

The Property Couch
Bryce Holdaway & Ben Kingsley
Australia’s top property podcast for everyday investors who want real results, not hype.Hosted by Bryce Holdaway and Ben Kingsley (two best-selling authors and trusted experts with 25+ years of investing experience each) we break down property, finance, and money management into simple, practical strategies.Backed by data and brought to life with real stories (and a good dose of banter), The Property Couch helps you cut through the noise and make smarter decisions.Delighting listeners since 2015, it’s your weekly dose of clarity in a world full of property spruikers!W: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/
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May 27, 2025 • 7min
TPC Gold | Come Celebrate with Us: Our Book Launch & Live Event!
Our brand-new book How to Retire on $3,000 a Week – The Property Couch’s Playbook for Passive Property Investing hits stores TODAY! In this bonus episode, Bryce & Ben share some behind-the-scenes stories—including what inspired them to write another book (even after swearing the last one was their final!). Plus... find out how you can join them (and The Stig) LIVE in Sydney to celebrate: thepropertycouch.com.au/dymocks How to Retire on $3,000 a Week is available at major bookstores near you, including Amazon, Big W, Booktopia, Dymocks and QBD Books. LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

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May 22, 2025 • 59min
547 | Sell or Hold? Retirement, Rooming Houses & Real Regret-Free Decisions
This installment tackles real estate dilemmas like whether to hold an underperforming property or start anew. Insightful advice flows on downsizing strategies for investors nearing retirement. The hosts dive into rooming houses—discussing high yields and potential pitfalls. They analyze financial decisions as retirement looms, stressing the importance of balancing property values with personal goals. Lastly, they explore the evolving rental market, including the impact of government policies and rising rental costs in Victoria.

May 20, 2025 • 1h 32min
(LIVE) RBA May 2025 | One Cut Down... How Low Will Rates Go?
The RBA has officially cut the cash rate by 25 basis points—and for the first time in over a year, we’re seeing meaningful rate relief reach borrowers. NAB was first to act, with all Big Four banks passing on the cut in full within an hour of the announcement. But with multiple more cuts predicted for the remainder of 2025… how low will rates actually go? 💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy? Now is the perfect time to review your mortgage options.LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

May 15, 2025 • 1h 24min
546 | The Frankenstein Portfolio That Lost $159K—And How to Avoid It
Dave Robertson, Head of Property Wealth Planning at Empower Wealth, shares critical insights into the perils of 'Frankenstein portfolios'—investment strategies made from mismatched advice without a solid plan. He highlights real-life case studies illustrating how poor choices lead to financial loss, such as overpriced property purchases and misleading rental guarantees. Listeners are encouraged to embrace imperfections in their journey and make informed investment decisions by learning from others' mistakes. Celebrating the milestone of 5,000 property plans, he emphasizes the transformative power of strategic planning.

May 13, 2025 • 11min
TPC Gold | How to Maximise Your Tax Returns in 2025
Discover essential tax strategies for property investors as the financial year wraps up. Key discussions include changes to HECS/HELP debt, the benefits of prepaying interest, and managing land tax deductions. Learn how to navigate complex rental income reporting to safeguard against tax liabilities. Expert tips reveal how timing payments can maximize your deductions and avoid pitfalls, particularly for commercial properties. It's a treasure trove of insights to boost your tax return savvy.

