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June 24, 2025, 3:12 p.m.

Three Smart Ways Into the Property Market

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Think you can’t buy yet? Think again. These strategies can help you get a foot in the door sooner than you think.

Entering the property market may feel out of reach but it doesn’t have to be. With smart thinking, the right advice, and a fresh look at what’s possible, first-time buyers are finding new ways to make their move.

Here are three clever ways to break into the market and start building your property future.


1. Consider a rentvesting strategy
Live where you love. Invest where it grows.
Rentvesting means renting in your preferred lifestyle suburb while buying an investment property in a more affordable, high-growth area. It allows you to:

  • Get on the property ladder sooner
  • Build equity in an investment property
  • Maintain your current lifestyle or flexibility



2. Team up with family or friends

Co-buying is becoming more popular especially for those priced out of solo ownership. Whether it's with a sibling, parent, or trusted friend, joint ownership can help you:

  • Increase your borrowing power
  • Share the deposit and costs
  • Enter the market earlier

Just make sure to get legal advice and a formal co-ownership agreement in place to protect everyone involved.


3. Look at up-and-coming areas
You don’t have to buy in your dream suburb right away. Focus on:

  • Affordable areas with strong growth potential
  • Suburbs undergoing infrastructure improvements
  • New developments with government grants or incentives

Buying in the right area before it booms can give you a valuable equity boost for future upgrades.


Your first move matters and we’re here to help
At Highland, we’ve helped thousands of buyers find their way into the market. Whether you're going solo, buying with support, or thinking long-term, our team will help you navigate every step.

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