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The property strategy driving $7.5m in just 3 years

Nov 18, 2025
Paul Mollica, principal property strategist at Wealthkey Property and former financial planner, discusses the shift from financial advice to data-driven property investment. He reveals how his strategies have built a $7.5 million portfolio in just three years, emphasizing the value of leveraging property over traditional assets. Mollica criticizes overregulation that hinders accessible financial advice and highlights buying in optimal locations as key to success. He also underscores the importance of collaborative teamwork among advisors to optimize client outcomes.
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INSIGHT

Regulation Creates A Property Blind Spot

  • Financial planners often give myopic advice because regulation and product-centred rules limit property guidance.
  • Paul Mollica argues this blind spot causes many Australians to miss major wealth-building opportunities using leverage in property.
ANECDOTE

Restarting A Portfolio With SMSF Property

  • After starting an SMSF and buying property Paul restarted his portfolio later in life and accelerated growth through leverage.
  • He says controlling a million dollars of property beat holding volatile $300k shares for his retirement goals.
INSIGHT

Leverage Amplifies Capital Returns

  • Buying the right property can turn a cash-negative holding into cash-neutral within a few years through rent growth and capital appreciation.
  • Mollica highlights leverage multiplies capital returns compared with holding small amounts in shares.
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