Property Investment Podcast Network

In this episode, data nerd Arjun Paliwal is joined by Nerida Conisbee to make sense of the different housing data indicators and work out what it means for future property trends. Arjun, head of research at InvestorKit, sits down with Ray White’s chief economist to talk about how the market is beginning to show signs of recovery before analysing which areas are poised to lead the rebound. For investors looking to “make a call” in their investment strategy, the duo underlines the importance of not only taking into account housing data but also economic indicators, demographic trends and other market-shaping factors. They also address the different challenges in today’s market, including the ongoing rental crisis, escalating construction costs, and supply shortages before unpacking the short, medium and long-term indicators that investors need to keep track of to make informed and data-driven investing decisions.  

On this special episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby is joined by the CEO of the Real Estate Institute of the ACT (REIACT), Maria Edwards, to get a snapshot of what’s actually been going on in the territory — and where the green shoots are appearing. The pair unpacks how investor confidence got so low, considering it sits up against a backdrop of record-low vacancy rates and increasing rental yields. They also forecast ACT’s potential emergence from the housing crisis at an earlier point in time than other property markets. In this episode, you will hear about: Which property challenges need attention Where Canberra is sitting in its property cycle Why the ACT is a “unique” investment location 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.    

On this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Paul Glossop, chief executive officer at Pure Property Investment, joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the “insane” national real estate market and how the Reserve Bank of Australia’s (RBA) current and future cash rate decisions have shaped it. Paul discusses the strategies and information he utilises when painting a clear picture of potential investment locations and how these alter on a client-to-client basis. With property data “in a rear-view mirror”, the pair also touches on additional enablers for future-focused investment, and analyse the importance of a data overlay. In this episode, you will hear about: What market opportunities to look for Whether property market history is repeating itself Why current events spell good news for investors 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.

On this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Eva Loisance and Sara Shome of Finni Mortgages sit down with host Phil Tarrant to discuss Australia’s current financial climate following the RBA’s decision to hold the cash rate at its April meeting. The trio discusses the key differences between private banking, Sara’s former career, and mortgage broking, her current one. They touch on whether it’s better for investors to consolidate their eggs in one basket, or spread them amongst many before touching on the factors conducive to private banking success. In this episode, you will also hear: When to consider refinancing The importance of strong broker-client relationships Are fixed rates a silver bullet for borrowers? 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.

While residential properties have been the tried-and-true starting point for investors, a commercial property could be just the asset you need in your portfolio to strategically reach your financial endgame. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with Damian Collins, the chairman of Westbridge Funds Management, to talk about why a “model property portfolio” should be tailored to fit an investor's unique financial goals, risk tolerance, and investment preferences. Drawing on his own personal property journey, Damian reveals how his portfolio evolved as his priorities shifted over time and offers insights into the key factors investors should consider when determining the optimal timing for investing in commercial property. Acknowledging investing directly in commercial property may not be an option for most property investors, the duo looks into the benefits of investing in the sector through a managed property fund before unpacking opportunities in the commercial market in 2023. 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.

On this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Eva Loisance and Sara Shome of Finni Mortgages sit down with host Phil Tarrant to discuss Australia’s current financial climate following the RBA’s decision to hold the cash rate at its April meeting. The trio discusses the key differences between private banking, Sara’s former career, and mortgage broking, her current one. They touch on whether it’s better for investors to consolidate their eggs in one basket, or spread them amongst many before touching on the factors conducive to private banking success. In this episode, you will also hear: When to consider refinancing The importance of strong broker-client relationships Are fixed rates a silver bullet for borrowers? 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.

With finance at the top of commercial investors’ minds amid a rapidly shifting market landscape, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill bring in the cavalry to help navigate the rough mortgage terrain. In this episode, Son Pham, the director and head of mortgages at Rethink Financing, highlights the puzzle-like nature of finding the right lender to provide a commercial real estate mortgage that fits an investor’s needs before giving an insider’s look into the current lending environment. They also talk about the inner workings of borrowing in today’s market, including comparable rates, competitive packages offered by lenders, as well as features that investors need to add to their checklist when shopping for a commercial property loan. Lastly, the trio discusses where they think the market will be headed in the coming months and explains why they believe the market’s downturn is coming to an end. *This episode was recorded prior to the RBA’s April cash rate decision.

In a special investor and economic update, this chief economist spills the beans on the latest economic indicators and what it means for the property market. The chief economist of PRD and friend of the show, Dr Diaswati Mardiasmo, returns to The Smart Property Investment Show with Grace Ormsby to reveal what the latest RBA decision means, highlight the ramifications for regional property versus metro, and give an update on her own changing property investment strategy. An investor herself, the chief economist provides a very interesting update to her own property portfolio, candidly offering up her own reasons for the pivot. You will also hear: Why no two property investment experiences should be the same How to decipher the latest RBA monetary policy What factors are spurring on continued regional market success 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.

On this episode of The Property Showcase, Rishi Bajaj from InvestorKit sits down with host Grace Ormsby, to outline and unpack the primary mistakes made by Australian property investors, particularly those entering the Sydney and Melbourne markets Rishi channels his 15 years of investing experience to discuss the common errors he sees many investors make before revealing the resources and tactics which potentially combat these actions. He touches on the importance of clearly defined goals and making wiser investment choices. In this episode, you will also hear: Where are Australia’s most opportunistic suburbs? Contextualising “going regional” Is it a good time to invest?

With the Reserve Bank (RBA) announcing its policy decision for April, there is much speculation about whether the central bank has reached the peak of its current rate hike cycle or if there is still more pain to come for borrowers. So in this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ chief executive, Paul Glossop, talk about the factors that will affect the bank’s decision-making process in the coming months before unpacking the current sentiment among consumers, particularly borrowers who are bearing the brunt of the rate increases. With owner-occupier refinances hitting a record high, the duo discuss the importance of borrowers “looking under the hood” of their loans before looking into how mortgage holders can “sharpen the pencil” on their finances. Lastly, they also share their opinion on where — and when —  the RBA may choose to close out its rate rise cycle.