The world's changing faster than ever, isn't it?

Technology, AI, shifting markets, changing values – sometimes it feels like we can't keep up.

But in a world that never stops changing… there are still some things that never change.

And when it comes to building wealth through property, understanding what doesn't change might be even more important than trying to predict what will.

In today's episode, I explore what really stands the test of time — the principles, habits, and fundamentals that never go out of fashion, even when everything else does.

Hopefully, by the end of today's show, you'll come out with some ideas about how to get some more certainty in these uncertain times.

Takeaways

· Strategic property investors think in 10-year timeframes.

· Optimism leads to better outcomes in life and business.

· Understanding market cycles is crucial for investors.

· Timeless principles of property investment remain unchanged.

· Human behavior drives market trends, influenced by emotions.

· Quality assets in desirable locations outperform others.

· Scarcity and limited supply are key fundamentals.

· Patience and long-term planning are essential for wealth building.

· Strategies over shortcuts are vital for successful investing.

· Having experienced advisors can guide better investment decisions.

Chapters

00:00 Why timeless principles matter more than predictions.

01:42 Long-term thinking beats short-term noise in investing.

04:20 Optimism and mindset shape financial outcomes.

07:10 Major disruptions appear each decade—yet life moves on.

09:40 Bad news is rarely as bad as headlines suggest.

11:20 Market cycles pass, but long-term growth persists.

13:10 Human behaviour drives markets more than data.

14:40 Property fundamentals—location, scarcity, quality—never change.

16:00 Strategy, patience and discipline outperform shortcuts.

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Michael Yardney

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