Straight-Talking Property Insights

MARKET SNAPSHOT  Straight-Talking Property Insights Sydney property continues to move through changing market conditions, but the fundamentals remain the same: buy well, focus on quality and take a long-term view. The chart below is a good reminder that while cycles come and go, strong property decisions tend to stand the test of time. ┃Commercial Leasing [...]

MARKET UPDATE Is the current market a warning, or an opportunity? The property market has hit a speed hump, with tighter finance, softer buyer confidence and longer selling periods. The slowdown has been felt most at the upper end, while more affordable and well-located properties have remained comparatively resilient. ┃For Buyers For prepared buyers, current [...]

Where Would You Invest Today? John Gibson Weighs In If a cheque landed in your hands today, where would you put it? It’s the question John asks every guest at the start of the podcast, and one that quickly separates opinion from experience. This time, we asked him. Below is a short segment where John [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and Special Guest, Steve "Blocker" Roach In this latest snippet from Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, Steve “Blocker” Roach cuts through the noise with a simple rule for property and business. If it sounds easy, it usually isn’t. The real value, as John Gibson knows well, is rarely [...]

If a cheque landed in your hands today, where would you put it? It’s the question John asks every guest at the start of Talking Property with John Gibson. No hypotheticals, no fluff, just a direct conversation about how experienced investors and business leaders would allocate capital in today’s market, and why. Below, we’ve pulled [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and Special Guest, Mark Hughes In this snippet from Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, Knights premiership winner and Brain Cancer Advocate, Mark Hughes, talks with John about the importance of getting into the property market early. With income peaking young and careers changing fast, Mark shares why buying early [...]

Property, Politics & the $3M Question  In our latest episode of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, we welcomed  Laura Jayes, one of Australia’s most respected political journalists and the anchor of  AM Agenda on Sky News. In this snippet, John puts Laura on the spot with a simple but revealing question: “How would you spend $3 million?” Her answer shines a [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and Rugby League Great  - Peter 'Wally' Wynn In this snippet from Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, we hear from one of rugby league’s most respected figures, Peter 'Wally' Wynn. Known for his grit on the field and sharp instincts off it, Peter shares how he’d invest $7.5 [...]

Right Here Right Now - What’s Happening in Property? Early this year there were green shoots appearing in the property market-now its gathering steam. The total value of all residential dwellings rose across the country rising 1.2% over the quarter and almost 6% over the year.  The Reserve Bank has delivered its announcement - interest rates [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and Radio Legend - Brendan 'Jonsey' Jones In this snippet from Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, Jonesy shares the story of his very first property move - when interest rates were 19% and the bank knocked him back in Sydney. What happened next? A bold move to Brisbane and [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and media personality — Jim Wilson. In our latest episode of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, veteran broadcaster Jim Wilson shares the story behind his first property investment — a pivotal moment sparked by a conversation with his sister Rebecca: “We should be buying, not renting.” What followed [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson welcomes one of Australia's most respected media personality — Jim Wilson. In our latest episode of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, veteran broadcaster Jim Wilson is handed a hypothetical cheque for $1 million—and his response on where he’d invest it in today’s market is sharp, strategic, and backed by [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson & Wayne ‘Junior’ Pearce OAM In this edition of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson, we’re joined by rugby league legend and businessman Wayne ‘Junior’ Pearce OAM to talk property and investment strategy. Wayne shares his approach to trading property and why buying and selling strategically is key to [...]

Australia Day is just around the corner, and what better way to get into the spirit than with a nod to one of the most iconic marketing campaigns in Australian history? In this special throwback snippet from our podcast, we revisit Sam Kekovich’s legendary association with Meat & Livestock Australia. Sam shares how the Australia [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson & Ryan Cross Our special guest on Talking Real Estate with John Gibson is professional athlete turned businessman Ryan Cross. From representing the Wallabies, Grand Final glory with the Sydney Roosters to tackling the complexities of commercial real estate, Ryan shares his inspiring journey from sport to commercial real [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson – Featuring “The Mentor” Mark Bouris AM. In this snippet from our latest podcast, Mark Bouris takes us back to his early years, revealing the decision behind his very first property purchase. From humble beginnings to major business deals, Mark’s story is all about bold moves and sharp insights. [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson – Featuring “The Mentor” Mark Bouris AM. In this episode, we sit down with one of Australia’s top business minds, Mark Bouris. From taking on the big banks to shaping Australia’s property and business landscape, Mark’s straight-talking approach leaves nothing off the table. In this must-hear moment, John Gibson [...]

