Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

Don’t draw the curtains on 2021 just yet! To round out this rollercoaster of a year, we look back and reflect on the most-listened-to episodes on the SPI Show. ‘Tis the season to wrap things up, and in this very special episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby and Tom Gilmore take a closer look at the top four episodes that stood out from the pack and made a strong impression on listeners in 2021.  With topics ranging from fan favourites such as “From a dud buy to a 12-property-strong portfolio: How this investor did it” and host-picked episodes such as “The mathematics of property investing: How to plan, where to search and what’s coming”, the duo talks about the highlights and learnings from each episode while also sharing their insights on how 2021 was the year of a mixed bag of disruption, change, and 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 Li

No matter where you are in your property investment journey, the road to the desired outcome of long-term wealth creation can be difficult without having the right strategy and goals in place.  A Military Guide to Property Investing: A targeted approach to conquering your goals is an easy-to-understand guide that aims to educate everyday Australians on how they can begin their own property investment journey with military precision and efficiency.  Drawing valuable learnings from their respective military backgrounds, authors Lachlan Vidler and Tori Colls provide readers with a one-of-a-kind guide to strategic property investment that can be used to find their own pathway to property investment success. In this episode, Tom Gilmore sits down with one of the book’s authors,  Lachlan Vidler, who is also the director of Atlas property group and one of the finalists for 2022 REB buyer’s agent of the year, to talk about how investors can position their portfolios for success in the coming year. In this episode, h

There is no shortage of gloom-and-doom forecasts for next year, but this expert urged investors to keep their heads and not be disheartened by talks of a market decline in 2022. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Sam Gordon, the director of Australian Property Scout, to unpack how investors can avoid being overwhelmed by the market hubbub and build a solid investment strategy going into 2022. Sam, who is shortlisted for the REB Awards 2022 buyer’s agent of the year category and whose business is also one of the top contenders for buyer’s agency of the year, shares his insights on how to strategically close a property market deal and what should be on every investor’s checklist when signing the dotted line. The duo also talks about the issues making noise on the real estate scene, such as interest rates and growth forecasts, before touching on the emerging trends and property hotspots investors should look out for in 2022.

On the latest episode of The Property Nerds podcast, self-proclaimed data nerds Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal take a look at what the latest lending figures reveal about investor activity. Arjun, head of research at InvestorKit, and Leigh, director of Hills Finance, discuss recent figures from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) that indicate investor borrowing is gaining steam.  They also look at the recent uptick in loans being facilitated by mortgage brokers and discuss why going direct to a bank is proving less popular now than in years past. The duo take a microscope to housing affordability, looking at it from a loan serviceability standpoint, by explaining their new analysis of whether Australia’s 33 most populous regions are overvalued or undervalued. 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 edi

Refinancing may feel like the only viable way to access finance for some property investors. However, this expert says just because you can do it, it doesn’t always mean you should. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Godfrey Dinh, founder and chief executive at Futurerent, to talk about how refinancing may not be the best option for some investors who are looking to fund their next investment property purchase. Godfrey also discusses how emerging fintech and proptech platforms such as Futurerent can provide financial solutions that will be optimal for any property investor’s circumstances. The duo also talks about the pros and cons of refinancing, why it pays to explore all your options, and the importance of doing your due diligence when it comes to financing. Find out more about Futurerent and what it can offer 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, Twitt

Co-ownership sounds like a complicated affair, but this expert thinks that finding the perfect match can be easy and convenient with the right tech (and mindset). Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Ayumi Uyeda, the founder of the mortgage-sharing matchmaker platform Proppie, to talk about how co-ownership could be anyone’s one-way ticket for those who want to get a slice of the property market pie. Ayumi shares how growing up with previous generations that have put high importance on investing in property eventually motivated her to leave her full-time job to pursue her passions: tech and property. The duo talks about how technological changes have changed the way people buy property, what benefits a co-ownership set-up offers to both owner-occupiers and investors, and why it should be considered a new norm in the industry. Find out more about Proppie's website, here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill talk about how it’s the most wonderful time of the year – to buy commercial property, that is. While buying commercial property through a self-managed super fund (SMSF) offers great financial advantages, it’s not easy to learn the ropes of the process. Whether your wishlist includes an industrial, retail or office space, there are things you should check on your list twice when purchasing commercial real estate. In this episode, Phil gives us a personal and in-depth look at the common questions that buyers have in mind throughout the buying process, while Scott provides his expert knowledge about the ins and outs of financing, budgeting, target rental yields, cash flow and more. The duo also touches on the major differences between commercial and residential real estate investing.

