Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Where are all these jobs coming from 2 – Construction cost growth falls to 22-year low 3 – Immigration peaked in February Episode resources Rask community forum https://community.rask.com.au/home Story 1 – Where are all these job...
Jul 20, 2024•33 min
In this episode, Pete Wargent, property investor and author, shares his expertise on the "Buy Right Approach." Discover how this strategy differs from others, and why understanding market cycles and your own personality are key to long-term success. Learn the importance of a strategic plan and gain practical insights to make informed property investment decisions. Episode Resources: Buy Pete's book: https://majorstreet.com.au/products/the-buy-right-guide-to-investing-in-property ~~ Resources you...
Jul 16, 2024•39 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Lending in a solid uptrend, but not so much for new housing 2 – Listings plunge in winter lull 3 – A window for upgraders Episode resources Rask community forum https://community.rask.com.au/home Story 1 – Lending in a solid uptr...
Jul 13, 2024•36 min
Ready to make smart financial moves for your home and future? This episode dives into the nitty-gritty of solar savings in Victoria, the offset vs. shares debate, tips for first home builders, and the tax implications of property ownership. Whether you're dreaming of solar panels or plotting your investment strategy, we've got you covered. Like this episode? Ask a question in our community ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Mortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/brok...
Jul 09, 2024•22 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Why the Housing Accord target of 1.2 million homes won’t be achieved 2 – Are rents hitting an affordability ceiling? 3 – Winter slowdown in auctions and listings Episode resources Rask community forum https://community.rask.com.a...
Jul 06, 2024•37 min
Welcome to the Australian Property Podcast! Today's discussion centers on upgrading homes for growing families and managing guest accommodation needs. Highlights: Debate on upgrading from a 3x1x1 to a 4x2x2 or a larger 5x3x2 home, weighing financial implications and space requirements. Insights on using guest rooms versus alternatives like Airbnb. Financial considerations in property investment, focusing on market trends and affordability in Perth. Exploring kit homes, prefabs, and modular housi...
Jul 02, 2024•34 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Should affordable housing be a human right? 2 – Housing targets are a fantasy 3 – Buying homes is becoming a multigenerational affair (Jarden) Episode resources Inflation, policy, and regulation https://jamesfostermacro.blogspot....
Jun 29, 2024•42 min
In this episode of The Australian Property Podcast, Australia's #1 mortgage broker Chris Bates and top buyers agent Amy Lunardi break down the tricky transition of upgrading or downgrading your property. Topics covered in the Upsizing & Downsizing podcast: Upsizing: Using as a strategy – buying entry level now and upsizing in the future – benefits/risks. Buy or sell first? Buy first Don’t know what you’ll sell for = risk How does bridging finance work? Settlement periods matter: minimise bri...
Jun 25, 2024•51 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the week. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Government to buy off the plan properties in NSW, and more 2 – Mid-year respite for renters as students leave 3 – Insurance costs doubled in 2 years for Victorian homebuilders Episode resources 1 – Government as referee or active...
Jun 22, 2024•39 min
Dave has appeared on the Rask network a few times, achieving some of the highest downloads of all episodes. Dave's background is a story of true grit and determination. Dave is known as the forklift driver who retired at 28. He did that using a detailed budgeting plan while investing in property and shares. Dave's first book, Strong Money Australia: How to Gain Financial Independence and Create a Life of Freedom has sold over 20,000 copies, making it one of the most popular books on retirement i...
Jun 18, 2024•56 min
Every week, we jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top news stories. In this week’s episode, Pete and Cameron cover: Episode resources 1 – Housing shortage expected to worsen https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/may/03/australias-housing-crisis-to-worsen-with-significant-shortfall-in-supply-labors-expert-council-says https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/2023/aug/16/national-cabinet-agrees-to-build-12m-new-homes-in-bid-to...
Jun 14, 2024•36 min
Pete Wargent and Amy Lunardi chat about the top 5 agent secrets on this episode of The Australian Property Podcast. In this week’s episode, Amy and Pete cover: 1 – Real estate agents lie 2 – Agents don’t know what a property will sell for 3 – A lot happens behind the scenes in a negotiation 4 – Bluffing does happen 5 – If they know your budget they’ll make you pay it ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Mortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/broke-rask Financial Planni...
Jun 11, 2024•49 min
Every week, we jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the week. Don't forget to send Guy and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Pete and Guy cover: 1 – Brisbane overtakes Melbourne as 2nd most expensive city 2 – Latest property market trends 3 – Mismatch between supply and demand Episode resources 1 – Brisbane overtakes Melbourne as 2nd most expensive city https://www.corelogic.com.au/news-research/news/2024...
Jun 08, 2024•41 min
Buyers agent Amy Lunardi answers your questions in the episode of the Australian Property Podcast, from whether townhouses are good investments to what to consider when buying a home with a heritage overlay. Episode Resources Amy's $25k Renovation: How to add the most value to your property | Rask Media Free Property 101 Course ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Mortgage Broking: https://bit.ly/broke-rask Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Property Coach...
Jun 04, 2024•39 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the week. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Why rising listings in some suburbs may not mean price declines 2 – Surging mortgage hardship claims and fast resales a sign of stress? 3 – Albo quits the property market – is this a sign of the times? Episode resources 1 – Why r...
Jun 01, 2024•38 min
To celebrate the launch of Rask Invest, Owen Rask is joined by Mitchell Sneddon to identify and talk about the 5 things none of the Professionals want to talk about. This originally aired on the Australian Investors Podcast. UPCOMING LIVE SHOW: https://www.youtube.com/@RaskFinance/streams Invest with Owen: https://invest.rask.com.au Article "Where Owen is Invested": https://community.rask.com.au/c/etfs/where-i-m-investing-the-next-10-years ~~ Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-inves...
