Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

Refinancing your mortgage/s can be an arduous task, but idleness can become an expensive endeavour. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant once again sits down with Eva Loisance of Finni Mortgages to take stock of the 2024 mortgage market. Eva shares the case study of a couple who saw their monthly mortgage repayments skyrocket from $4,500 per month to nearly $14,000, and how they were able to turn things around by leveraging a 1 per cent serviceability buffer when refinancing through their broker. 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, 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.

Market hype is set to be strong in the months ahead – don’t let that distract you from your end goal. In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar discuss the challenges they anticipate as 2024 rolls out, sharing their perspective on what might lead some purchasers astray. Phil, Steve and Victor caution against paying too much attention to market noise this year, as success will be defined by good decisions that are specific to each buyer. Victor reminds that you’re buying the opportunity, not the area, and it’s important to align investments with personal circumstances.

It’s been a challenging 12 months for New Zealand property, but all that seems about to change. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Juliet Helmke speaks with Campbell Dunoon, LJ Hooker’s new head of network in New Zealand, to find out what’s in store for Kiwi property across 2024. Mr Dunoon explains the legislative changes set to come into effect this year that should spur investors into the market, and expounds on why the country is gearing up for a better performance in property than what was seen in 2023. The duo discuss what foreign investors find compelling about New Zealand property prospects, and delve into the markets that might be ripe for investment. 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, 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 sho

Off-the-plan buyers have to be prepared to play the waiting game, but for some it’s the perfect strategy. In the latest episode of The Pure Property Podcast, host Phil Tarrant and property investment expert Paul Glossop weigh up some of the pros and cons of getting in on the ground floor of a property development – or before the ground floor even exists, as the case may be. The duo welcome Gerald Touchard to share his journey from Paris-based chef to Australian buyer’s agent, who recounts how he built an international portfolio that spans across commercial and residential. But it’s in off-the-plan purchases that he has learnt some of his biggest lessons. Gerald recalls how some hurdles that he had to overcome in the purchase of a one-bedroom Waterloo apartment were ultimately worth it for the outcome, and shares his tips when considering buying before the home is built.

Having weathered its share of challenges, the Victorian property market is poised for recovery, with rewards for investors who know what to look out for in 2024. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby gleans valuable insight from Jacob Caine, president of the Real Estate Institute of Victoria, on navigating certain changes across the state to get the most out of Victorian property. COVID-19 challenges, a new wave of migration and changes to the state laws governing property investments have all impacted the Victorian market over the past few years. Mr Caine shares how confusion sewn by these circumstances have impacted market confidence, and explains the factors that investors need to be clear on to evaluate their strategy. The duo provide some predictions for performance across the state as 2024 rolls on, and discuss what a “new norm” might look like for Victoria going forward. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts

Late 2023 saw cash rates hit their peak in this rate rise cycle, but house prices did not drop. Who has been propelling the market forward? In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, CoreLogic’s head of residential research Australia, Eliza Owen, sits down with host Grace Ormsby to spill the beans on 2023’s residential property market. Eliza reveals how wealth levels skewed last year’s buyer profile, and why the “bank of mum and dad” might be ready to become more official. Looking to the year ahead, Eliza shares how shifting labour trends and savings levels will reshape the direction of Australia’s property market in 2024. 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, 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 auction snitches to growth suburbs, Australia’s property markets have had a booming start to the new year. In this editorial update, hosts Phil Tarrant and Grace Ormsby unpack the stories that have been hitting the desk this year. The pair chat about a brand-new app designed to combat price secrecy, the rise of stamp duty reforms, and the Sydney regions set for rezoning. 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, 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.

Geoff Lucas sits down with host Grace Ormsby to reflect on the property market of 2023, and what’s to come as 2024 progresses. The Agency’s managing director and group CEO joins the latest episode of the Smart Property Investment Show to unpack the market conditions that drove 2023 – and how these conditions are set to change over the course of the next 12 months. He provides advice for buyers, agents, business owners and property managers on how to navigate the new-look year, and shares his expectations for markets across the country. You will also hear: Which markets are primed to surge? The Agency Group’s plans for 2024. The strategies agents may be using in the year ahead. 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, 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

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 of Property Unfiltered, we bring Stephen’s roller-coaster journey to financial freedom to light. He sits down with House Finder’s Simon Loo and Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby to share how his foray into property investment began in 2007 when he purchased his first property in Kogarah, Sydney. With next to no knowledge, he embarked on what would become a transformative venture. The property, initially bought for $442,000, appreciated significantly, sparking a realisation in Stephen that property investment could be his golden ticket to passive income and early retirement. Despite initial success, Stephen’s journey has not been without its setbacks. A venture into property development in Pascoe Vale South, Melbourne, taught him a hard lesson when he bought a property that turned out to be a wreck. Instead of deterring him, it reinf

Many investors overlook tax depreciation, but they might be missing a key trick. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant speaks with tax expert Tuan Duong from Duo Tax Quantity Surveyors about how getting depreciation schedules right can save investors thousands of dollars. Tuan reveals insider tips on the best ways to turn property losses into tax deductions, and why it is essential to get a professional quantity surveyor on board. The pair also discuss vital insights that commercial investors are bringing across to their residential property strategy. 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, 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 Episode 44 of the Inside Commercial Property podcast, with your hosts Scott O'Neill and Phil Tarrant. In today’s episode, we delve into the different aspects of commercial property investing, discussing financial, economic, and market influences on the sector. We examine different commercial property asset classes, including office, industrial, and retail, assessing their market trends, yields, and growth potential. The conversation offers detailed insights for investing in commercial property and emphasises the importance of professional advice. Make sure to watch till the end as Scott and Phil provide their predictions for future market trends, making it a crucial episode for both experienced investors and beginners to the commercial property market. Learn more about Rethink Investing: Website: https://www.rethinkinvesting.com.au/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-o-neill-0b0aa151/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rethinkinvesting Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/rethinkinvesting/

