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Empower Wealth

Locality: North Melbourne, Victoria

Phone: +61 3 9326 8900

Address: 1st Floor, 582 Queensberry St 3051 North Melbourne, VIC, Australia

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25.01.2022 Meet "MoBro #3. Jamie Sinclair, Empower Wealth CEO is growing a moustache to raise much needed funds for Movember the leading global organisation committed to changing the face of men’s health! Fun Fact: We’ve set ourselves an ambitious target of raising $10,000 in donations this month! ... Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919 Donate Directly to Jamie (and his Mo) here: https://au.movember.com/mospace/14274033 more "Mo" updates coming soon!

24.01.2022 Heres Five Easy Ways To Add Value to An Investment Property... 1. Repaint --- A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for tired walls and ceilings... and its one of the most cost-effective ways to get "more bang for buck" 2. Consider New Floor Coverings - Think new carpet, updated tiles, floating timber floors or polishing older original timber floors (or you could even polish concrete if youre game & have a bit more cash!)... 3. Install a dishwasher - For investment of $500 - $1,000, youll not only make your tenant happy about a new time-saving device... you can potentially add another $5 or $10 a week to the rent! (itll pay for itself in 2 years... and generally has a ten year life span ) 4. Add more security - You dont need to go overboard with this, but more security will make your tenant feel safe in your investment property - try installing deadlocks, an alarm/security system, fly screens or even roller shutters. 5. Resurface those bathrooms! - Enamel painting works exceptionally well in older 1950s, 1960s bathrooms (you know the ones with the pink or blue coloured baths and sinks!) This is a super cost effective way to "renovate" a bathroom very quickly! And, yes, you can transform those ugly tiles too Check out these Three Cheap Cosmetic Renovations You Can Consider too" https://empowerwealth.com.au//three-cheap-cosmetic-renova/

24.01.2022 How good's this purchase?! Only one owner... who built the property back in the 1950s! 652 sqm block in a great Geelong location that hits all the lifestyle and human behaviour drivers... we're excited for this one! Other June purchases: https://empowerwealth.com.au/success-stories/

24.01.2022 The RBA Board has met and announced the July cash rate! https://bit.ly/3gEg729 Get the update, plus the big news on the increase in COVID-19 case numbers and "postcode lockdowns" were seeing here in Victoria and how this will impact the overall economy moving forward. Not to mention, theres definitely a property story taking shape as we speak, both GOOD and BAD, which is something Ben wants everyone interested in property investing to know about...... WATCH VIDEO RBA Cash Rate July 2020: Victorias Lockdown Slows The Speed Of Recovery & The Air Is Colder Up High: https://empowerwealth.com.au/blog/rba-cash-rate-july-2020

23.01.2022 It's also the first day of Spring and the CASH RATE has been announced! , So, Ben's giving you a special update on what's happening to property markets in the developed world now that their economies are opening back up. And it begs the question.... Does this signify a Turning Point for the Australian Property Market?? ... This video features Ben's update on the cash rate, and because it's also the first day of Spring, he's also giving you a special update on what's happening to property markets in the developed world now that their economies are opening back up. This includes: The US "The Divided Nation" + how their property market is performing China Potential for a further rate cut + the property market update The United Kingdom The economic and property story New Zealand The REINZ house price index + property sentiment What this means for Australia... right now + moving forward! WATCH VIDEO RBA Cash Rate September 2020: Property Market's Around The World Highlight What's Coming Next For Australia Plus, he also include the latest news and commentary on... The September Economic Update Unemployment Across The States Housing Finance & New Lending RBAs Quarterly Statement of Monetary Policy The Australian Dollar Business and Consumer Confidence Construction Index and Outlook Important Information for Property Investors Australian Property Market Update Get the full update here: https://empowerwealth.com.au/b/rba-cash-rate-september-2020

21.01.2022 Purchased this investment property in a very popular pocket in Geelong... will definitely stand the test of time 354 sqm Circa $660,000... #geelongproperty #realestatelife #buyersagent

