It’s our final episode for the year and folks, we’ve saved one absolutely inspirational tale to finish 2023. As a hint of what’s to come, today’s articulate Summer Series guest invested $500 into Westpac shares at the age of 10. While this one action already sets him aside, Bailey isn’t special just because of his remarkable approach to investing but because of one skill that, as described by Ben, is “one of the greatest skills to learn in life”. Tune into this fascinating episode to find out wh...
Dec 28, 2023•1 hr 8 min
It’s no secret that maintaining a multi-property portfolio in a high-interest environment is hard. Now add in a difficult divorce and raising two teenagers in the most expensive phase of their lives and well... You have the incredibly motivational and heart-warming story of Lesia, this week’s brilliant Summer Series guest. From her initial plan to own 10 properties (yep...things really have changed since the times where “he who dies with the most properties wins!") to the revolving door of ...
Dec 21, 2023•1 hr 15 min
This week’s episode is about many things... 💎 The boundless rewards that come from delayed gratification, 📚 The enlightening power of financial empowerment, and... 🧑🌾 Getting out of your comfort zone by heading to the outback. Meet Amy, today’s brave and resourceful Summer Series guest! Growing up with “tangible money values”, Amy would spend her early 20’s prioritising life experiences over financial gain until the age of 26 when she made 1 life-changing decision... This would completely c...
Dec 14, 2023•51 min
Folks, today marks the FIRST episode of our much anticipated 2023/24 Summer Series! We’re extraordinarily excited to sit down with some amazing listeners and dig into their money story, explore the steps they took to build their property portfolios and ultimately unpack the intriguing question (which is also the theme of this series...) “What does money mean to YOU?” As our 6th Summer Series, we’re spending this season digging deep into the psyche of the investor, understanding what motivates us...
Dec 07, 2023•1 hr 3 min
Welcome to the final Economic and RBA report for this year! In this edition, Ben delves into crucial topics: Has the US concluded its Interest Rate tightening cycle? Unpacking the Governor’s recent slide deck on inflation and the signals outlining the problem. In the extensive property update, Ben recaps the 2023 Property Market and shares initial insights on the t en Macro forces shaping different property markets in 2024. Stay tuned for this at the end of the update! And folks, anticipate more...
Dec 05, 2023•1 hr 13 min
Folks, as the LAST episode for 2023 before we kick off our inspiring 2023/24 Summer Series, we’re focusing on a question that looks at the heart of what we do (and not just as a podcast but through our advisory business ): What Does Money Mean To YOU!? To properly dig into this question, we’re unpacking the psyche of the investor through one of America’s greatest psychologists and combining it with data from THOUSANDS of respondents to explore... 👉 The #2 biggest reasons that investors seek mon...
Nov 30, 2023•1 hr 14 min
Please Note: This episode is a re-run. The original air date was on February 16, 2017. 😊 In our FINAL bonus episode for 2023, we’re replaying an awesome episode with one of Bryce’s all-time property-investing heroes... Jan Somers! She is an incredibly humble housewife who is the author of 4 bestselling property books and is a successful property investor and educator extraordinaire. With her property portfolio spanning more than 40 years, we follow Jan’s motivational story from her first ventur...
Nov 28, 2023•1 hr 8 min
What are the best auction strategies for buyers when the hammer drops? Why should buyers use “Courageously Uncomfortable” reserve prices? And who do auctioneers really work for?? Folks, these are just a few of the big questions we’re tackling today in an episode that’s all about the art of auctioning in Australia. Here to shed expert intel into this world is Justin Nickerson, Director of Apollo Auctions, the largest auctioneering business in Australasia, and the only Australian to win the Austra...
Nov 23, 2023•2 hr 33 min
In this week’s bonus episode, we’re back with Part 2 of Bryce's appearance on the Parenthood Podcast featuring its Founder and Host, Leonie Akhidenor. Continuing last week’s theme, Bryce and Leonie are unpacking how new parents can get onto the property ladder despite today's high-interest rates and heated property market. They’ll be exploring Bryce's fail-proof money management system, deep diving into how folks can use this to manage their money in 10 minutes a month and unpacki...
Nov 21, 2023•25 min
In this week’s episode, we’re back with our final Throwback Thursday episode focusing on our last. three foundational pillars from our Four Pillars of Property Investing Mastery! Folks, these pillars are absolutely critical for anyone wanting to build a stable property portfolio which is why we’re revisiting and unpacking these concepts with today’s market conditions. We’ll be covering... ⚡ Ep 4. Borrowing Power: How to smash glass ceilings, why finance is like a game of chess and the top #3 sol...