Dual International and Property Expert, John Brass, Joins Us on "Talking Real Estate with John Gibson"! In this episode of "Talking Real Estate with John Gibson," we are joined by John Brass, a dual-code Rugby international who achieved greatness both on the field and in the business world. After an illustrious sporting career, John transitioned [...]

In our latest episode of "Talking Real Estate with John Gibson," we dive into the commercial leasing market. John Gibson reveals why there's no better time to lease office space. With new office buildings still being constructed and plenty of supply available, landlords are offering exceptionally sharp deals. Modern office fit-outs are making it even [...]

In our latest episode of "Talking Real Estate with John Gibson," we sit down with Rugby League legend Ben Ross! Ben shares his journey of finding a place to call home after moving to Sydney. With no prior knowledge of the market, he invested significant time researching and sought expert advice. His early property purchase [...]

Join us on "Talking Real Estate with John Gibson" as we sit down with "Origin Legend" Mark Coyne, former Dragons captain. Mark shares his journey from the rugby field to becoming a prominent figure in the business and insurance industries, utilising his expertise in property and financial strategy. Together with John's insightful market wrap, they [...]

Episode 24 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Mark Coyne! In this episode, Mark Coyne, celebrated former Dragons captain and seasoned business leader, discusses his unique role in guiding teammates through their property investments. John Gibson probes, asking if players were open about their financial situations and property buying decisions during Coyne's playing [...]

Discover How We Tailor Our Services to Every Property Need Join our latest podcast episode for an insightful discussion with John Gibson, Managing Director of Locate Negotiate, hosted by Mark Warren. Dive into our versatile approach to property, catering to a wide client spectrum - from first-time homebuyers to seasoned investors. Discover how our expertise [...]

Talking Real Estate with John Gibson with Rugby League legend Braith Anasta Join John Gibson in an insightful discussion with Rugby League legend Braith Anasta, who, beyond his sports fame, has carved a niche in the property investment world. In this episode, Braith shares his unique perspective on the real estate market, reflecting on his [...]

Throwback to Episode 21 of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson and Mark Bouris one of Australia’s top business minds. John Gibson sat down with the incredible John Roca "JR", a true icon in the Australian Automotive Industry with over 30 years of experience and an intimate knowledge of the Real Estate space. John gives you [...]

Episode 22 of Talking Real Estate with John Gibson Join Locate Negotiate's Managing Director, John Gibson, and co-host Mark Warren as they delve into Real Estate discussions. John shares insights on the Western Sydney Airport Aerotropolis, Land Banking, and international markets like the US, Russia, and China. Back on local shores, the real estate market [...]

Episode 21 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by John Roca Join John Gibson as he talks all things real estate with John Roca "JR", a distinguished figure with over 30 years of experience in the Automotive Industry. JR is not only an industry leader but also possesses a profound understanding of the Real [...]

Episode 21 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by John Roca Tune in to our latest podcast episode for a captivating update on the property market! Join John Gibson and the remarkable John Roca ("JR"), Managing Director and Dealer Principal of Sydney City Toyota and Sydney City Lexus, as they explore the interplay between [...]

Episode 9 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by John Quayle In light of the recent and sad passing of the legendary Tina Turner, we take a moment to remember the late icon by revisiting a past podcast episode featuring John Quayle. In this episode, John not only shares his intriguing property journey but [...]

Episode 12 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Erin Molan We revisit an earlier podcast, where John is joined by Erin Molan. John gifts Erin 5 Million Dollars to invest in property, so what will our special guest do with her new found wealth!? Check out the clip below... To listen to the [...]

Episode 20 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Dino Mezzatesta CEO of Cronulla Sharks Dino is one of Australia's leading sports administrators and has been the CEO of the Cronulla Sutherland Sharks since 2020. In this episode John, Mark and Dino discuss where the property market is currently, as well as the continuing [...]

