Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

Without any prior knowledge of equity, this investor deep -dived into the property market at the cusp of the pandemic and hasn’t looked back since. Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with Antony Joseph Crossman, an aggressive investor who built his 9-property portfolio by listening to podcasts and doing a good amount of research. Antony, who still works full time in tech, delves into how he bought his first investment property, what motivates him to keep on going, and explains how he built his $5.5 million portfolio without even seeing half of the properties he purchased. He also shares lessons from his property investment journey, such as getting the right property manager, investing in landlord insurance, and the importance of data in looking for properties with good capital growth to help build passive income. 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 Linke

It’s often said that local knowledge is vital to any investor’s success, but this investor also emphasised the importance of building good business relationships throughout your investment journey. We’re not leaving any stones (or state) unturned, so in this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Chris Sierzant, who shares with us how he (along with his wife) leveraged the power of local knowledge and connections to create a successful six-property portfolio in Tasmania in just over two years. The Hobart-based investor, who works in community services, looks back on how they started their investment journey by learning everything about real estate, explains how strategic renovations have helped them build significant equity and emphasises the importance of having a long-term property investment plan. Chris also touches on their plans for their portfolio and their investment strategy in the next 24 months. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a revie

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill bring you behind the scenes of a real commercial property decision-making process with Phil as the real-life client and Scott as the commercial buyer’s agent. In this unique podcast episode, the duo gives listeners the opportunity to hear how a buyer’s agent walks through a consultation with a client, with Scott drilling down on three commercial assets he presents to Phil. They discuss the pros and cons of each asset based on Phil’s criteria as a commercial property buyer and explore options that could give Phil the best deal for his investment.

Property investing is a little like cricket. If you start in your 20s, you’re playing a test match – you can take your time. If you start in your 50s, that’s Big Bash, and your strategy and skills might need to be substantially different. In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Paul Glossop, director of Pure Property Investment, to discuss the patience that’s needed in your property investment journey and the lessons that can be learned about that virtue from Australia’s favourite summer sport. The duo also make some projections for the year ahead, tackling the two major issues of supply and the rising cost of building or renovating due to supply chain issues. Paul shares some of the questions potential renovators might have right now in the face of elongating time frames and increasingly more expensive resources. They also look at how the rental market is expected to perform in the year ahead, with the pair predicting good news for investors. If you like this episode, show y

After working in lending for more than a decade, this investor reverse-engineered his learnings and skills to successfully crack into the property market. In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with Adrian Player,  who shares with us how he transitioned from being a mortgage broker into a real estate investor using the knowledge and skills he has accumulated throughout his years working in the property industry. The Sutherland-based investor walks us through his buying process and also talks about the impact of COVID on his investment strategy before touching on his next plans for his continuously growing portfolio. Adrian also gives us interesting insights, such as: how to use Bunnings’ locations as an indicator on where to invest, how granny flats can add value to your investment properties, and what tax strategies maximise returns. 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 socia

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.

Warning: This show has been marked as explicit The last time we checked in with this investor, he had 18 properties under his belt. Now, not only has he reached his personal goal of buying 30 properties at 30 – he’s surpassed it. In this long-awaited update, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Sam Gordon, the director of Australian Property Scout and a full-time real estate investor, to give us an insider’s look at his formidable 31-property portfolio spanning several states. Sam looks back on how he started his investment journey at 19 with a lemon unit buy, shares how his goalposts moved throughout the years, and highlights the strategies employed to achieve his $15 million-valued portfolio. Phil also questions Sam about his thoughts on buying houses versus units, metropolitan versus regional, and which locations he has on his radar for his next buy. You can follow Sam’s journey by listening to the podcasts below: LIFESTYLE BY DESIGN: Bunnyhopping to the top of the property ladde

An inside look at Perth’s property market You asked. We listened. Whether you’re a first-time buyer or it’s been a while since you last waded into the Western Australian real estate market, we have the inside scoop on what’s happening in this booming region. In this episode, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Damian Collins, the president of the Real Estate Institute of Western Australia (REIWA) and the managing director of Momentum Wealth, to give us an all-inclusive update on the current market conditions in the state – particularly in Perth. The local expert enumerates the different economic, political, and geographical factors that have fuelled Perth’s property market boom despite it being closed for almost two years by the coronavirus pandemic. He also shares why the market will see sustained growth not just in 2022 but in the coming years as well. The duo also takes a deep dive into why investors should not follow the herd when it comes to investing. *This episode was recorded just

Lifestyle By Design is a new podcast hosted by Ben Handler for Smart Property Investment, which delves into the challenges and opportunities of turning property into a fun, rewarding, and flexible career. In the sixth episode, Ben sits down with Matt Sharp of Sharp Property Buyers, a buyer’s agent operating out of NSW’s booming Central Coast. Matt shares his apprehensions and excitement at tackling a new career opportunity after an extended stint in the corporate sector – and reveals the importance of not only learning from all-star agents who are out there but also striking up strong relationships with them. The Central Coast local also shares his perspective on the region’s market, details what he expects from buyers and sellers in 2022, lifts the lid on taking a “long-term view”, and shares some background into his business’ team-based strategy.  

