Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

The Smart Property Investment team is on hand to unpack the latest breaking news for the real estate sector. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby is joined by Juliet Helmke, Orana Durney-Benson and Sebastian Holloman to break down the stories that piqued readers’ interest in recent weeks. From class actions to work-from-office directives, the team takes a critical eye to what current affairs can continue to impact the property investment sector for the months and years to come. 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.

Organising the documentation you need to buy a home can feel like a headache for even the average worker, let alone if you run your own business. But the process is not as complicated as it may first seem. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, mortgage broker Robert Le joins host Phil Tarrant to delve into the details of securing a mortgage when you’re self-employed. The pair dive into some of the different documentation that business owners may need to provide when looking to secure a mortgage, and discuss the importance of having a good accountant who can get the books in order and position business owners to borrow. They also share some strategies that self-employed property hunters may want to look into if they’re considering buying in the near future. 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 wi

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: NSW wins back $9 million from first home buyers ‘gaming the system’; Property transaction scams are on the rise this spring; and The ACT finalises its Territory Plan for housing reform. 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.

Can you spot the difference between good debt and bad debt? In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar speak with Phil Tarrant about how to secure finance in a challenging economic landscape. The Kumars emphasise the importance of getting your financial baseline right first before venturing into unknown waters, and explain why it’s essential to focus on your holding costs. They also reveal why a top-quality broker and accountant are worth their weight in gold for property investors hoping to hit success.

Australia’s financial regulation may be in for a shake-up to support lending to first-time buyers. In this episode, Liberal senator Andrew Bragg shares what the new home ownership inquiry, recently launched by the Senate, will look at and why he wants to hear from stakeholders in property, mortgage broking and beyond. The shadow assistant minister for home ownership shares with listeners what the Senate economics references committee aims to address with this inquiry, and what else he feels could be done to improve first home ownership in Australia. 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.

From passive income to infinite rental growth, the property investment space is full of grand promises – but the maths does not always add up. On this episode of The Property Nerds, InvestorKit founder and CEO Arjun Paliwal has a tough conversation about learning how to distinguish daydream from reality. Stressing the importance of getting your numbers right, he warns investors about common data pitfalls that can lead to unrealistic financial projections. Arjun also drops hints about a change coming to The Property Nerds in the months to come, as his family gets ready for an exciting new chapter.

The hard work that it takes to be at the top of your game as a dance professional prepared one property investor well for the dedication he needed to build a successful portfolio. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby speaks with Cristian Basescu, professional Latin dancer turned property investor. Christian explains how his creative profession led him down the entrepreneurial path of starting his own dance business, which introduced him to clients who opened his eyes to the potential of property investment. Christian explains what he and his wife learnt about buying property from their first purchase, and how they educated themselves to become better informed for their next acquisition. The duo also discuss what the future plans are for Christian’s property portfolio now that he has a stable foundation on which to grow. 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: 

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: 10 Melbourne suburbs have been named for high-density development; Intercity migration has cooled to pre-pandemic levels; and Australian auction volumes are on the up. 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.

How can a self-managed super fund (SMSF) dovetail into one’s property portfolio plans? A brand-new guide is here to help.  Following the launch of Using an SMSF to invest in property: A guide for novice and seasoned investors, SPI’s Grace Ormsby sits down with InvestorKit’s senior portfolio strategist Adrian Lee to unpack what investors need to know about the retirement vehicle – and how it can be used by savvy investors to build out a strategic property portfolio who may otherwise be struggling with cash flow and serviceability.  Flagging the biggest mistakes individuals can (and unfortunately do) make, Adrian also explains the process that goes into creating an SMSF, before sharing insights into the tax breaks and cost considerations investors must know – for beginners and experienced investors alike!  You can access the brand-new SPI guide here. 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: Facebo