Episode 19 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Johnny Lewis! Johnny Lewis recalls his first real estate purchase at Hardys Bay on the Central Coast with his much loved Dad, Alfie. When the local real estate agent prompted Johnny to have a look at the property, negotiations began slowly, and thankfully Johnny was [...]

Episode 8 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Danny Green! This month we throw back to Episode 8 of Talking Real Estate, we were deep in Sydney's second covid lockdown. John is joined by Danny Green, Danny discusses growth in West Australia's regional areas and investing local. Great wines, great surf, great lifestyle. [...]

Episode 9 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by John Quayle! Ron Jones was for two decades one of the most powerful men in Sydney football and in the booming licensed club industry. Jones gave John Quayle an opportunity to start at the all new Eastern Suburbs Leagues Club, an opportunity Quayle grabbed with both hands. Very [...]

Episode 16 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Graham Arnold! With the Fifa World Cup well underway, listen to Socceroos Coach Graham Arnold discuss his make-or-break decision during the Socceroos World Cup qualifier against Peru. Check out the 2 minute clip below... To listen to the full podcast click here.  Stock levels for residential [...]

Episode 18 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by James Dack! We’re talking Real Estate with John Gibson Managing Director, Locate Negotiate and our co-host Mark Warren. Our special guest is none other than James Dack, Real Estate superstar, turned technology entrepreneur. What a journey of blood, sweat and tears! Check out the 2 [...]

Episode 4 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Stuart Clark! A throw back to one of our first podcasts. Stuart Clark is educated and articulate as cricket fans well know, he paints pictures with his words on ABC’s cricket coverage, one of summers great joys. His knowledge of property is strong having worked [...]

Episode 17 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Joel Caine! A must listen from a brilliant story teller! Joel Caine, media personality and former NRL player, tells his story and takes us on a ride, an emotional and financial roller coaster, as Caine reflects on a business decision through no fault of his [...]

Episode 16 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Graham Arnold! Our very special guest Socceroo's Coach (fair to say Super Coach) Graham Arnold gives our audience an insight into his property investment strategy and into the overseas property market. Check out the teaser below... To listen to the full podcast click here.  Is it time [...]

Episode 15 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Sam Kekovich! To paraphrase Sam Kekovich, "It’s never been harder for Australians to own their own home. Even highly educated young professionals, lawyers, doctors, the captains of tomorrow, they can’t afford their own homes! It’s a terrible tragedy that’s creating a great division in our society [...]

Episode 13 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Robert “Dipper” DiPierdomenico! Has the Sydney market plateaued? That’s the big question for many in the market looking to buy or invest. Gibson keeps it simple. Whilst our industry leader says the market has come off the boil, the date he researches, shows that historically the [...]

Episode 12 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Luke Ricketson! Luke Ricketson talks about ‘now or never moments’ once experiencing the business world post Rugby League, suffice to say building an impressive CV along the way. From the outside looking in, it’s now easy to see that Ricketson was always going to be a [...]

Episode 11 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Erin Molan! John Gibson gifts our special guest Erin Molan 5 Million Dollars to invest in property so what will our special guest do with her new found wealth!? To listen to the full podcast click here.  There has been some recent commentary around the impact of [...]

Episode 11 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Craig Fitzgibbon! Rugby League is big business and, like all businesses, your support staff is vital. Craig Fitzgibbon has been mentored by Trent Robinson as part of the Roosters coaching staff, Fitzgibbon has been unofficial The Minister For Defence with Brad Fittler’s NSW BLUES the [...]

The Talking Real Estate with John Gibson podcast features our special guests from the field of business and sport, relationships built over many decades by the Gibson family. We kicked off 2021 with The Voice of Rugby League, Australian icon Ray ‘Rabs’ Warren and went on to have some entertaining real estate yarns with sporting legends Sean [...]

Episode 10 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by Trevor Hendy! Trevor Hendy is at the top of his game with massive amounts of exposure, a household name with sponsorship endorsements and a money stream. Trevor Hendy is open and brutally honest on his property journey, the highs and lows and the experience. To [...]