While it’s beginning to look a lot like normal for the property market (and Australia), the year-end presents a good opportunity to look back on how 2021 unravelled and what’s in store for 2022. In this very special episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Grace Ormsby brings back listener-favourite Andrew Wilson from Bluestone Home Loans to unpack some of the predictions that the expert has correctly surmised at the start of the year. The duo looks into how market disruptions that occurred before and during the pandemic have set the scene for the real estate market dynamics in 2021 and how current trends will flow into the following year. Mr Wilson also gives his expert insights on recent topics that are making a buzz in real estate, including interest rates, further lending restrictions, migration and rent yields, while advising investors to take popular predictions with a grain of salt. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following

Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Paul Glossop, CEO of Finni Mortgages, to help first-time investors know how to make that first step and break the barriers to financial freedom, security and net worth they aspire for. Paul shares the linchpin of a successful property investor so you can make those key decisions for your first purchase that will propel you to spot other opportunities for future investments regardless of market conditions. The two experts highlight the importance of nurturing relationships with people who can help you build your A-team in order to make crucial decisions in your property investment journey, while also explaining the benefits of always being “finance ready” as a property investor. 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

As talk of an impending rate hike heats up in recent weeks, investors are urged to be critical of the rhetoric of gloom-and-doom surrounding the market and instead focus on fortifying their real estate portfolios. When talking about interest rates, hosts Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar say that investors should not ask if and when it will change, but how they can prepare their portfolio when the inevitable monetary policy tightening occurs. The trio also give their expert advice on how investors can prepare for changes to supply and demand dynamics, economic trends and further tightening of lending buffers.

Do you daydream of having a spur-of-the-moment road trip to travel around Australia or anywhere in the world? This investor says it’s possible – thanks to property investing. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Chris Straughan, an investor fresh off from an almost one-year lap around the best spots in the country, to provide insight on how real estate investing helped him and his family pursue their wanderlust and live a comfortable nomadic lifestyle. Chris shares the story of how they built up their portfolio and reflects on how having passive income from their rental properties has helped them to recalibrate their perspectives on different aspects of life. The pair also talk about the highlights of living life on the road while discussing his future plans for both his family and his 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, Twitter and LinkedIn. If

The brainchild of leading proptech and industry experts Doron Peleg and Pete Wargent, BuyersBuyers’ mission is to help buyers every step of the way in the world of real estate. The online platform, which labels itself as “for buyers and only for buyers”, aims to level the real estate playing field by connecting people who are looking to buy property with some of the best buyer’s agents around Australia. With the use of sophisticated proptech, up-to-date proprietary data, and latest offerings such as the Where to Buy report, BuyersBuyers is changing the way Australians buy property – for the better.  In this episode, Tom Gilmore sits down with Pete Wargent, the COO and co-founder of BuyersBuyers, to discuss how to successfully buy and invest in property beyond your backyard. In this episode, hear from Pete about: What data should buyers focus on when buying properties interstate Why you should not be limited to your local area when buying property  The importance of making data more user friendly for buyers

Investing in real estate can be daunting, but the start of that property yellow brick road can be as easy as building good financial habits, according to this investor. Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby sits down with Daniel Lamp, a doctor who shares how he embarked on his real estate investment journey while being a full-time health practitioner. Daniel shares how he built healthy financial habits at a young age and how he learned early on in his medical career not to be caught up in the “lifestyle creep” phenomenon. The Sydney-based investor, who pulled the trigger on his investment journey at age 23, divulges how he secured his first investment property despite a nerve-wracking property market debut while discussing how he plans to take his portfolio to the next level. The duo touch on the importance of being prepared before starting your investment property journey, working with a reliable team of experts, and doing good old research. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or

Want to be a real estate industry superstar? Maybe it’s time to stop being a best-kept secret and start putting your best face forward. 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 fourth episode, Ben sits down with Emily Wallace of Emily Wallace Buyer’s Advocate to discuss the importance of adding value to your personal brand in order to find success. Emily shares her experience as she transformed from being “just a number” with a nine-to-five corporate job to becoming showrunner of her own business, highlighting how she overcame adversities along the way and underlining the importance of having a positive mindset. The co-founder of the prolific brand also shares tips on building a network, outlines best practices for working with different generations, and touches on the future direction of her business.

