Many people don’t consider their family home an investment. Here’s why it may be one of the most valuable assets you’ll ever own—financially, emotionally and for your long-term security.
What Almost 600 Perth Purchases Have Taught Me About School Catchments
Why do some Perth suburbs consistently outperform others? After nearly 600 purchases, I’ve learned that school catchments often play a bigger role than many buyers realise.
A Day on Rottnest Island — Quokkas, Quiet Beaches & Curious Kids
There’s something special about a day trip to Rottnest Island. No matter how many times we visit, it somehow feels brand new — same turquoise water, same salty breeze, but always a different adventure. This time we took the kids over for a spring getaway, and Rotto delivered in all the ways it always does….
Spring Escapes – A Busselton to Dunsborough Adventure
There’s something special about spring down south. The air’s got that gentle warmth, the kind that makes you want to wind the windows down and chase the horizon, and that’s exactly what we did for the October school holidays. Bags packed, kids buzzing, coffee in hand — Busselton, here we come. We based ourselves in…
Why I Do What I Do
If you’re new here, welcome. I’m Ray Chua, and I help people buy property smarter. Together with my wife Lisa, I run a boutique buyers agency in Western Australia called Buyers Advocate Perth. We work with time-poor professionals, smart investors, and everyday Aussies who don’t want to overpay, get overwhelmed, or fall into the trap…
Fourteen Years, Two Boys, and a Sky Full of Paper Planes
Some days are just golden. Not the flashy, bucket list kind — but the kind that sneaks up on you, wrapped in laughter, grass stains, and the warm glow of sunset. This was one of those days. We’d spent it the way we love best: a bit of exploring, a new playground, a good walk,…
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