About us

Built by property investors, for property investors. We support Australians in accessing and investing in quality property opportunities.

Why we're building Property Black Book

The traditional property investment system is broken and we're fixing it.

The problem we saw

After more than 20 years helping investors buy property across Australia, I kept seeing the same problem - smart people trying to use their super to invest, but getting stuck in red tape, confused by the rules, or wasting money on properties that didn't even qualify.

Investors were missing out on high-quality opportunities before they reached the wider market. Buyer’s agent fees were excessive. The process lacked transparency, and SMSF investors faced additional barriers without proper guidance.

Our solution

We recognised the need for a better way to support investors. Instead of relying on traditional intermediaries, our approach enables investors to:

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Gain access to off-market properties directly from developers - without middleman markups
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Review and compare opportunities at their own pace - without sales pressure
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Reference transparent investment metrics for each property
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Pay a membership fee rather than per-property commissions
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Receive expert guidance structured to avoid conflicts of interest

"We’re not just focused on a better way of investing. We’re committed to promoting transparent, accessible, and fair property investment for all Australians."

— Ken Dodds, CEO & Founder

The experience behind Property Black Book

Three pillars that make us different:

"Built by insiders"
- proven track records
Created by property professionals who've spent decades inside the industry. We know what works because we've lived it.
"Industry-first technology"
- designed for smart investors
Combining traditional property knowledge with modern investment strategies to provide clear, independent access to off-market opportunities.
"Trusted expertise"
- decades of property know-how
Our founding team brings 30+ years of combined experience across property development, investment, sales, and technology.

Meet our leadership team

The experienced professionals building Australia's first property investment membership platform.

Ken Dodds
CEO & Founder
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After more than 20 years helping investors buy property across Australia, I kept seeing the same problem-smart people trying to use their super to invest, but getting stuck in red tape, confused by the rules, or wasting money on properties that didn't even qualify. That’s why, together with a team of experienced property professionals, we established Property Black Book to support investors in accessing high-quality opportunities without the usual fees or sales pressure.

Background & experience:
  • 20+ years in the property market
  • Army service background
  • Corporate leadership experience
  • Real estate development
  • International education
My favourites:
Things to eat: A great steak & glass of wine
Things to watch: Usually too busy around the house for that!
Things to do: Travel, Eat, drink
Most important to me: Family & friends
Lloyd Townsing
Co-Founder & CTO
LinkedIn

My unique journey from professional swimming to technology entrepreneurship has been defined by discipline and innovation. With a long family history in property and hands-on IT expertise, I focus on building the systems that support Property Black Book’s operational backbone.

Background & experience:
  • 15+ years in the property market
  • Former professional swimmer
  • Technology pioneering background
  • Family property development history
  • Software and platform expertise
My favourites:
Things to eat: A great steak & glass of wine
Things to watch: Usually too busy with projects
Things to do: Travel, Eat, drink
Most important to me: Family & friends

Ready to join Property Black Book?

Frequently Asked Questions

Below you’ll find the answers to our most common questions on your journey to unlocking Australia’s best property investment deals.

1.

How are you able to cut out the middleman?

Because we work directly with developers, you get transparent access to off-market stock without the usual sales agents in between. That means earlier access, clearer information, and better value - without the hard sell.

2.

How much does membership cost?

We offer three tiers:

  • Black Book Investor: $500 ($450 for founding members)
  • Black Book Elite: $2,000 ($1,800 for founding members)
  • Concierge Club: Contact for pricing
3.

How is this different from sellings agents?

Traditional buyer's agents charge 2-9% commission to find properties for you. Property Black Book provides:

  • Direct access to developers (no middleman markup)
  • One-time membership fee instead of per-property commissions
  • Self-service portal to browse at your pace
  • No sales pressure or pushy tactics
  • You deal directly with developers and save thousands
4.

What types of properties will be available?

We partner with vetted developers to offer:

  • House & land packages in growth corridors
  • Townhouses and duplexes
  • Apartments in infrastructure-rich areas
  • SMSF-compliant investment properties
  • Pre-release and off-market opportunities
Still have questions?
Contact us