Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group

On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Steve Waters, founder and director of Right Property Group, to run their eyes over some of the top stories currently trending online on Smart Property Investment. Highlighting the leading headlines dominating the industry, they lend their insights on what they all mean; unpacking subtle gentrification and its market impacts, the importance of social housing and what’s going on in the Melbourne market. In this episode, you will hear about: How inflationary pressures will impact the industry Why now is a good time to be investing in property “Micro-capitals” and their draw for investors

While headlines are filled with narratives of the property boom now in the rearview mirror, investors are advised not to listen to the Chicken Littles proclaiming that the real estate market is in freefall mode without accurate justification. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar and Phil Tarrant put a magnifying glass on the negative forecasts for the property market and give their insights as to why the prospects are not all doom and gloom for investors. As investors brace for several headwinds, including higher interest rates, potential property policy changes in the wake of the election, and other changes in the fundamental dynamics, the trio gives their best tips on how to prepare for shifts in the market. They also emphasise that there is no wrong time to enter the market and that true “investors” will not just chase market highs but seize opportunities for growth.

In this episode, Steve Waters & Victor Kumar talk about “burying your head in the sand”, a behaviour of many people regardless of what the issue may be. Life gets hard, curveballs are thrown, you make a poor choice, etc. Pretending whatever isn't happening, aka burying your head in the sand, will not solve it, and usually makes the situation worse. Life will give you lemons and how you receive and respond to those lemons will impact you, in either a positive or negative way. It is of greater benefit to be proactive rather than reactive. Easy to say when the media share it's all doom and gloom! However, sometimes these headlines can be misleading, so it is important before forming an opinion to read and digest the data carefully. Truth be told, most people tend not to worry about tomorrow, instead, living for now and bury their heads in the sand about the future. Nobody knows what’s going to happen. However, the key is to be aware of the narrative and prepare accordingly. So let's talk about the elephant in the room which is rising interest rates? Most new investors have yet to see an interest rate rise in the past 10 years, rather they are accustomed to rate reductions! Steve and Victor have been through a run of 7 months of rate increases in the past, so know only too well how to get prepared for the upcoming rise or indeed rises. Realistically, we have a 2-3 month window to prepare. Being proactive means spending the next 4-6 weeks preparing to give yourself the box seat, that is, protect what you have and take up the opportunities as they arise. Note that if you fail to be proactive, you will be left behind. Be involved in the monitoring and measuring and get clear on what you need to do. By doing the work well ahead of time, you will save yourself much grief. These include looking at how car leases/loans affect your serviceability, reviewing fixed rate expiry dates, and the impact on cash flow moving to variable P & I for example. Victor and Steve regularly say, invest between the flags by being proactive and applying strategic and methodical steps to move forward. As an investor, do background checks yourself for what the future holds because you can’t always control the situation, but you can control your attitude towards it. And there’s no better time to understand this than now. Learn more about how you can gear up against any market challenges, and how you should position yourselves in the ever-changing market today. Book a complimentary blueprint meeting with Steve or Victor to explore how you can make your next move https://rightpropertygroup.com.au/blueprintsession/#Enquiryform

Over the years, property investors have, in one way or another, been on the receiving end of wrong advice fuelled by strong opinions in their investment journey. How, then, can you discern what is good advice or opinion from bad advice and opinion Hosts Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar believe that when making investment decisions, you must scrutinise your sources of information. The trio lays down the tenets of informed opinion and good advice that can shape an investor’s direction towards a robust portfolio. They also give examples of the worst and best advice given in the property investment industry in a bid to better prepare listeners who might encounter it.

For over 20 years of property investment experience, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar, with Smart Property Investment host, Phil Tarrant discuss foolproof property investment lessons learned over the last 2 decades. With first-hand experience, they cover all aspects of the investment process from sophisticated cash-flow management, to maintaining a good relationship with debt, to the power of pivoting according to market cycles, as well as: - common pitfalls for unsuccessful investors - the dangers of speculation - paralysis analysis - and, the potential for greed and ego to get in the way of effective strategising Tune in to know more about these important lessons that are applicable to you as an investor towards completing your goals and achieving a successful portfolio. Now’s the best time to learn and apply this to your strategy! This is originally released 2 years ago, and it’s one of our all-time favorites as it summarises so many golden nuggets that are important for both new and existing investors towards property investing. Feel free to reach out to us at questions@rightpropertygroup.com.au.

With an avalanche of information drowning investors on a daily basis, how will you know if what you’re consuming is accurate or being manipulated to achieve certain outcomes? In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar, and Phil Tarrant tackle ways to determine relevant information for investors and the proper context for weighing in market predictions that will ultimately contribute to your investment goals. The trio breaks down events in the past decade that went against the flow of predictions and defines industry jargon that may be causing confusion and bad decisions. They also go back to basics by highlighting the benefits of investment fundamentals that can help you thrive in different market cycles.

In this Episode, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar from Right Property Group discuss the top 5 things you need to do to solidify your position in 2022. 2022 might just be the most dynamic year from the federal elections, the changes and movement in the cost of funding, media, consumers, as well as the resources on where and who to listen to regarding property advice, and many more elements can either make or break your portfolio. As the market evolves, and your goals change, these 5 major things can keep you in the momentum this year, or ever. 1. Get Liquid 2. Review and Re-assess 3. Finance 4. White Noise 5. Execute It may sound simple and easy to do, but the amount of progress in following these tips can make a big difference and impact your overall property journey. 2022 will be a huge year with all the moving parts, and if you don't change your approach, you'll be left behind. So, tune in to know more about how you can be in a position to take advantage of today's market and be equipped to pivot your strategy against any circumstance.

As we usher in 2022, The Smart Property Investment Show marks the start of the year with another portfolio market update and talks about the nuts and bolts of refinancing investment properties. In this episode, Right Property Group’s Steve Waters joins host Phil Tarrant to take stock of how the portfolio performed in 2021 and devise a game plan to achieve further growth in the coming year. With the portfolio now valued around $8.5 to $9 million in valuation and going on a decade strong, Phil is looking to take things to the next level by releasing the equity locked up in properties for refinancing purposes. Steve gives his professional insight into the complex process of refinancing while highlighting the benefits the process can offer to property investors.

As Australians prepare to head to the polls in May, an expert advises investors to not get caught up in the political noise and instead focus on the laid-out policies as well as other real estate trends that are shaping the property market. In this episode, Right Property Group’s Steve Waters joins host Phil Tarrant to take stock of how the upcoming federal election is playing out and how its result will impact the country’s real estate markets and the economy. The duo also discusses the different demographic, economic, and political factors that have set the tempo for rental yield trends and look at headwinds that landlords face, such as interest rates, inflation, and rising unaffordability. They also lift the lid on the top real estate news that are trending and give their insights on the property market’s current state affairs.

2022 is turning out different than what experts expected, as the emergence of Omicron throws a spanner in the property market’s works. In a market riddled with uncertainty, having a little “strategic patience” can go a long way. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar and Phil Tarrant remind investors to keep their heads on their shoulders when navigating the market by being flexible to changes in micro and macroeconomic policies and advise against “buying for the sake of buying”. The trio enumerates the factors and events that could shake up trends this year – including the upcoming federal elections, continued tightening of supply, a potential RBA rate hike, and further lending restrictions – before zeroing in on the ones that will truly shape the market conditions. They also touch on how investors can tweak their investment strategies to keep up with the ever-changing real estate market landscape.