Investing Insights With Right Property Group

In Episode 63 of the Investing Insights podcast, Victor Kumar and Steve Waters from Right Property Group have a detailed discussion on a wide range of topics including the pulse of the market, agent mechanics of listing a property in today's market, and insights into finance. The question most people tend to ask is, “Is now the right time to get into the property market?”. For each person, this will be a different answer depending on your own set of circumstances—It's not a clear answer. Investing is about timing the market in terms of YOUR set of circumstances. Eg Two years ago you couldn’t borrow due to thresholds and today you can. So potentially it is your time. It all comes down to being business orientated. Far too many people think the hardest part is purchasing. Actually, it is the reverse. It’s how you control the purchases and manage the years ahead of holding the asset. Buying within your own means. Buying on what YOU are trying to achieve by purchasing towards a plan. At times like this, y

What’s more important than headwinds is your plan to overcome them. On this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar discuss the Australian investing environment presently and how these added financial and geopolitical pressures are impacting investors. The trio discuss the internal factors that investors need to analyse and understand about themselves, their habits, and their motivation behind investing to ensure they can manage different market cycles. They also touch on reactivity versus proactivity, chat about why you shouldn’t buy for ego, and reflect on how cryptocurrency has influenced the property investment market.

In episode 90 of the Investing Insights Podcast, Steve and Victor discuss the 5 mistakes an everyday investor is either currently making or going to make in today’s market. Having twenty-plus years of experience in the property sector, including their own hands-on experience with their personal portfolios, both Victor and Steve have made these mistakes early on in their journey and do not want you to do the same. Listen in and take note so that you too do not fall into making these very mistakes that so many ill-informed investors make! 1) Chasing a high yield at the sacrifice of quality 2) Thinking that the cost of money, or the rate, is everything. 3) Protect your serviceability at all costs 4) Thinking you can time the market 5) Embrace the change Steve and Victor encourage everyone to be strategic, deliberate, and above all, prepared when it comes to their property investing journey. Tune in now for an in-depth look at what you need to know to avoid these mistakes. Need guidance in taking your fir

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.

In the face of changing market conditions, how agile is your property portfolio? In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar unpack the latest news shaking up the market – including stamp duty reforms, the rising cost of living and the rental accommodation crisis – and give their insights on the consequential changes it will bring on property investing landscape. The trio also explains that those who have buffered their portfolios for major fluxes are those who will rise above the pack, while discussing how impostor investors or those who constantly followed the herd and built fragile portfolios will inevitably become a statistic in these rougher market waters. They discuss how investors can fine-tune their portfolios to become agile and lean, enumerate the questions investors should be asking themselves under current market conditions, and underline that any market downturn can be a golden opportunity if you’re armed with the right mindset a

For over 15 years, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar have experienced the ups, downs, the ins, and outs of many property cycles. As rates are once again on their way up, it could be easy to retreat without considering the potential opportunities that the current cycle offers. In episode 86 of the Investing Insights Podcast, Steve and Victor discuss how some elements of the market have over-performed well and truly and that is not healthy. Contractions in the market may well happen. This is cyclical and people need to realise that this is just another season. As cycles change, new opportunities arise and these may be disguised as wrapped up in problems! It is a matter of understanding how to unwrap the layers to solve the problem. Over the next 12-18 months there will be several types of opportunities to look out for - be aware though that not all investors' circumstances are suited to what will be available and therefore will be best to sit out. In this phase of the cycle, those who are prepared will come ou

“Everything is cyclical” in the Australian property market, so how do you navigate this time of increased uncertainty? In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar analyse and discuss the big housing issues currently facing the Australian market, especially considering the recent federal election. Affordability is one of the pressing problems facing the Australian real estate industry, and the trio break down what affordability truly means on their way to discussing the crisis and offering potential solutions to it. Additionally, the trio stress the importance of having a strategic, methodical, and self-assessing approach towards the uncertainty of Australia’s current property cycle. They also highlight the complex factors driving Australia’s current property shortage, examine the impact of economic cycles on the market and predict how the current cycle pans out.

