Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

In light of events such as the Mascot Towers catastrophe, it is more necessary than ever to consider the complexities and risks of property investment, one investor shares. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby talks with property investor Anthony Najafian, whose early purchase into the Mascot Towers complex saw him wrapped up in the fallout of one of NSW’s most infamous building sagas. Anthony shares how the structural defects of Mascot Towers entangled him in a nightmare of legal and financial complications, and how he is approaching the rebuilding of his financial future and advocating for reforms to protect other property investors.  The two also discuss the need for investors and policymakers alike to strive for greater transparency, accountability and protection in the housing 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, X (formerly Twitter) a

Watch out – buying properties recklessly could result in scaled up debt, not wealth. On this instalment of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant celebrates 1,000 episodes since the show’s inception by speaking with Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance and InvestorKit founder Arjun Paliwal. The trio reveal their hottest tips for scaling investment portfolios, from debt recycling to extracting equity. They explain why diversity in property type and location is indispensable to a robust and sustainable property portfolio. Eva and Arjun also touch on the likelihood of seeing a downswing in mortgage rates in the foreseeable future, and why investors should take changes to the official cash rate with a grain of salt.

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Dutton Strikes Back Against Labor's Housing Plan; Home Sales lift as Regulation Deadline Looms; and auctions drop as autumn’s end draws near. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

The federal budget for 2024–25 is now here. So what’s the outlook for investors? Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Grace Ormsby take a deep dive into the headline measures that have been announced as part of this year’s federal budget. Scrutinising the housing measures and inflation data closely, the pair offer up their own predictions for the property landscape over the next 12 months based on what is (and isn’t) included in this year’s financial statement. 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, X (formerly 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

Are you, by definition, a successful investor?   In this episode of the Property Showcase, host Grace Ormsby chats with Australian Property Scout’s Sam Gordon about the six traits commonly shared by the most successful property investors across the country.   Sam shares that while the market will always be constantly evolving and changing, successful property investors have the strategy, plan, backing and mindset that will set them up for continuing success, regardless of their circumstances.     In this episode you will also hear: Why chasing the next shiny object is not the answer. How investors can cultivate and maintain a “bulletproof mindset”. Why even the luckiest investor is nothing without a clear strategy. For more information, head to australianpropertyscout.com.au or check out Sam’s School of Property here.

When it comes to affordability as well as choice, one state is leading the way. In this episode of The Property Nerds, the Sunshine State takes centre stage as co-hosts Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal discuss the latest InvestorKit report, shining a light on Queensland’s investment potential. The duo break down the methodology that helped the firm identify the top five regions in Queensland where property prices are under $500,000, and future prospects that suggest significant growth and investment opportunities. Leigh explains why, in this current financial environment, the $500,000 price point is important, while Arjun shares insight into rental trends impacting the areas in focus. Together, they also discuss big-picture thinking when selecting investment locations, and how metrics like infrastructure spending and job availability can be important factors for investors.

The 2024–25 federal budget’s release is imminent. So what will be in there for investors? The head of research at LJ Hooker Group, Mathew Tiller, sits down with SPI’s Grace Ormsby to unpack what we already know about this year’s budget – and consider what still might be coming. Following on from the release of some headline policies over the weekend, Mathew shares his expectations for further housing stimulus, before the duo turn their attention to the cash rate and upcoming federal election expectations. 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, X (formerly 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

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Counting the cost of early super access to finance home deposits; 15 suburbs that could be very attractive to first home buyers; and What to expect from this week in auctions. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

As co-investing with family or friends becomes more and more popular, two brothers have some words of wisdom for those considering the same path. In this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop welcome Will and Michael Magee, Irish brothers now based in Australia, to talk about why they decided to team up on an investment portfolio. Together, the group discusses strategies around navigating the dynamics of investing with a partner or sibling, the potential challenges, and the benefits of shared decision making and financial commitments. Will and Michael delve into the growth of their portfolio, explaining how one purchase snowballed into more and how they decided to manage the investments from a legal perspective.

