

Property Investment Podcast Network
Momentum Media
The Smart Property Investment Podcast Network brings together the best of Australian property investment talent within one dedicated platform – delivering investors unparalleled insights to help them create greater wealth through property.
Lead by top business podcaster Phillip Tarrant from www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au, the Smart Property Investment Podcast Network includes a number of focused programs, including:
The Smart Property Investment Show, Portfolio Update, Investing Insights with Right Property Group, and more!
Join the more than 100,000 listeners every month who tune in to The Smart Property Investment Podcast Network. Join the community, get involved and take action to realise your property investment ambitions.
Subscribe today and receive each new podcast direct to your podcast player.
For further information visit www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au or email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au.
Lead by top business podcaster Phillip Tarrant from www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au, the Smart Property Investment Podcast Network includes a number of focused programs, including:
The Smart Property Investment Show, Portfolio Update, Investing Insights with Right Property Group, and more!
Join the more than 100,000 listeners every month who tune in to The Smart Property Investment Podcast Network. Join the community, get involved and take action to realise your property investment ambitions.
Subscribe today and receive each new podcast direct to your podcast player.
For further information visit www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au or email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au.
Episodes
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Aug 7, 2023 • 36min
Planning for the future
In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo, chief economist of PRD, joins host Grace Ormsby to discuss the complexities of property investment and planning for the future. Highlighting the rising burden that property investment is putting on investors, Diaswati finds the silver linings to data points that should bolster the confidence of listeners. She also delves into the future outlook of the Australian property market, before sharing her own investment update – musing on multiple strategic paths now ahead of her that require deliberation and thoughtful planning. 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, 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.

Aug 3, 2023 • 41min
INSIDE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: ‘Knowledge is power’
The age-old adage holds true for this investor who found financial success after learning and immersing in the world of commercial properties. Co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill are joined by Adam Stewart, a former executive in the digital industry who, after becoming a multifaceted investor, eventually found remarkable success and his strongest returns through ventures in commercial investing. They delve into the role education plays in positioning for success in commercial investing and stress the significance of viewing due diligence as an integral part of the investment process. Lastly, they discuss the current state of the market, explore areas slated for growth and dig into the factors that can shape upcoming trends.

Aug 3, 2023 • 19min
An economist’s take on Australia’s financial future
In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby talks to Anneke Thompson, the chief economist at CreditorWatch, about the current economic climate, the role of the Reserve Bank of Australia and the future outlook for Australian property. Touching on the possibility of another rate rise by the end of the year, the duo consider the indirect impact of the unemployment rate and wage movement on Australian property prices. Looking ahead, Anneke imparts her expectations of the spring property market, lending her insight into the factors driving listing and buying at the present time. 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, 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.

Aug 2, 2023 • 17min
PROPERTY SHOWCASE: Mining off-market gems
Founded and headed by real estate industry veteran and expert Sam Gordon, Australian Property Scout is an investment buyers agency service that specialises in off-market, below-market and value-add purchasing. The agency prides itself in focusing on deals that provide both cash flow and equity increases from the day the investment is purchased, which allows clients to grow their portfolios in a reliable, safe and predictable manner. No matter if it’s your first or 100th investment property, Australian Property Scout’s highly rated team of experts will ensure you are making the best possible purchases at the best possible price. On this episode of the Property Showcase podcast, host Grace Ormsby is joined by the director of Australian Property Scout, Sam Gordon, to discuss the impact of tight supply in the Australian housing market and what it means for savvy investors looking into off-market opportunities. In this episode, hear from Sam about: The opportunities available in regions with strong growth potential and affordability factors Insights into the advantages of off-market deals and how they can take the heat out of the transaction Tips, tricks and insights into property investment strategies

Aug 1, 2023 • 13min
Property Finance Uncut: The potential for future rate changes
In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ chief executive, Paul Glossop, discuss the current state of Australian lenders and the property finance landscape following on from yet another rate decision. The duo delves into the latest Reserve Bank meeting and its impact on interest rates and mortgage rates, discussing conflicting data on unemployment and within the retail sector, and the potential for future rate fluctuation. Paul highlights the significant rental growth in the past 12 months, making it an opportune time for property investors, before emphasising the importance of investors taking proactive steps to refinance, extract equity and borrow responsibly. 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, 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.

Jul 31, 2023 • 21min
The ever-evolving mortgage landscape
There’s still plenty of opportunities available to borrowers, according to Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance, who sat down with Phil Tarrant for the latest episode of the Smart Property Investment Show. Eva explains how some major lenders have now decided to apply a 1 per cent buffer instead of the usual 3 per cent in certain refinancing circumstances. This shift could significantly impact borrowers’ ability to move their mortgages between banks and potentially escape what Eva refers to as “mortgage prison”. They delve into the specifics of these changes, highlighting how they primarily target owner-occupiers and are also available for investors with a clean repayment history. Eva also notes that some banks are now allowing for cash out options, signalling a trend towards more flexibility in the lending industry. Phil and Eva discuss the broader implications of these changes in the lending industry, emphasising the crucial role that property investors play in providing rental accommodation. 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, 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.

Jul 28, 2023 • 50min
PROPERTY INVESTING INSIGHTS WITH RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP: Back to basics
With the market cycle now at a critical crossroads, these experts say investors who’ve aced the basics are primed to emerge on the winning side. In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar discuss how there are still opportunities to capitalise on despite the “pain” being felt by real estate investors in the current market. The trio explains how doing the necessary pre-work, such as setting clear goals and having financial buffers, enables real estate investors to sail through rough waters that may arise in the property market cycle. Lastly, they unpack the often-held notion about property investors, delve into why landlords are on the losing side of the “blame game” amid the rental crisis, and explore the concept of investing ethically in today’s market.

Jul 27, 2023 • 57min
Talking tactics with Sam Gordon
In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the founder of Australian Property Scout to unpack the strategy which has seen him amass more than 30 properties in his time spent investing. He lifts the lid on his tactics which involve targeting strong growth areas and buying properties at a big discount. Sam also emphasises that while timing the market is crucial, it’s equally important to understand the underlying drivers of growth in a particular area, while ringing the alarm against investing in areas that could be suffering from stagnation. Property investment is not an overnight success story, but a long-term commitment that requires patience and strategy. 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, 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.

Jul 24, 2023 • 45min
Expert advice on navigating the property investment journey
In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant discusses the different phases of property investment, including acquisition, consolidation and retirement, with guest George Cherchian, a buyer’s agent from James Chase Buyers Advocacy. The pair emphasise the importance of setting smart goals and having a plan, as well as the need for active management of a property portfolio. George also touches on the benefits of investing in property through a self-managed super fund and the role of diversification in mitigating risk. 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, 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.

Jul 21, 2023 • 33min
THE PROPERTY NERDS: 5 new rules for investing in a high-interest rate environment
With the country’s interest rate at an 11-year high, what are the new rules for playing the property investment game? Data nerd and founder of InvestorKit, Arjun Paliwal, sits down with Redom Syed, co-director at Confidence Finance, to provide a combined property research and housing finance point of view on how the Reserve Bank of Australia’s rapid rate rise cycle has raised the hurdles faced by property investors. Amid increased mortgage repayments and reduced borrowing capacity, many property investors are skeptical about buying. However, the experts say it’s all about learning the new rules investors must play in this high-interest rate environment, such as adopting a holistic cash flow perspective and prioritising microeconomic factors over macroeconomics, among others. Lastly, they remind investors there are always opportunities across the markets, emphasising that “doing something is better than doing nothing”.