Episode 9 of Talking Real Estate, John is joined by John Quayle, Player, Administrator and Icon! RON JONES was for two decades one of the most powerful men in Sydney football and in the booming licensed club industry. Jones gave John Quayle an opportunity to start at the all new Eastern Suburbs Leagues Club, an opportunity [...]

Episode 8 of Talking Real Estate John is joined by The Green Machine, Danny Green. With lockdown restrictions and Australians looking local, Green also sees growth in the West Australian regional areas he's and investing local. Great wines, great surf, great lifestyle. To listen to the full podcast click here.  Despite all that’s going on with [...]

John Gibson’s talking Real Estate Episode 7 is dedicated to Chris Walker’s ‘Walk of a Lifetime’ and along this brutal 1557 kilometre challenge Chris has seen so much of amazing Queensland. So we ask for the towns that have really caught his keen property eye and Walker has one really hot tip! #HotProperty And we ask [...]

We ask Michael Cheika "what makes a winner" And the 2015 World Rugby Coach of the Year leaves us in no doubt as to his unfinished business with Australian Rugby Union. To listen to the full podcast click here.  Our goal is to keep you up to date with the latest property market news and analysis. [...]

Freddy purchased land at a new Estate back in the 90’s called Glenmore Park! John Gibson asks with his contacts and professional advice what kind of due diligence went into Fittler’s property strategy. To listen to the full podcast click here.  Observations Investors are looking at industrial now as a safer option. They’re channelling their money [...]

Stuart Clark purchasing property and…. Warnies Pool! John Gibson asks Stuart Clark “ Are cricketers getting the right advice away from the cricket field” To listen to the full podcast click here.  House prices have continued to rise across Australia’s five largest state capitals through the month of February. Pretty much all banks have done a complete [...]

HOYTS Invested $300M and then #COVID! "We have invested 300M over the past five or six years renovating premises growing market share and profitability. I was meant to be in Wuhan China in January, by late March every one of our cinemas were shut. We lost about 70% of our group revenue last year" - [...]

We got a knock on the door from the RMS they said they need to put then Westconnex right through our premises and that we'll have to get out." - Sean Garlick, Managing Director - Garlo's Pies To listen to the full podcast click here.  Wrapping up 2020 The consequences of 2020 were expected by many [...]

Episode 1: Special guest Ray Rabs Warren joins John Gibson To listen to the full podcast click here.  Sydney auction clearance rates nearing 79% in early November. Volume levels are still down on last year though. Sydney and Brisbane house prices grew by 0.5% in October The resilience of residential property markets has surprised many this [...]

Are you paying too much for your commercial space? Is it time to take control of your lease? With the Blend & Extend strategy, you can renegotiate your lease before it expires, potentially lowering your rent and securing additional incentives. Why Now is the Perfect Time for Blend & Extend The landscape of office leasing in [...]

Prudent property investors ideally like to buy property in between a declining market and the bottom of the market when their bargaining power is stronger, and competition is somewhat weaker. The end game is to get the full benefit of the rising market when it kicks in. At Locate Negotiate we advise, put together a [...]

Auction clearance rates back up above 70% for Sydney since restrictions have eased. Prices remain fairly stable overall, however, there are some localities and price points seeing some discounting. With restriction eased in NSW, the short-term holiday rentals that have been transferred to the long-term rental market may start to transfer back to the holiday [...]

Are you a landlord who has received a request from your tenant to waiver rent or defer rent? Are you a tenant requiring rent relief because your business has had a significant downturn? Is dealing with property related matters a disruption to your business? We are here to assist with troubleshooting, driving negotiations and resolving [...]

Australian states and territories will put a six-month moratorium on evictions for both residential and commercial tenants during the coronavirus pandemic, Prime Minister Scott Morrison announced tonight. Tenants and landlords will need to work together The Prime Minister’s residing message for both commercial and residential landlords and tenants, is to work together to try to [...]

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CoreLogic’s latest Home Value Index, which shows the rises in Sydney drove an average quarterly price increase of 2.9% across the nation. But on an annual basis, Sydney’s median prices are still down 2.5%, and down more than 10% from their peak just two years ago. Informed property analysts expect an increase in Sydney house [...]