May 8, 2025 • 1h 41min
545 | Burnt-Out Vans, Mouldy Eaves & Broken Trust: A Cautionary Buyer’s Agent Tale
When long-time listener and four-property investor Jayson messaged Bryce on LinkedIn, we knew it was time to bring his story to the couch.Why?Because he’s lived through what most people won’t talk about: what happens when you trust a “top tier” buyer’s agent… and it all goes wrong.In this raw, honest chat, Jayson reveals:✅ The real story behind his borderless investing experience ✅ What went wrong with not one—but THREE—properties ✅ The moment that shattered his confidence in the professionals he hired ✅ And how he rebuilt that trust and bought interstate (successfully!) on his own terms. FREE STUFF MENTIONEDJust 3 Weeks Left to Help Restore Sight! 👁️To celebrate Bryce’s 50th, we’re raising $10,000 with the John Fawcett Foundation for life-changing cataract surgeries in Indonesia. We’ve raised $4,184.93 so far — help us hit our target by May 27! Here’s what your donation can do: 👁️ $100 = Restores sight to 1 person 👁️👁️ $200 = 2 people 🖐️ $500 = 5 people ✋✋ $1,000 = 10 people Donate today >> Last Chance to Pre-Order & Save! 📘 Our new book How to Retire on $3,000 a Week is almost here! (RRP $32.99, as set by our publisher) Join the waitlist for exclusive extras or preorder it now from:Big W ($22) Amazon ($22) Booktopia ($26.95), Angus & Robertson ($27.50) or QBD ($28.04)MyKNOWLEDGE Has Landed! 🚀 Our digital learning hub is LIVE—with 50% off until May 31! Create or log into your Moorr account, access your MyKnowledge centre and use code ACT50 at checkout.LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

May 6, 2025 • 7min
TPC Gold | How Property Spruikers Pressure You into Buying
Today we dive into a topic many Aussies don't realise they're being exposed to until it's too late: the tactics used by property spruikers to pressure you into making a decision. From red sticker sold signs in display booths to "limited time only" offers and infomercial-style urgency, property spruikers know exactly how to create a sense of scarcity and FOMO. In this short and sharp bonus snippet, you'll learn how to cut through the noise and start making confident, informed decisions when it comes to property investing! For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 258 | WARNING: The Unconscious Mental Triggers Property Spruikers Use To Trick You LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

May 1, 2025 • 1h 22min
544 | Election Promises vs. Reality: Will Any Party Actually Fix Housing?
Folks, it’s Federal Election time! 🇦🇺🏠💥 And in this special deep-dive episode, we're lifting the bonnet on the major parties' housing policies and asking the real question... Will they actually fix Australia’s housing affordability crisis... or just make it worse? Tune in to hear: ✔️ The headline housing policies from both Labor and the Coalition ✔️ The larger economic forces at play — supply, demand, and what’s really driving this "housing crisis" ✔️ What it would actually take to fix Australia's housing affordability issues. FREE STUFF MENTIONED Help Us Give the Gift of Sight to 100 More People 👁️✨ To celebrate Bryce’s 50th birthday, we’ve partnered with the John Fawcett Foundation to restore eyesight to as many people as possible through life-changing cataract surgeries in Indonesia. Here’s what your donation can do: 👁️ $100 = Restores sight to 1 person 👁️👁️ $200 = 2 people 🖐️ $500 = 5 people ✋✋ $1,000 = 10 people If The Property Couch has brought you value — or if you simply believe in the power of giving — please consider donating or sharing this cause with someone who might. Donate now and help restore sight >> UNDER 1 MONTH LEFT: How to Retire on $3,000 a Week Our third book will officially be hitting shelves on 27 May! To get up to 10% off and secure your copy, you can pre-order it today from these retailers:Big W ($22)Amazon ($24.74)Booktopia ($26.95), Angus & Robertson ($27.50) orQBD ($32.99) LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

Apr 29, 2025 • 12min
TPC Gold | Have I Left It Too Late to Buy Property?
It’s a question many Australians are quietly asking themselves: “Is it too late for me to buy property?” In this TPC Gold snippet, Ben and Bryce respond to a heartfelt listener question from Luke—who, at 46, is still renting with his wife and two teenage kids. With $80k in savings and a growing concern about renting into retirement, Luke wants to know if it’s worth taking on a $700K mortgage at this stage of life, or if it’s simply too late to start the property journey? For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 361 | When Is It Too Late To Get Into Property? LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube

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Apr 24, 2025 • 1h 5min
543 | How to Fix a Frankenstein Portfolio Before It’s Too Late
The discussion revolves around the pitfalls of 'Frankenstein portfolios'—impressive on the outside but lacking growth. Key traps investors fall into are highlighted, alongside the importance of strategic planning for success. The hosts introduce concepts of proactive versus reactive investment mindsets. They emphasize crafting a cohesive roadmap for property investment and early retirement strategies. Listeners are encouraged to set clear financial goals while avoiding common investment missteps. Innovative marketing techniques and resources for aspiring investors are also explored.