Hello Marg (and anyone else interested in this topic). I too have recently met with member's alliance and it has overall been a positive experience. I understand the numbers. I have almost bought a property in the same development area: Cunningham Park Laidley Nth Qld (about 45km west of Ipswich). I've been feeling good about it until this afternoon – I feel like I'm making too big a decision too quickly and it all sound very good (too good perhaps?). These feelings aren't because I think that there is any dodgy dealings going on, just bit of cold feet. Anyway I would like to discuss this more if possible with people who are experience and have knowledge in such areas of property investments using what they refer to as "Turn key" investments, negative gearing etc. To my knowledge the strategy is to reduce tax and to take advantage of long term capital growth (not sure how I can be guaranteed that the property will increase in value before I retire?), all geared  for retirement. My understanding is that the  general location is in an area of high population growth (mining, amberly airbase etc). Any comments greatly appreciated. Thanks