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Rentvesting from Sydney: A 650m² Brick Home in Grovedale, Geelong
A young Sydney couple couldn’t afford to buy a home to live in, so they chose to rentvest. After months of cashflow modelling, we secured them a low-set brick home on 650m² in a quiet Grovedale cul-de-sac, bought below recent comparable sales and set up to hold for the next decade.
No Bidding, No Competition: A Lutwyche Queenslander Secured Early
A growing family outgrew their renovated home in Chermside West and wanted to live closer to the city without giving up character. We found them a renovated Queenslander on a large corner block in Lutwyche, 5km from Brisbane’s CBD, with timber floors, high ceilings and plenty of storage underneath. While other buyers waited for auction day, we secured it early, with no bidding and no competition.
Just Bought: A Character Home in Toowong, Brisbane
A Canberra family who had fallen for Brisbane’s western suburbs came to us new to property and without a clear starting point. They wanted character, three bedrooms, two bathrooms and a short walk to the train, all within $1.4m. Over six weeks we sourced more than 100 homes before securing a character home on Quinn Street, Toowong.
Just Bought: A Renovated Family Home in Kedron, Brisbane
A growing family needed to move closer to Brisbane’s CBD, onto a street made for family life. Buywell secured a renovated post-war home on a 540m² corner block in Kedron 4031, well under the vendors’ expectations.
Just Bought: An Off-Market Family Home in Sinnamon Park, Brisbane
Buywell secured a renovated four-bedroom family home off-market on Lakeside Circuit, Sinnamon Park 4073, for a busy doctor and mum of two. It’s in the Jamboree Heights State School catchment, with a pool, a cinema room and a quiet street for the kids.
Just Bought: A north-facing canal block in Broadbeach Waters’ Golden Triangle
We secured an original north-facing canal home on 800m²+ in Broadbeach Waters’ Golden Triangle for $4.05m, after earlier offers of $4.6m+. For our financial advisor client, it’s a big step towards a $25m+ property portfolio.
Just Bought: An off-market Queenslander in Mount Lofty for a first-time SMSF investor.
We sourced an off-market character Queenslander on 625m² in Mount Lofty, Toowoomba, for a first-time SMSF investor. Here’s why we chose it, how we secured it, and the plan to add value and lift rental yield.
Just Bought: An Iconic Commercial Freehold in Kiama 2533
Buywell secured 2 Manning Street, Kiama's former Commonwealth Bank, on market against multiple offers. It's a rare commercial freehold with harbour views, main street foot traffic and room to grow for our investor client.
Just Bought: An SMSF Investment Property in Kearneys Spring 4350
How we helped NSW business owners secure their first SMSF investment property in Kearneys Spring, Toowoomba. We weren't the highest offer, but a 12–24 month leaseback for the retiring sellers made ours the best one on the table.
Just Bought: A Character Family Home in East Toowoomba
A family relocating to Toowoomba wanted a character home with defined spaces, room for a library and 800m² or more. Buywell secured a century-old Alf Hodge home on Bridge Street, East Toowoomba, offered to the market for the first time.
Just Bought: A First Home with Long-Term Potential in Stafford, Brisbane
A personal trainer working in Newstead has bought his first home on Webb Street, in Stafford's Sparks Hill pocket. Our Brisbane buyer's agent team found this elevated post-war home on a large block before it hit the market. He can move straight in, with room to add value and the option to hold it as an investment later.
New Farm named one of the world's coolest neighbourhoods
New Farm, Brisbane has been named one of the world's 40 coolest neighbourhoods for 2026, ranking #29 and top in Australia. We look at what put the riverside suburb on Time Out's list, what it means for Brisbane, and what buyers should know before buying in New Farm.
Just Bought: A Character First Home in Enoggera, Brisbane
How our Brisbane buyer's agents secured a renovated character home on Orchid Street, Enoggera 4051, for a first home buyer in a multiple-offer campaign.
Just Bought: A Set-and-Forget SMSF Investment in Flinders View 4305
How we helped a FIFO worker buy a low-maintenance SMSF investment in Flinders View, Ipswich, that's on track to be neutrally geared within a few years.
Just Bought: A Character Home in Arana Hills, Brisbane
Buywell helped two busy professionals secure a character-filled home in Arana Hills 4054, combining generous land, a leafy Brisbane setting and the opportunity to add value over time.
Just Bought: A First Home in Gordon Park, Brisbane
Buywell helped a professional couple secure their first home together in Gordon Park, Brisbane. After a competitive multi-offer negotiation, we secured an elevated three-bedroom home with land, outdoor living and future value-add potential.
Just Bought: An Off-Market Investment Property in Ferny Hills, Brisbane
Buywell secured an off-market investment property in Ferny Hills, combining a 610m² landholding with renovation potential to manufacture equity and support long-term portfolio growth.
Just Bought: A Quality Investment Property in Rangeville, Toowoomba
Buywell secured a quality investment property in Rangeville, Toowoomba, combining strong rental demand, a 688m² block and long-term owner-occupier appeal.
Meet Jason Broadbridge: Buywell’s New Portfolio Strategist
Meet Jason Broadbridge, Buywell’s Portfolio Strategist. With experience across property strategy, financial markets and investment analysis, Jason brings an investor’s mindset to helping clients build considered, high-performing property portfolios.
Just Bought: A Long-Term Family Home in Gordon Park, Brisbane
Buywell secured a character family home in Gordon Park, Brisbane, after weeks of negotiation. With generous land, a pool, strong orientation and direct access to the Kedron Brook lifestyle, the property delivered the fundamentals our clients wanted in their long-term family home.