

Inside Commercial Property
Rethink Investing
Welcome to the Inside Commercial Property podcast, where we bring you monthly episodes on the most significant changes in the world of commercial property investing. Delve into the inner workings of property, markets and strategies, all geared towards helping you become a better investor. Join Scott O’ Neill and Phil Tarrant, as they sit down to share the latest property changes. If you want to stay ahead in the game, this podcast is for you.
Want to go deeper? Check out our new book ”Rethink Property Investing” and become financially free with commercial property investing.
Want to go deeper? Check out our new book ”Rethink Property Investing” and become financially free with commercial property investing.
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Sep 3, 2021 • 41min
#16 Commercial Investing Opportunities of the Ecommerce Boom
On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how the current challenges brought about by the e-commerce boom could create new openings for Australian businesses.
With global supply chains stressed, making it harder to get products from overseas, and a drastic increase in shipping costs, the competitive advantage for importers is closing, potentially bringing manufacturing back on shore. The duo discuss what that means for real estate related to making and storing Australian products, as well as potential investment opportunities as online ordering drives demand for large dispatch facilities.
Scott also weighs in on the Brisbane Olympics. The infrastructure development in the lead-up to the event will deliver a gain to Brisbane businesses; will a heightened global profile also attract overseas investment in the Queensland region?

Aug 6, 2021 • 38min
#15 When a Residential Portfolio Stops Making Sense
On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how investors can outgrow a residential portfolio and how a commercial asset can help offset some of the issues that long-term negatively geared investors face.
Scott takes a deep dive into the commercial structures available to investors, pointing out the good, the bad and the ugly for commercial syndicates and REITs.
The duo also discuss how REITs can be used as passive instruments for investors as well as whether or not indirect investing can create the same sort of long-term returns as direct investment.

Jul 9, 2021 • 37min
#14 The Top 5 tips Even Seasonal Investors Need to Know
On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the top five tips that every commercial investor needs to know regardless of where they are on their personal property journey.
Scott shares with investors a warts-and-all look into commercial property, warning of potential shady practices valuers use to collect a fee for no work.
The duo also discuss how lockdowns are not dampening investor sentiment, with record-low rates continuing to spur on new enquiries into commercial property.

Jun 4, 2021 • 48min
#13 Securing One of The 100 Good Commercial Properties
In the season return of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, host Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how there’s only ever 100 good commercial properties that investors have to ‘fight hard to secure’.
Scott shares how FOMO and record-low interest rates continue to drive the commercial property market, with investors paying up to 50 per cent more for commercial property than they otherwise would.
The duo work through some real-world case studies, sharing with investors what they should be buying in the current market.

May 7, 2021 • 44min
#12 What You Should Do in the Current Commercial Market
In the season finale of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the FOMO effect that is currently taking over the commercial property landscape.
Scott shares why he has never bought a commercial property at auction because the buyer “simply does not get a good deal”.
The duo also discuss the complications around commercial property and why it is not a get-rich-quick scheme.

Apr 2, 2021 • 40min
#11 The All-Inclusive Commercial Property Playbook
In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss Scott’s first book, which covers the ins and outs of commercial property.
Scott shares some of the lessons he jotted down in what is his first book and one of a few in the market that focuses entirely on Aussie commercial property.
The pair detail Scott's top five commercial property plays, including how to build a $100,000 passive income and how to ensure your property pays itself off in under a decade.

Mar 5, 2021 • 41min
#10 Boosting Your Rental Yield With a Commercial Investment
In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss how a prolonged low interest rate environment is driving investors towards high-yielding commercial properties.
Scott informs listeners about the current economic fundamentals, which are likely to continue to drive the commercial property market for the next few years.
The pair also discuss how purchasing the right commercial property and holding long-term can lead to an urban redevelopment windfall.

Feb 7, 2021 • 41min
#9 5 Tips to Help You Succeed in Commercial Property
In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss the potential red flags for investment property buyers and why one must have a checklist.
Scott talks about the “rising market”, witnessed in both commercial and residential property, advising investors to stay alert to curveballs when approaching a particular asset.
The pair also discuss the five things investors need to get right to succeed in commercial property investing.

Jan 7, 2021 • 39min
#8 Why 2021 Will Be The Year of Growth
In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss 2020 – a whirlwind of a year – and 2021, which is already shaping up to be a year of growth.
Scott talks about keeping up with demand in 2021, as economic concern eases and consumer sentiment picks up.
The pair also discuss other details that are certainly going to make 2021 an interesting year for property investing.

Dec 4, 2020 • 43min
#7 How to Succeed in Commercial Property
In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill discuss commercial property, Scott’s property journey and how he can help investors. Scott also answers some questions from the listeners.
Phil and Scott break down commercial yields, passive income and how every property is different. Scott talks about lease doc loans, building insurance, bank lending and a range of other related topics.