Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant speaks with Rohit Gehlot, director and principal buyer's agent at InvestorAid, about the current state and outlook of the Australian property market. They discuss how global geopolitical tensions, including the conflict in the Middle East, are contributing to higher fuel costs and adding to Australia's inflation pressures. With inflation potentially rising above the Reserve Bank of Australia's target band and exceeding 4.5 per cent, they note the resulting pressure on interest rates and investor sentiment. Despite this, Tarrant says the Australian property market still offers opportunities for prepared, well-capitalised investors. Gehlot shares his own journey, building a portfolio of 13 properties worth around $13–14 million after entering the market in 2021 during a period of low interest rates and strong liquidity. The pair also discuss potential policy changes around capital gains tax discounts and negative gearing, which could infl