The Investor Lab

Ready to watch your portfolio soar? Buckle up, because on today's episode of Dashdot Insider Frontline, we've got Senior Analyst Sean Simpson on board, and we're about to spill the tea on the Australian property market.Now, if you're a contrarian investor who likes to go against the grain, then you'll love what we have to say. We'll reveal some tips and tricks that will help you become a better and more successful investor in 2023.Sean and Goose are serving up some punchy and insightful nuggets that will make your investment portfolio shine. If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!  In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Introduction 02:45 The 2023 market 05:45 What is the days on market and why is it important? 09:07 Analyzing the shifts in LGA suburbs 12:47 The different market drivers in the Australian market 16:30 What’s happening with yields? 22:26 The data can’t lie 24:45 Client story - changing the way they think about real estate 29:02 How to overcome the fear of going against the crowd   Connect With Us: Subscribe on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ready to pioneer your way to prosperity? Whether you are a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes in the property game, this episode is for you! Today's episode is jam-packed with insights and perspectives from a successful investor, Ash Sinnan, a 25-year-old property valuer with two successful investment properties under his belt. Ash is wise beyond his years and has some amazing insights to share about his journey as a young investor. If you're looking to start or grow your property investment portfolio, you won't want to miss this episode.  If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!  In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Introduction 01:53 Who is Ash Sinnan? 08:02 Overcoming challenges as a young property investor 11:31 Ashwin’s vision of the future before he got serious about property investing 14:28 The importance of delayed gratification in investing 20:45 Common myths about property valuations 25:28 The portfolio growth plan 30:41 When Ash bought his first property Connect With Us: Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Exciting news! So, “what is it”, I hear you ask?  We're rebranding, shaking things up, and evolving to bring you even more of what you love.  Get ready to elevate your investing skills as The Investor Lab is transforming into something bigger and better - Dashdot Insider! We're digging deeper into the world of Dashdot and sharing stories straight from the source. Giving you the inside scoop on what it takes to be a successful investor and sharing the wisdom of those who have made it to the top.  We’re still committed to our mission of helping you become a savvy investor and live a life of freedom, choice, and abundance. In fact, we're doubling down on that commitment by giving you even more behind-the-scenes access to the world of Dashdot. So, come on in and join the evolution. Dashdot Insider is here to take your investing game to the next level. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!  In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Introduction 00:57 The big announcement: The Investor Lab is evolving! 03:29 Why we want to continue to grow and iterate this show 04:54 The biggest part in the evolution of the show  08:22 What’s going to happen to The Investor Lab? Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you ready to take your property investment game to the next level?  It’s no secret, the world of real estate investing can be complex and challenging, but we have the key to long-term success: a growth mindset. Sure, property investment can be a bit of a maze, but with the right mindset, you'll be able to navigate those twists and turns with ease. If you're wondering what a growth mindset is and why it's crucial for property investors, then we invite you to join us on a journey of discovery.  Tune in to this episode as we dig deep into the different strategies for cultivating a growth mindset in real estate investing, and how it can help investors become more resilient in the face of setbacks. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!  In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Introduction 03:54 What is a growth mindset and why is it important? 08:19 There is no failure, only outcomes 11:06 It’s not a straight upward line in real estate 12:08 Think and act BIG 15:12 Language matters 17:34 Shifting your language is critical to developing a growth mindset 20:49 How to change your frame of reference 26:37 The power of reflection 37:11 The difference between feelings and emotions 40:08 Identifying your biggest room for improvement Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

What do you expect for the property market in 2023? Will this year be the best one yet? Join Goose and Terry as we uncover forecasts, buyer activities, interest rates, and the overall state of the Australian property market for 2023. If you are a property investor who wants to be more successful in 2023, then this is an episode for you! And…. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!    In this episode, we cover: 00:00 Introduction 01:54 Forecasting 2022 and 2023 04:52 Buyer activity is on the rise 06:34 Psychographics drives markets 08:55 Market trends in 2023 12:30 The effects of reopening borders 14:00 Regions vs Capitals 20:22 What's going to happen with interest rates in 2023? 24:52 Two types of investors 25:49 National Rental Crisis 29:25 Terry's advice for property investors   Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Are you feeling overwhelmed by the changing environment for property investors?  Are you struggling to find the right strategy to navigate the new landscape?  Don't worry, we are here to help! In this episode, we will discuss the changing environment and financial constraints for property investors. And, how you should be thinking differently about your strategy as you go into 2023. We will also talk about how to become more flexible in your approach, and how to structure your portfolio to get the right combination of characteristics in a variety of different assets.  Plus, we’ll discuss how to protect your downside and maximize your upside! So, if you're looking for help to build a strategic and prolific property portfolio, join us for this episode! If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!    In this episode, we cover: Welcome to the Investor Lab Podcast [0:00] The racetrack of property investing [03:52] What is the Modern Portfolio Theory? [07:38] Diversification of assets and portfolio [11:45] What to do when you have surplus cash and surplus financial capability?[14:48] How to keep going despite constraints? [15:50] Topgrading and optimizing your portfolio [18:02] How to avoid getting stuck in a global trend? [22:03] Solving problems through strategic thinking [25:43] Dogmatic vs Pragmatic approach on property investing [28:00]   Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8) The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Achieving over 60% return on invested capital is a BIG WIN!  