Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

With stress and anxiety around meeting rental obligations significantly increased in the wake of COVID-19, many investors and tenants breathed sighs of relief with the recent announcement of the extension to JobKeeper and JobSeeker schemes. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the director of Binnari Property, David Hancock, to unpack how property markets across the country are being impacted by government financial support packages. David outlines whether he thinks it's a good time to invest, which areas might see a price fall over the coming months, and his top tips to consider before purchasing a property in the current market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Lloyd Edge shares how he went from earning a music teacher's salary and living in a heavily mortgaged, one-bedroom apartment, to now owning a cash flow positive property portfolio worth circa $12 million. The buyer's agent and author of Positively Geared joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss the catalyst for beginning his investment journey, the resources he used to shape his property education, and the key difference between regional and mining towns. Lloyd outlines how his investment strategy has evolved over the last 18 years, why he now avoids investing in areas with single economic drivers, and his top tips for developing a cash flow positive portfolio. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you

Outside of personal referrals or the outdated system of combing through the Yellow Pages, selecting a builder can be an arduous task and can potentially lead to disastrous outcomes for investors. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Lynette Manciameli from Builder Finders breaks down her top five tips for finding the right builder for your investment project. Lynette outlines why there's often negative rhetoric around builders, how to build good relationships with your builder, and how to mitigate the risk of a building contract going wrong. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights!

Property researcher, buyer's agent and avid investor Arjun Paliwal returns to The Smart Property Investment Show to talk about his most recent purchase, which unexpectedly happened in the middle of lockdown. In this episode, Arjun and host Phil Tarrant discuss the unusual circumstances that led to his 11th property investment, how he's navigated the challenge of securing finance while running a new business, and the driving factors that attracted him to invest in a regional town. Arjun shares how he minimised the risk on this new investment, what he hopes his portfolio will be worth by the time he turns 30, and how he balances his buyer's agency with his personal property ventures. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd l

While the "holy grail" of investment properties would offer a combination of positive cash flow and capital gains, it’s often a case of prioritising one over the other. For real estate agent and property investor Alex Lumsden, he’d choose cash flow. Alex joins host Phil Tarrant in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show to share how he managed to get into the property market on a wage of $5.10 an hour, what made him shift focus from metropolitan to regional areas, and why he chooses a cash flow oriented strategy. Alex explains what vendor financing means, why he decided to establish Lumsden Agency, and what he’s witnessing in Sydney's inner-west property market at the moment. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if yo

Dr Shane Geha, managing director and co-founder of EG Advisory, is one of the leading rezoning experts in NSW. Boasting a 98 per cent success rate and having completed rezonings including Little Bay, Riverstone, Tempe and Wonderland, Shane’s knowledge on rezoning as an investment strategy is second to none. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, he joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss his PhD studies in rezoning, the myths v the science on what rezoning does to land value, and how investors can utilize this knowledge in the betterment of their property portfolios. Shane shares the assets one should look for when identifying rezone opportunities, discuss the risks and rewards involved in this as an investment technique, and shares stories of real-life rezoning successes he has orchestrated. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitt

On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Propertyology's Simon Pressley spills the stats on 40 cities around the country. Could one of these regions fit the bill to become your next investment opportunity? Tune in to hear Simon and host Phil Tarrant delve into the economic drivers, infrastructure development and property market data of each location, helping equip investors with the knowledge to make more informed investment decisions. Simon and Phil discuss the risks of investing in a one-industry economy, how keeping an open mind increases one's chances of stumbling across a well-performing location, and why investing in property should be treated similarly to investing in the stock market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you ha

Hoan Vu Ngo Minh was lucky enough to be gifted a substantial deposit towards his first two properties, but had to walk away from his second purchase after discovering that he'd been fooled into a property seminar scam. Vu joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show to share how he landed at the mercy of a spruiker, what led to the decision to cut his losses at $23,000, and why he would advise other investors, "If you see a rental guarantee, run a mile". Vu and Phil discuss the dangers of purchasing off-the-plan property, the importance of always reading the fine print, and Vu's plans for the next addition to his portfolio. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to

In this episode of Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill break down the mechanics around financing a commercial property investment. Scott and Phil clarify how much money you actually need to buy a commercial property, how preparing your financials when investing in commercial differs to residential, and what it takes to make your first move in the commercial market. The podcast also covers what kind of financial backing is required for a commercial purchase, hidden costs that investors should be wary of, and how the commercial market is faring right now.

