"Understand the Australian property market—without the hype, pressure, or guesswork."

Clarity from 30+ years of real market cycles. So you know what you're doing, and why.

You've heard it all: the hot tips, the "can't miss" suburbs, the pressure to act now.

But smart property decisions aren't made in a rush—they're made with a clear view of what's actually happening in the market.

This site gives you that view. Grounded insight. Real data. No agenda—so when you move, you move with confidence.

By Shane Mills | Bourdain Property Advisory

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Inside, You'll Discover

The 5 critical questions to ask before you even look at a property
How to tell if you're buying at the right time in the cycle (or if you should wait)
The red flags that signal manufactured urgency vs. real opportunity
Real examples of decisions people regretted - and how to avoid them

No pressure. No sales pitch. Just the insights you need to avoid expensive mistakes.

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This is for you if:

You're a time-poor professional who wants long-term clarity, not quick wins
You care about downside risk as much as upside potential
You want real advice based on data and cycles, not hype and headlines
You'd rather wait for the right opportunity than rush into the wrong one
You're worried about making a decision you'll regret for years

This is NOT for you if:

You're chasing "the next hot spot" or looking to get rich quick
You want someone to tell you what you want to hear instead of what you need to know
You're a speculator looking for short-term riches
You think urgency equals opportunity

If you're in the first group you're in the right place!

How I Think About Property

I've spent three decades watching people make property decisions - some brilliant, most regrettable. Here's what separates the decisions people celebrate from the ones they wish they could undo:

Timing Beats Tactics

Where we are in the cycle matters more than any individual strategy.

I've watched people buy the "perfect" property at the wrong time and lose money, while others bought average properties at the right time and built wealth.

I'll help you understand where we are in the cycle - so you're not fighting against the tide.

Infrastructure Over Headlines

With 30 years around property and infrastructure design across more than 2,000 projects, I’ve learned to follow the money.

Government policy, rezoning, and early developer moves matter far more than headlines. The media is usually late — the signals appear long before the story does..

Risk Before Reward

Avoiding bad decisions beats chasing good ones. Most wealth in property comes from what you DON'T buy, not what you do.

I'll help you recognize the warning signs before you commit.

Restraint Is a Strategy

Sometimes not buying is the smartest move you can make.

Waiting isn't weakness - it's protecting your options until the right opportunity shows up.

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Where we are in the current property cycle - and whether now is the time to buy or wait
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Market data that actually matters - not just noise designed to make you act now
The questions to ask before you even look at a property - that could save you from years of regret
Real examples from 2,000+ projects - what worked, what didn't, and why

No hype. No pressure. No trying to get you to "act now."

Just clear thinking to help you avoid expensive mistakes and buy with confidence when the time is right.

What Happens When You Subscribe?

Immediately: You'll receive the Property Decision-Making Guide in your inbox - read it before you look at another property listing.

Every week: You'll get insights on market cycles, timing, red flags, and real examples from 30+ years of experience - so you can make decisions with confidence, not pressure.

When you're ready: If you want personalized guidance on your specific situation, you can explore working with me through Bourdain Property Advisory. No rush, no pressure - just a conversation when the time is right for you.

Why Listen To Me

Fair question. Here's the honest answer:

I'm Shane Mills, and I've spent 30+ years in property - but not selling it.

I started as an architectural draftsman, working for a company that specialized in home extensions across Sydney. We completed hundreds of projects, then moved into small subdivisions where we learned what actually worked in the real world versus what looked good on paper.

Since then, I've been involved in over 2,000 projects as an infrastructure designer - working alongside developers, builders, and investors through multiple market cycles.

Along the way, I've helped a lot of people buy property. Everything from finding their perfect forever home, to identifying average homes with renovation potential and identifying good investment opportunities.

I've seen booms, busts, and everything in between - and more importantly, I've seen what works and what doesn't when real people are making real decisions with real money.

Here's what makes me different: I don't sell property. I don't earn commissions. I don't benefit if you rush into a decision.

Here's what that experience taught me:

Most people have an emotional attachment to property - and look, if you're buying your forever home, that makes sense. You should love where you live.

But here's where people get stuck:

They treat EVERY property decision like it's an emotional one. They fall in love with a place, imagine their life there, and make decisions based on feelings rather than fundamentals - even when it's supposed to be an investment.

And that's how people end up with regrets. Not because the property was "bad" - but because it was the wrong property, at the wrong time, for the wrong reasons.

When you step back and look at property as a tool - not just a dream - everything changes.

Property isn't about getting rich quick or finding "the perfect home." It's about using a proven asset class to build the lifestyle you actually want. The freedom to travel when you want. The ability to say no to work you don't enjoy. The security of knowing you're not forced to do anything you don't want to do.

My wife and I have been fortunate enough to set ourselves up that way, and property was the tool that made it possible.

I don't sell property. I don't earn commissions. I don't benefit if you rush into a decision.

This site exists to share what I've learned from three decades in the trenches - so you can think more clearly about your own property decisions and use property as a tool for the lifestyle you want, not a source of stress or regret.

What People Say

Adelle Russell

Property Investor/ Renovator

Shane bid at an auction for us while we were overseas, but more than that, he’s helped us build a solid investment strategy. His advice has been key to understanding the market, and he’s great at making complex stuff easy to get.

John Muirhead

Property Investor

I’ve worked with Shane for several years, and his professionalism and real estate knowledge are outstanding. Managing a Sydney portfolio, I’ve had many successful projects with him, and our relationship remains highly professional. Whenever I invest, Shane is my first call—his honesty and integrity are second to none.

J Readshaw

ANZ

I’ve known Shane for over 30 years, and he’s always been someone you can count on. Laid-back, clever, and just great at making things happen. These days, he’s my first call for anything property-related — he’s helped me make some great moves. I trust him completely.