21.01.2022 Meet Rachel. Rachel is a Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA) here at Empower Wealth. Fun Fact: By the age of 30, Rachel already owned a multimillion-dollar property portfolio across Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane! And, just in case youre wondering she did it all herself! (yes, on a single income ) Rachel is just as passionate about budgeting and cashflow management as she is about Musical Theatre; another career in which she excels. (Yes, shes one of those left A...ND right brain dominant rarities!) In her spare time, she enjoys cycling, podcasts, creating excel spreadsheets for her theatre friends and taking her Border Collie for a walk (well, when shes back home in Sydney, that is!). This is how shes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Rachel Cole: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/rachel-cole/ Listen to Rachels episode on The Property Couch: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/ep130-rachel-cole/ What our clients say: I never spend the time to write reviews but with the service I received from Rachel I had to. As a first time investor who found this process quite daunting, Rachel immediately set me at ease from our very first chat. I found her very personable and genuine during our conversations. Rachel outlined the end goal that was best suited for my situation and then broke it down for me step by step. It was very reassuring to know exactly what I had to do reach my goals. Rachel is a true asset to your company. I have already and will continue to recommend my friends to Rachel. I look forward to receiving Rachels expertise when I return for my next property purchase. Alex, NSW

21.01.2022 Thats why we go for scarce properties with Owner-Occupier Appeal https://empowerwealth.com.au//owner-occupier-appeal-seven/ #investmentknowledge #investmentthinking #realestatelife

21.01.2022 That's why we go for scarce properties with Owner-Occupier Appeal https://empowerwealth.com.au//owner-occupier-appeal-seven/ #investmentknowledge #investmentthinking #realestatelife

21.01.2022 And the winner is.... Empower Wealth WINS Buyers Agency of The Year!! While we unfortunately couldnt personally make the Real Estate Business (rba) online ceremony this year, we are definitely happy & humbled that our #BuyersAgents dedication to clients has been recognised with such a prestigious award!!!... #celebrating #BuyersAgencyOfTheYear

20.01.2022 What a great segment! Well done to Bryce Holdaway and Veronica Morgan for a great Q & A episode on Real Estate Talk...

18.01.2022 Meet Syden. Syden (aka "Syd") is a Financial Planner here at Empower Wealth and has so many degrees were not sure where to start! But we will say this... when it comes to insurances, superannuation, SMSFs and shares, its a pretty smart idea to have Syd in your corner! And this is what hes WFH office looks like, now that we are all working remotely...... See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Syden Nzenza: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/syden-nzenza/ What our clients say: "Syd was excellent at explaining the a complex real of superannuation and life insurances in an easy to understand way giving real world scenarios." - Matt, VIC Syden was able to explain every recommended change or additional product thoroughly and in terms that we understood to put our minds at ease. We can now get on with our property journey knowing that we are protected. Thank you." - Brooke Vic

17.01.2022 Meet "MoBro #4. Joel Burton, Qualified Property Investment Advisor is growing a moustache to raise much needed funds for Movember a cause very true to his heart. Joel’s already personally raised over $1,500 in support of men’s health, in particular mental health. a contribution that has us reaching a Team Total of $9, 407! ... Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919 Donate Directly to Joel (and his Mo) here: https://movember.com/m/14317000 more "Mo" updates coming soon!

17.01.2022 Meet Stuart. Stuart is a Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA) here at Empower Wealth. Stuarts interest in money and wealth creation stemmed from a young age and he has been passionate about property since coming to live in Australia ( hes originally from England!). He bought his first property in 2001 and now owns a multimillion dollar portfolio.... Stuart is married with 2 girls and his weekends are spent running around with them This is how hes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Stuart Bartram: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/stuart-bartram/ What our clients say: Stuart is such a skilled communicator and very professional! Not only is he personable, he was always ready to talk through any challenges I had with my property plan to make sure it suited my lifestyle investment goals. I would highly recommend Stuart Bartram to anyone considering a property investment plan, I was extremely happy with the results. Dena, NSW

16.01.2022 Secured 519 sqm in south-east Melbourne for our clients... and this one's right in the central pocket of the suburb too!! Want to see what else we've been buying? https://empowerwealth.com.au/success-stories/ #melbrerealestate #buyersagentlife #sold

16.01.2022 Now that’s a MO! Meet Bede Taylor, Empower Wealth Finance Advisor, who is growing a (rather impressive) Mo for the month of November to support Movember, the leading global organisation committed to changing the face of men’s health! Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919... Donate Directly to Bede (and his Mo) here: https://au.movember.com/mospace/14301616 more "Mo" updates coming soon!