What can the trends of 2023 tell us about a brand-new year? In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby sits down with Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance to take a look back at 2023 and the finance trends that shaped it – and how they’ll continue to have an impact on the mortgage and finance landscape in the year ahead. With a new year bringing new opportunities for buyers, Eva offers up her own wish list items for the year ahead, highlighting a positive finance terrain for anyone looking to advance their position in the world of 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, 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.

How a predisposition for understanding strategy and making quick decisions turned one athlete into an excellent advocate for buyers in property transactions. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant speaks with James Nelis, buyer’s agent at InvestorKit, about the increasing role that buyer’s agents are playing in the Australian property landscape, and why their popularity is on the rise. A seasoned AFL player from Brisbane, James exemplifies the diverse background from which buyer’s agents often emerge. The duo discuss the discipline, dedication and goal-oriented mindset that lend athletes to this career path. James also shares how his personal property journey informs his current work, and discusses the future of this rapidly growing subsector. 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team,

As we count down the days until the dawn of a brand-new year, Phil Tarrant sits back with real estate veteran Tom Panos to chat through the highs and lows of property in 2023.  From AI, to a two-speed market, to rate rises, development booms and busts, and government intervention – don’t miss this conversation with the Real Estate Gym founder, coach and auctioneer.  Recapping their thoughts on the year that was, the pair also turn their attention to the year ahead, offering their own predictions on what experts and everyday consumers alike can expect from a brand-new year.  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, 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.

With Australia at or near the peak of its rate cycle, it’s understandable that high interest rates have left many investors grasping for options to lower repayments. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant talks to Eva Loisance of Finni Mortgages about what it means to fall into “mortgage prison” and how investors can find themselves in this situation. For those who believe they’re tied to their current lender with no ability to change lenders, the duo break down some recent changes that might give borrowers some leeway to refinance, and how they can qualify.  The pair also delve into some strategies that borrowers might want to consider to allow themselves more choice with their money while budgets are tight. 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.

With proper planning in place, property investors can equip themselves to make quick decisions to grow their portfolios in 2024. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant catches up with Lachlan Vidler, director of Atlas Property Group and co-founder of Talvr, to discuss the outlook for the property market in 2024 and the importance of being proactive in managing property investments. Despite the challenges posed by rising interest rates and inflationary pressures, Lachlan remains optimistic about the property market in 2024, with demand predicted to outpace supply for some time to come.  But even with economic factors in investors’ favour, Lachlan cautions that success in property investment requires careful planning and execution. He delves into the importance of creating a portfolio plan, emphasising the importance of having a clear strategy in place. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property

The end of the year may be just around the corner, but The Property Nerds are back in full force, just in time for the holidays!   Leigh Paliwal returns to the show after a six-month hiatus, joining fellow property nerd Arjun Paliwal to give a run down on the year that was 2023 from both a finance perspective and a family one, before turning their attention to the opportunities in the year ahead.   And while many people are now at the point of putting off their financial considerations until 2024, the duo stress there’s no better time than the present to get your finances in order, especially in an environment where lenders are actively pivoting to maintain their competitive edge. 

Across Australia, there are 50 suburbs which smart investors will have their eyes on in the year to come. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant speaks with Pure Property Investment’s Paul Glossop about the regions that topped the FAST 50 2024 report released at the beginning of this year - and how they’ve fared in the 12 months since. The pair unpack why some suburbs are experiencing massive double-digit growth rates while others are being left behind, and share tips on how to pick a location that will offer strong capital growth and healthy yields without breaking the bank. They also explore the impacts of government policy on property investment, and the need to balance the needs of community members and investors as Australia looks to house its growing population. 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get i

When making strategic property decisions, it’s important to remember that Australia is not a single property market, but a collection of over 15,250 individual suburbs, with each behaving differently. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant speaks with Simon Buckingham, director at Results Mentoring, and Brendan Kelly, CEO at Property Predictions – who are co-directors at Results Mentoring – to delve into the science behind predicting property market trends. The duo discuss the importance of understanding the supply and demand dynamics within each individual market, and share how they examine listings, sales and median price trends to forecast whether a suburb is likely to experience growth or decline in property values. 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartproper

Welcome to Episode 43 of "Inside Commercial Property" podcast. Join your hosts, Scott O'Neill and Phil Tarrant, as they engage with Son Pham, Principal of Rethink Financing and a seasoned expert in commercial property investment. Son brings a wealth of knowledge in commercial property, sharing his insights and strategies for thriving in this specialised investment sector. In this episode, we explore the latest trends and opportunities in commercial property investment, discussing the nuances of portfolio management, asset leveraging, and key market dynamics. Our conversation covers practical tips for both seasoned investors and newcomers to the commercial property scene. Son offers his unique perspective on building a resilient and profitable property portfolio, focusing on long-term growth and stability in the ever-evolving commercial landscape. Don't miss these expert perspectives on commercial property investment. Tune in and enhance your investment acumen! Learn more about Rethink Investing Website: http