Prior to leaving for South America, Aidan Hill had negotiated a 60-day settlement period on his very first property, expecting to finalise the purchase on his return. Little did he know that COVID-19 border closures would trap him in Peru. Aidan joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show to share his incredibly unique and challenging investment experience, including finding another Aussie who met the strict witness criteria, getting chased out of a hotel lobby for printing documents, and putting political pressure on the Australian government to be brought home. The paramedic also explains how he developed an interest in property, why he chose this particular property as his first, and the pandemic-related difficulties he's experiencing with the sitting tenant. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and Li

In this special episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Steve Waters and Victor Kumar from Right Property Group to answer listeners' questions. Tune in to hear Phil, Victor and Steve address whether market fluctuations should affect the primary purpose of a property, the notion of "pigeon-pairing", and considerations before taking out a high LVR loan. They also discuss whether it's better to sell a property privately or at auction, the most important qualities of a real estate agent, and how to deal with a dodgy tenant. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights!

The best investors are those that have strategies in place to withstand and succeed in any given situation, whether that be changing personal circumstances or a broader economic crisis triggered by a global pandemic. Tune in to this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group to hear Phil Tarrant, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar deep dive into the critical questions for investors to consider when approaching the first five years of designing their decade. They reveal how to figure out your cash-flow tolerances, what separates a successful investor from a punter, how to plan for a crisis that hasn't happened yet, and details about a special offer for listeners to the podcast.

For those that can't afford investing in a full property or simply wish to diversify their portfolio, Bricklet creates the opportunity for independent part-ownership of a property. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by the CEO of Bricklet, Darren Younger, to share the origin story of the property technology platform and the types of investors to whom Bricklet appeals. Darren explains the difference between fragmented and fractional property, how asset value is determined when it's time to sell your Bricklet, and where the future of the platform is headed. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au f

After relocating from Victoria to the Gold Coast for the sun and the surf, Caleb Gray realised that it was actually cheaper to be paying off a mortgage than renting a home. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Caleb joins host Phil Tarrant to share how he developed his passion for property and delves into his strategy around purchasing and renovating his first property. Caleb reveals what he'd do differently if he was to renovate again, why he thinks it's important to invest in positively geared properties, and what kind of property he's going to buy next. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights!

Cultivating an effective mindset is a critical aspect of successful property investing, particularly in more challenging markets such as the current global health crisis. Property investor and best-selling author Paul Glossop joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show to unpack his seven steps to achieving an investor mindset and outlines how this philosophy can be applied through COVID-19 and into the future. Paul explains the importance of understanding your “why”, how confirmation bias can hinder an investor’s mindset, and how he applies his "zoom in, zoom out, zoom in" approach to both surfing and investing. If you or someone you know is in need of support, contact the following: Lifeline: 13 11 14 Beyond Blue: 1300 22 4636 If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any question

We regularly delve into the performance of The Smart Property Investment property portfolio to give you an inside look into our investment journey, and with almost a decade having passed since property purchase number one, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Steve Waters to reflect on how the portfolio has performed. They break down the costs of holding the portfolio, explain why figuring out the value of your assets is never black and white, and reveal why when it comes to the numbers you should try to avoid getting caught up in percentage points and instead focus on dollar outcomes. They also discuss negotiating a better mortgage rate, why you need to focus on controlling only the parts of your journey that you can influence, and Phil shares how he measures the performance of each property within his portfolio. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, T

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by regular guest Paul Glossop to deep-dive into what investors should be expecting from their tenants and property managers amid the COVID-19 pandemic. They explain the importance of being a compassionate and considerate landlord in fostering a culture of mutual respect, why property managers should be utilised for "emotional conversations" with tenants, and how the majority of households should still be able to access funds for rent. Paul explains why he believes that the property landscape looks more attractive than it did six months ago, and they discuss how knee-jerk decisions made now could impact your ability to create wealth in the future. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any t

What's Making Headlines is your new source for all the very latest in Australian real estate news. Tune in every week to hear hosts Phil Tarrant and Tom Panos bring you the biggest stories over the past few days, covering everything you need to know about the buying, selling, owning and financing of real estate in Australia. In this episode, hear about post-COVID-19 property market predictions, negative gearing and tax strategies, fixed-rate mortgages and interest-only loans. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind, or if you'd like to lend your voice to the show, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights!

Investor Bobby Haeri wasn’t always putting his money to the best use. In fact, it was his parents stepping in and drawing attention to his wasteful money habits that set him on the path to building what is today a strong property portfolio. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, he joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss this journey, going into detail about each of the purchases within his portfolio, how he “got lucky” on his first purchase, and why he plans to stop buying at age 35. Bobby reveals why he is open to tenants with pets, the one “must-have” feature of each if his future purchases, and how the COVID-19 pandemic has actually increased his confidence in the property market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you have any questions about what you heard today, any topics of interest you have in mind,

Inside Commercial Property – With Rethink Investing is your new go-to source for a comprehensive look at the fascinating world of commercial property investing. In this inaugural episode of the 12-part series, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O'Neill, director of Rethink Investing, unpack why investing in commercial property is often overlooked and how this program will help everyday Australians become informed about the commercial sector. Tune in to hear Scott and Phil outline the three types of commercial property, the pros and cons of investing in commercial over residential, and the key terms to become familiar with before beginning your commercial property investment journey.