Echo Property Group

28/10/2026

One client, two projects — from a rooming house to a dual-key property, with two different strategies to suit their goals.

When this client came to us for their second project, we initially thought another rooming house would be the way to go.

But after sitting down together, reviewing their financial position and looking at what they wanted to achieve, we realised a different approach made more sense.

This time, we’re looking at a dual-key property — one house with a secondary dwelling, creating two rental incomes from the same site.

While it won’t deliver the same cash flow as a rooming house, it allows the client to use mainstream lending and gives them more flexibility to refinance and use the equity for future purchases.

It’s a good reminder that there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to building a property portfolio.

The right next move depends on where you’re at financially, what you want to achieve and how each property fits into the bigger picture.

That’s why we take the time to understand each client’s circumstances before deciding on a strategy.

Thinking about your next property project? Book a call with our team to talk through your options: https://loom.ly/77eQFlQ

26/10/2026

How well do you really know the Echo team? 👀 😆

💡 Shoutout to Henzells Agency for the post inspo.

23/10/2026

What has the abolishment of negative gearing done to the market in the past? 🤔

22/10/2026

Want to add a rooming house to your portfolio without managing the build yourself?

Joel is on site at a five-bedroom, five-bathroom rooming house that lets investors secure a brand-new property without managing the entire construction process themselves.

With construction underway, the property is expected to generate $2,250 per week in rental income once completed - based on comparables in the area.

Located just a stone’s throw from the beach, in an area with strong growth potential. It's an opportunity worth exploring for investors looking to expand their portfolio with a completed, purpose-built investment.

Want the details?

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21/10/2026

Choosing the right property strategy is just the start. Next comes knowing how to fund it, structure the deal, and grow your portfolio.

Following on from Part 1, we joined Dion Fernandez from Stratega Finance on Finance This, Property That to dig into the financial and practical side of property development.

In this podcast, we cover:

→ Funding and financing a development
→ Why getting your financial structure right before you buy matters
→ Council approvals, development costs and the things to plan for
→ How a $1.1 million development achieved a $1.575 million valuation
→ And why having the right finance, property and legal team around you can make a real difference

Because creating equity through property isn’t just about finding the right opportunity.

It’s about understanding the numbers, planning ahead and having the right people involved to help bring it all together.

If you’re considering a development or working out your next move, you'll take plenty away from this conversation.

▶️ Watch Episode 111, Part 2: Funding the Build, Structuring the Deal & Growing the Portfolio on YouTube: https://loom.ly/5cceUc8

🎧 Listen to it on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.

Thanks again to Dion and the team at Finance This, Property That for having us on!

In Part 2 of this conversation on Finance This, Property That, Dion...

20/10/2026

Property investing doesn't always go to plan.

In his chat with Joel, our client Brian opened up about the mistakes he's made throughout his journey and the lessons that came with them.

The important part is that he didn't let those experiences stop him from moving forward, building a portfolio, including three projects with our team.

Sometimes, the best lessons come from experience.

16/10/2026

Imagine looking back four years from now and having executed 3 development projects — without sacrificing your time, your lifestyle, or turning property investing into a second job.

Charlotte’s journey with Echo is a great example of this.

Her first project with Echo was a Rooming House in SEQ. We handled everything, we sourced the land, managed the build, furnishshed and tenanted the rooms on her behalf.

The next project with us, was a property she already owned. It was a 650m² site with a house on it, where her original idea was to develop townhouses. After looking at the planning, risk and numbers, we put forward a different approach: a staged subdivision and duplex strategy.

• Stage 1: Remove the existing house, subdivide 1 lot into 2, and build a Duplex on Lot 1.
• Stage 2: Build Duplex on Lot 2.

Across these projects, Charlotte has essentially added 5 investment properties to her portfolio.

What started as one investment has grown into a portfolio built over time, with each project bringing a different strategy and opportunity.

For us, that’s what building a portfolio is about. Not trying to do everything at once, but finding the right next step for where you’re at and building from there.

And we’re pretty proud to be part of Charlotte’s journey.

Thinking about building a diversified portfolio? Book a call with the Echo team: https://loom.ly/77eQFlQ

15/10/2026

How do we get a duplex to fit on a 300m2 block?

08/10/2026

Are you investing with a strategy, or just buying property?

It’s an important question, especially when you’re building a portfolio.

We recently sat down with Dion Fernandez from Stratega Finance on the Finance This, Property That podcast to talk about how investors can think beyond simply buying the next property and waiting for the market to do the work.

We covered rooming houses, subdivisions, duplex developments, creating equity through the right strategy, and most importantly, how each property fits into the bigger picture.

Because building a property portfolio isn’t necessarily about owning more properties.

It’s about knowing what each property is actually doing for you.

This was a great conversation with plenty of practical ideas for investors at different stages of their property journey.

Search for Episode 110, Part 1: How to manufacture equity through smarter property strategy

▶️ Watch it on YouTube: https://loom.ly/AvLPp0E

🎧 Listen to it on Apple: https://loom.ly/ECmE8e8
or Spotify: https://loom.ly/Gt-t9uY

Property investing is not just about buying the next property. It i...

07/10/2026

The right investment opportunity starts long before the build.

Sarah and Joel are on site looking at two blocks of land we recently secured off-market for clients to build two 5-bed, 5-bath rooming houses that are expected to generate about $440 per room per week in rental income.

There’s a lot that goes into deciding whether a site is actually worth pursuing - from sourcing opportunities through existing relationships, to researching demand, vacancy rates, local planning constraints and speaking with property managers on the ground, the work happens well before construction begins.

This combination of research, due diligence, experience, and relationships helps us identify opportunities that stack up for our clients.

To learn more about how we can help you build a high-yielding investment, reach out to our team by booking a call: https://loom.ly/77eQFlQ