Property Investment Podcast Network

Australia's "housing disaster" could soon turn catastrophic, says former Victorian Supreme Court justice Kevin Bell. To counter this, the nation needs not just legislative action but also a reframing of our collective mindset to view housing not as the great Australian dream but as a fundamental right. In this special episode, hosted by Jerome Doraisamy, the editor of SPI's sister brand Lawyers Weekly, he is joined by the Honourable Kevin Bell AO KC, former justice of the Supreme Court of Victoria and patron of Tenants Victoria. Discussing why housing is no longer a dream for Australians but rather a "nightmare", the former judge reveals his upbringing in social housing and motivation to see an overhaul of our housing system. 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.

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Australians are resorting to side hustles to meet housing costs; Rental growth flatlines; and A dip in auctions marks a slow start to spring. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Not only has he made a name for himself on the soccer field, but Chris Ikonomidis is also making significant strides in the property investment world. On this episode of Inside Commercial Property, co-hosts Scott O'Neill and Phil Tarrant sit down with the rising star to find out more about why he has prioritised property investing early in his career. Chris shares how he researched his first purchase and his approach to diversification, which includes a mix of commercial and residential assets. The talented athlete also shares how investing has helped him plan for a future beyond sports, and some lessons he's learnt that apply both on the soccer field and in the market.

The Smart Property Investment team is on hand to unpack the latest breaking news for the real estate sector. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby is joined by Juliet Helmke, Orana Durney-Benson and Sebastian Holloman to break down the stories that piqued readers' interest in recent weeks. From class actions to work-from-office directives, the team takes a critical eye to what current affairs can continue to impact the property investment sector for the months and years to come. 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.

Organising the documentation you need to buy a home can feel like a headache for even the average worker, let alone if you run your own business. But the process is not as complicated as it may first seem. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, mortgage broker Robert Le joins host Phil Tarrant to delve into the details of securing a mortgage when you're self-employed. The pair dive into some of the different documentation that business owners may need to provide when looking to secure a mortgage, and discuss the importance of having a good accountant who can get the books in order and position business owners to borrow. They also share some strategies that self-employed property hunters may want to look into if they're considering buying in the near future. 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.

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: NSW wins back $9 million from first home buyers 'gaming the system'; Property transaction scams are on the rise this spring; and The ACT finalises its Territory Plan for housing reform. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Buying a unit as an investment property used to be a no-go, but is the tide turning? On this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar sit down with Phil Tarrant to talk about whether an apartment can ever be a good buy. The trio talk about how the transition back to office work in the wake of COVID-19 has reshaped Aussie home preferences, shaking up the pandemic era hunger for more space. They reveal why demand and supply may be more useful metrics than land values as Australia continues to grapple with construction shortages.

Australia's financial regulation may be in for a shake-up to support lending to first-time buyers. In this episode, Liberal senator Andrew Bragg shares what the new home ownership inquiry, recently launched by the Senate, will look at and why he wants to hear from stakeholders in property, mortgage broking and beyond. The shadow assistant minister for home ownership shares with listeners what the Senate economics references committee aims to address with this inquiry, and what else he feels could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. 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.

From passive income to infinite rental growth, the property investment space is full of grand promises – but the maths does not always add up. On this episode of The Property Nerds, InvestorKit founder and CEO Arjun Paliwal has a tough conversation about learning how to distinguish daydream from reality. Stressing the importance of getting your numbers right, he warns investors about common data pitfalls that can lead to unrealistic financial projections. Arjun also drops hints about a change coming to The Property Nerds in the months to come, as his family gets ready for an exciting new chapter.

The hard work that it takes to be at the top of your game as a dance professional prepared one property investor well for the dedication he needed to build a successful portfolio. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby speaks with Cristian Basescu, professional Latin dancer turned property investor. Christian explains how his creative profession led him down the entrepreneurial path of starting his own dance business, which introduced him to clients who opened his eyes to the potential of property investment. Christian explains what he and his wife learnt about buying property from their first purchase, and how they educated themselves to become better informed for their next acquisition. The duo also discuss what the future plans are for Christian's property portfolio now that he has a stable foundation on which to grow. 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.