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Wealth Coffee Chats

Looking for a daily update on creating the wealth of your dreams? Do you want property investment explained in a simple language? Do you want to learn it whilst sipping on your coffee? Then you’re in the right place! Join me for a daily coffee and chat about all things wealth. With a strong focus on real estate wealth, you’ll cut through the confusion and overwhelm that stops most people in their investment tracks. For the live edition of the episode, where I can answer your questions live, join me on Facebook
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Episodes

Real Estate Resolutions: These 4 Strategies Could Level up Your Property Investment Income

In this video Jason Whitton from Positive Real Estate introduces us to the 4 (or 5) WOWs, or Weapons of Wealth, that property investors can employ right now into their investment strategies to help generate massive returns. Is it possible to start earning 6 figure sums from your investments, completely tax free? Well, let’s wealth coffee chat!

Dec 23, 202420 minEp. 775

Real Estate Resolutions: The 4 things you must master to build your property portfolio - Goals, Strategy, Tactics and Structure

What is it that you want from property investing? Don’t overthink it. For most of us it’s the ability to generate passive income alongside our regular pay. In this video Jason Whitton breaks down the 4 aspects of property investing that every investor needs to master before they set off on their journey towards their dream income. What are they? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Dec 16, 202420 minEp. 774

The top 5 things property owners need to be aware of in 2025

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cass Sjostedt from R&W Plus reflects on the key learnings from 2024 in property management. He covers the importance of a marketing strategy, tenant selection, entry condition reports, rent review processes and the necessity of landlords insurance. What are the things that YOU should be taking with you into 2025? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat.

Dec 11, 202413 minEp. 772

The Per Square Metre price of property is rising. Here’s why

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason Whitton walks us through the eye-opening new trend of second hand properties selling for $20,000 per sqm. If that’s the case, is it better to buy off the plan? What’s driving this new wave of property values? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Dec 10, 202416 minEp. 771

What will mortgage lending look like in 2025 How to set finance goals.

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Damien Hauser, a lending specialist for Positive Money, reflects on the state of real estate finance in 2024. How did your 2024 go, financially? It’s time to reflect on your goals, to consider the impact of inflation and evaluate if you've achieved everything you’ve wanted to accomplish this year. What does 2025 look like for property lending? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Dec 06, 202414 minEp. 770

The Essential Guide to Landlord's Insurance

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cass Sjostedt from R&W Plus discusses the importance of landlord's insurance, exploring its necessity, coverage details and the implications of not having it. Cass shares with us personal experiences and insights from his 13 years in property management, emphasizing the need for landlords to be aware of their insurance policies and the potential financial risks involved in property investment without adequate coverage. Want to know more? Let’s Wealth C...

Dec 03, 202413 minEp. 769

Buy well, don’t sell. Boost your property investments with these unique tax strategies.

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats Jason is joined by Andy Fenton, Director of Fenton Financial and one of Australia’s best professional business minds. Andy and Jason break down the ways that property investors can start to use both their business structures and their tax structures in unique ways to boost the efficiency of their investments long term. Is this something you could take advantage of? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Dec 02, 202421 minEp. 768

Fewer Australians are buying investment properties. Here’s why that’s bad news.

As changes to lending and property values begin excluding more and more everyday Australians from owning an investment property, real estate is slowly moving into the hands of the mega wealthy. This means fewer and fewer young Australians are buying their own home. What will be the effect of this years from now? Is there anything we can do to help? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Dec 01, 202418 minEp. 767

When It Comes to Property Investing, What Are Land Loans?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chat, Cang Dang from Positive Money discusses the latest updates on interest rate predictions, the intricacies of land loans, and strategies for land banking. He emphasizes the importance of understanding tax implications for land purchases and encourages self-employed individuals to prepare their financial documents for 2024 to maximize borrowing potential. Want to know more? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 29, 202411 minEp. 766

Quality Tenants or Problematic Tenants? Which One Do You Want?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cass Sjostedt from R&W Plus discusses the critical differences between quality and problematic tenancies. He shares insights from recent conversations with property owners, emphasizing the importance of tenant selection, communication, and market trends. Want to know more? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 27, 202414 minEp. 764

The 3 Things That Could Trap Your Wealth if You’re a Property Investor.

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason explains the 3 biggest traps of wealth for property investors: Equity, Structures and Wealth Transference. Without proper planning, in the end, your wealth gets scooped up by the government and you could be left with very little. Want to know more? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat.

Nov 26, 202421 minEp. 763

The Price Is Not the Cost - How to Find the Best Value House Construction Projects

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason Whitton walks us through the unseen costs of building projects and teaches you the ways to work out how to find the best deal for your construction project. Will 2024’s property market drivers be enough to affect building your own investment property from scratch? Let’s Coffee Chat!

