You heard that correctly, folks! Renovating and Dating. YEP… turns out they’ve got something in common! And to be honest — if it wasn’t for today’s guest, we probably wouldn’t have clued onto this comparison on our own. But, yep, you betcha… she’s definitely onto something! Joining us on The Couch today is none other than Naomi Findlay, Australia’s Rapid Renovation Expert . And not only is Naomi the Principal and Founder of the International Institute of Home Staging, author of the best-selling ...
Sep 06, 2018•1 hr 5 min
Folks, let’s just come right out and say it… getting a Building and Pest Inspection is very, very important if you’re going to buy a property. So much so that we’d go as far as to use the word “vital”. Yep, this is true for both homeowners and investors!! So, we think it’s in your BEST interest to listen to what today’s guest, Andrew-Mackie Smith , Principal Consultant of BuildingPro (Building and Pest Reports) and author of Building Success: Why Property Investors Need Building Inspections has ...
Aug 30, 2018•1 hr
“The People’s podcast” is EXACTLY that today folks! Because here’s the deal… it’s full-on, gold-packed Q & A Day!! And we’re diving headfirst into… Offset accounts —is it a good idea to have multiple offset accounts? And should you offset your highest loan or the oldest loan? Investing in outer suburbs versus inner suburbs The step-by-step process of buying an investment property Buying a home (PPOR) versus an investment property (IP) Lending — should you pay down the principal of an investm...
Aug 23, 2018•52 min
Attention! Baby Boomers, Gen XYZ, Alpha and everyone else — yep, that’s probably you — we have THE episode that just might teach you a thing or two about your generation, your next-door neighbour’s generation, AND the next “smashed avocado” to take Australia by storm! What are we talking about? Folks, making himself comfortable on the couch today is Mark McCrindle, founder and Principle of McCrindle Research , and an award-winning social researcher, best-selling author, influential thought leade...
Aug 16, 2018•1 hr 1 min
Folks, today we’re unpacking the FIVE PROPERTY INVESTMENT RULES that will turn the media headlines on their heads and help you succeed as a property investor in a changing market! Let’s just come straight out and say it: there is an opportunity in the market RIGHT NOW . No ifs, no buts, and no “doom and gloom” about it. So, what do you need to do to ensure your investment’s safely backed and bound to get you a return? Simple. Listen to this episode. Implement these 5 rules. And see why the riche...
Aug 09, 2018•46 min
We’ve got to admit it folks — this episode’s overflowing with all the GOLD, regardless of the stage of property investing you’re in! Straight from the Qantas Lounge, we’re interviewing none other than Paul Glossop, Founder and Director of Pure Property Investment ! To give you a bit of an idea, Paul’s built a substantial property portfolio, which focuses on the fundamentals of property investing. And, yep, today we’re talking all things Granny Flats, folks!! To dig deeper into this, Paul lets yo...
Aug 02, 2018•1 hr 6 min
Folks, we’re LIVE from the Melbourne Property Buyer Expo this episode! And we’re with a very special guest: Greville Pabst - licensed property valuer and Executive Chairman of WBP Group (one of the biggest property valuation companies in Australia). Not only that, but Greville’s also purchased and valued thousands of properties on behalf of his clients, and his team inspects 800 properties per day so he knows EXACTLY how much you should pay for your property! So… what do you need to know about h...
Jul 26, 2018•44 min
Folks, just a heads up: ripper episode coming your way! To give you roughly an idea of what we mean: we even flew up to Sydney to check out an epically-renovated property, and to have a sit-down chat with three wonderful women. Why three? Well, folks, today we’re interviewing Lana, Bonnie and Erin of Three Birds Renovations ! And if you’re not familiar with them, we’d urge you to check them out! Here’s why… these three best friends left their jobs to renovate properties, film the whole thing, an...
Jul 19, 2018•1 hr 13 min
You don’t want to fork out the big bucks (probably the most you’ve ever spent) on a property that’s going to end in little-to-no return come market crash, right? Not to mention, you don’t want this said “investment” to wind up in an economic tsunami, which by the way, WILL happen when life follows the fate of a catchy news headline. So… is that what’s really what’s happening here? Is the market seriously “bottoming out”… because, as far as we see it folks, we’re sitting pretty happy where we are...
Jul 12, 2018•55 min
In this day and age, we know that what you think plays a very real part in the life you lead, whether you’re aware of it or not. In truth, thoughts have the ability to change, create or enhance your mood, behaviour and reality. Some people know this instinctively, some not at all, and some are adamant that their mindset alone is responsible for their success. So, if you’re an actual or inspiring property investor — regardless of your thoughts on thoughts ; ) — what can you learn from them? Are t...
