How to Retire Early with Property Investment
Early retirement isn’t just for CEOs and lottery winners. With a clear plan, the right support, and strategic property investment, it’s a goal that more Australians are achieving — often 10–15 years earlier than expected.
At Focus Property Group, we’ve helped everyday professionals build property portfolios that generate income, replace salaries, and create lifestyle flexibility sooner than superannuation ever could.
Here’s how to turn your property portfolio into your retirement plan — and retire early on your terms.
1. Define What “Early Retirement” Means for You
For some, it’s quitting work completely at 50. For others, it’s working part-time by 55, or having the freedom to travel without financial worry.
Start with:
How much passive income you need per year
What age you’d like to scale back or stop working
What lifestyle you want to maintain
This gives your investment strategy a clear purpose.
2. Build a Cash Flow-Friendly Portfolio
The key to retiring early is income, not just asset value.
We help clients build portfolios that:
Generate consistent rental returns
Are cash flow positive or neutral
Require minimal top-ups or maintenance
Can grow while supporting your lifestyle
3. Use Growth and Equity to Expand
Equity from your first property can help fund your second — and so on.
Example:
Buy Property 1: $600,000
After 5 years, value = $900,000
Use equity for Property 2
Repeat until your portfolio generates the income you need
With the right advice, this can be achieved in 7–12 years depending on your starting point.
4. Reinvest, Refinance and Reassess
Early retirement doesn’t happen by accident. You’ll need to:
Reassess your portfolio annually
Refinance loans to stay efficient
Reinvest surplus income or equity
Work closely with your accountant and broker
Consistency compounds.
5. Get the Right Support from Day One
We work with busy professionals and families to:
✔️ Build a tailored 5–15 year retirement strategy
✔️ Select properties that match income and growth goals
✔️ Partner with brokers and advisors who think long-term
✔️ Support you at every step — from the first property to your financial freedom
📞 Book your free 15-minute strategy call today:
1 300 702 885
info@focuspropertygroup.com.au
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