The property narrative is always changing but younger investors are now finding ways to work around inflation and paying mortgages. Is it really worth the risk to establish a property portfolio early on?  Or is it safer to wait around for the right time to buy potential investments in ideal locations? To answer these questions, we are joined by Nick Tchea who shares his experience in buying his first property which eventually led him to change his whole perspective on investing. Goose and Nick will also walk through what it’s like to have conscious decision-making and financial freedom as a millennial. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!    In this episode, we cover: Introduction [00:00] Nick Tchea's background [01:08] Changing perspectives to invest in property [03:05] Risk-taking on Crypto vs. Property as younger generation [06:00] Understanding investment properties [09:00] Nick’s 1st investment property [10:35] Experience on crashing property markets [13:55] Huge investment growth within 4 months [15:03] Loan structuring process [16:14] Sharing tips with friends [17:09]  Nick's goals by 2030 [18:35] Portfolio Growth Plan insights [20:23] Nick's future plans, advice, and tips to overcome fears [21:23] About our guest: Nicholas "Nick" Tchea is a 27-year old RF Communications Engineer and a Property Investor based in Melbourne, Australia. Nick already gained investment growth in just four months and he aims to do more in the next seven years. He never lets his money just sit in the bank since his mindset as a millennial is to take risks to expand his investment portfolio. Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)  The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The business scene is constantly changing and market trends are always shifting. Investing outside your business is one way to keep cash flowing and beating the odds. It is ideal to have an investment vehicle where the compounding value and return on investment are increasing yearly.  In today’s episode, we are joined by Grant Merriel, who is a business owner and is also into property investing. Grant shares the importance of creating plans for your business…and how your property investing should be no different. We’ll let Grant and Goose guide you through building your wealth outside of your business as they share their thoughts on how they did it. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!    In this episode, we cover: Introduction [00:00] Introduction to Grant Merriel  [00:07] Mortgage Repayment Calculator  [02:55] My Biggest Diversification [04:52]  How Do I Generate Wealth Outside Of Business? [08:13]  What Was The Main Driver Of The Illiquidity Risk? [09:15] Business vs Property [13:02] Where Do You Put The Money That You’ve Made?  [14:18] How Has The Portfolio Growth Plan Shaped His Thinking About The Future? [18:43] The Importance Of Having A Plan [24:18] The biggest lesson he’s learned through his property journey. [28:52]   About our guest: Grant Merriel is the co-host  of Business & Investing – a podcast that exists to help entrepreneurs overcome their limits. The show is dedicated to sharing information, insights and tools to help business owners build a stable, thriving business that unlocks their money and life goals.   Links from the Show: Business & Investing with Grant and Charley Website: https://businessandinvesting.com   Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)  The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Today’s episode is all about Why You Shouldn’t Invest In The Latest Hotspot.   Sean Simpson, the Senior Property Analyst at Dashdot shares his knowledge and experience investing when it comes to the latest hotspots in the property market.   Why shouldn't you invest in the latest hotspots? When should you invest? What are the comparisons of property market value?   - we cover these and more!   If you love this episode, let us know by emailing us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!    See you on the inside!  In this episode, we covered: Introduction to The Investor Lab Podcast  [00:00] Bundaberg's Historical Growth [04:53] How To Choose The Right Time To Buy [07:52] How To Rationalize The Over-Exuberance Of The Market? [12:15] Where To Go Wrong With A Hotspot [17:48] Advice For People Thinking About Buying In The Suburbs [23:00] The Importance Of Understanding The Fundamentals [28:00]   About our Guest:  Sean Simpson is a senior property analyst at Dashdot. Feeling as though getting a college degree won’t get him his goals, he instead got a job in real estate sales. He then went down the rabbit hole and fully immersed himself in learning all about property.   Sean is now living with his partner in a first development/strata sub they bought off market. They then purchased an underperforming commercial property and are turning it into 2x residential property. Outside work, Sean enjoys outdoor activities like camping and water skiing.   Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)  The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Without question, the goal of every property management agent is consistent, sustainable growth. You can't adequately pursue growth if you're not turning enough profit but most importantly, you have to identify where savings could be absorbed to create more revenue to invest in your next property portfolio. In today's episode, we are joined by Charly and Grant who are business owners that are also into property investing. As business owners, they are aware of creating plans to grow their business.  Tune in as we talk about creating a property portfolio growth plan, business strategies and how to make most out of your business in general. If you love this episode, email us at til@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!  See you on the inside!    Episode Highlights: 00:00 Introduction01:11 Charly and Grant Introduction02:12 Excitement About Investing07:19 Common Questions About Property Portfolio09:23 Rapid Change Of Plans10:58 How To Succeed12:32 Status Of The Property Market13:59 Current Environment In Investing17:15 Cost Of Pivoting To Another Business25:41 Pathways To Create Maximum Amount Of Generational Wealth29:09 Is Stacking Cash The Best Strategy34:57 The Idea Of Investing In Property41:43 What Do You Mean By Freedom Number?48:20 Realistic Life Decisions55:51 Financial Independence Calculator   About our guest:   Charley Valher and Grant Merriel are the hosts of Business & Investing – a podcast that exists to help entrepreneurs overcome their limits. The show is dedicated to sharing information, insights and tools to help business owners build a stable, thriving business that unlocks their money and life goals.   Links from the Show: Business & Investing with Grant and Charley Website: https://businessandinvesting.com Connect With Us: See our other Podcasts: https://theinvestorlab.com.au/ Watch on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/c/TheInvestorLab)  Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)  The Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/) Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery) Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.