From cities to regions: How this investor built a $10m portfolio across 4 states

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant sits down with Ben Plohl to explore the rising appeal of regional property investment.

With a $10 million portfolio across four states, seasoned investor and buyer’s agent Ben has leveraged his background as a chartered accountant to analyse economic trends and identify growth areas.

He highlights cities like Albury-Wodonga, Toowoomba, Geelong, Newcastle, and Wagga Wagga as top regional investment picks for 2025 due to their strong infrastructure, diverse economies, and low vacancy rates.

Ben said investors should educate themselves and understand local markets, economic diversity, and strategic planning when investing outside capital cities, giving them all the tools they need to make their next investment.

The duo then reflects on a broader trend of shifting focus from expensive metros to high-potential regional areas, with government support and growing affordability issues in cities fuelling the shift. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.