11/09/2026
🏭 WHY MUM AND DAD INVESTORS ARE TURNING TO INDUSTRIAL PROPERTY
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An interesting article from Commercial Real Estate this week reports growing interest from Mum and Dad investors in industrial assets, particularly properties below $1.5 million.
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More Mum and Dad investors are looking beyond residential property.
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And industrial property is getting their attention.
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So, what's attracting investors to industrial?
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🏭 Potentially stronger rental yields
🏭 Longer lease terms
🏭 Strong tenant demand
🏭 Relatively low maintenance requirements
🏭 An opportunity to diversify beyond residential property
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It's an interesting shift for both investors considering industrial property and owners of smaller industrial assets who may be thinking about selling.
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Source: Kate Jones, Commercial Real Estate, 8 September 2026
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Small-scale investors are increasingly exploring industrial property as upcoming negative gearing changes reduce the appeal of existing residential investments.