Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

How to be comfortable with your financial position Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant is joined by Finni Mortgages’ Rebecca Carlson to chat through the benefits of gaining financial pre-approval: a concrete budget, faster approval processes, and increased credibility with real estate agents and sellers alike. The pair take the time to discuss de-risking the investment process and being proactive in mortgage management, and stress the importance of taking a long-term view of the market. 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.

It’s go time for Smart Property Investment’s newest show! Welcome to The Pure Property Podcast with Paul Glossop. Co-hosted by Phil Tarrant, this brand-new podcast is all about dissecting the fundamentals of property investing through discussions around large-scale property development – and everything in between. In the inaugural episode, Paul shares his background as the brains behind Pure Property Investment, and offers up some nuggets of advice to listeners. With the aim of arming listeners with valuable insights and strategies to build their own successful portfolio, Paul also takes the time to divulge some of the lessons he has learnt along the way to becoming a successful property developer in his own right.

There’s been some major cards dealt within the Smart Property Investment portfolio. Host Phil Tarrant sits down with Right Property Group’s Steve Waters to talk about why “it’s time to trade up” some of the assets contained within the portfolio, detailing the decision to sell off three properties in recent months. Phil and Steve run through the specs of each property and the heavy lifting each asset has done over the years since acquisition. With a desire to extract cash and minimise portfolio debt, the duo chart a path forward for the portfolio in the quest for future growth. 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.

This investor’s unique journey to acreage ownership on the NSW North Coast may have originally come on a whim – but it’s given her a practical and long-term view of property. Kate Aubrey sits down with Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby to chat through her unconventional path to property ownership, and the twists and turns that saw her build her own tiny home, take on a former banana plantation and seek out development approval for her forever home. Kate shares how she built up her confidence enough to become an owner-builder, discusses the long-term and opportunistic view she has taken of her land, and shows that a little bit of creativity, determination and a strong support network can go a long way in one’s property journey. 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.co

Analyst John Lindeman joins host Arjun Paliwal to unpack 25 core housing fundamentals across the country in 2023 as they compare to 2022. The Property Power Partners CEO and Arjun then turn their attention to market pressure, highlighting the impact felt by population growth and movement, before explaining why rising unaffordability isn’t the most accurate measure of market performance.   They also examine the most common mistakes made by economists who are predicting housing market trends, before John divulges his three favourite pieces of property data for the benefit of listeners.

Spring has certainly kicked off with a bang – a surge in listings has coincided with a surge in property updates. In this editorial episode, Grace Ormsby is joined by real estate journalist Kyle Robbins to unpack the biggest headlines and check in on ‘R U Ok? Day’. The pair talk about the latest political plays before turning their attention to the housing affordability crisis and the current chatter on ethics, and why real estate professionals are perceived so poorly in community discourse. 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.

Centring your investment strategy around trust and your teams is an easy and effective way to supercharge your portfolio position. In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant sits down with Goose McGrath from Dashdot and Eva Loisance of Finni Mortgages to chat through the need for goal alignment, finding the best people in the industry, and giving trust upfront to create a positive and empowering environment for investors. They also introduce the concept of minimum viable freedom, a formula that helps investors calculate their desired level of financial freedom and plan their property portfolio accordingly. While buying a single property may not require a team, investors looking to build a portfolio and achieve long-term wealth creation would be well-versed to surround themselves with professionals who are squarely in their corner, whether that be finance and mortgage brokers, property strategists, or even portfolio growth partners. If you like this episode, show your support by rat

Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with the head of research at CoreLogic Australia, Eliza Owen, to chat through all things spring. The pair first pay attention to the latest rate pause before looking at consumer sentiment and short-term resales, and what this could all mean for investors who are looking to pounce. They also cast their net further afield, turning their attention to summer and autumn 2024, before looking at the strange market data that’s turning heads across the country.  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 its latest cash rate call, the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) has set the scene for spring  – sparking discussions among property investors and home owners about the implications for mortgages and property prices. In this episode of Property Finance Uncut, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ chief executive, Paul Glossop, share the latest insights on current market conditions and advise property owners and potential investors to consider their options. The duo emphasise the importance of reviewing existing mortgages to ensure they are the most suitable for current market conditions, with the time ripe to explore better options, given the fact that banks are already reducing their fixed rates. 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 m

Spring’s now in full swing, and brings with it an entirely new set of market conditions. Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby is joined by senior journalist Juliet Helmke for this special editorial update episode. The pair analyse the latest auction results before turning their attention to the stabilising, yet still super low, vacancy rates across the nation. They also look at the unusual alliance that’s been formed in Sydney, and the unlikely advantages that come from acknowledging a housing crisis as a sticking point for business and health outcomes, too. 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.

It’s no secret that inflation, rising interest rates and continuing ripples from the pandemic have changed commercial investors’ bottom lines. But it’s also true that there’s plenty they can do to rebalance their financial equations. Co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill take a deep dive into the various cost-effective changes that can be implemented in commercial real estate holdings to up the financial return of assets. They catalogue seven strategies – from lease adjustments to methods of creating new income streams – that can transform the value proposition of a property. The duo also discuss some of the international factors that investors should be aware of in the months ahead as they plan for the management of their commercial property portfolios.

