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Markets move in cycles. The trick is knowing when to step in and when to hold back. Here’s how the most successful investors stay two steps ahead.
The property market never stands still - it’s just everyone else who does. Markets rise and fall all the time. The media makes noise about it, but smart investors don’t panic, they stay the course.
At DPN, we’ve seen every kind of market since we began in 1996. The post-recession recovery of the ‘90s, the chaos of the GFC and everything that’s followed. Through it all, one thing’s been consistent. The best investors don’t wait for perfect timing or media approval. They move with purpose, guided by research, experience and a long-term strategy. That’s how you turn uncertainty into opportunity.
Every market follows a pattern of boom, peak, correction and recovery, but each city and region dances to its own beat. While one market cools, another begins to rise.
Cycles are shaped by affordability, infrastructure, jobs and confidence. When these align, growth follows. When they shift, prices stabilise. Recognising these phases helps investors buy smart instead of guessing.
Right now, Australia’s property scene is resilient but fragmented. According to Herron Todd White, the Perth residential market is in the rising or approaching peak phase for houses, while select regional hubs like the Illawarra are showing early signs of recovery. That’s where opportunity lives, in the places others overlook until it’s too late.
So how can you time the market to your advantage? Imagine identifying a region at the bottom of its cycle where demand is steady, supply is tight and infrastructure spending is on the horizon. Buying in this phase often means securing a property before values start to climb, setting yourself up for growth while everyone else is still watching from the sidelines.
For example, investors who recognised the early momentum in South East Queensland in 2020 enjoyed years of solid growth while others waited for “proof”. The same pattern is now emerging in parts of regional New South Wales, where affordability, lifestyle migration and new projects are setting up the next wave of opportunity. Those who act early stand to benefit most - and knowing which regions are next is exactly where DPN’s insight comes in.
How to buy smart in any market
The smartest investors combine cycle awareness with solid fundamentals. At DPN, that means focusing on high-quality properties in areas with genuine growth drivers, strong rental yield and low vacancy.
Your move depends on the market phase:
It’s not about timing the market perfectly. It’s about staying ready, informed and confident in your long-term strategy. Smart property investing isn’t about chasing the next boom, it’s about building a life that isn’t ruled by one.
Don’t follow the crowd. The crowd is usually late.
Partner with a team that’s already mapped where the next growth is building. At DPN, we don’t wait for confirmation. We track the data, talk to the locals and act before the headlines catch up.
We’ve identified regions on the cusp of strong performance, from coastal pockets to thriving regional centres ready to surge. These are the markets most investors will only notice once prices start climbing. Let’s make sure you’re already there.
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Disclaimer:
The information provided is general in nature, it does not take your personal objectives, circumstances or needs into account. It is not specific advice and is not intended to be passed on or relied upon. Any indicative information and assumptions used may change without notice, particularly if based on past performance.
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