Property Investment Podcast Network

With the Reserve Bank (RBA) delivering a shock rate decision for May, mortgage holders are left reeling on what steps to take to minimise the impact on their finances. So in this episode, Smart Property Investments' Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages' chief executive, Paul Glossop, talk about the central bank's surprising move to resume rate hikes after a month-long pause to check the economy's pulse and unpack the data points that influenced the latest decision. And while the duo acknowledged the latest cash rate increase will be the "nail in the coffin" for some borrowers due to higher repayments, they encouraged mortgage holders to reassess their current strategy and create a plan that can help them weather the latest rate hike storm. They also unpack the various options available to borrowers, which include mortgage restructuring, refinancing to a fixed or variable rate, or switching to a different lender that offers a more competitive product.

On this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Jim Hall, director of real estate at Momentum Media, sits down with host Phil Tarrant to provide a property portfolio update and shares whether he's enjoyed the last few challenging property investment years. The pair discusses how nothing is ever guaranteed in the investment journey and why it's always important to look on the bright side. Jim details his troubles getting a duplex development off the ground in Sydney's south west before the pair enlightens listeners on the frustrations of dealing with local councils. In this episode, you will also hear: Why tough broker conversations matter The importance of pragmatic portfolio construction 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.

Has the property market reached the end of the downturn or should investors brace for "more pain to come?" In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar discuss how the narrative surrounding the real estate market has shifted in recent weeks thanks to the degree of certainty brought on by RBA's April rate hike pause and unpack why the FOMO sentiment is beginning to show among investors. But despite confidence returning to the market, the trio encourages investors to revisit the fundamentals and "mold" them to current market conditions instead of investing based on short-term gains and explains the importance of understanding the different property cycles across the country. Lastly, they talk about the pitfalls that can come with "desktop data" investing and touch on the trends emerging in the market.

How will the Reserve Bank of Australia's (RBA) overhaul affect the property market? While its full impact is yet to be determined, analysing the details of the proposed changes can offer insight into its outcomes for the central bank and mortgage borrowers. In this episode, Phil Tarrant sits down with Annie Kane, the managing editor of The Adviser and Mortgage Business, to unpack the 294-page review of the RBA and the 51 recommendations put forward to improve the structure, governance, and decision-making processes of the central bank. The duo also looks into why the review is calling for two RBA boards, their thoughts on dropping to eight cash rate decisions a year, and decodes governor Philip Lowe's reactions to the findings. 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.

Getting a mortgage can be quite a challenge if you're a self-employed business owner, but these experts say getting the prep work right is key to winning lenders' approval. Smart Property Investment's Phil Tarrant sits down with Eva Loisance and Rebecca Carlson from Finni Mortgages to discuss the additional hurdles faced by self-employed applicants when securing a mortgage and unpack the current lending environment in the wake of the rate hikes and prevailing business conditions. The trio also looks into misconceptions about getting a loan while self-employed before explaining solutions available to this particular group of borrowers for property financing. Lastly, they talk about the different ways self-employed borrowers can prepare for securing a mortgage, including improving their financial position, organising documentation, working closely with professionals, and more. 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.

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.