Equity Mates Investing Podcast Buffett's latest 30-bagger, 3 ways to boost your Superannuation & the basics of rent-vesting
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Sep 24, 2025 Sam Gordon, founder of Australian Property Scout and a property investment expert, shares his insights on rent-vesting, a strategy that allows renters to invest in property without purchasing a primary residence. He discusses how to navigate the current Australian property market with realistic budgets and emphasizes prioritizing growth over cash flow to build equity quickly. Additionally, the conversation dives into recent government schemes that can aid in property investments, along with an impressive 39x return on Warren Buffett's BYD investment.
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Buffett's BYD Win Shows Long-Term Compounding
- Berkshire's 2008 BYD stake turned $230M into $9B, a 39-bagger, illustrating long-term compounding power.
- Buffett also could've held for a 59-bagger today, showing the value of patience and backing great managers.
BOJ's ETF Buying Became A Massive Market Force
- The Bank of Japan accumulated $537B in ETFs to fight deflation, becoming the top shareholder in many Japanese companies.
- They plan to unwind slowly over decades to avoid market disruption and preserve gains.
Use Concessional Caps And Carry-Forwards
- Use concessional contributions up to the $30,000 cap to get 15% tax treatment on pre-tax contributions.
- If you missed prior years, use carry-forward concessional caps from the last five years to catch up.