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15.01.2022 Meet Bede. (And Cocoa ) Bede is a Finance Advisor here at Empower Wealth and has more than 15 years experience in Mortgage Broking (... and now has a new "colleague" now that he, along with the rest of us, is working from home!) This is what Bedes current "WFH" office looks like...... See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Bede Taylor: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/bede-taylor/

14.01.2022 What do you think of this one? #QLD Price - circa $550,000... Growth - 5.3% since 1992 Yield - 4% See more

14.01.2022 Meet Alana. Alana is a Finance Advisor here at Empower Wealth. Alana has worked in the financial planning, mortgage broking, property and accounting space in Australia and overseas in fast paced multinational banks and private wealth management companies for over 18 years. (yep almost two decades! )... Her real passion is dealing with individual investors and as an investor herself, Alana understands the true opportunity to financial freedom within the property market. In her spare time, youll find Alana spending time with her daughter and partner exploring new restaurants (when theyre open!), beaches and everything Melbourne. This is how shes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Alana Kunicki https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/alana-kunicki/

13.01.2022 Late last week we received some exciting news... ... Empower Wealth WINS Customer Service of The Year - Office!! Heres our Head of Mortgage Broking, Ben Magnus, on "the big screen" at The Advisers Australian Broking Awards 2020 live broadcast!... Congratulations again to our dedicated Finance Advisors and Mortgage Broking Support Staff for always going above and beyond for our clients. This award speaks incredibly highly of your efforts, well done. And for our valued clients... thank you again for entrusting us to be your guides on your journey to Financial Peace... its an honour to be able to work with you!! Lets celebrate! https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-awards/

13.01.2022 Meet Simon. Simon is a Finance Advisor here at Empower Wealth, and when it comes to lending structures, strategy and processes, you can count on Simon to be all in! Simon finds real joy in helping friends and clients buy their homes while educating them about the benefits of correct lending structures and how to use their money in smarter ways. He loves that he is in a unique position to help people realise their dreams and finds this work very fulfilling.... In his spare time, if hes not with this young family, youll absolutely find Simon on his mountain bike a racing downhill! This is how hes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Simon Gillespie: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/simon-gillespie/ What our clients say: Simon and his team were fantastic, great communication in explaining the difficult task of finance and lending. They are with you every step, guide you through everything thoughtfully and always approachable. Ashley, VIC

13.01.2022 Meet Christa. Christa is a Buyers Agent here at Empower Wealth and arguably one of the best BAs in the country (yes, were biased but with over 30 years of Real Estate experience, its any wonder shes so good! ) Take a look into her current WFH office (when shes not out & about checking out properties, that is!) ... See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Christa Batt here: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/christa-batt/ What our clients say: Excellent asset selection and Christa was amazing at listening to our needs and matching suitable properties in line with this. Gillian, ACT "Empower Wealth has given me a great realisation of the value and benefit of having a buyers agent. The deeper insights, the connection to quality services and the coverage across the whole process. Working with Christa has made the buying process so easy and very educational on a better way to look and purchase properties. I cant wait to work with them again for my next investment property." Peter, VIC

12.01.2022 The RBA has just been announced Augusts Cash Rate now that The Second Wave is undoubtedly here, what are we in for?? https://empowerwealth.com.au/blog/rba-cash-rate-august-2020/ Ben will be covering quite a few things in todays announcement, including:... The amended government stimulus packages (Will it be enough!?) ME Banks Household Financial Comfort Report An important update on Australias property market A realistic Economic Outlook for Australia Breaking News around the world Get the full update here: https://empowerwealth.com.au/blog/rba-cash-rate-august-2020/

12.01.2022 Question... are you protected if anything goes wrong? If not, you should probably watch this... https://empowerwealth.com.au/blog/defence-what-is-that/

12.01.2022 Why do we consider Unit to House Value Comparison in our Location Research? Well, heres why: https://empowerwealth.com.au//unit_to_house_value_compari/ #propertyresearch #truthindata #realestateinvesting

12.01.2022 What does the future of Mortgage Broking look like..? Our new Head of Mortgage Broking, Ben Magnus, explains to Mortgage Professional Australia how we are expanding on our excellence in customer service by moving with them and towards the New Future. https://www.mpamagazine.com.au//investing-in-tech-is-cruci

10.01.2022 Do you know we are borderless Buyers Agents? This means we are experts at purchasing property all over the country! This one heres a recent #QLD purchase Price: circa $480k... Growth: 5.75% since 1983 Yield: 4.33% Where else do we buy? https://empowerwealth.com.au/services/buyers-agents/

