Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

Four years and 50 episodes later, the Inside Commercial Property podcast has covered a lot of ground since its launch back in 2020. In a special 50th episode instalment, hosts Scott O’Neill and Phil Tarrant reflect on the very first episode, recorded in the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the exponential growth they’ve seen in the commercial investment landscape since. Acknowledging the “brilliant bull market” that’s been at play, the pair discuss management of multimillion-dollar portfolios, run through the most controversial episodes they’ve recorded, and answer the burning questions posed to them by listeners.

With strong local knowledge and an eye on the market, a property manager is an investor’s best ally. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with Tara Bradbury, property manager at Active Agents in Queensland’s picturesque Hervey Bay. The duo delve into the often-overlooked role of the property manager, whose job it is to track down tenants, keep the property up to scratch, and make sure money lands in the investor’s bank account every single week. The pair chat about how an investor can make themselves a property manager’s dream client, and unpack some of the digital technologies set to transform the industry. 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 qu

Can you explain your investment strategy to a five-year-old? In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Right Property Group power duo Victor and Reshmi Kumar to stress the importance of simplicity in one’s strategy. The Kumars talk through the value of “trying to make it fail” when it comes to purchase stress-testing, how they keep their strategy on course, why investors must be comfortable with being uncomfortable, and when to take calculated risks. They also emphasise the importance of accumulating scar tissue by having skin in the game – how you can teach the theory but you can’t teach experience.

From New Zealand to Perth, Aussie investors are setting their sights on new horizons – but what precautions should you take? On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant speaks with Scott O’Neill from Rethink Investing about the hidden pitfalls – and opportunities – of investing in unfamiliar locations. While extra care is needed, investors willing to take the plunge can uncover new opportunities for growth, such as earthquake-proofing New Zealand homes and buying up new build industrial property in hot markets. The pair chat about the untapped potential in commercial property, and remind investors why it’s vital to diversify your 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 r

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: South Australia’s new rental laws come into effect; A building supervisor is in the spotlight for negligence; and Auction volumes decline. 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.

With the end of financial year (EOFY) looming, Phil pulls in the big guns to find out how investors can maximise the returns on their properties – but they must act soon. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant is joined by Bradley Beer, the CEO of BMT Tax Depreciation, to chat through the costs and benefits of a tax depreciation report. The pair pore over Phil’s latest depreciation reports, explaining how they are put together, what they do, and why they can be so valuable when it comes to filing a tax return. Brad also flags the importance of investors getting ahead of tax season to put their property affairs in order, warning that investors only have until 30 June to order their report if they wish to make a depreciation claim for the 2023–24 financial year. Are you ready for EOFY? Featuring insights from Bradley Beer himself, check out the investor’s essential EOFY guide here.

Does the market determine the news or can news impact the market?  In this episode of The Property Nerds, Junge Ma, senior research analyst at InvestorKit, is joined by Dr Sunny Nguyen, who most recently served as an economist and analyst at the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) and has now joined Moody’s analytics as assistant director for APAC. The duo delve into the world of data, with Sunny explaining methods that she used at the RBA to quantify factors previously thought unquantifiable. She unpacks how economists can measure things such as popular sentiment towards housing by analysing the language used in media reports.  Sunny and Junge also talk about how the stories in the news can impact consumers’ decisions, and discuss the way that such data can be used to inform forecasts of likely behavioural shifts among buyers and sellers.

The need for speed; it’s important to construct a property portfolio for growth from the very beginning, or else you could be missing 10–20 years of gains. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant is joined by Lachlan Vidler, director of Atlas Property Group, to unpack how investors can best manufacture capital growth through market acceleration and savvy buys – while being very wary of barking up the wrong tree. Phil and Lachlan also discuss the valuable work being done by organisations such as the Property Investment Professionals of Australia, give their run-down on rates, and talk through the impact of tax policy decisions on Australia’s property markets. 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

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Are Australia's Homes Really Colder than Sweden in Winter?; Why Australians Face a New Retirement Challenge; and Auction Volumes set for slight dip 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.

When interest rates rise, so too do borrowers’ stress levels. On this episode, host Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance tackle the topic of interest rate anxiety and how it’s impacting Australians’ property decisions. With current experts predicting that a rate cut is a long way off, Eva offers her recommendations for getting the most from a lender in this current high-rate environment. The duo discuss various strategies, such as comparing lender offers and using that information to either negotiate a lower rate with your existing financial institution or making a switch. Eva also shares how property valuations can be strategically deployed to help refinance, and explains how different lenders will have different approaches to defining a property’s value. Finally, the pair stress the importance of maintaining good financial practices even during times of stress to ensure that home owners are setting themselves up to execute long-term strategies. If you like this episode, show your support by rating

Welcome to Property Unfiltered, a collection of raw and uncensored conversations with Simon Loo, alongside savvy investors who are achieving their goals. On this episode, Simon sits down with Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby to reflect on what they have learnt over the past five episodes. Despite coming from vastly different walks of life, all five guests have one thing in common: they set clear property goals and do not let their emotions get in the way. Simon shares his top advice for new investors getting ready to start their own property investment journeys, giving them key building blocks to achieve success.