2021 was a phenomenal year for the property market, but some say “good times don’t last forever”. This expert says using military strategies can help you prepare for whatever 2022 may bring you. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Lachlan Vidler, owner of Atlas Property Group and author of the book Military Guide to Property Investment, to talk about five key points to achieve your new year property goals. Lachlan also shares how common mistakes in investing can be avoided using solutions that are easily within reach. The duo talks about integrity as the foundation for nurturing relationships with clients and your network, the need to continuously professionalise the investment property sector, and the simple yet powerful secret to help you pivot and level up your property investment game. 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

Founded and headed by real estate industry veteran and expert Sam Gordon, Australian Property Scout is an investment buyer’s agency service that specialises in off-market, below-market and value-add purchasing. The agency prides itself in focusing on deals that provide both cash flow and equity increases from the day the investment is purchased, which allows clients to grow their portfolios in a reliable, safe and predictable manner. No matter if it’s your first or 100th investment property, Australian Property Scout’s highly rated team of experts will ensure you are making the best possible purchases at the best possible price. In this episode, Tom Gilmore sits down with Sam Gordon, the director of Australian Property Scout and also one of the finalists for the REB Awards 2022 Buyer’s Agent of the Year category, to count off major tips that will help investors hit the ground running in 2022. In this episode, hear from Sam about: The importance of assessing the market and its location How to avoid getting “o

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. 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@

Can you kick off your property investing journey with just $7,000? This investor says it’s not as impossible as it sounds. Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with Yong Zhang, who walks us through how he jump-started his investment property journey by betting on the four figures in his bank account and his determination to build wealth through real estate. The Sydney-based investor gives us a personal look at how he (along with his wife) learned the ropes of investing in property by overcoming the several hurdles they faced and celebrating the wins they experienced throughout the 10-year expansion of their portfolio. Now with a portfolio valued at around $13 million, Zhang also imparts nuggets of wisdom they have collected over the years, including doing your homework, how to strategically use your equity for your next purchase and why learning should be a never-ending process for investors. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and b

Have you ever thought about when you will finally achieve financial freedom? This investor found out – and decided he wanted to retire earlier with the help of property investing. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Nick Valois, an associate director at KPMG Australia, who recounts how he came to the life-changing decision to invest in property after a wake-up call (from a retirement calculator’s results) that he would need to work until he’s 65 or more to have a comfortable post-work life. Nick, who started his career journey as an apprentice carpenter, shares how his several decades of experience in construction and site management have given him the knowledge to avoid the common pitfalls that investors make when it comes to renovating/extending properties. The duo also talks about the ups and downs in Nick’s seven-year investment journey while reflecting on the valuable lessons learned along the way and touching on Nick’s future portfolio plans. If you like this episode, show your s

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill are joined by Scott’s wife, Mina O’Neill, to lift the lid on the couple’s portfolio. Scott and Mina take the opportunity to reveal how they’ve put their business strategies into practice and share insights into their decision to shift the direction of their holdings with a pivot to focus on commercial assets. The trio discuss the two components of managing a portfolio: operational management and strategy management, and Mina delves into some of the reasons why they personally have come to feel a property is no longer working for them and the opportunities that open up.

The newly elected president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) gives his take on 2022. To kick off the new year with a bang, Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with real estate agent Hayden Groves to unpack his expectations for the coming year from both a professional sense – and a property market position. The pair touch on politics, the upcoming federal election, stamp duty, and open borders, before Hayden shares his own recent encounter with the Western Australian Premier. 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.

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 a special end-of-year episode, Smart Property Investment’s editorial team reflect on the biggest stories to hit Australian shores in 2021. Join Grace Ormsby and Juliet Helmke as they look back at the news articles that captured the full and undivided attention of our audience across the past 12 months – and remind investors of their implications on the property market. As our journalists look towards 2022, they hype up what investors can expect from a brand-new year and unpack their own predictions for the 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.

This chief executive has spent decades in Australia’s Top End – and sees a sustainable future for the territory’s property market. Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with Real Estate Institute of the Northern Territory (REINT) CEO Quentin Kilian. While he’s about to make a career and scenery change of his own, he sees plenty of opportunities up north for opportune property investors. Quentin will be moving into the CEO role with the Real Estate Institute of Victoria (REIV) early this year and shares his perspective of the differences between the property markets across both jurisdictions. He sees the upcoming year as a positive one for the industry and shares some of his expectations 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or he

Lifestyle By Design is a new podcast hosted by Ben Handler for Smart Property Investment, which delves into the challenges and opportunities of turning property into a fun, rewarding, and flexible career. In the fifth episode, Ben sits down with Lachlan Vidler, owner of Atlas Property Group and author of the book A Military Guide to Property Investment, to discuss how he brought what he learned from the navy to grow a robust and dynamic property business. Lachlan shares the importance of integrity by practising what you preach and explains how to use the power of transformative growth when venturing into uncharted paths like property investment. He highlights why having a “can do” mindset is key and advises setting up systems to do business anywhere in the world. The former Royal Navy officer and multi-degree holder helps young and hardworking people start in property investment with zero knowledge and guides them to make informed decisions and grow their portfolio.