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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast 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•Transcript available on Metacast As spring paints the town with color, it's time for our September Economic and RBA commentary update - where the economic scene keeps on shifting. T his month, we're getting into the nitty-gritty of a few key topics. Hang out with Ben as he unpacks the RBA's latest moves. In today's RBA update, here are the main things we're diving into: Checking out how China's economic slowdown might mess with Aussie interest rates. Giving a shout-out to our outgoing RBA Governor,...
Sep 05, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Transcript available on Metacast Have you ever wondered how to accelerate your wealth position without having to risk everything? If so, we have something very important to tell you in this episode that – let’s be real here – a lot of folks don’t actually know about. Property Investors actually have a Superpower…. and that Superpower is LEVERAGE. But it gets even better than that. Because if you add this superpower with another one – “The Compound Effect” – you’ll be sitting very pretty indeed! And these two fundamentals of inv...
Sep 05, 2023•19 min•Transcript available on Metacast Want to know what areas are booming with new listings? Or when the market tide will turn? Or even, how real estate agents accurately research and predict market trends? Well folks, returning to The Couch for the FIFTH time (Yep. We seriously can’t get enough of this awesome guest!!): CoreLogic’s Research Director, Tim Lawless! He is one of Australia’s leading property market analysts and commentators who also heads a team of analysts in Australia and New Zealand. Together with his team, he provi...
Aug 31, 2023•1 hr 8 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Cheat?” By this we mean… How to “Fast Track” The Property Game by getting the PROVEN method from the get-go. In all honesty… if you’re looking to “rig” the system or are chasing a “Get Rich Quick” scheme you’re likely not going to succeed in property investing… especially over the long term. That said, there IS a simple 5-Step framework to follow that will make your property investing experience a whole lot easier and much more fruitful… which, of course, we’re unpacking in today’s episode! Plu...
Aug 29, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast Folks... We’re going to be honest with you. This episode took us 4 years (and countless emails) to land, and that’s because today’s super special guest is none other than the famous... CHRIS VOSS , former FBI hostage negotiator and author of the book Never Split the Difference ! He has had a jaw-dropping, movie-worthy career working for the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) that spans 24 years. Across this time, he has worked in roles such as the Lead International Kidnapping Negotiator and ...
Aug 24, 2023•1 hr 21 min•Transcript available on Metacast The process of building wealth is like operating a bulldozer… What do we mean by that? Well, a bulldozer comes with a few levers that you’ll need to push and pull to make sure that it’s doing what it’s meant to do. Likewise, when it comes to building your property portfolio, there are “Four Foundational Levers” that you’ll need to adjust to achieve your own specific and unique end goal. …And the faster you can adjust each of these levers, the quicker you’ll get to your goal. To put this into per...
Aug 22, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast Want to know the hottest upcoming markets as we round off 2023? Or why the housing market is actually just like...a Waterwheel?!? Yep. It’s that time of year again folks! We’re sitting down to unpack everything we've seen in 2023 so far, why we’re seeing it, and how you can end your year on a high thanks to our Mid-Year Property Outlook! From where the cash rate landed (Were our predictions right??) to our forecasts for property prices and the biggest reasons why you shouldn’t be focusing o...
Aug 17, 2023•1 hr 23 min•Transcript available on Metacast Are you curious about the ONE single factor that distinguishes a thriving property investor from one facing financial challenges? Knowledge! Well, to take that one step further… it is actually the RIGHT knowledge! Imagine the possibilities if you were already equipped with the knowledge to triumph in The Game of Property Investing. In this episode, the beginning of an exciting ten-part mini-series extracted from our acclaimed bestseller, 'The Armchair Guide to Property Investing: How to Ret...
Aug 15, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast As winter comes to an end so too does our phenomenal 2023 Winter Series, but you can be sure folks, we’re ending it with a bang! This week we’re sitting down with an investor whose childhood was characterised by sacrifice, determination and good money habits... Tune in now to hear how this moulded the person she’s become, from growing up in a low socioeconomic area to buying her first investment property... just before travelling the globe?!? Yep. Jodi’s story is one that will have you guessing ...
Aug 10, 2023•1 hr•Transcript available on Metacast What would you do if a life-altering event inspired you to shift gears, prompting you to build a multi-million-dollar property portfolio? Enter Tom Dekker, a TPC listener with one amazing story to share! Tune in as we dive into his inspirational tale, kicking off with his conservative upbringing leading to his experiences within the property industry from engaging Buyers Agents to becoming a landlord - especially amidst interest rate spikes and rent increases. And of course, we’re covering ALL t...
Aug 03, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Transcript available on Metacast Another month down and yet another close call by the RBA ! Welcome back to Ben’s RBA and Economic Update. Join Ben as he unpacks the RBA's latest decision. He delves into the impact of rising interest rates in the US and the intricacies of the woes happening in the home-building landscape. Additionally, he provides in-depth insights into the latest property market updates, offering a comprehensive view of the evolving industry. Tune in to stay updated on the latest market developments and g...
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