Nov 25, 202421 minEp. 762

Buying Property Under Your Personal Name or a Trust. What’s the Difference?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cang Dang from Positive Money discusses strategies for purchasing investment properties under personal names and trusts. Cang walks us through how to maximize borrowing capacity, the benefits of using trusts and the importance of planning for future investments. Where do we start? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 22, 202411 minEp. 761

Should You Airbnb Your Investment Property? What You Need to Know

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cass Sjostedt discusses the intricacies of managing short-stay investment properties, particularly through platforms like Airbnb. He shares insights on revenue projections, setup costs, ramp-up periods, and the importance of understanding local regulations. The conversation emphasizes the need for a strategic approach to short-stay rentals, including the potential for increased revenue and the challenges that come with it. Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 20, 202415 minEp. 760

Interest Rates, Investment Strategies and Financial Opportunities in Real Estate

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cang Dang from Positive Money discusses the current state of interest rates, particularly the recent drop in variable rates by NAB and emphasizes the importance of being prepared for investment opportunities. Cang walks us through the significance of understanding income servicing and borrowing capacity, the choice of entity for property purchases and the impact of deposit sources on loan approval. Are you ready for more? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 15, 202414 minEp. 759

This one mistake cost an investor $16k and it could happen to you too.

In this Wealth Coffee chat, Cass Sjostedt discusses the critical aspects of property management, focusing on a case study where an investor lost $16.5K due to ineffective leasing strategies. He emphasizes the importance of the three P's: Price, Presentation, and Promotion, and introduces a fourth P: Property Manager. How important is a great property manager? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 13, 202413 minEp. 758

How Far Away Are Interest Rate Cuts In Australia?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cang Dang from Positive Money discusses the current state of interest rates, the impact of APRA guidelines on borrowing and the evolving landscape of tax assessments and lending practices. He emphasizes the importance of communication between borrowers and lenders, especially in light of potential interest rate cuts and the challenges faced in the mortgage approval process. Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 08, 202418 minEp. 757

Navigating the Tax Landscape in Property Investment

In this Wealth Coffee Chat, Anthony Wolfenden and Daniel McPherson discuss the evolving landscape of taxes and government levies affecting property investment in Australia. They focus on the incentives and costs imposed by state and local governments, particularly in Victoria, and the implications for investors. Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 06, 202414 minEp. 756

Investing vs Trading vs Gambling: What’s the difference?

Property investment isn’t a quick fix and should never be akin to gambling; investment is a marathon, not a sprint. In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason breaks down in detail the differences between investment, trading and gambling, to show everyone that rolling the dice with your future is not the way to build your wealth. Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Nov 04, 202417 minEp. 755

How much does Lenders Mortgage Insurance really add to a home loan?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cang Dang from Positive Money discusses the current state of the market, focusing on inflation rates and their potential impact on interest rates. He delves into the costs associated with Lenders Mortgage Insurance (LMI) when purchasing property, explaining how it varies based on loan-to-value ratios. Cang also walks you through the strategies for waiving mortgage insurance, including professional exemptions and government schemes, while emphasizing the im...

Nov 01, 202410 minEp. 753

Inflation is down and no changes to negative gearing are planned. Now what do you do?

In this unique episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason Whitton walks us through the latest real estate news and how that will affect investors in Australia: predicted rate cuts will boost property values, negative gearing will ensure a healthier market and supply will continue to be an issue. What does this mean for you? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Oct 31, 202420 minEp. 752

How much has rent grown in 2024? The 2024 Rent Market Update

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Cass Sjostedt from R&W Plus walks us through the market update for 2024: what does the rental market look like? Sydney, Brisbane, Perth and especially Adelaide has shown significant growth. Has the rent on your rental properties grown in value over the last 12 months? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat.

Oct 30, 202414 minEp. 751

Is your financial situation sorted for when you’re gone? Live Love Legacy

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason introduces the idea of ‘Live Love Legacy’, that is, the simple and effective things we can do to ensure that our wealth creation is passed on to our loved ones and our retirement is fruitful. When is the best time to start planning all this? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Oct 28, 202415 minEp. 750

What Is Negative Gearing And How Does It Work?

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Positive Money’s Cang Dang discusses recent developments in the Victorian property market, including a new stamp duty concession for off-the-plan properties. Cang delves into the concept of negative gearing, explaining how it can help investors save on taxes. Lastly we cover the implications of purchasing property under a personal name versus a trust, highlighting the benefits and drawbacks of each approach.

Oct 25, 20248 minEp. 749

Has Capital Growth Ground To A Halt? Where You Need To Invest Next

Welcome to Wealth Coffee Chats! In this episode Jason Whitton walks us through what’s happening right now in the Australian property market, the hype surrounding WA, QLD and Melbourne, and where the next capital growth boom will take place. Where you do you think you should invest next? Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Oct 24, 202425 minEp. 748

Pet Bonds for your rental. Is that a thing? What you need to know

So, are ‘Pet Bonds’ an actual thing? In this episode, Cass Sjostedt discusses the complexities surrounding pet bonds in property management, particularly in Australia. He emphasizes the legalities, tenant responsibilities, and the importance of communication between landlords and tenants. Cass also covers the necessity of landlord insurance to protect against potential pet damage, and the proper procedures for handling pet applications. Let’s Wealth Coffee Chat!

Oct 23, 202416 minEp. 747

Where Is the Property Market Going? Market Update for 2025

In this episode of Wealth Coffee Chats, Jason Whitton and Dr. Andrew Wilson discuss the current state of the Australian property market, including insights on interest rates, housing trends, and economic factors influencing real estate investing. They explore the implications of falling inflation, the potential for interest rate cuts, and the dynamics of various housing markets across Australia. The conversation also touches on the challenges of supply in the housing sector and the impact of mig...

Oct 21, 202419 minEp. 746
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