Brisbane’s Best Investment Suburbs Did you know that Brisbane’s City Hall is the largest of its kind in Australia, and that at the time of completion, was the second-largest construction project in the country? Or that, on average, our stunning city has more than 280 sunny days per year? Or how about the fact that Brisbane’s property market is set to grow again in 2016 after a...

We know it cops a little flak when up against Melbourne in the gastro stakes, but our little Brisbane city is definitely up-and-coming competition in regards to food and beverages. Let’s take a little wander through Brisvegas’ CBD for a taste-test of the best places to eat and drink.   Cafés Bonsai Bontanika – 109 Elizabeth St With its beautiful ‘rainforest cabin’...

Top temperatures in Brisbane have a habit of bringing in raging storms throughout summer, which can get pretty ugly if you’re not prepared for them. Here are our top tips for staying safe this storm season in Brisbane. Sign up for an early warning alert The Brisbane City Council offers an Early Warning Alert Service which notifies registered residents of severe and urgent weather alerts in...

Previously, we've written about what you should look for when buying an investment property, but really, there is so much more to it than just looking at the property. You’ve got to take into account all the bureaucratic processes in addition to the physical aspects of your property. It may seem like a lot, but as always, Allen Real Estate is here to help. Hire a professional to do a...