While it’s easy to get lost in the hubbub surrounding the real estate market, there are strategic ways to tune out the noise and get the best out of the recent property boom. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Lachlan Vidler, the director of Atlas Property Group, to provide tips on how investors can operate in the increasingly complex real estate market. Phil and Lachlan discuss the hottest trends and developments that are making noise and share their insights on how investors can get to the meat of the matter by focusing their attention on the data points that are the biggest game changers in the market. They also touch on the future trends of interest rates, property prices, supply and demand, and policies. Lachlan also advises investors not to get caught up in panic buying to avoid making costly mistakes. 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 Li

In this very special episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Tom Panos and Phil Tarrant lift the lid on the business of real estate – peeling back the process of an auction. Phil and Tom are joined by buyer’s agent and author of A Surfer’s Guide to Property Investing, Paul Glossop, as they discuss the street theatre of auctions and the trends in both bidder and auctioneer behaviour that Tom observed during his recent appearance on The Block. They look into the growing interest in using a buyer’s agent, particularly in markets like Sydney and Melbourne, fresh off the news that two well-known real estate agents in Double Bay have left selling behind to start up their own buyer’s agency. They also touch on how easing international border restrictions might impact markets in the major cities, with returning expats coming into the country ready to buy. 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: F

On the latest episode of The Property Nerds podcast, self-proclaimed data nerds Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal take a deeper look into the latest set of financial data that are creating a buzz in the property market. Arjun, head of research at InvestorKit, and Leigh, director of Hills Finance, give their in-depth analysis of what’s happening in the financial front of real estate and what that could mean for investors. Strap in as the nerds crunch the numbers on financing, interest rates, and property price growth. The nerds discuss how the latest move from APRA has affected trends in the mortgage industry while also examining which capital city markets are overvalued or undervalued.

If you’re on the hunt for better yields, maybe it’s time to look beyond residential properties and set your eyes on commercial real estate, according to this expert. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with Scott O’Neill, the founder and director of Rethink Investing, to help investors know their onions about commercial property investing and why it should be the next addition to their portfolio. They also take a deeper look into the different types of commercial properties and give insights on which one may be the best fit for your investment strategy. Scott, the author of Rethink Property Investing, also divulges how he started out in real estate, the mistakes he made along the way and his biggest takeaways from his property investment journey. The duo also discuss the importance of building a portfolio with a strategic and long-term vision, rather than just aiming to get as many properties as possible. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple

The real estate market is no stranger to the impacts of COVID-19. But it seems even a pandemic won’t stop Australia’s obsession with property. Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant sits down with REIA President Adrian Kelly and takes a deep dive into the myriad of factors and issues that have affected the property market throughout the pandemic. Adrian reveals the biggest challenges faced by the real estate industry during these unprecedented times, including federal policies, geopolitical issues and imbalanced market fundamentals. As the pandemic reshaped the way people buy, sell and rent property, the industry veteran shares his insights about the future market and consumer behaviour trends. The duo also analyses how owning a property continues to be Aussies’ blueprint for success and “the Australian way of life” 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.

On the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill talk about how the economy’s reopening will impact real estate markets – particularly commercial properties. It’s all systems go for Australia’s economic rebound, as the country welcomed its first international arrivals after more than 18 months of some of the world’s strictest coronavirus border policies. With more macro and micro-economic factors coming into play, property investors should broaden their situational awareness before making their next step. In this episode, Phil and Scott delve into how the property market will react under the “new normal” conditions. They also discuss which economic and property market data should commercial real estate investors focus on (or ignore). The duo also talks about the importance of doing good old-fashioned research when creating an investment strategy.