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On the Ground Craigieburn: Exploring a City within a City What makes Craigieburn feel less like a suburb and more like a city of its own? In this episode, Todd Sloan and founder of InvestorAid, Rohit Gehlot, jump into one of Melbourne's fastest growing pockets to unpack what's really happening on the ground. From the surprising size of the area to the mix of homes and communities inside it, Craigieburn has more layers than most people realise. We explore how its different pockets vary, why prices stretch from the mid $600s through to the multi million range, and what's drawing in waves of first home buyers. With major shopping precincts, schools, parks and strong transport links, Craigieburn is quietly positioning itself as a self contained lifestyle hub. If you're curious about growth potential, how fast properties are moving, or whether this suburb still has room to run, this episode gives you a look behind the curtain without giving everything away. Tune in and see why Craigieburn keeps appearing on investor radars. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: Rohit Gehlot: 👉 👉 https://www.investoraid.com.au/contact-us/ Dawn Fouhy: https://futureproofpropertyadvisory.com.au/ InvestorKit: https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Oliver Cheung: https://www.insighto.com.au/ Jeremy Iannuzzelli: https://www.praediumpartners.com.au/contact Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent."

What's happening in property investing news this week in Australia? It's time to find out! We remove all the fluff to bring a neatly packaged news show, designed to keep you on the ball as an Australian Property Investor. Let's see what's making property news headlines this week in Australia. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈👈 Support our amazing show sponsors: InvestorKit: 👉👉👉 https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Dawn Fouhy: 👉 👉https://www.futureproofpropertyadvisory.com.au Story 1: ATO travel bans hit landlords, business operators in $50b blitz 8 January 2025 Written by: Sophie Foster (News Corp journalist) Link: https://www.realestate.com.au/news/ato-travel-bans-hit-landlords-business-operators-in-50b-blitz/ Story 2: Low-Interest Loan Scheme to expand WA aged care infrastructure 7 January 2026 Written by: Government of WA Link: https://www.wa.gov.au/government/media-statements/Cook%20Labor%20Government/Low-Interest-Loan-Scheme-to-expand-WA-aged-care-infrastructure--20260107 Story 3: Changing law to allow second home on rural land will help housing crisis, head of NSW inquiry says 2 January 2025 Written by: Tony Ibrahim (Multi-platform reporter at the ABC's NSW) Link: https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-01-02/nsw-inquiry-examines-reforms-to-allow-second-homes-on-rural-land/106174822 Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of the Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

The highest performing area in Melbourne and why you DON'T want to buy here now! Is Melbourne's highest performing market actually the best place to buy right now, or not? In this episode, Todd is joined by Steve Ash of Property Strats, and they break down the growing gap between reported data and what is happening on the ground. While the numbers suggest one story, recent sales and valuations reveal another, raising serious questions about timing, pricing, and whether buyers are already paying tomorrow's prices today. The discussion explores why this market may still reward patient, long term holders but could hold back investors chasing faster growth and better cash flow. It also highlights why other Melbourne locations may offer stronger opportunities right now, especially for those looking to scale. This is a must-watch that challenges the headlines and shows why strong performance doesn't always equal a smart entry point for investors. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: Chat with Steve Ash today: 👉👉https://www.propertystrats.com.au/ InvestorKit: https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

$100k Passive income starting in your 40's Ever wondered if it's too late to start building a property portfolio? Whether you're in your 30s, 40s, or 50s, this episode shows you why now might be the perfect time to start. Todd sits down with Arjun Paliwal as they walk us through real-life examples of Aussies building portfolios at different life stages, sharing the mindset shifts, financial strategies, and key moves that make growth possible. Learn how to leverage equity, diversify, and avoid the common traps that hold investors back. If you've been putting off property investing or feel stuck at just one or two properties, this episode will change the way you think. Tune in to uncover the practical steps and insights that could set you up for long term success and discover how to grow your wealth strategically, without relying on luck. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: InvestorKit: 👉 👉https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Gilbert Melgar: https://www.suburbsfinder.com.au/pizza-and-property/ Get in touch with Morgan today go to: https://www.fullcirclefinance.com.au/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent."

What's happening in property investing news this week in Australia? It's time to find out! We remove all the fluff to bring a neatly packaged news show, designed to keep you on the ball as an Australian Property Investor. Let's see what's making property news headlines this week in Australia. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈👈 Support our amazing show sponsors: InvestorKit: 👉👉👉 https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Story 1: Aussie council's controversial ban on household item comes into force today 1 January 2026 Written by: Joe Attanasio (Senior news producer with Yahoo Australia) Link: https://au.news.yahoo.com/aussie-councils-controversial-ban-on-household-item-comes-into-force-today-234006814.html Story 2: ATO, Centrelink, superannuation: All the big money changes coming for Aussies from January 1, 2026 1 January 2026 Written by: Emily Bennett (Producer at 9News) Link: https://www.9news.com.au/national/january-1-2026-changes-australia-cash-mandate-welfare-payment-increase-and-end-of-energy-rebates/3ee6f54c-b827-499b-889d-86acec262250?utm_source=chatgpt.com Story 3: Hundreds Of New Homes In The Inner City 31 Dec 2025 Written by: Premier of Victoria Link: https://www.premier.vic.gov.au/hundreds-new-homes-inner-city Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of the Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

In this episode, Junge Ma, a Senior Research Analyst at InvestorKit, joins Todd Sloan to dive deep into Victoria's housing market. They analyze Reservoir, showcasing its population growth and changing demand. With prices hovering around $600k, they debate if it’s still a viable option for investors or if it’s been overcooked. Tune in for insights on negotiating strategies and the neighborhood’s potential for long-term growth, along with a market snapshot that reveals the nuances of investing in this gentrifying suburb.