No-grounds evictions could soon be off the table in NSW … but what does it all mean? And why should investors be concerned Ben Kingsley, chair of the Property Investors Council of Australia (PICA), sits down with The Smart Property Investment Show’s Phil Tarrant to unpack the potential 180-degree change away from current legislation in NSW. Pointing out different policies in play across the country, they then turn their attention to concerning changes taking place across Queensland and Victoria, before sharing how investors can ensure their voices are heard at a government and policy level. To complete the consumer survey from the NSW Legislative Assembly Select Committee on the potential changes to the Residential Tenancies Act 2010, click here. To complete PICA’s survey on why a landlord/investor would evict a tenant, click 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: Facebook, X (formerly

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Permanent ban for a settlement agent who spent clients’ property payments; examining Australia’s housing needs in light of population growth; and and what’s in store for auctions this weekend. 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 a property investor, your calculator is your best friend. In this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop welcome Lena Lindley, a senior buyer’s agent at Pure Property Investment, to talk about long-term investing and factoring in time to an investment strategy. Lena explains why she started out flipping properties but ultimately shifted to a different investment strategy. The trio discuss the importance of running the numbers and calculating performance over time to help make well-informed decisions. A strong grasp on the fundamentals of investing is integral to understanding how different factors can change a portfolio’s performance. The group discusses the importance of having a circle of trusted property professionals to help assess any moves an investor might be considering.

An ex-military veteran turned buyer’s agency director is on a mission to help others, particularly those in uniform, navigate the complex world of property investment. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant talks with buyer’s agent Kane Dury from Discover Buyers Agency about his transition from military service into property investment. Kane shares how an enduring interest in property has followed him throughout his life, eventually leading him to establish his own buyer’s agency where he focuses on supporting and educating the Australian Defence Force community. The duo also discuss the currently competitive state of the property market, and how military personnel and veterans can leverage the property-related benefits at their disposal. 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

While pursuing an aggressive strategy of building wealth, it’s important not to lose sight of the important things in life, and to take time out to enjoy what you’ve built. On this episode of The Property Nerds, host Arjun Paliwal shares some personal news and reflects on the importance of getting your priorities in order. He reminds listeners that health is a crucial part of building and protecting wealth. With this in mind, the investment expert delves into InvestorKit’s strategy for scaling portfolios, which follows the simple cycle of: acquire, optimise, and consolidate. He explains what this looks like from a practical perspective, and also discusses how investors might find the space in this aggressive approach to ensure that they’re able to enjoy the important things without sacrificing financial goals. Arjun gives a snapshot into what the next few episodes will look like, and some of the exciting data that the InvestorKit team will be bringing to listeners.

Deals aren’t just sitting there on the shelf, and a good buyer’s agent will set expectations from the outset. On this episode, host Phil Tarrant talks with Sam Gordon from Australian Property Scout about what buyer’s agents are able to deliver for their clients and how clear communication is foundational for that relationship. Sam shares some insight into what he tells new clients who come expecting his business to be able to uncover an immediate deal, and why he has to keep a careful eye on his customer capacity. The duo also discuss how buyer education is changing, and why the investors looking to purchase today are arguably more clued in to the market than they were 10-plus years ago. Interestingly, this has made them even more likely to use a buyer’s agent, and the pair share their thoughts on why this might be the case. 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) 

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: Over half of all Australian homes are at risk of natural disaster; Auction volumes get ready for a dip; and Which Sydney suburbs should luxury buyers keep an eye on? 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.

Many commercial investors don’t realise the unused potential of their rooftops. For the 49th episode of Inside Commercial Property, hosts Scott O’Neill and Phil Tarrant are joined by commercial property expert Paul Harmsworth, director of Rethink Renewables, to discuss how rooftop solar can be a tool for monetising commercial buildings. The discussion covers everything investors need to know about power purchasing agreements, which can allow a landlord to sell solar energy to a tenant at a discounted price. The trio also unpack all of the government goals and incentives that can be taken advantage of to increase a property’s value and revenue-generating potential.

This autumn, skyrocketing housing costs have led to an explosion of new trends among young Aussies. In this editorial update, journalists Juliet Helmke and Orana Durney-Benson discuss the biggest headlines to hit the desk in recent weeks. From Brisbane’s surprising gain over Melbourne, to revitalised regional migration and changing first home buyer preferences, the quest for an affordable home is changing the face of Australian property. 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.