10.01.2022 Meet Bede. (And Cocoa ) Bede is a Finance Advisor here at Empower Wealth and has more than 15 years' experience in Mortgage Broking (... and now has a new "colleague" now that he, along with the rest of us, is working from home!) This is what Bede's current "WFH" office looks like...... See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Bede Taylor: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/bede-taylor/

08.01.2022 And the winner is.... Empower Wealth WINS Buyer's Agency of The Year!! While we unfortunately couldn't personally make the Real Estate Business (rba) online ceremony this year, we are definitely happy & humbled that our #BuyersAgents dedication to clients has been recognised with such a prestigious award!!!... #celebrating #BuyersAgencyOfTheYear

08.01.2022 Meet Joel. Joel is a Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA) here at Empower Wealth. Not only does Joel love giving his clients clarity on their current situation & hope for the future, hes also passionate about property, test-running our new online simulator, making & listening to music, reading and playing with his son Max...... This is his current WFH office... See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh- Find out more about Joel Burton: https://empowerwealth.com.au//behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wf

06.01.2022 Ben chats to Domain about what's to come for those looking to invest or who have already invested... https://www.domain.com.au//property-unpacked-property-inv/

06.01.2022 Meet Damien. Damien is a Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA) here at Empower Wealth. Having guided more than 350 Empower Wealth clients over the last 4 years, Damien is extremely passionate about building property plans that focus and motivate his clients to build their best possible futures.... Damien bought his own property by the age of 25 and has gone on to build his own property and investment portfolio in truth, hes obsessed with cashflow management and property research! In his spare time, youll find Damien with his family and friends, exercising, planning the next holiday, or listening to Blinkist or his favourite podcasts. This is how hes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Damien Maglicic: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/damien-maglicic/ What our clients say: Damien was wonderful. He explained everything to us and made it all make sense. Most excitingly, hes showed us that with a focused goal we can more than hit our retirement target. In fact, he got us excited about planning, which is probably the most invaluable thing he couldve done. - Alex, VIC

06.01.2022 Here's Five Easy Ways To Add Value to An Investment Property... 1. Repaint --- A fresh coat of paint can do wonders for tired walls and ceilings... and it's one of the most cost-effective ways to get "more bang for buck" 2. Consider New Floor Coverings - Think new carpet, updated tiles, floating timber floors or polishing older original timber floors (or you could even polish concrete if you're game & have a bit more cash!)... 3. Install a dishwasher - For investment of $500 - $1,000, you'll not only make your tenant happy about a new time-saving device... you can potentially add another $5 or $10 a week to the rent! (it'll pay for itself in 2 years... and generally has a ten year life span ) 4. Add more security - You don't need to go overboard with this, but more security will make your tenant feel safe in your investment property - try installing deadlocks, an alarm/security system, fly screens or even roller shutters. 5. Resurface those bathrooms! - Enamel painting works exceptionally well in older 1950's, 1960's bathrooms (you know the ones with the pink or blue coloured baths and sinks!) This is a super cost effective way to "renovate" a bathroom very quickly! And, yes, you can transform those ugly tiles too Check out these Three Cheap Cosmetic Renovations You Can Consider too" https://empowerwealth.com.au//three-cheap-cosmetic-renova/

05.01.2022 Ben chats to Domain about whats to come for those looking to invest or who have already invested... https://www.domain.com.au//property-unpacked-property-inv/

05.01.2022 Meet Matthew. Matthew is a Finance Advisor here at Empower Wealth, which means he knows more than a thing or two about investment savvy mortgage broking. Sure, its his profession and passion but as a father of three, Matthew personally gets what it means to run a family household, invest in property and forward plan for necessary expenses such as education, extracurricular actives and, of course, other family necessities such as holidays and birthday parties!... This is how hes been working from home during COVID-19 See all of our Work From Home offices: https://empowerwealth.com.au/behind-the-scenes-tour-of-wfh/ Find out more about Matthew Styles: https://empowerwealth.com.au/our-team/matthew-styles/ What our clients say: Very impressed with Matthew Styles. A highly professional and dedicated individual who was able to answer all of my queries all while keeping my confidence during the entire process. Highly recommend to anyone wanting a competitive rate and superior service. Will return for future advice and support. Matthew, VIC Matt and the team were excellent in assisting us restructure our lending to enable us to buy our dream home. His expert advice was clear, considered and left us feeling highly confident we were being provided the best possible options. We can now retain our investment portfolio plus buy our own home, something we did not think possible. There is no doubt the Empower mortgage broking team work in the best interests of their clients, I could not recommend them highly enough for investment or own home lending needs. Tim, QLD