May 28, 2024•38 min
To celebrate the launch of Rask Invest, Owen Rask is joined by Mitchell Sneddon to explain Rask's 10 truths of investing. This originally aired on the Australian Investors Podcast. UPCOMING LIVE SHOW: https://www.youtube.com/live/bpPiyQtcjXs Invest with Owen: https://invest.rask.com.au Article "Where Owen is Invested": https://community.rask.com.au/c/etfs/where-i-m-investing-the-next-10-years ~~ Resources ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Mort...
May 27, 2024•49 min
To celebrate the launch of Rask Invest, Owen Rask is joined by Mitchell Sneddon to explain where he is investing right now, and why. This originally aired on the Australian Investors Podcast. UPCOMING LIVE SHOW: https://www.youtube.com/@RaskFinance/streams Invest with Owen: https://invest.rask.com.au Article "Where Owen is Invested": https://community.rask.com.au/c/etfs/where-i-m-investing-the-next-10-years ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Invest with Owen: https://bit.ly/R-invest Mortgage Broking: h...
May 26, 2024•56 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the week. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Election battleground on immigration 2 – Barefoot’s advice to leverage 3 – RBA speech on the dwelling shortage Episode resources 1 – Immigration battleground https://www.theguardian.com/australia-news/article/2024/may/19/duttons-...
May 25, 2024•41 min
These Australian property experts outline 47 reasons why Australian property prices will keep going up. Seven-time author Pete Wargent, Australia's #1 mortgage broker Chris Bates, and Owen Rask, Founder of The Rask Group outline 47-bulletproof reasons why Australian property prices will keep going up over time. Pete's book: https://majorstreet.com.au/products/the-buy-right-guide-to-investing-in-property Full list: https://www.rask.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/47-Reasons-Why-Australian-Prope...
May 21, 2024•1 hr 2 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the week. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Budget 2024 to bring cost of living relief 2 – Housing competing with infrastructure for resources 3 – Listing deluge for Melbourne, but brighter days ahead Episode resources 1 – 2024 Budget to bring cost of living relief https:/...
May 18, 2024•41 min
In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, six-time author Pete Wargent and Flint founder Chris Bates are BACK! Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Perth leads the way, then Brisbane and Adelaide 2 – Apartment trends: the good and the bad 3 – Avera...
May 11, 2024•38 min
In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, six-time author Pete Wargent and Flint Group co-founder Chris Bates are BACK! Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Inflation and rates news 2 – Budget night 2024 3 - Build to rent push ~~ Resources you'll l...
May 04, 2024•39 min
Pete Wargent speaks with Stephen Ash about his journey to an 8-eight property portfolio on this episode of The Australian Property Podcast. Learn more about Allen Wargent Property Buyers: https://www.allenwargent.com.au/about/steve-ash/ ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Rask Community Invest with Owen Mortgage Broking Financial Planning Property Coaching 100-point property checklist (PDF) Accounting with Grey Space Business Coaching Ask a question DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial in...
Apr 30, 2024•49 min
In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, six-time author Pete Wargent and Flint Group co-founder Chris Bates are BACK! Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Crane count remains near record 2 – A race for capacity (Arcadis report) 3 – Mortgage rates...
Apr 27, 2024•38 min
This Rask podcast episode is going to seem really… different. It’s a wonderful conversation with an extremely entrepreneurial couple who I have followed for a few years. Matt and Liz Raad are serial investors in websites and digital assets. They’re speakers and educators who have probably helped to create tens, if not hundreds, of millions of dollars of wealth for investors, FIRE community members, those escaping the 9-to-5, and business owners. In this podcast, we’ll going backwards, to how the...
Apr 23, 2024•1 hr 9 min
Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: drcm US inflation figures spooking the horses Australia are world leaders in interest rate pain Wealth property investors return to the big city – holding pattern Episode resources: US inflation figures spooking the horses US consume...
Apr 20, 2024•42 min
On this Australian Property Podcast episode, Owen Rask and Amy Lunardi break down 5 of the most emotional traps people fall into when buying their property. Here's what you need to know: 1. Avoiding being too emotional and overpaying Need to have some emotion when buying a property Use this to factor into your ‘competitive buffer’ – how to figure this out (comparable sales plus x%) Where to draw a line in the sand With an investment less emotions (not zero) 2. The need for ‘social proof’ Do your...
Apr 16, 2024•41 min
In this 2 Sense episode of The Australian Property Podcast, six-time author Pete Wargent and Flint Group co-founder Chris Bates are BACK! Every week, Chris Bates and Pete Wargent jump on the Australian Property Podcast airwaves to answer your questions or cover the top 3 property news stories of the news. Don't forget to send Chris and Pete your questions! In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: Labor miles off its homes target What’s happening in Perth? Pete's New book: The Buy Right Appr...
Apr 13, 2024•42 min
The State of the Markets episodes provide you with a concise and clear picture of what is happening across markets. Not just in property, and not just in Australia. Pete and Owen talk about the S&P/ASX 200 (INDEXASX:XJO), bonds, Australian residential property, commercial property, S&P 500 (INDEXSP:.INX), what's happening with the Australian Dollar (AUD) and more! Let us know what you think by writing in, using the 'Ask a Question' link below. ~~ Resources you'll love ~~ Show Notes: http...
Apr 09, 2024•45 min
