Sam Saggers

Sam Saggers is CEO of Positive Real Estate and Head of the buyers agency which annually negotiates $250 million-plus in property. Sam's advice is sought-after by thousands of investors including many on BRW’s Rich 200 list. Additionally Sam is a published author and has completed over 2000 property deals in the past 15 years plus helped mentor over 2200 Australian investors to real estate success!

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• What happens when rents are as high as buying a home?

  The reduction in interest rates has resulted in a market condition known as parity. In Sydney and especially in Western Sydney and some other places in Australia, the rental yields are the same or on parity to loan repayments, which means that renters start to crunch numbers and think they are better off buying than renting property in these areas. read more

• Top 10 Renovation Tips to Force Value for Property Investors

  When searching for a great investment property deal, don’t bypass any “diamonds in the rough” you might encounter along the way. Yes, there are a lot of money pits out there - and I’ve no doubt you’ve likely heard your share of investment property renovation story nightmares - maybe even experienced a few of them yourself. read more

• Should you buy your own home or an investment property first?

  Hi Investors, Attractive isn’t it? The idea of your own showcase trophy home, with Caesarstone benchtops, Miele appliances and a sparkling pool to entertain all your friends! And right now it’s attainable isn’t it? With interest rates so low suddenly it costs as much to rent as to own. So why not buy your own home? Actually the banks are telling you you’re able to borrow more money, so why not spend a little bit more? read more

• Get into a Market 2 Years Before it BOOMS – Through the Town Plan!

  Positive Real Estate has been sourcing deals nationally for almost 10 years and has successfully targeted each of the growth markets in Australia often TWO YEARS before many other experts; sourcing some huge profits for clients – simply by following the science behind town planning. read more

• 7 Point Checklist Showing How To Boost Your Gains Using An Off-The-Plan Strategy

  Investing in off-the-Plan (OTP) properties is quite a profitable trade. It’s a fantastic way to take full advantage of market growth, but in order to enjoy maximum growth potential it's important to understand and follow some key factors when using this kind of investing strategy. read more

• The Hottest Markets of 2012 Report: The Truth about Market Winners & Losers

  Let’s look at conditions of markets across the country, focusing on promising markets which investors should take a look at as well as those which are not performing well right now read more

• The Hottest Markets of 2012 Report Part 2: 2012 National Market Insights

  Don’t Kick Yourself in Two Years! The time is NOW! Read our 2012 National Market Insights. Rates are dropping, and as the Macquarie Bank saying goes, “When interest rates are at parity to that of a rental return, the masses buy real estate.” read more

• The Hottest Markets of 2012 Report Part 3: Focus on Regional Boom Towns

  In the following cities you will get both cashflow and growth, which doesn't always happen at the same time. It's a nice position to be able to buy something that's going to give you a high return and some capital growth along the way. read more

• Mining Hotspots and Not Spots - Part 1

  Today I’ll share some great tips on how to understand the mining/commodity industry so you know what towns can get you amazing growth in a short time frame. I’ve brokered hundreds of millions of dollars worth of property in mining markets for both myself and clients, so I know they can be fantastic money-making deals! read more