Jul 05, 2018•1 hr 8 min
If you’ve got a question about investing in property, then it’s in your best interests to listen to this episode! Why? Because it’s our favourite day, folks… Q&A Day! And not only is today just a couple of days away from the end of financial year, but also we’ve got some new, timely SpeakPipe Questions to answer! Which means 1) It’s probably a bit too late to get your Depreciation Schedule in to your accountant, BUT 2) You’re in for a high-powered learning session! This Q&A is great for ...
Jun 28, 2018•35 min
No one wants their most expensive decision to be fumbled, delayed or up in the air come D-day… so today, folks, we’re giving you the settlement solutions BEFORE you need them! And it’s a little bit like taking a peek into a future that’s just around the corner. How do we know? Well, joining us today is Lisa Dowie, Chief Customer Officer at Property Exchange Australia Ltd (PEXA) , Australia’s online settlement platform. No, she didn’t arrive by a hovercraft or drop in via teleportation, BUT, yes,...
Jun 21, 2018•45 min
If you’re reading this, you’re probably keen on property investing — regardless of whether or not you’re a beginner or a multimillion-dollar property portfolio owner… or somewhere in between. And chances are you also like to have a life too, right? Because folks, at the end of the day, while hard work’s rewarding and a passive income’s exciting, there are also other factors competing for your time and attention, and — let’s face it — other things you’d prefer to do, like put your feet up (and wa...
Jun 14, 2018•1 hr 11 min
What an episode we’ve got for you today, folks!! We’re letting you in on the 5 FOOLPROOF WAYS to conquer your finance!! Yep, we’re dead set serious. Why? Because we know in this day and age it can be a little more challenging to get a loan than it used to be! With APRA’S handbrake on the lending sector, what banks look for can mean you’re jumping through a few more loops just to get approval… so are there ways to make getting finance easier ?? We think there ARE. And that is what today’s episode...
Jun 07, 2018•41 min
Folks, it’s a SERIOUS episode today… jam-packed with nothing but serious GOLD!! Why? Today we’ve got Tim Graham, Partner at HWL Ebsworth Lawyers , to discuss all things Real Estate Law … especially Strata!! Strata? What do we mean? Think Off the Plan. Subdivision. Owner Corporate. Townhouse. Apartment. Unit. Yep. Tim practices exclusively in the areas of strata and subdivision law, Owners Corporation and dispute resolution with almost 20 years of experience! He’s the President of the Australian ...
May 31, 2018•1 hr 7 min
It’s a “BATTLE ROUND” Q & A Day, folks!! In other words… This vs That. Yep. After 4 solid weeks of some seriously special guests interviews — starting with Alan Oster and ending with Stuart Wemyss — we’re finally in the ring for a good ol’ Q&A Session! The Battle Round includes… Melbourne vs Brissy Sell vs Hold Costs of Property Investing vs Gains of Property Investing House vs Beach apartment … and plenty more Resources to help if you’re battling a decision right now… Demand vs Supply… ...
May 24, 2018•58 min
Ever wanted the formula to win the game of building wealth? Well, folks… you’re in luck! Because today we have a very special guest who’s going to hand you the GOLDEN RULES of building wealth that is founded in logic, simple maths and supported by historic evidence! Joining us is Stuart Wemyss , author of the newly-released book Investopoly , and Founder of ProSolution , who has over 20 years of experience in financial services. Plus, he comes with a Bachelor of Commerce, is a Chartered account ...
May 17, 2018•57 min
Want to know where the booms are predicted to happen? How about the property markets where you can target cash flow-positive properties? Joining us today, folks, is John Lindeman, Director of Property Power Partners and researcher and educator for the 7steps2success online property education program who has spent well over 15 years professionally researching the housing market, and let’s be honest, is the thought leader who can teach you how to use property market research to predict your invest...
May 10, 2018•1 hr 3 min
We’re taking a plunge into the Property Data Dive today folks! Because today the LocationScore Lads have got the band back together and so The Capital Growth King of Research, Jeremy Sheppard — Property Analyst, Research Director and Creator of DSR Data — joins us with the latest data that’s pointing its finger at hot growth markets. And not only is Jeremy’s going to tell you where some of these hot suburbs are, but also he’s offering an exclusive listener bonus — the Property Market Swingers Re...
May 03, 2018•52 min
Let’s get down to business, folks! Today we’re tackling the past, present and future of Australia’s economy… And who better to help us out than Alan Oster, Group Chief Economist of the National Australia Bank (NAB) ?! Alan sure knows his stuff, folks — as Group Chief Economist, Alan is responsible for NAB ’s global economic and financial forecasts . Not to mention, before he started at NAB (which was in 1992, mind you), he worked as Senior Adviser in Treasury specialising in economic forecasting...