Join Raj Sarin, a property investor and mortgage broker, who built a $12 million portfolio after an unconventional childhood aboard a container ship. He shares how early experiences ingrained a unique perspective on finance and property. Discover how his early setbacks taught him to navigate market cycles and leverage equity. Raj discusses strategies like short-stay rentals, debt recycling, and maximizing property yields. His journey emphasizes the importance of persistence, adaptability, and setting actionable goals for aspiring investors.

Dawn Fouhy, a property investor and founder of Future Proof Property Advisory, joins Todd Sloan to unpack the often misunderstood realm of superannuation and SMSF property investing. They delve into how your super contributions can affect borrowing power and explore the pros and cons of buying property within an SMSF. Dawn emphasizes the importance of liquidity, the risks of poor property choices, and why seeking professional advice is crucial. She also provides practical guidance on super balance myths and the costs associated with managing an SMSF.

Is Bendigo set for Serious Growth in 2026? On the ground! Is Bendigo becoming one of Victoria's most competitive regional markets? In this episode, Todd and Oliver Jackson tour the town from Napier Street to California Gully, breaking down its gold rush roots, fast moving sub $650k market, and the surge of investor interest shaping today's demand. They explore Bendigo's sharply contrasting suburbs, the impact of major projects like the hospital and arts precinct, and why on the ground knowledge matters, whether it's spotting flood zones, tricky neighbouring properties, or genuine value add sites. With real subdivided property examples, this episode highlights where opportunities lie and what investors should watch closely across regional Victoria. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈 Get in touch with our amazing episode contributors & sponsors: Oliver Jackson: 👉👉👉https://www.livingproperty.com.au/ InvestorKit: https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Chat with Steve Ash today: https://www.propertystrats.com.au/ Rob Flux: https://developernetwork.com.au/events Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.

What's happening in property investing news this week in Australia? It's time to find out! We remove all the fluff to bring a neatly packaged news show, designed to keep you on the ball as an Australian Property Investor. Let's see what's making property news headlines this week in Australia. 🍕🏠 We want to hear your investor story! So if you've experienced something that you know other investors can learn a thing or two from, click the link below and let us know. 🍕🏠 👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/investor-story 👈 If you'd like to be flown into the Pizza & Property Studio, put up for a night's accommodation, have dinner with Todd Sloan, and have a team of carefully chosen property investing experts help you get unstuck, click the link below and tell us why you're stuck, and you could be our next UN-Stuck Yourself winner! 👉👉 https://pizzaandproperty.com.au/unstuck-yourself 👈👈 Support our amazing show sponsors: Rob Flux: 👉👉👉https://developernetwork.com.au/events InvestorKit: 👉👉👉 https://www.investorkit.com.au/ Story 1: Developers, land tax to pay for SRL as $6.7b contract locked in Written by: Patrick Hatch (transport reporter at The Age) & Kieran Rooney (Victorian state political reporter at The Age) Link: https://www.theage.com.au/national/victoria/developers-land-tax-to-pay-for-srl-as-6-7b-contract-locked-in-20251218-p5nop6.html Story 2: Consultation opens on Draft Short Stay Levy Bill 2025 Written by: Written by: Eric Abetz, Treasurer - Premier of Tasmania Link: https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/latest-news/2025/december/consultation-opens-on-draft-short-stay-levy-bill-2025?utm_source=miragenews&utm_medium=miragenews&utm_campaign=news Story 3: West Gate Tunnel now open Written by: Kody Cook (Editor at Infrastructure Magazine) Link: https://infrastructuremagazine.com.au/west-gate-tunnel-now-open/ Want more help understanding how to buy property faster and for less? Get your copy of Todd Sloan's book today: Booktopia: https://www.booktopia.com.au/australia-s-home-buying-guide-todd-sloan/book/9780648980490.html?source=pla&zsrc=go-nz-allstock&gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6f55Kw-l0pKCn0DMNj0TND2qN863sQQR56p98sXAjOUgBQSpwDDQ0waAtLsEALw_wcB Dymocks: https://www.dymocks.com.au/book/australias-home-buying-guide-by-todd-sloan-9780648980490?gclid=Cj0KCQjwnJaKBhDgARIsAHmvz6etuq25nQ2CSirN8z-UHAIshbp5MxeuD7ECMvs5Oghg2Pab34Fyl0QaAuQhEALw_wcB YouTube Pizza & Property: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCgXX6ibW7WEFbWkf-jslDvQ?view_as=subscriber Facebook Pizza & Property: https://www.facebook.com/Pizza-and-Property-2111096335696398/?modal=admin_todo_tour ASK YOUR LISTENER QUESTION BY VISITING THE WEBSITE BELOW Website: https://www.pizzaandproperty.com/ Disclaimer: All discussions are general in nature and should never be considered financial advice, please seek your own professional financial advice. The content displayed on the website, podcast, and blog is the intellectual property of the Pizza and Property. You may not reuse, republish, or reprint such content without our written consent.