The Diamonds of
Australian Real Estate
An educational guide to understanding Australian property markets, different property types, location research and the questions worth asking before a property decision — written by Barry Ison from more than 40 years in the Australian property industry.
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Inside The Book
How to think about employment, infrastructure and housing supply when researching a location.
Different residential property types and how they compare.
Why a property label does not determine an investment outcome.
Historical case studies showing the research process behind past decisions.
Understanding rental yield, cash flow and the questions worth asking before investing.
Looking beyond headlines and marketing claims when researching property.
What Readers Are Saying
"A clear, research-driven approach. Barry cuts through the noise and explains what to look at when researching property."
Andrew Marcus
"The chapter on location research changed how I think about property — it's about understanding the factors, not chasing headlines."
Tim Leena
"Useful reading for anyone wanting to understand Australian property markets and ask better questions before deciding."
David Smith
Learn How Barry Approaches Property Research
The book is an educational resource drawn from more than 40 years in the Australian property industry. It does not guarantee outcomes or identify particular investments — it explains how to think about property markets, locations and the questions worth asking.