Apr 26, 2018•1 hr 5 min
It’s our favourite day of the month folks… Q & A Day!!! And we’re covering quite a bit in a short & sweet amount of time today— including AN EXCLUSIVE ANNOUNCEMENT for our Couch listeners!!! (As it so happens, this was dropped with, “Yeah, go on, let’s tell ‘em” and a nod of the head… so an absolute scoop.) Not only that but also we answer 3 solid questions, thanks to the legends who leave us a SpeakPipe voicemail message (remember: we prioritise your Q if you do this too)! But back to t...
Apr 19, 2018•35 min
Alright, folks! Let’s bring on Episode 167!! Today is all about Buyers' Agents … and when you SHOULDN’T use one! Yep — it might seem a bit strange considering Bryce is one… but we’re going there! And why? Well, we’ve received a couple of questions recently about the cost of a Buyers Agent, and whether or not this represents value for money … So, how much (in $$) is a reasonable Buyers Agent fee? — and WHY exactly do they charge what they do? More importantly, how can you tell if you’re deal...
Apr 12, 2018•43 min
We heard from today’s guest back on Episode 107 , and joining us again is none other than Nicole Faid , Principal and Founder of Accord Conveyancing, who has handed out accurate legal advice for over 25 years! Just a heads up — we covered her awesome back story in that previous episode, so if you want to hear it (and it’s well worth the listen), go back and check it out! And we jump straight into it, folks! So get pumped for the 7 common & COSTLY mistakes you really DON’T want to make… In a ...
Apr 05, 2018•1 hr 4 min
Just a heads up, folks: we’re tackling a couple of serious topics today! Because, not only are we diving into the world of the Banking Royal Commission (and what they do), but we’re also answering a few voicemail messages about how to best service your loan , what to look out for if you considering investing in shares and having a crack at the million dollar question: should you sell or hold?? Yep, Ben will be donning his Chair of PICA hat to address some of these topics, especially when it come...
Mar 29, 2018•49 min
It’s Q & A Day, folks!! Off the back of last night’s webinar, “7 Deadly Sins of Building a Property Portfolio” we’ve got plenty of questions leftover that we reckon is going to help you with ALL THINGS LOANS and INVESTMENT LENDING !!! Before it kicks off though … we’ve got a BIG announcement (well, big news for Bryce!!)… so make sure you keep an ear out! So, we’ve got SIX questions to get through, which will help you in avoiding poor loan structure and more importantly, your planning stage o...
Mar 22, 2018•46 min
We’re going off the cuff today, folks! Yep, there’s been no prep behind this podcast… BUT we guarantee it’s still going to be golden! Why?? It all started (yesterday) when Ben created a little pop quiz for the staff at our company… and his question is: What is the No.1 infrastructure needed to grow property prices? Based on the banter that spread through our office, the answer might also surprise you!! So, let’s drill it down to these two points: How are megacities built? What’s the connection b...
Mar 15, 2018•50 min
We have a couple of treats in store for you today, folks!! Not only is it Q & A Day — we know: it seems like forever since we had one, and we love ‘em!! — we’ve also created A BRAND NEW SEGMENT, which is kicking off on the Couch TODAY . Yep. Think property markets. Think sneak peak. Think data! Actually, speaking of data, joining us for a portion of today’s episode (hint, hint) is Jeremy Sheppard! He’s our other third of LocationScore.com.au and the pioneer of the DSR Formula, which collects...
Mar 08, 2018•58 min
Want to know how to bag an A-grade asset? How about scoring the inside tips Buyers Agents use? If you’re keen to buy property like a pro, today is the show for you! That’s right, folks! We’re getting down to the nitty-gritty of buying… how to nail an auction sale, how not to overspend and how to think like you’ve been in the game for decades. Joining us is Veronica Morgan — you might recognise her from Foxtel’s Lifestyle Channel, Location Location Location Australia in the days of co-hosting wit...
Mar 01, 2018•58 min
We’re getting real on the Couch today, folks. So if you’re in the mood for some solid learning, serious authenticity and a powerful view into what it’s like to be on the chair opposite us, today is YOUR Day! Because in this episode we are introducing a very, very special guest... someone who has personally reached out, sat down and met with one of our advisors…. Karla C. Why? Well, this is where the power of vulnerability comes in……… Full disclosure: We normally avoid mentioning our company, fol...
Feb 22, 2018•1 hr 6 min
Feel Good February is even better with a Feel Good Podcast, folks! So, that’s exactly what we’ve got in store for you today: The episode to get rid of the “mood funk” In other words: it’s a mindset, business success and property story all rolled into one holistic show! If that doesn’t make you feel good, our guest, Emily Hazell of Serotonin Eatery, Exercise and Education will give you fresh tips to get there! To clear any confusion: Serotonin is often referred to as “ The Happiness Hormone.” Emi...
Feb 15, 2018•1 hr
