Personalised & Proven Property Investment
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RESEARCH | EDUCATION | RESULTS
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"I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking to invest in property.
His care, expertise and hard work are second to none.”
- Holly, 37, Executive Assistant -
WHY CHOOSE OPTIMUM?
PROVEN STRATEGY
EXPERT PROPERTY SELECTION
ONE-ON-ONE
ACCESS
"Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned property investor, I help you take your property investment to the next level by reviewing your current position and helping you formulate an investment strategy.”
"Andrew's knowledge, experience and contacts opened our eyes to a completely different approach to the path we have previously taken and we are very happy with the way this has worked out.”
- Don, 50, Financial Services Executive -
Combining proven strategy, expert property selection Australia wide and one-on-one access to a personal mentor, I provide you with the support and information you’ll need to acquire excellent investment grade property with specific qualities around location, capital growth potential and rentability. Importantly, there is no pressure, no lock-in contracts and no membership fees.
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Having been in the industry for almost 20 years, I've assisted hundreds of clients in taking the guesswork out of property investment. I've also built up a vast array of networks that give me (and you) access to property across Australia that is typically not available on the ‘open market’. I do not have properties to sell, hence my advice is unbiased. If you are serious about building a successful property portfolio, call me today for a free strategy session in your own home that could be the beginning of your journey to financial security and a better future.
MY APPROACH
"Buying a property can seem easy. Buying a property with good investment potential is a different matter. It is not something most of us have the time or knowledge to do effectively".
PERSONAL INVESTMENT MENTOR
At Optimum I become your property investment mentor.
An upfront and candid, yet personable and available expert with the ability to provide a customised approach.
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EXPERIENCED AND CONNECTED
As one professionally licensed in the real estate industry with nearly 20 years experience, my own successful property portfolio and experience in a wide range of property investment options, I’m able to give you the information, understanding and access you
need to make educated and informed decisions.
ONE-ON-ONE SERVICE
From the initial consultation through to the property purchase and beyond, I am with you every step of
the way.
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TRUSTED PROFESSIONAL PARTNERS
And though I provide you with all the personalised benefits of a small firm, I also offer a holistic and comprehensive service via my network of 'trusted professional partners' that assist you in all elements
of acquiring and managing your investments. These include mortgage brokers, financial planners, solicitors, conveyancers, quantity surveyors, self-managed super fund specialists, rental management agents and business consultants.
PROPERTY SHORTLISTING SERVICE
My shortlisting service has access to properties across Australia not typically available on the 'open market'.
THOROUGH SELECTION PROCESS
I use careful and strategic planning, combined with a strict and thorough selection process that looks at the following criteria when deciding whether to include a property for you to consider:​
"His personal networks gave us the chance to consider property that was not available to the general public. He was able to demonstrate his experience and knowledge of the property market including different types of property investments and options. Then he was able to help us create a property investment strategy based on our age and what we were trying to achieve out of the investment.”
- Amit, 36, Sales Manager & Priyanka, 34, Mortgage Retention Banker -
4. Rental Yield &
Vacancy Rates:
Achieving solid yield whilst keeping vacancy rates low
5. Economic Activity & Vitality of Area:
Analysis on business growth and job opportunity​​
6. Population &
Market Trends:
Investing in areas before the growth cycle kicks in
1. Property Type:
Tailored to
suit strategic investment goals
2. Location:
Focus on high growth areas with solid capital growth indicators
3. Infrastructure:
Both established & planned - hospitals, schools, roads & public transport
WHAT'S HOLDING YOU BACK?
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AFRAID OF MAKING A POOR CHOICE?
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NO TIME?
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LACK KNOW-HOW?
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PROCRASTINATION?
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NEED EXPERT HELP?
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Are there things in your life that you just never seem to get around to? Investing seems to be one of those things that is too often put in the ’too hard basket'. Why? Procrastination, too busy, fear of the market, not understanding the process or where to start and lack of expertise to make confident decisions.
