This site really is a plethora of information, with guys like you so very generous and willing to share this information.
As a newbie to investing, I attending the wonderful weekend that was the three day seminar held in Melbourne last Friday Saturday and Sunday.

I note with interest the dedication that you have shown in travelling to these towns to complete your due diligence.

My question is: could you please expand on the criteria you use to evaluate these towns/ any other properties you buy. This was the one area that I wish I had of got more out of from the weekend. I am fully aware of the need to be a local area expert, however do you have checklists / websites / evaluations / spreadsheets / tables / questions etc. that you use and may be willing to offer some advice on?

My understanding at this early stage is that the best way to do this is to get out there and speak to agents and try and get a grip  on the market. If you could somehow de-mystify  this process it would be greatly appreciated.