Ep.67 | How To Upsize in an Uncertain Market (Without Taking on Unnecessary Risk)

About this episode

The episode discusses strategies for upsizing in Melbourne's current real estate market while minimizing risk.

In this episode of Buying Melbourne, we break down how to upsize in today’s market without taking on unnecessary risk. Right now, there is a genuine opportunity for upsizers across Melbourne - particularly above $1.5M in the inner ring - but it’s also one of the easiest environments to get caught out if you don’t have a clear strategy. With more listings, less confident buyers, and softer conditions, the balance of power has shifted. But upsizing is still one of the highest-risk moves you can...

People in this episode

Hosts: Tristan Larkin, James Rankin

Topics covered

• upsizing
• real estate
• market strategy
• risk management
• buying property

Keywords

• upsizing
• real estate market
• Melbourne
• risk
• property investment

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Melbourne, inner ring

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