Are you PREPARED as we enter this cycle? With the immense changes happening on the property front at the moment, gear up against these market factors by being aware of the current conditions, and understanding what you need to do as both a current property investor and a new investor. In this podcast, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar Directors at Right Property Group talk about the trillion-dollar question - INTEREST RATES and the impact both today and in the future. The finance cycle has changed, and they talk about how it's affected parts of the market, the impact on consumer mindset, and the pieces in and around it to shape consumer confidence. Steve and Victor make mention of the all too familiar doom and gloom media articles and caution to not take these headlines as fact when it comes to your property investing strategy. Rather dig further into the information and conduct your own research and due diligence. As we go through this episode, Steve and Victor will dissect some common questions, including:

On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Steve Waters, founder and director of Right Property Group, to run their eyes over some of the top stories currently trending online on Smart Property Investment. Highlighting the leading headlines dominating the industry, they lend their insights on what they all mean; unpacking subtle gentrification and its market impacts, the importance of social housing and what’s going on in the Melbourne market. In this episode, you will hear about: How inflationary pressures will impact the industry Why now is a good time to be investing in property “Micro-capitals” and their draw for investors

While headlines are filled with narratives of the property boom now in the rearview mirror, investors are advised not to listen to the Chicken Littles proclaiming that the real estate market is in freefall mode without accurate justification. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar and Phil Tarrant put a magnifying glass on the negative forecasts for the property market and give their insights as to why the prospects are not all doom and gloom for investors. As investors brace for several headwinds, including higher interest rates, potential property policy changes in the wake of the election, and other changes in the fundamental dynamics, the trio gives their best tips on how to prepare for shifts in the market. They also emphasise that there is no wrong time to enter the market and that true “investors” will not just chase market highs but seize opportunities for growth.

In this episode, Steve Waters & Victor Kumar talk about “burying your head in the sand”, a behaviour of many people regardless of what the issue may be. Life gets hard, curveballs are thrown, you make a poor choice, etc. Pretending whatever isn't happening, aka burying your head in the sand, will not solve it, and usually makes the situation worse. Life will give you lemons and how you receive and respond to those lemons will impact you, in either a positive or negative way. It is of greater benefit to be proactive rather than reactive. Easy to say when the media share it's all doom and gloom! However, sometimes these headlines can be misleading, so it is important before forming an opinion to read and digest the data carefully. Truth be told, most people tend not to worry about tomorrow, instead, living for now and bury their heads in the sand about the future. Nobody knows what’s going to happen. However, the key is to be aware of the narrative and prepare accordingly. So let's talk about the elephant

Over the years, property investors have, in one way or another, been on the receiving end of wrong advice fuelled by strong opinions in their investment journey. How, then, can you discern what is good advice or opinion from bad advice and opinion Hosts Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar believe that when making investment decisions, you must scrutinise your sources of information. The trio lays down the tenets of informed opinion and good advice that can shape an investor’s direction towards a robust portfolio. They also give examples of the worst and best advice given in the property investment industry in a bid to better prepare listeners who might encounter it.

For over 20 years of property investment experience, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar, with Smart Property Investment host, Phil Tarrant discuss foolproof property investment lessons learned over the last 2 decades. With first-hand experience, they cover all aspects of the investment process from sophisticated cash-flow management, to maintaining a good relationship with debt, to the power of pivoting according to market cycles, as well as: - common pitfalls for unsuccessful investors - the dangers of speculation - paralysis analysis - and, the potential for greed and ego to get in the way of effective strategising Tune in to know more about these important lessons that are applicable to you as an investor towards completing your goals and achieving a successful portfolio. Now’s the best time to learn and apply this to your strategy! This is originally released 2 years ago, and it’s one of our all-time favorites as it summarises so many golden nuggets that are important for both new and existing invest

With an avalanche of information drowning investors on a daily basis, how will you know if what you’re consuming is accurate or being manipulated to achieve certain outcomes? In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar, and Phil Tarrant tackle ways to determine relevant information for investors and the proper context for weighing in market predictions that will ultimately contribute to your investment goals. The trio breaks down events in the past decade that went against the flow of predictions and defines industry jargon that may be causing confusion and bad decisions. They also go back to basics by highlighting the benefits of investment fundamentals that can help you thrive in different market cycles.

