Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

We’ve said it many times: doing your research before entering the property market is vital to your success, and it’s no different in the development game. Regular guest Eric Brown chats to Phil Tarrant on the recent challenges he has faced with his warehouse purchase, recapping the previous podcast. Eric reveals the financial and regulatory hurdles he had to overcome,  the stresses of purchasing a warehouse and how it changed his life, the backs and forth with council and banking red tape as well as his unbroken passion despite the difficulty. They will also provide key advice for the listeners facing similar challenges, and anyone considering entering the development game. You will also find out Eric’s ultimate warehouse vision, why you need to regularly control your debt and Eric’s two month success plan.   You'll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show! If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Smart Prope

With 17 properties and 19 loans, The Smart Property Investment team have become experts on mortgages and home loans and reveal how knowing the right information has kept them ahead of the game. Join The Smart Property Investment Show host Phil Tarrant and Aussie Paramatta mortgage broker Ross Le Quense as they delve into all things mortgages, mortgage rates and banks. They reveal the ins and outs of how you can stay ahead of the game when attempting to get a loan from banks and lenders for a property, how a shift from variable rates to fixed rates could impact your portfolio and how the future plans for your investment can impact the loan you require. You will also hear about APRA's guidelines and how to understand them, how the mortgage industry impacts the property industry and changes in the investment and interest-only lending space. You'll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show! If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a revi

Everyone has a dream, and for this young property investor the dream hasn’t changes since his last visit in the studio. Full-time property investor Eddie Dilleen joins interim host and real estate editor Tim Neary and reveals how he managed to smash out his goals of owning 10 properties, and is about to settle on his 12th. Eddie discusses how owning a Mustang is still on the cards, why he branched out into different markets around Australia instead of sticking to his backyard, how his passion for property has come through in his new profession and how his 'addiction' for property has brought excitement in his life. You will also hear about the unexpected setbacks he faced along the way, what people should really know about property and his view on mortgage brokers and the Big Banks! You'll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show! If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by

Adding to your portfolio is one thing, maintaining it is another, but knowing when it’s time to let go and sell off a property is a separate thing altogether. Investor Kevin Sum joins host Phil Tarrant in the studio once again and explains why he would decide to sell off two properties out of his nine-strong portfolio. Kevin also discusses about his romantic yet cautious approach to property, how he manages offset accounts and knowing when you should and shouldn’t have a tenant in your property. In this episode, you will also find out choosing when to haggle commission with your real estate agent, knowing what boxes your property should be ticking and deciding on what opportunities you should be jumping on. You’ll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show! If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on iTunes (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and L

We check back in with investor Eric Wu to see how he’s tracking with his investment goal, as well as finding out where in Sydney and Melbourne offers yields reaching between five to six per cent. --- In this episode, host Phil is joined once again by Eric as they discuss how his portfolio is tracking, and how the change in the current investing environment has altered the speed of his investing, requiring him to be “careful and wiser”. Eric also talks about his perspective as a mortgage broker and talks about why it’s hard to get a loan today and the common struggles first time investors are currently facing. In this episode, you will also find out what investing assets are worth expanding into, how he spends only one to two hours a month managing his portfolio and what separates the good property managers from the bad. You’ll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show! Suburbs Sydney - https://www.smartpropertyinvestment.com.au/data/nsw/2000/sydney Melbourne -

The first of many Q & A podcast's for 2018 is here! In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant and Cohen Handler managing director, Simon Cohen answer some of the questions asked over the Christmas break. Tune in as they discuss identifying assets that can be subdivided and why it's important to do your research before implementing specific strategies, the most useful measures to evaluate the performance of your property portfolio, and if it really matters if your buyers agent needs to be from the market you intend to buy in. You'll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show!; SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Blacktown Toowoomba Perth Waverly RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: Build to rent could surpass strata properties How brain surgery turned this investor's passion for property into a career A guide for buying in NSW, Victoria and Queensland from making an offer to settlement Home values remain static as industry sit

Welcome to the second series of Investing Insights with Right Property Group. Join Right Property Group directors, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar, as they explore and challenge the strategies, tactics and techniques to create wealth through property investing. Every month Steve and Victor join co-host Phillip Tarrant from Smart Property Investment to address the burning issues impacting investors, covering key topics such as manufacturing equity, property management, purchasing units vs. houses, researching the market, finding under market value properties, the habits and attitudes of successful investors and portfolio building. In this episode of Investing Insights with Right Property Group, one man down, Phil and Steve cover what they see ahead for 2018:a transitioning, make or break market. Good investors continuously educate themselves on both the controllable and uncontrollable aspects of property marketing to stay ahead in the game. They reveal how to understand 'the sleep at night factor' and how to uti