Nov 16, 2023•1 hr 9 min
The transition into parenthood can be a difficult one with new priorities, greater expenses and less free time. During this time, it’s no surprise that many parents start to search for security through that forever family home, however, with today’s tumultuous economy, high interest rates and heated property market, it's no surprise that new parents are wondering how and if it’s even possible. In today’s bonus episode – originally recorded by Parenting Podcast - Bryce sits down with Leonie ...
Nov 14, 2023•24 min
Folks, it’s time to strap your seatbelts in and tighten your property investing hats because in today’s episode, we’re doing our own Back to the Future with our first-ever Throwback Thursday!! 🔮 We’re revisiting our best property investing strategies and theories from aaallll the way back in 2015 and asking... Are they still relevant today?!? We’ll be unpacking (Yep, that's still a favourite word of ours today 😉): 🛠️ Ep 1. We Fix Bad Property Investment Advice: The two most common regret...
Nov 08, 2023•1 hr 15 min
Hey folks, it's that time again for our Monthly Economic and RBA update! This time around, Ben got his sight set on a few key things: RBA's November Board Meeting: We've all been eagerly waiting to see if the RBA is going to hike the cash rate again. This could mark the 13th time they've done it in this upward cycle. Find out more in this episode! Inflation Rant: Hold onto your hats because Ben got a bit of a rant brewing about inflation. Property Market Scoop: Of course, las...
Nov 06, 2023•1 hr 10 min
With today’s geopolitical tensions and growing inflation uncertainty, how is Australia’s commercial, construction and property sectors faring? Plus, what can we expect from next week’s cash rate decision and why has this instrument been so ineffective in stopping inflation?! Their big questions folks and luckily, here to help us unpack them is Nerida Conisbee, our good friend and Chief Economist at Ray White! Nerida is a leading property expert who sits as the Chair of the Construction Forecasti...
Nov 01, 2023•1 hr 4 min
We’ve all heard the misconceptions about property investors – how they’re often painted as greedy landlords who love raising rents and spend their time swimming in a mountain of cash. In this bonus episode - originally recorded for the Real Talk podcast (aka the realestate.com.au podcast) - we debunk some of the popular myths around property investment! Hosted by Alice Piper, this episode features our very own Bryce Holdaway, as well as senior PropTrack economist Paul Ryan. Before joining REA in...
Oct 31, 2023•29 min
Do you know what the number one trap is when it comes to money? We’re not all playing the same game! What does this mean? In their 20+ years in the industry, Bryce & Ben often come across a common theme which is… “ My friend/family invested in property via that strategy/location and was really successful, so I decided to do the same thing. ” We might all have the same destination but bear in mind that how we get to this destination is different for everyone! In this mini bonus episode, Bryce...
Oct 24, 2023•15 min
We’ve always said that property investing is a process, not an event but how does one successfully match this process with ongoing family, life AND travel goals to achieve it all?!? 🏡🌟 Folks, in today’s episode, we’re revealing how it’s possible through two real-life case studies! In our first case study, "Scratching the Itch”, we’re exploring how a young family who is looking to spend a memorable year travelling with their young ones can achieve this while continuing to work towards buyi...
Oct 19, 2023•1 hr 9 min
Want to hear how six very different people — that’s different ages, different incomes, different incomes and different demographics — ALL managed to build a multimillion-dollar property portfolio that creates $2,000 a week in passive income? Yep. They each hit that magical figure of $2K per week in passive income! So… how’d they do it?! Psst.. for a FULL breakdown into all the numbers and property portfolio builds for each case study, please pick up your FREE physical copy of The Armchair Guide ...
Oct 17, 2023•32 min
Many investors can’t seem to move beyond owning 2-properties due to limited borrowing power or equity, so why don’t more people turn to Self-Manager Super Funds (SMSFs) as an answer? Folks, this is just ONE of the enlightening questions from today’s enormous Q&A episode which has a bit of gold for every property investor, no matter what stage you are at on your property journey. From the ultimate pros and cons list of SMSFs to revealing the true long-term advantages of owner-occupier appeal ...
Oct 12, 2023•1 hr 11 min
We’ve NEVER spoken about these investment strategies publicly before… but right now going through ALL 18 of our tried and tested investment strategies! And in case you’re wondering… YES!... we use these investment strategies every single day when work with our clients! Basically, each of them can be a powerful standalone strategy, but they can also be interlinked and intertwined depending on which pathway you choose. Here’s the deal… Our 18 strategies each fit into one of these four categories: ...