Tenant Representation Brief: As the entrusted tenant representative of a large, national company Locate Negotiate were directed to act on their behalf in their commercial lease negotiations in South Western Sydney. Discussions were around a Stay vs Go analysis, Locate Negotiate engaged the wider Sydney market to investigate suitable options in the marketplace. Our Client [...]

Property is found in the investment portfolio of many people. In fact, roughly two thirds of adult Australians possess property as one of their assets. The purchasing of a property can be for many people the largest investment that they will ever make, and the daunting fact is that many people opt for the DIY [...]

Quick Facts Commercial real estate had mixed results across the country in the past six months, but among the options for buying in this sector, office holdings are considered one of the safer choices. Sydney, auction rates have improved on the back of vendor expectations meeting the market, the number of property transactions is down [...]

Quick Facts In Victoria, Apartments located within the city are offering good investment returns due to limited supply because of the rise in popularity of AirBnB. Blacktown 54% median value for dwellings is up over the past five years. Sydney Industrial: Vacancy rates have tightened as e-commerce drives demand and speculative building is absorbed. Vacancy [...]

Is dealing with property related matters a disruption to your business? This is where Locate Negotiate can help. Locate Negotiate are there to ensure that your focus remains on your business. What services do Locate Negotiate undertake? Negotiate Lease and Rent Reduction National retailer: Bulky Goods Showroom Southport QLD: Recently we were successful in negotiating a new [...]

Quick Points As well documented, the residential market is now entering the next section of the property cycle. Is it a case of baton down the hatches? Predictions Of course, we know the main purpose of property predictions- to make meteorologists look respectable. Currently, there is no shortage of “experts” trying to predict the Australian property [...]

The typical Sydney buyer forks out $42,000 stamp duty per transaction NSW residents currently pay $7 billion annually in stamp duty taxes Tax reform will cost the state about $185 million annually in taxes-It’s a small step towards reform Average savings will be circa $500 per transaction NSW will be the first state to index [...]

Quick Points Sydney-Warehousing and storage are currently the key asset types for Sydney industrial. Good quality, functional office space is being seen as a requirement for most owner-occupiers and tenants. The trend for industrial strata development is a higher number of smaller units as opposed to a smaller number of larger units. Infrastructure projects have [...]

Quick Points Sydney Market - the number of new listings is down 8.1% on this time last year, however, the number of total listings is up 21.1%, with the median time on the market increasing from 32 days to 46 days over that period. With stock levels at close to six-year highs, a further jump [...]

Quick Points No handbrake on the Sydney retail commercial property market. It’s on the rise! The residential market in Sydney has finally slowed down, and it will be interesting to see what properties continue to be available for under $500,000 in the coming years. If prices have another surge, there will be very limited supply [...]

Market Snapshot The annual rate of dwelling value growth has slowed to 0.2% nationally The combined regional markets have recorded growth in values over the past year (2.4%) Rental rates rose over the year across all capital cities except for Perth and Darwin Population growth remains strong, however, an increasing number of residents are leaving [...]

Where do i start There are many people who have prospered by investing in property, however, property investment can be risky and has high barriers. In addition to the large amount you pay for the property, there’s also stamp duty and other associated costs waiting to eat into your profits. There also can be risks [...]

Outlook ANZ predicts house prices will rise 2% nationally in 2018. Higher than the recent forecasts predicted 2 weeks ago. ANZ believe the worst of the price falls are now behind us. Brisbane on the up Multiple major firms are stating that Brisbane can expect a property boom over the next 5 years. The evidence [...]

We are not restricted to residential property acquisitions Client Client’s goals – to diversify their property portfolio and purchase a commercial property within their SMSF. The Brief The brief was simple: to source and negotiate a commercial property in the Sydney Metro area which met the following requirements; prominent position, good yield, secure tenant, surrounded [...]

How to achieve the best outcome when selling your property? We’re here to help… Click on the button below to learn more about our Sellers’ Advocacy Service Learn More Quick Facts Sydney Sydney still has the highest median values for houses and units, as well as for rent, and more dwellings sold in Sydney than [...]

Are you getting the best service and advice from your Property Manager? We’ll show you how to increase rental returns and increase property worth! Our goal is to ensure our clients maximise their property investments and accelerate their returns. We can review your investment portfolio. Analyse the properties market worth and rental return, then identify [...]