No one is immune to the confusion that can come with refinancing your home loan – not even a chief economist. Dr Diaswati “Asti” Mardiasmo, the chief economist at PRD Real Estate, sits down with SPI’s Grace Ormsby to chat through her own experience refinancing her own mortgage – and the tips and tricks she picked up along the way. Reflecting on the Reserve Bank of Australia’s decision to keep the cash rate at 4.35 per cent, Asti also uses her professional knowledge to share what it means for property markets the country over, before flagging some of the locations across Australia offering would-be buyers the most affordable entry points for property with solid fundamentals. 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, X (formerly 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 sh

Welcome to Property Unfiltered, a collection of raw and uncensored conversations with Simon Loo alongside savvy investors who are achieving their goals. Hung Chuy, a successful Sydney-based mortgage broker and the brains behind Strategic Brokers, sits down with Housefinder founder Simon Loo and Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby to tell his story. From humble beginnings in a Thai refugee camp, Hung talks about the motivators that have driven him to success in both his broking business and his property pursuits. Hung also shares the behind-the-scenes of his own property investment decisions, and gives a glimpse of the financial freedom that his drive and determination have granted him.

Having a trusted network of professionals to rely on can not only maximise an investor’s chance of success, but also help them avoid costly mistakes. In this episode of the Property Showcase, host Grace Ormsby chats with InvestorKit’s Tim Watson about who investors need to have in their property team, and why these figures are important. Tim explains how investors can connect with trusted professionals to get the best support, and the importance of good communication in making sure these relationships are working efficiently and effectively for everyone involved. In this episode you will also hear: What investors should consider when choosing a buyer’s agent, accountant, mortgage broker and financial adviser. How a property investment team should be able to work together. Why investors may want to consider engaging additional professional services depending on their portfolio needs. If you have any questions for Tim, you may contact him at tim.watson@brickstowealth.com.au or visit www.brickstowealth.com.au

Home owners around the country are waiting for the Reserve Bank of Australia’s next cash rate call with bated breath – but the cut everyone is waiting for has been taking longer than expected.    On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby speaks with Finni Mortgage’s Sharon Xie about the complex factors affecting today’s economic climate.    They discuss the close relationship between rent prices and inflation, revealing how the ever-climbing costs of essential services are putting a dampener on cash rate optimism.    The pair also chat about the alternative pathways that property investors are taking as they seek to adjust their property strategy to the climate of the times. 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, X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insight

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Auction numbers stay high; NSW Property Commissioner Speaks Out on Netstrata Controversy; and Why Investors won’t be harmed by WA Rental Law Overhaul Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

For the 48th instalment of the Inside Commercial Property podcast, hosts Scott O’Neill and Phil Tarrant take a look at what the next decade could bring commercial markets the country over. Ageing population, migration, geopolitical tensions and global economic trends are all set to have an impact on Australian property over the next decade. In this episode, we unpack the strategies commercial property investors can implement to mitigate risks and capitalise on new and emerging opportunities, while maximising the generation of cash. 

A major health scare pushed one South Australian tradie to turn his business acumen towards property. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant speaks with Tom Lindsay, an Adelaide-based plasterer and business owner who now commands an impressive five-property portfolio. Tom shares his journey from a young, hardworking apprentice to the successful business owner and investor he is today. He also talks about how his work as a plasterer has given him a unique insight into the ins and outs of Adelaide’s suburbs, and given him an unparalleled knowledge of his local 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, X (formerly 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

Do you know the difference between your borrowing and interest expenses? What about the distinction between property repairs and capital works? The Smart Property Investment Show’s Grace Ormsby once again sits down with the Australian Taxation Office Assistant Commissioner, Rob Thomson, to ensure investors are not only aware but up-to-date on what their obligations are come tax time. With the aim of making sure all of Australia’s property investors get their rental returns right at tax time, Rob shares the common traps investors may fall into, and arms them with the information and resources they may find useful throughout their investment 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, X (formerly 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

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Rental growth drops below 10% for the first time in two years; Millennials are choosing travel over mortgages; and Which two states are best for affordability? Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms.

Steve Waters, leading buyer’s agent and one half of Right Property Group, has left a powerful legacy for the Australian property investment community. In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Right Property Group’s Victor Kumar come together to reflect on the life and legacy of Steve Waters.   They hear moving tributes from former clients, industry peers and friends whose lives were touched by Steve’s decades-long property career. Phil and Victor reflect on the future of Property Investing Insights, and how they can continue to honour Steve’s legacy going forward.

An investor with 30 properties in his portfolio reveals the guiding principle of his long-term investment strategy. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby welcomes Bharat Patel back to the show to provide an update since he last shared his strategy for buying 22 properties in just two years. Bharat has continued to expand his portfolio, but the tactics he’s using and his plans for the future have changed. He explains why development has become an increasingly interesting prospect for where he is in his investment journey. The investor also lays out his thoughts on weighing the need to have cash on hand with the long-term benefits of making wise investment decisions. The duo talk about how property investing can benefit from a partnership, such as what Bharat has experienced with his wife’s support, and delve into the opportunities that exist in this current market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by follow