By focusing on fundamentals, the latest data shouldn’t cause investors alarm, according to Sam Gordon. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant is joined by Australian Property Scout’s Sam Gordon to talk through the current state of Australia’s rental markets, debating whether or not rental growth really is coming to an end. Sam then shares how the flexibility and increased borrowing power gained through rentvesting have been integral to his own investing success, and details that the strategy has become increasingly viable for investors who want to quickly build a substantial property portfolio. 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: How is financial regulation impacting first home buyers?; The latest in NSW’s mission to reform the strata sector; and Auction volumes warm up in anticipation of Spring. 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 one British investor, breaking from family tradition was the impetus he needed to create wealth in the long term. On this episode of the ADF Property Podcast, co-hosts Grace Ormsby and Discover Buyers Agency’s Kane Dury chat with Ross, a former British Royal Marine Commando whose property journey started in his early 20s. Ross’ life changed when he picked up a book about property investment, which opened his eyes to the possibility of passive income. From the UK to Queensland, Ross has accumulated a wealth of high-yield properties that are now generating impressive annual rental returns.

As spring looms ever closer, it’s time for another editorial update. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby is joined by journalist Orana Durney-Benson to recap some of the biggest stories in property over the past month. Unpacking the latest rate decision, they ponder on the next six months of sentiment among Aussie buyers, before discussing the latest legislative updates and what they will mean for investors, and what Sydney’s planning spree could offer the city’s residents over the next decade. 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.

It always pays to do extra checks. On this episode of The Property Nerds, InvestorKit founder and CEO Arjun Paliwal returns after a stint away from hosting duties to focus on his health. Stressing the importance of always getting your check-ups, Paliwal turns his attention from exercising care on a personal level to an investment one, delving into the world of due diligence. The investment expert catalogues some of the common and not-so common elements that should be considered as part of due diligence, and helps property buyers assess what they need to think about before entering into a contract. He also explains how to weigh up the risks of a potential acquisition, and shares why a checklist can be an investor’s best friend.

Stuck in analysis paralysis? Here’s how to know it’s the right time to take the plunge. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance speak with Peter, a new investor who started his property journey in 2021. With no assistance from friends or family, and no existing home to leverage, Peter built up his deposit savings from scratch. Peter shares how anxiety about choosing the “perfect” property slowed him down at first, and how jumping into the deep end ultimately paid off. 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: One in five Australians have lived with an ex to save money on housing; Perth Unit Prices hit decade-high; and auction volumes get ready for Spring. 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.

Barred from borrowing any more money? Investing in a trust may not be the solution you think it is. On this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop sit down with chartered accountant Munzurul Khan of KHI Partners to dispel widespread myths around buying property in a trust. The trio discuss why trusts don’t necessarily offer unlimited borrowing potential, and explore the challenges of snagging a positively geared property in Australia. Munzurul shares his checklist of essential calculations all investors must do when setting up a trust in order to prevent mishaps and ensure success.

The pandemic may have kicked off the wave of city dwellers embracing regional life, but the latest figures show that the trend is here to stay – so long as investment in housing can keep pace. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, SPI’s Juliet Helmke is joined by Liz Ritchie, CEO of the Regional Australia Institute (RAI), to break down the challenges and opportunities that exist in the country’s rural and regional areas – and why supporting these communities is essential to balancing Australia’s housing market. The CEO shares the organisation’s data on past and continued internal migration flowing from big cities into regional areas. The duo discuss how trends like remote work have been integral to supporting Australians who are making the move. Liz also explains why non-metro areas often miss out on important funding to contribute to housing stock, and outlines how RAI is pushing major Australian brands to make meaningful contributions to the nation’s vast array of regional communities. If

Only time can tell if investment predictions come true. Six months on from SPI’s FAST 50 report, here’s how the expert panel’s forecasts have fared. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Pure Property Investment’s Paul Glossop dive into the data to not only explain why they made the suburb selections that they did for the latest FAST 50 instalment, but also why so many are proving correct. The duo reveal the suburbs that have seen the greatest price growth since being named on the list, and also unpack where many of these locations are in their market cycles. Phil and Paul provide an update on Perth, which has been drawing investors in droves over recent months, and give a glimpse into the markets that might be the Perth of the future. 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@smart

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Real Estate Institute of Australia CEO to take on a new challenge; Auction Volumes take a dip; and Is the great Australian dream over? 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.