To kick off the new year, Phil Tarrant brings accountant Michael Johnson and Right Property Group's Steve Waters on the show once again to discuss what has been happening with Phil's portfolio since their last update! Tune in as they discuss recent news headlines and what is happening in the property investment world, unveil just how much it costs to hold their properties which includes interest rates, weekly costs and taxes, as well as the metrics they utilse to improve cash flow and continuous growth. They also share how to reduce costs in your portfolio and reveal their thoughts on using mortgage brokers. You'll hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show!   SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Brisbane Mount Druitt RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: Portfolio Update: The best Australian state to invest in revealed Sydney property has its 'best years ahead' The benefits of financial planning and how it can boost your portfolio The n

Building wealth is the ultimate goal for most property investors, and it's no different for police officer Geoff who reveals that his end goal is to retire early and 'not have to be a slave to the wage'. In this episode, host Phil and investor Geoff discuss how he uses other people's investment stories as a point of reference for when he considers new properties and believes the best way to learn is by 'getting in there and doing it'. With a portfolio of eight properties and the intention of growing more, this investor talks about the challenges he and his wife faced early on by rentvesting after they received a termination letter right before their baby was born and how they managed to overcome this to achieve their goals. They will also discuss APRA's guidelines and interest rates, why he chose to invest interstate and how he manages his growth inconsistency.     SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Brisbane Boronia Heights San Remo Parramatta Mount Druitt Blacktown Seven Hil

  Starr Partners CEO Doug Driscoll reveals his thoughts about the property bubble and whether or not it will burst in the near future, as well as how he feels about the balance and stability of the Sydney market and his views for 2018. Doug also chats to Phil about how the real estate market has been impacted because of the property markets, what you should be looking for when thinking of investing in a certain area, and how infrastructure is impacting the property game. They also reveal how to spot the next big suburb through gentrification of big retail brands and how to understand these markets. You will also find out what good practice for an investor really is, how to find the right agent to help you and why you should be detailed in your research.   SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Liverpool Campbelltown Brisbane Perth Badgerys Creek Leppington Miller St Mary's Rouse Hill Marsden Park Riverstone Narellan Ropes Crossing Minchinbury   RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: Investment

Property investor and IT worker Lachlan Williams is joined by Phil Tarrant and shares how he went from owning no properties at all to four in the timeframe of less than a year and the challenges he faced along the way. The investor reveals the watershed moment when he realised he wanted to start investing, the reasons why he started investing and where he hopes to be by the time he reaches 60. Lachlan also talks about the time he spends working on his property portfolio, why he constantly watched his cash flow and why he needs to contain himself to buying more properties. You will also find out the key strategies he implements for his portfolio, what he has learnt from this podcast and his thoughts on property managers. SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Logan Brisbane Waterford West Eagleby Slacks Creek Crestmead RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: Build to rent could surpass strata properties How brain surgery turned this investor's passion for property into a career A guide for buying in

Max Pagnin, financial planner and investor, joins Phillip Tarrant to discuss the benefits financial planning can have on your portfolio, his own portfolio and how his background has shaped how he views the property market. The investor shares his property journey, explaining how his portfolio came to be as well as wealth creation and diversification of assets. They also discuss why the expectation of 'getting right overnight' can have a negative impact on your journey, Max's plans for his portfolio in the future and his recommendations to investors who are considering hiring a financial planner. You will also find out his methods to his 'madness', the fundamentals driving increasing price and how to find a property savvy financial planner. SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Liverpool Holsworthy Wattle Grove Minto Port Hedland Kingston Lawnton Petrie Hammondville Holsworthy Ingleburn Campbelltown Oberon Lithgow Ellen Grove Forest Lake Weipa   RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: Dealing w

Investor Grant Iverson comes into the show to talk about his journey in property investment, why he invested two years and $100,000 in educating himself about investing and the market and another two years looking for the perfect property. Host Phil and investor and ex-hospitality worker Grant also discuss why he didn't take the jump early on, the eye opener which forced the change of his career to become a property investor as well as his ideal goals for the future.  Grant also reveals the challenges he faced along the way, including facing banks and his 12-month unemployment period and how he and his partner overcame these obstacles.  You will also find out why you should use a buyers agent, the impact of knowing the importance of growth and how to decide on a property.   SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Brisbane RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: SA4 areas largely seeing growth over the last five years How brain surgery turned this investor's passion for property into a career A guide for