04.01.2022 Meet "MoBro #7. David Robertson, Qualified Property Investment Advisor, is growing a moustache this month in support of Movember! Yes, Dave’s bearing an itchy top lip to raise funds for men’s mental health too many men are toughing it out, keeping their feelings to themselves and we no longer want them to struggle in silence. ... Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919 Donate Directly to David (and his Mo) here: https://movember.com/m/14417659 more "Mo" updates coming soon!

04.01.2022 How goods this purchase?! Only one owner... who built the property back in the 1950s! 652 sqm block in a great Geelong location that hits all the lifestyle and human behaviour drivers... were excited for this one! Other June purchases: https://empowerwealth.com.au/success-stories/

03.01.2022 Meet "MoBro #5. Max Centatiempo, Chief Technology Officer, is growing a moustache for Movember the leading charity supporting men’s health. Max is a repeating MoBro offender and is raising funds and awareness this month for all the dads, brothers, sons and mates in our lives.... and, of course, he’s touching his Mo WAAY too many times a day!! Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919 Donate Directly to Max (and his Mo) here: https://movember.com/m/MaxCenatiempo more "Mo" updates coming soon!

03.01.2022 Secured 519 sqm in south-east Melbourne for our clients... and this ones right in the central pocket of the suburb too!! Want to see what else weve been buying? https://empowerwealth.com.au/success-stories/ #melbrerealestate #buyersagentlife #sold

03.01.2022 Is now a good time to buy property...? Some very valid points about where the property market is heading in this article from Canstar canstar.com.au/home-loa/is-now-a-good-time-to-buy-property/

02.01.2022 Why do we consider Unit to House Value Comparison in our Location Research? Well, here's why: https://empowerwealth.com.au//unit_to_house_value_compari/ #propertyresearch #truthindata #realestateinvesting

02.01.2022 Some more exciting news... Want to be a part of the next one? https://empowerwealth.com.au/request-free-consultation/

01.01.2022 As the name suggests, LMI insures the lender or the bank from losing more than they lent you in case you default on your mortgage. But as of this week, St.George is offering home loans where the LMI is only $1 for eligible first-home buyers with a 15% deposit or loan to value ratio (LVR) of up to 85%. Find out Bens commentary here ... https://www.moneymag.com.au/1-lenders-mortgage-insurance-fi See more

01.01.2022 Its also the first day of Spring and the CASH RATE has been announced! , So, Bens giving you a special update on whats happening to property markets in the developed world now that their economies are opening back up. And it begs the question.... Does this signify a Turning Point for the Australian Property Market?? ... This video features Bens update on the cash rate, and because its also the first day of Spring, hes also giving you a special update on whats happening to property markets in the developed world now that their economies are opening back up. This includes: The US "The Divided Nation" + how their property market is performing China Potential for a further rate cut + the property market update The United Kingdom The economic and property story New Zealand The REINZ house price index + property sentiment What this means for Australia... right now + moving forward! WATCH VIDEO RBA Cash Rate September 2020: Property Markets Around The World Highlight Whats Coming Next For Australia Plus, he also include the latest news and commentary on... The September Economic Update Unemployment Across The States Housing Finance & New Lending RBAs Quarterly Statement of Monetary Policy The Australian Dollar Business and Consumer Confidence Construction Index and Outlook Important Information for Property Investors Australian Property Market Update Get the full update here: https://empowerwealth.com.au/b/rba-cash-rate-september-2020

01.01.2022 It’s not just the men at Empower Wealth who are the faces behind our fundraising efforts for Movember! Meet Emma Dempsey, Public Relations Officer, who is MOving this month to raise funds for the leading global organisation committed to changing the face of men’s health! and Emma has almost hit her 60km pledge in support of the 60 men we lose to suicide every hour (that’s every 60 minutes) across the world. ... Donate to "MoPower" & support the great cause here: https://au.movember.com/team/2373919 Donate Directly to Emma (and her MOving efforts) here: https://movember.com/m/13567895 more "Mo" updates coming soon!