More and more, financial experts are warning that unless we start to take action now we may not have the funds required to retire when and in the manner we might like.
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It’s human nature to fear making a bad decision so in order to ‘protect’ ourselves we choose to do nothing and in so doing end up hurting ourselves financially.
You may wonder how some people you know seem to
be so much better off financially. I think you’ll find that has less to do with a high paying job or a large inheritance and far more to do with surrounding themselves with competent professionals that advise and guide them in using their means effectively to
make decisions and take positive action. Education and understanding is empowering!
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"There was little pressure from Andrew for us to commit, nor was there any upfront fee’s. He was always available to take our call, gave us as much time as we needed to ask questions and gather information, and when an opportunity presented itself, we moved forward with confidence”
- Steven, 40, Engineer & Luisa, 40, Child Care Professional -
8-STEP PROCESS
1. INITIAL
CONSULTATION
Discuss your current circumstances & financial vision. What do you want to achieve?
2. FINANCE
DISCUSSION
Have an expert establish what you can do with the finance you have available.
3. STRATEGY
SESSION
Create an investment strategy using property.
4. PROPERTY
SEARCH
Shortlist properties that meet specific investment criteria that match your financial requirements
5. PROPERTY
PRESENTATION
Property specifics & details given to you for your consideration
6. EVALUATE
OPTIONS
You take time to consider the options
7. YOU
DECIDE
No pressure! If you choose to proceed you'll get assistance every step of the way
8. ONGOING SUPPORT
I link you with every service & trusted partner needed to settle & manage your investment property
TRUSTED PARTNERS
Carroll Accounting Services offers a wide range of quality services. We pride ourselves on providing professional, personalised services to our diverse client base which values the practical solutions we provide. The team at Carroll Accounting Services are focused on clear and prompt communication with their clients and they are always available to take your call.
First Class Legal provide professional conveyancing services throughout Victoria. Buying and selling a home or property is one of the most important events in life. Don’t leave it to chance. Our team ensures peace of mind throughout the buying or selling process.
Axiom Business Consulting not only provides you the essential services to make sure your statutory obligations are met, but also supports you with the right advice and services to maximise your business and financial success.
Client First specialises in Financial Planning and Wealth Management. Our aim is to deliver life changing outcomes to individuals and families through quality common sense financial advice.
CPQS Solutions is an established quantity surveying and cost planning company, headed up by Laszlo Baranyay who has more than 30 years in the building industry. CPQS Solutions is also a registered tax practitioner.
Since 1985, our team has helped people like you experience life in a way which is designed to meet your current and future needs and aspirations through financial planning advice.
All our advisers are members of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA), and collectively bring over 50 years of experience in the financial planning industry.
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Don, 50, Financial Services Executive
"My wife and I have experience in residential property investment and had been involved with a number of investments in existing properties across the last 25 years. Having made the decision to re-enter the market we had planned on following our previous approach of sourcing our own existing properties through the traditional Real Estate channels and the open market. This changed when we met Andrew.
Andrew demonstrated to us that there are other approaches, areas and property types to consider. Subsequently we have purchased a home and build package through Andrew in an area that we had never looked at or thought about. Andrew's knowledge, experience and contacts opened our eyes to a completely different approach to the path we had previously taken and we are very happy with the way this has worked out.
The other significant difference in Andrew's model is the cost structure and approach he offers to his clients. It is rare today that you receive time, input and value from someone without having to contribute through a fee structure. Andrews model brings this to his clients and we recommend this approach as being of exceptional value. The friends we have referred to Andrew since our purchase have reported a similar experience and have also now invested with Andrew."
Shiva, 52, Microbiologist & Nirmala, 49, Teacher
"It’s my pleasure in sending this personal testimonial to a very special person none other than Mr. Andrew Gilbert, who is the Director of Optimum Acquisitions. Andrew has been known to me since Aug 2017, who in turn came to me as a business consultant with a proposed plan for investing in property along with another team member who dealt with the finances.
