"Being an immigrant to Australia (from South Africa) we have benefited enormously from the knowledge and confidence which is evident in Jim. Again, not being Australian born and bred, we felt we needed help to come to terms with the local market. Without Jim, we would not have the confidence to take the first step."

"Our first investment property was in Nerang, Queensland, but not through Jim. Eight years later in 2003 we sold our $125,000 investment for $127,000. What a gain! Surprisingly we never heard from the consultant after the purchase. It wasn't a sham deal, just one in the wrong location. Before buying our second investment property in 2001, we researched four real estate marketing companies and had two meetings with Jim before making a commitment. Jim was the only person that installed in us a level of confidence to proceed with the next investment. His research of the market and selection of properties is first rate and his ongoing support (yes, even after you buy a property) is excellent. We are now onto our third investment through Jim and are looking for further opportunities. Property is a long-term investment, and we believe that Jim also have a long term commitment to support us in our investments"

"I am glad that we overcame our initial scepticism and have now gone onto owning our second investment unit. After almost 3 years now we haven't experienced any of the previously anticipated disasters. Our investment has in fact run very smoothly and uneventfully with the help of Jim. We look forward to having our third unit in the near future. I have two friends who have investments without the help of Jim and note their problems and worry in less than ideal locations."

"Cheryl and I are what could be considered new clients of Jim Downs. My introduction to Jim has been positive with a second property about to be added to our already existing portfolio. Our impression of Jim from the very start has been professional, positive, impacting and full of confidence. Cheryl and I look forward to our investing future with Jim, as do a number of friends we have introduced to his system."

"Jim Downs has given us a 'wake up' call. We've got this far in life on a wing and a prayer and a lot of hard work. We are now on a plan for life and the hard work and worry is gone. We have structure, order and more importantly a planned future to look forward to.“

"Several years ago we began to realize that to ensure a retirement lifestyle (which would allow us to pursue our interests), we needed to begin planning and investing. We were drawn to property as the huge increase in equity that we had experienced on our home in only four years made us feel that this was a secure investment in the Sydney area. We attended several different seminars but felt that Jim offered the most user-friendly and secure approach for the first time investor. We have successfully settled one property and are seeing just how easy it is to be an investor. Over the next few months we will begin to look for another property and be well on our way to achieving our long-term goal of financial freedom."

"We have most recently settled the purchase of our first investment unit. It has been a long journey buying off the plan, but a great learning one (very pleasant actually). From assessment of income, to planning, to property selection and to finance, the whole machinery of processes and most especially Jim Downs, have become major contributing factors in this purchase. He’s been fantastic and it's been great dealing with him."

"We first came across Jim Downs in 1998, but we did nothing at that time due to our somewhat conservative outlook. After attending a handful of seminars by other investment companies, we came across Jim at an investment briefing in 1999. After following through this time, we concluded that Jim was different to the rest and proceeded to purchase a unit, off the plan, in late 1999. ​ At this stage we haven't yet proceeded to our second property investment, notwithstanding that we continue to entertain this as a real possibility and therefore continue to seek advice from Jim in whom we have full confidence."

"We always had a fear of getting involved in real estate investment - too hard, too many pitfalls, too costly, too many variables, etc. We met Jim Downs in January 2003 and after attending the initial investment briefing, we went ahead and purchased our first property. We are delighted to say we are very happy investors. While the process of buying an investment property is not all that simple, Jim Downs helped us to simplify the process and take any pain out that might have otherwise been there - to the point where we now wonder why we ever had any fears about buying an investment property in the first place!"

"When I first went to Jim, he made me carry around a notepad and I had to write down everything I spent, even if it was a paper or a cup of coffee. I did this for 2 weeks until I knew where all my spare money was going. It helped me see what I could afford on a weekly basis. Now when I am in the position to save some more money we buy another property. We always buy off the plan, not only because it is more profitable but it gives us two years to plan for it. When I first started I was nervous, and couldn't sleep thinking my God! I have just put myself into $500,000 debt! What am I doing! But with The Jim Downs holding my hand and guiding me I am so much more relaxed and actually enjoy buying property. My advice to anyone thinking about it is budget, budget, budget! Stay focused and remember that when you do the analysis the undercurrent is property which equals profit, let's face it the banks wouldn't loan on it otherwise. I feel relieved that I am going to have something to retire on".

"I had gone to other places that were recommending properties but I didn't feel they were trustworthy, there are a lot of sharks in this business so you do have to be cautious. Then I came across Jim Downs, I felt he was honest and has ethics, you can tell he really has his finger on the pulse of the market. Over the years he has really expanded to include a one stop service for his clients including accountants, planners, lawyers and gathering information on other products like superannuation, he is very well balanced about the data he collects and compare. I would highly recommend anyone starting out to go along to one of Jim Downs investment briefings to educate themselves more".

"I found the support, knowledge and education that Jim gave me was invaluable, it made such a huge difference to my sense of security. If I could give anyone advice about investing I would say, don't stress!! Don't take negative press to heart and know you are in property for the long term, not the short. Keep going and feel secure as you rarely loose in property. Don't let it affect your lifestyle and surround yourself with people that will make the journey easier, like property managers who get you the right tenants, the investment should be ticking over in the background slowly making you money, not something that you should be a daily stressing about".