In this Episode, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar from Right Property Group discuss the top 5 things you need to do to solidify your position in 2022. 2022 might just be the most dynamic year from the federal elections, the changes and movement in the cost of funding, media, consumers, as well as the resources on where and who to listen to regarding property advice, and many more elements can either make or break your portfolio. As the market evolves, and your goals change, these 5 major things can keep you in the momentum this year, or ever. 1. Get Liquid 2. Review and Re-assess 3. Finance 4. White Noise 5. Execute It may sound simple and easy to do, but the amount of progress in following these tips can make a big difference and impact your overall property journey. 2022 will be a huge year with all the moving parts, and if you don't change your approach, you'll be left behind. So, tune in to know more about how you can be in a position to take advantage of today's market and be equipped to pivot yo

As we usher in 2022, The Smart Property Investment Show marks the start of the year with another portfolio market update and talks about the nuts and bolts of refinancing investment properties. In this episode, Right Property Group’s Steve Waters joins host Phil Tarrant to take stock of how the portfolio performed in 2021 and devise a game plan to achieve further growth in the coming year. With the portfolio now valued around $8.5 to $9 million in valuation and going on a decade strong, Phil is looking to take things to the next level by releasing the equity locked up in properties for refinancing purposes. Steve gives his professional insight into the complex process of refinancing while highlighting the benefits the process can offer to property investors.

As Australians prepare to head to the polls in May, an expert advises investors to not get caught up in the political noise and instead focus on the laid-out policies as well as other real estate trends that are shaping the property market. In this episode, Right Property Group’s Steve Waters joins host Phil Tarrant to take stock of how the upcoming federal election is playing out and how its result will impact the country’s real estate markets and the economy. The duo also discusses the different demographic, economic, and political factors that have set the tempo for rental yield trends and look at headwinds that landlords face, such as interest rates, inflation, and rising unaffordability. They also lift the lid on the top real estate news that are trending and give their insights on the property market’s current state affairs.

2022 is turning out different than what experts expected, as the emergence of Omicron throws a spanner in the property market’s works. In a market riddled with uncertainty, having a little “strategic patience” can go a long way. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Steve Waters, Victor Kumar and Phil Tarrant remind investors to keep their heads on their shoulders when navigating the market by being flexible to changes in micro and macroeconomic policies and advise against “buying for the sake of buying”. The trio enumerates the factors and events that could shake up trends this year – including the upcoming federal elections, continued tightening of supply, a potential RBA rate hike, and further lending restrictions – before zeroing in on the ones that will truly shape the market conditions. They also touch on how investors can tweak their investment strategies to keep up with the ever-changing real estate market landscape.

As we wave goodbye to 2021 and ring in 2022, investors are advised to buckle up for a unique year that will be characterised by further federal regulation, diverse valuations and potential disruptions. To kick off the new year, hosts Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar talk about the property market trends that defined 2021 while identifying the different forces that will be in play and will be shaping the different sectors of Australia’s real estate market in 2022. The trio provide practical tips on how investors can position themselves for success in the coming year by avoiding potential pitfalls, being smart about their financing and adapting their investing strategies to keep up with the fast-changing property investment landscape. They also give their fearless forecasts about how 2022 will play out.

In this Episode, Victor Kumar and Steve Waters from Right Property Group discuss the major (and the not so obvious) factors that are shaping 2022. History once again repeats itself and we’ve seen this cycle many times before and have seen the obvious — liquidity factors, moratorium, custom money decreasing, loosening of credit policy, job security, rent increasing in some areas, government grants, and more. All these components, coming together then and now, will play a part in where you are today and in the coming years. Technology is one of the major factors that will continue to affect 2022. With everything digital, it has introduced us to a more streamlined, timely, and cost-efficient process. Now we are far more diligent, effective, and educated. Another scenario we are looking at is the shift of wealth for people who speculated and aggressively jumped into the market and want to go back to their usual lifestyle may cause revenge spending and debts that will surely affect the market. Along with the