Oct 10, 2023•38 min
With today’s property and economic conditions in mind, we’re back with a massive Q&A Day that’s focused on how to maximise your savings. Tune in to hear: Are property managers really worth it?! We’re giving you the unfiltered pros and cons of managing tenants, insurance, taxes and more (Basically we’re unpacking exactly what goes on behind the scenes!) If you renovate your Principal Place of Residence (PPOR) can it be considered tax-deductible when you turn it into an investment property?! W...
Oct 05, 2023•1 hr 8 min
Hey folks, amidst all the economic chatter making headlines in Australia, we're diving into our October RBA update. Got a ton to chat about, and of course, Ben's back to give us the lowdown. In this October catch-up, here's what we're chatting about: Inflation: Just a quick phase or are we in it for the long haul? All things property: Let's really get into what's going on with market supply. And to wrap things up, Ben's got a lesson on behavioral economics that...
Oct 03, 2023•56 min
In this episode you’re about to discover the Five Types of property investors… … the question is: which one are you?! Here’s the deal… depending on your level of risk, the amount of time you have (and the amount of time you want to sacrifice), your current cashflow position and borrowing power, how long you want to be in the market AND your overall “Why” when it comes to property investing, you will fall into one of either five categories… Active Worker Active Weekend Worker Active Manager Passi...
Oct 03, 2023•24 min
The sad truth is…some property investors NEVER reach financial freedom. Why is this?! Well, after 20+ years of observation, and helping thousands of property investors undergo life-changing mental and financial transformations, we can pinpoint it to just 5 reasons. Can you guess them?! (We think they might surprise you…. Reason #1: T_M_ Reason #2: V_ _U_ Reason #3: F_T Reason #4: A_T_O_ _T_ Reason #5: A_ _I_A_CE We consider this framework to be just like an onion because we’re peeling back the d...
Sep 28, 2023•2 hr 34 min
So, what makes for the RIGHT investment property… and how do you pick it? Well, let’s be honest… most of us can’t tick all the boxes on our property wish-list. We’d like to, sure, but often this isn’t an accurate depiction of reality. We can’t all afford the best house in the best street in a blue-chip, capital-growth-centric location every time we invest in property! So, chances are you’ve had, or will have, a conversation about what you might have to compromise in the buying process. … And thi...
Sep 26, 2023•22 min
What will a post-covid-Australia world look like? 🌎 What trends can be predicted with Australia’s greatest migration in history currently ongoing? And yet, why is today’s skill shortage here to stay? Meanwhile, in property, why do we think we’re headed towards the roaring 30s and 40s? Folks this is just a SNIPPET of the questions we’re asking our favourite German-accented data expert. Can you guess who it is?? 😉 Returning to The Property Couch after over 100 episodes is our favourite data demo...
Sep 21, 2023•2 hr 38 min
Not all properties are created equal. And there is a specific reason for this – what we like to call “The Psychology Behind The Price”. And this has EVERYTHING to do with human interest and human behaviour – something that can indeed be measured and, almost always, stays exactly the same… no matter who you are or where you live. Here’s the deal… there are two “types” of properties – Investment Grade and Investment Stock . And most investors are often tricked into thinking – or falsely assume – t...
Sep 19, 2023•24 min
With today’s tightening rate cycle, it’s no surprise that many folks are refocusing and replanning their lending strategies to secure their cash flows. That's why, in this week’s episode we’re honouring those folks who are focusing on a “prevention rather than a cure” (and encouraging others to get on board!) by unpacking 4 REAL mortgage stories from our own brokers covering: 👉 Refinancing before maternity leave with a history of health complications, 👉 Navigating cash flow challenges as ...
Sep 14, 2023•2 hr 31 min
If there’s just one framework you should focus your attention on if you want to be a successful property investor… please make it this one! Folks, in today’s episode we’re revealing THE Property Investment Formula you need, not just in your toolkit, but also what you must implement if you want to build a multimillion-dollar property portfolio that creates a passive income for yourself and your loved ones! Our Property Investment Formula is made up of FOUR critical elements – what we call our our...
Sep 12, 2023•27 min
As new property listings surge higher and the housing market continues to recover post-COVID, how can we solve Australia's growing demand for property in the capital cities? Here to help us tackle this giant question that pierces the heart of one of Australia’s biggest upcoming issues, we’re introducing an exceptional, first-time guest to the show... Welcome Paul Ryan, REA Economist and Specialist in Housing Finance, Market Forecasting and Big Data Analysis! Before joining REA in late 2020,...
Sep 07, 2023•1 hr 29 min