Hot off the press, Smart Property Investment sits down with the newly elected president of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA). Grace Ormsby chats to Melinda Jennison, who listeners may know from Streamline Property Buyers, following the news that she is taking the helm of the national advocacy body. Unpacking the role of REBAA and the infancy of buyer’s advocacy across the country, the duo then turn their attention to the current state of Australia’s property markets before drilling down into the Brisbane market and what investors must know ahead of the ’23 spring selling season. 

Are government schemes all they are cracked up to be? An investment expert weighs in. On this episode of The Property Showcase, Lorna Wang of InvestorKit sits down with host Grace Ormsby to discuss the pros and cons of the First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme in NSW. While the scheme aims to help first-time buyers enter the property market by providing stamp duty exemptions and concessions, Lorna offers a word of warning to would-be buyers in Sydney, sharing her insights into the challenges and limitations of the scheme when applied to a city as expensive as the harbour capital. In this episode, you will also hear: Who the First Home Buyer Assistance Scheme will and won’t benefit How scarcity is impacting Sydney prices The importance of due diligence when considering the scheme If you have any questions for Lorna, you can contact her at www.lornawang.com.au/

In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant talks to Eva Loisance of Finni Mortgages about the challenges faced by expats when it comes to securing finance for property investment in Australia. The duo discuss the fact that many expats living and working overseas have ample funds to invest, thanks to favourable tax arrangements and high-paying jobs. However, they often struggle to find suitable investment opportunities and face difficulty in securing finance due to their international income. Eva reveals her top tips for Aussies looking to invest from overseas, highlighting that lenders’ approaches often vary widely on this issue and that understanding their policies is key to finding a good fit. 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

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar discuss the importance of understanding property investment life cycles. They stress that property investing is not a linear journey, but rather a series of ups and downs and twists and turns, unpacking the need for investors to define their own goals and wealth-creation strategies and not get caught up in cliches or comparisons with others. They then address the need for constant decision-making and re-evaluation of one’s strategy  throughout the investing journey, and delve into the impact of media sentiment on investor behaviour, stating the importance of not following the herd. 

In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, host Grace Ormsby sits down with Mathew Tiller, head of research at LJ Hooker Group, to discuss the current state of the property market through the lenses of both sales and rentals. Looking at the current rate environment, and in the midst of talks by national cabinet, the pair also unpack some of the more unconventional ways that the government – and individuals – can do to lessen the impact of the current rental crisis. In this episode, you will also hear: How spring selling could play out Why rate decisions will continue to affect confidence What migration patterns to expect through the end of 2023  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

In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant talks to Lynda McNeill, director and founder of Inview Property Group, about the importance of having a strong team when investing in property. They discuss the significance of the “why” when it comes to property investment, with Lynda sharing how crucial it is for investors to understand not only why they are buying a property, but what their end goal is. Touching on the challenges facing property investors in the current market, Lynda also believes there is plenty of opportunity for experienced investors who are willing to take advantage of the current market conditions. 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.  

In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant talks to Luke Jorgensen, leasing and acquisitions operations manager at Defence Housing Australia (DHA), to discuss the prime investing opportunity presented in providing housing for Defence personnel. They discuss the benefits of leasing properties to DHA, including long-term, secure tenancies and the additional property care services provided, virtually taking the hassle out of maintaining your investment. They also touch on the findings of a recent report that compares the holistic cost of holding investment properties with the fees charged by DHA. Luke explains how DHA’s fees stack up against traditional property management costs, noting that by taking a lot of the unknowns out of the process of renting out a property — the vacancies during turnover for example — the overall cost is comparable or even lower than leasing your property on the wider market. Find out more about leasing your property to DHA - https://www.dha.gov.au/investing

In this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant talks to Eva Loisance of Finni Mortgages about investing in property with others and the challenges and solutions that arise when co-investing with siblings, friends, or partners. Eva outlines the concept of a Common Debt Reducer (CDR) policy, which enables co-investors to share the debt liability in a more equitable manner, before highlighting that many lenders assess joint investments as if the co-investors are individually liable for the entire debt, causing potential issues when circumstances change. She also points out the potential complications that can occur when co-investors’ circumstances change, noting the importance of clear legal agreements and proper planning. 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@smartpropertyinvest

Long-term planning is an important step, albeit one many might miss at the outset of their investment journey. Bushy Martin, author, podcaster and founder of KnowHow Property Finance, joins host, Arjun Paliwal, to discuss the planning patience that it takes to build a property portfolio and approach to investing that’s able to withstand the test of time. Bushy, whose sizeable portfolio spans the world, reveals some of the key numbers and metrics that he believes investors should be using to determine what their investment journey will look like during the design phase. Arjun and Bushy also discuss the importance of setting clear lifestyle goals to power your investment journey, both as motivation and so that you can tailor your approach to get what you really want out of life.