Property Investment Podcast Network

August 2022: Join Smart Property Investment's Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages chief executive Paul Glossop to unpack the latest Reserve Bank of Australia cash rate decision. This all-new monthly podcast discusses all things finance — and what key economic drivers actually mean for the Australian property landscape. As well as discussing the current opportunities that are available for savvy investors, the pair unpack the question: When will the rate hikes stop?

On today's episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Ray Ellis, chief executive officer of First National, to discuss the wider implications of a West Australian court ruling that allowed a buyer to cancel their contract due to an undisclosed 'nasty neighbour.' The pair discuss the importance of in-depth research for buyers and investors, as well as what practices should be implemented during this process, before touching on where the buck stops regarding due diligence. Mr Ellis shares his reaction to the court ruling and how he thinks the precedent set will play out nationally. In this episode, you will also hear: Why you need to run with your decision How COVID has changed the national psyche regarding finances Perspective on the current Australian property market 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.

How much is your complacency costing you? These experts recommend scheduling a "date night" with your portfolio to make sure it's on track. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar enumerate the risks that investors face by neglecting to update their portfolios and underline the importance of capitalising on opportunities, regardless of what phase of the market cycle you are currently operating in. The trio explain that investors should not bury their heads in the sand when the going gets tough, as it will not only hurt their current financial position but their long-term growth strategies as well. They emphasise that the property ecosystem is always changing and give out tips on how investors can actively manage their portfolios.

With property markets across the country taking diverging paths, this expert says it's time to bid goodbye to the "blanket approach" to real estate investing and follow the fundamentals that point to growth. Smart Property Investment's Phil Tarrant sits down with InvestorKit head of research Arjun Paliwal to dissect the five fundamentals that investors should focus on in today's market and gives his data-backed take on why the housing market remains stable despite the negative narratives on property investing. The duo also dissects Queensland's new property tax laws and unpacks the impact of the changes on investors, before enumerating the ways investors could minimise risks they are inherently vulnerable to. Lastly, Arjun gives us an inside look at his and his wife's property portfolio, currently valued at under $10 million, talks about their latest property purchases and touches on their future plans. 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.

When Stephanie Garner and her husband made the big leap from the UK to Australia, they were determined to not only survive but thrive in the Land Down Under. And in this episode, Stephanie sits down with host Grace Ormsby to share how she and her husband's investment journey was sparked by their desire to live a life beyond their day jobs and talk about the "pains" they endured to attain a portfolio currently valued at $2.5 million and spanning six properties. Stephanie also highlights the eye-opening lessons she has learned throughout her eight-year experience as a property investor, such as understanding how to leverage the expertise of real estate professionals and learning how the economic climate (as well as other factors) of a location can affect your returns, among others. Additionally, the duo take a behind-the-scenes look at how the husband-and-wife tandem overcame being stuck at property number two, unpack the interesting and strategic way Stephanie derived more income to continue growing their portfolio and delve into how the couple plans to proceed with their journey. 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.

As the Australian property market undergoes a significant period of change, self-professed data nerds Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal sit down to discuss and analyse the three core values of the industry: finance, policy and property. Arjun, founder of InvestorKit, and Leigh, director at Hills Finance, talk about the recent increases to the cash rate and discuss the recent forecasts on where this rate will sit come the end of the year. The pair encourage proactivity within Australian households when it comes to their finances, discussing the benefits of refinancing amongst a host of other financial adjustments that can be made. They also dive into the "horrible" changes to Queensland's land tax before touching on the NSW decision to reform stamp duty offerings to first home buyers. In this episode, you will also hear: Data analysis of the major market trends Predictions on future market behaviour Three big investment tips for the next six months

The world of strata can be a difficult sector to navigate, but having the right knowledge can make your investment journey significantly easier. In this episode, host Grace Ormsby is joined by Stephen Brell, the president of Strata Community Association (NSW), to talk about the biggest and latest developments in the strata space and how people looking to invest in the sector should do their due diligence. The duo takes a deep dive into the sector by unpacking the findings of a report on building defects in NSW apartment buildings and the corresponding measures rolled out by the state's government to tackle different issues affecting strata owners, tenants and managers. With his extensive experience and knowledge of the strata industry, Stephen also gives his interesting take on how the sector has changed over the last two decades and shares details about reforms and green initiatives SCA is currently pushing for. He also provides both the pros and cons of investing in new and/or established residential strata buildings. 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.

InvestorKit is composed of industry-leading and award-winning researchers and buyer's agents. They specialise in helping property investors scale, grow and diversify their investment portfolio using residential and commercial property. With its data-driven approach, the firm takes pride in helping clients locate and secure properties with excellent potential for yields and capital growth. Aside from helping launch beginners into the top 10 per cent of Australian property investors, InvestorKit has also helped 30 per cent of its clients to grow their portfolio from one property to three properties. In this episode of the Property Showcase podcast, host Grace Ormsby is joined by the founder of InvestorKit, Arjun Paliwal, to reveal how investment properties they have purchased for their clients have beaten the market average in the last two to three years and share the five must-follow rules that will ensure your next property buy will have the same competitive edge. In this episode, you will also hear: How the pandemic changed the property buying process Tips for building a scalable portfolio that has high-growth and high-yield properties What the buying process looks like when you're working with a buyer's agency

On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant is joined by Momentum Media real estate editor Grace Ormsby to unpack some of the biggest talking points in the property sector this July. Covering off everything from real estate and property-related scams to new buying incentives on offer over in Western Australia, the duo also debate the validity of virtual real estate as the next frontier of property investing. In this episode, you will also hear: Why property investors must maintain their cyber vigilance What investors might be able to expect from another round of rate rises When's a good time to invest in property 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, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Opencorp chief executive Matthew Lewison and director of investment services Michael Beresford to discuss softening markets and the importance of playing numbers in a changing environment. The trio break down what a cooling market truly is and reflect on how median prices can be misconstrued in mainstream media headlines. They provide their own predictions on how long the cooling period will last, before revealing how smart investors can still find the perfect investment during this market phase. In this episode, you will also hear: How to focus on the fundamentals of investing Why it's a great time for first home buyers to be active How external factors can influence a cooling market 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.