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Andrew is an accomplished person who has wonderful skills in presenting and helped us feel confident in what we were doing. My experience with Andrew has created tangible improvements in my decision making which I was lacking in for many months. I truly believe Andrew is an exceptional person who can be highly recommended to the wider Community for his wonderful services.
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Andrew has helped us setup a series of goals around my financial status and is guiding me through every stage. Myself, along with my family extend our good wishes to Andrew and hope to continue our long term relationship with him whilst utilising his service."
Amit, 36, Sales Manager & Priyanka, 34, Mortgage Retention Banker
"I got to know about Andrew from my workmate. He highly recommended i talk to him since he has got a wealth of experience in property investment. I wanted to start investing in property but didn’t quite have the confidence and or time to make it happen. It was attractive to be referred to a property expert that had some good common sense approaches & that I ultimately felt comfortable with and i liked the fact that there were no out of pocket costs & no signed agreements to attempt to lock me into something.
It was a very transparent process where I was offered the chance to see multiple properties in multiple areas with no obligation to acquire any. Andrew was able to provide some practical education around property investing including tax incentives as well as criteria for a solid investment property. His personal networks gave us the chance to consider property that was not available to the general public (off market property). Firstly I felt he was able to demonstrate his experience and knowledge of the property market including different types of property investments and options. Then he was able to help me create a property investment strategy based on our age and what we were trying to achieve.
I feel one of his strengths is good communication throughout the process as well as attention to detail which helps the process run smoothly. His ongoing commitment to be there to take your calls and questions at any time is strong. You’re not forgotten after you settle on your property and he helped us find a good managing agent to take care of the rental process. Andrew ultimately helped us get everything moving and made it all happen. Without that many end up doing nothing because it’s all too hard. We have acquired one excellent property and we are now looking forward to investing in another two as soon as possible. We have already recommended Andrew to our family & friends as we trust his work ethic."
Holly, 37, Executive Assistant
"I have known Andrew for many years through a family connection, so when my husband and I were looking at further investing in property, we turned to Andrew for advice. We expected to be given some simple words of wisdom and a couple of ideas. What we got instead was a plethora of options, each presented in a non- biased way and meticulously researched.
Andrew was with us as we selected our preferred option, put us in touch with a conveyancer and with a mortgage broker- basically giving us a full service. He talked us through the contracts page by page, busting some of that property jargon. Unfortunately prior to obtaining finance and land approval my husband passed away very suddenly. In the midst of a very harrowing time, Andrew went above and beyond to help me understand the various options before me and to talk to the land council on my behalf so that i could have the time and the space i needed to pull together all that was required. He continued to give me progress reports whilst he advocated for me.
I am pleased to say his persistence and care helped get me over the line for the loan during what was a very challenging 12 months. I would highly recommend Andrew to anyone looking into investing in property- his care, expertise and hard work are second to none."
Steven, 40, Engineer & Luisa, 40, Child Care Professional
"After a discussion with our accountant on future planning for our children’s future and our retirement, we concluded that property was the preferred vehicle and Andrew was recommended. We decided that in this market we needed to be educated in buying in the right areas as its more critical now then ever, and Andrew was able to provide this. Infact, Andrew provided information and expertise tailored to our position in a very short time, and in a way that made sense and was easy to digest.
There was little pressure from Andrew for us to commit, nor was there any upfront fee’s, He was always available to take our calls, gave us as much time as we needed to ask questions and gather information, and when an opportunity presented itself, we moved forward with confidence. We now have a brand new turn-key investment property in a great area that makes sense to us.
Andrews biggest positive to us was that he is actively practising what he preaches, as he is a property investor himself. He spoke from first hand experience and was able to leverage his position in the property market to provide deals and contacts not available to the general public. Andrew was also able to guide us through every single step of the way with detailed next steps including reminders, and provided contacts such as mortgage brokers, conveyancing and rental agents. Andrew made the process clear and transparent and we in turn were happy to recommend a good friend with confidence.
Andrew’s commitment to help us secure an investment property far exceeded our expectations, and we are looking forward to working with Andrew again."