Minhal Lakhanie - Buyers Agent

Minhal Lakhanie - Buyers Agent Helping First-Time Investors Buy the Right Property. I am passionate about helping first-time property investors in Australia make smart real estate decisions.

📊 The latest sales activity data for May 2026.While this data may not yet reflect the impact of the recent budget change...
01/06/2026

📊 The latest sales activity data for May 2026.

While this data may not yet reflect the impact of the recent budget changes, it does provide a snapshot of how the market has been performing despite the Middle East tensions and three interest rate rises.

One thing that stands out is that sales activity remains relatively consistent with last year.

It'll be interesting to see whether buyer sentiment shifts over the coming months, but for now, the market appears to be continuing at a steady pace.

24/05/2026

If you're financially ready to buy property, but you're doubtful due to the current uncertainties and the changes in the budget, I'm happy to chat, guide you and see if it is actually good for you to buy in the current market or not.

Everyone's situation is different and it might not be the best time for you to buy right now. But if buying in your situation makes sense, then you should get clarity before you take action.

I am offering this free consultation to only 5 people who already have pre-approval and want help getting clarity.

What I'll cover:

How the market is moving
Pros and cons of buying in the current market
Risk assessment
Discussion around uncertainties and their impact
Impact of the budget changes around negative gearing
Should you buy now or hold?
Should you buy established or brand-new?

DM me to schedule a call!

22/05/2026

The recent budget changes have been introduced to create more room for first home buyers to enter the property market.

Only time will tell how much first home buyers truly benefit from these changes.

But regardless of government incentives, the fundamentals of buying smart still matter.

If you're currently looking to buy your home, here’s a quick guide to help you navigate the process:

✅ Speak to a broker and secure your pre-approval
✅ Research areas that align with your budget
✅ Narrow down suburbs based on your family, work, lifestyle and school requirements
✅ Identify the right pocket within the suburb — not all streets are the same
✅ Choose the right property type for your needs
✅ Don’t focus on buying your dream home
✅ Complete extensive due diligence before making an offer
✅ Understand the true market value of the property based on current conditions
✅ Don’t sign a contract just to submit an offer — negotiate first
✅ Work with the right professionals around you
✅ Most importantly — do not make emotional decisions

Remember: this will likely be one of the biggest financial decisions of your life.

Take your time. Ask questions. Buy strategically.

Happy buying 🙂

10/05/2026

After almost every interest rate hike, I start seeing distressed properties coming up for sale.

These are usually investors who bought without a clear plan or proper research.

No deep look into rental demand.
No understanding of vacancy rates.
No analysis of population growth, local economy, or future opportunities in the area.

Their expectation was strong rent + capital growth.

but...
..rental income didn’t perform the way they thought.
Capital growth hasn’t happened over the last couple of years — and in some cases I’m seeing negative growth.

Now holding costs are high, repayments hurt, and selling at a loss feels like the better option than continuing to hold.

And honestly… this is avoidable.

An investment property shouldn’t start with inspections or scrolling listings.

It should start with:
👉 What is your goal?
👉 What level of capital growth do you actually need?
👉 What strategy supports that outcome?

Then you go property hunting.

Not the other way around.

Buying based on emotion or a sales agent’s pitch is often expensive.

So, start from the basics and follow the right process !

Quick snapshot on April sales activity 👇I’ve been out every week inspecting properties for clients and the shift in buye...
03/05/2026

Quick snapshot on April sales activity 👇

I’ve been out every week inspecting properties for clients and the shift in buyer behavior is very noticeable right now.

Less buyers at opens.
More listings coming to market.

That’s typically what a buyer’s market looks like.

A lot of people are sitting on the sidelines waiting for the next RBA decision before making a move and my clients are still buying...
..because they understand that property has never been a short-term game.

You don’t buy real estate for 6 months or even 1 year. You buy, you hold, and see it grow in value. The quieter phases of the market often give buyers the advantage — more choice, less competition, and stronger negotiating power.

Once uncertainty fades, momentum usually returns quickly. We saw the same thing during COVID. The headlines were negative, confidence was low… and then the market moved fast.

The screenshot below shows April’s sales activity across the top 20 suburbs based on transactions — interesting!

11/04/2026

Here’s a quick guide for investors currently in the market and looking to grab the right opportunity:

Do not exhaust your borrowing capacity.

Do not buy an investment property for more than $700k.

Avoid markets that have already seen significant growth over the past 5 years.

Target more affordable markets.

The ideal price point should be between $550k to $650k.

Check how long the property has been listed.

Work out your price for the property and do not rely on the listing price.

Check the vacancy rates and rental demand.

Buy established houses.

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