

30/04/2026

Would you buy in Western Sydney right now?

This isn't the market it was five years ago. With over $30 billion in infrastructure investment reshaping the corridor, the slow and steady gains of the past have given way to annual growth of 7–8%.

But here's where it gets interesting. Add a granny flat to the right property and you're generating a 10% yield on that structure alone - blending out to roughly 5% across the total investment. That's strong cash flow in a market that's simultaneously delivering capital growth most established suburbs can't match.

Watch the full breakdown 👇

21/04/2026

Industrial property is proving to be one of the strongest-performing asset classes in Australia and, in a number of markets, has outperformed residential.

We expect that trend to continue.

Our latest industrial report outlines why:

→ Vacancy remains extremely tight, with national availability compressing from around 3.8% to 2.5%
→ Speculative supply is forecast to fall 46% across 2026–27
→ Prime rents are continuing to grow at around 4% per annum
→ Investment volumes are up 14% year on year to $12.4 billion

The key theme is clear: demand is holding up, supply remains constrained, and improving funding conditions are supporting values.

For investors, that is a compelling combination.

Industrial continues to stand out as a relatively defensive sector with strong fundamentals, solid income characteristics, and further upside potential across the right markets.

The report includes city-by-city benchmarks, submarket analysis, and our ranked investment hotspots across Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.
Download the full report here:

Are you thinking of investing in the Industrial Property Market property market? Whether you are looking for residential, commercial, industrial or retail, everything you need to know is right here.

15/04/2026

Doctors don't have a knowledge problem. They have a time problem.

And when it comes to property - everyone's got an opinion, no one knows your situation, and the stakes are too high to get wrong.

That's why employing an expert is vital.

13/04/2026

Build-to-rent is reshaping inner-city property markets. Large-scale developers are constructing entire buildings designed solely for long-term rental. Premium amenities, higher rents, and institutional ownership are compressing yields across inner Melbourne and Sydney.

For investors, this changes the equation. Inner-city apartments are facing structural headwinds that didn't exist five years ago.

But move out to the 3–10km ring and the fundamentals remain strong. Quality apartments in these corridors offer better yield dynamics without the build-to-rent competition.