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Buying with Emotion: The No. 1 Mistake Costing Property Investors Thousands

Buying with Emotion: The No. 1 Mistake Costing Property Investors Thousands

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | Oct 31, 2025 | Media & Commentary

In this brief interview, I expose the biggest pitfall for both first-time and seasoned investors: buying with emotion. We cover how to separate what you love from what performs, and a simple decision framework to keep you disciplined. Listen on Apple Podcasts Episode...
A Call for Tax Reform: Addressing the Rental Crisis in Victoria

A Call for Tax Reform: Addressing the Rental Crisis in Victoria

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | Feb 27, 2024 | Media & Commentary

As Deputy Chair Board Member of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA). On Tuesday, 27th of February, I had the privilege of representing PIPA at the Victorian Liberals and Nationals Public Hearing Day on Tax Reform, chaired by Brad Rowswell MP,...
A Look at Recommended Changes in Rental Smoke Alarm Laws

A Look at Recommended Changes in Rental Smoke Alarm Laws

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | Nov 14, 2023 | Media & Commentary

A recent article by ABC News delves into the proposed changes to smoke alarm regulations in rental properties, a topic stemming from recommendations in a coroner’s report. As a voice in the property investment industry, I had the chance to contribute my...
Understanding the Current Construction Market in Australia

Understanding the Current Construction Market in Australia

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | Jul 31, 2023 | Media & Commentary

Welcome to an in-depth analysis of the latest Cordell Construction Market Update. As a seasoned property investment professional, I aim to distil this wealth of information into digestible insights for you. This review aims to highlight the key points and update on...
Record Rental Increase in Australia: The Mismatch Between Supply and Demand

Record Rental Increase in Australia: The Mismatch Between Supply and Demand

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | May 3, 2023 | Media & Commentary

This review delves into the CoreLogic Rental Pulse report for May 2023, which highlights Australia’s record rental increase. According to the report, the combined capital cities have seen an annual rental increase of 11.7%, largely due to a significant shortfall...
Winner – Most Insightful Property Investment Advisor Victoria

Winner – Most Insightful Property Investment Advisor Victoria

by Richard Crabb | CEO | Senior Property Advisor | PIPA Vice Chair | Apr 12, 2023 | Media & Commentary

Congratulations to Equimax Property who has been awarded the Australian Enterprise Award for 2023. “Most Insightful Property Investment Advisor Victoria 2023” Read the press release below where APAC discusses how Equimax property achieved this award....
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