Partner of Keshab Chartered Accountants, Jeremy Iannuzzelli, joins Phil Tarrant once again to discuss how his portfolio has grown from 9 to 15 properties on a modest income over the last 18 months since their last chat, and the challenges he faced along the way. Jeremy also reveals how he views the current property market, how people are struggling with debt using equity to purchase a decreasing asset as opposed to reinvesting as well as the advice he gives to his clients with the current financial markets. The accountant and investor also discusses the key cities which he has seen grow and decline over the last few years, and where he sees these cities going in the future. You will also hear about how APRA changes and regulations are impacting investors, the key questions to ask your accountant and his goals for his portfolio.   SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne Brisbane Campbelltown RELATED AREAS OF INTEREST: SA4 areas largely seeing growth over the last five years How brain surgery t

What science is there behind researching a new market and finding the right property for you? The team explores the stages of looking for the right investment property and the steps to consider before buying. In the final episode of Investing Insights Series One, the team from Right Property Group, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar, discuss the changes to their portfolio in the last twelve months, the impact financial constraints, negative gearing, and taxation has had on them. For more insight, tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Investing Insights!   CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP If you have any questions or would like more details on any of the information discussed on the podcast contact the Right Property Group on questions@rightpropertygroup.com.au, visit www.rightpropertygroup.com.au or call 1300 302 166.   We'll be covering all your questions in a coming episode of Investing Insights with the Right Property Group, so ensure you get in touch.   If you''re new to t

An investor is ultimately responsible for their wealth-creation efforts. But while property investment is not a set-and-forget venture, it can be easy to lose sight of one’s portfolio. In this episode of Investing Insights, the team from Right Property Group, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar, reveal the dangers of turning a blind eye to one’s portfolio and share their tips for investors on how they can effectively reconnect with their assets, prepare for the long term and steer their own course to success. For more insight, tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Investing Insights!   CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP If you have any questions or would like more details on any of the information discussed on the podcast contact the Right Property Group on questions@rightpropertygroup.com.au, visit www.rightpropertygroup.com.au or call 1300 302 166.   We'll be covering all your questions in a coming episode of Investing Insights with the Right Property Group, so ensure you get i

What happens once you've reached the end of your investment journey, and what steps can you take to successfully retire your debt and benefit from your wealth-creation efforts? In this episode of Investing Insights, the team from Right Property Group partner with Phil Tarrant to reveal everything you need to know about reaching your investment endgame, the options available to you, as well as how best to control your assets to ensure you're getting the most from your property portfolio. You'll also hear insight into changing market conditions, the importance of goal setting, why property investment is not a 'set and forget' venture and why the smart property investor will stay in touch with their portfolio to ensure they're on the right track for long-term success. Tune in now to hear all of this and more in this episode of Investing Insights!   CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP If you have any questions or would like more details on any of the information discussed on the podcast contact the Right Proper

Century 21 chairman, Charles Tarbey, joins Phil Tarrant to send off 2017 and recap the year discussing changes in the market place, including the changes and progressions of property in Australia’s capital cities as well as 'crystal balling' the future market. Charles also reveals his thoughts and concerns on specific property markets and how it will impact investors, how he thinks vacancy and auction rates will change next year, how he polices agents in his franchise and why agents are imperative in the buying purchase. The chairman shares his advice on the best places to buy in 2018, the trends we will see, as well as how to know when the best time to buy is. You will also find out the importance of culture, the real estate cycle over the last few years and disruptions in the market. SUBURBS MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Sydney Melbourne   Darwin Hobart  FOLLOW US: Did you like this episode? Show your support by rating us on iTunes (The Smart Property Investment Show) and by liking and following Smart Prop

The art of manufacturing equity through property renovation isn't always easy, but the rewards for a job well done are endless for an investor's portfolio. In this episode of Investing Insights, Steve Waters and Victor Kumar from Right Property Group partner with Phil Tarrant to explain how investors can avoid overpaying for property and skilfully identify opportunities within assets to successfully master this art and get the best bang for their buck. Tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Investing Insights!   CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP If you have any questions or would like more details on any of the information discussed on the podcast contact the Right Property Group on questions@rightpropertygroup.com.au, visit www.rightpropertygroup.com.au or call 1300 302 166.   We'll be covering all your questions in a coming episode of Investing Insights with the Right Property Group, so ensure you get in touch.   If you''re new to this podcast, check out series one on ww

Running an investment portfolio is much like running a business, and in light of changing investment conditions, taking care of business has never been more important. Steve Waters and Victor Kumar say the numbers never lie. However, by having an active involvement in the running of one's own portfolio, even the most seasoned property investor can ensure their businesses will run even in the worst possible scenario. In this episode of Investing Insights, the team from Right Property Group joins host Phil Tarrant to discuss just what it takes to future-proof one's portfolio, why people should avoid investing 'on the red line' and explain why having a plan in place is essential to running a successful wealth creation business. Tune in now to hear all of this and much, much more in this episode of Investing Insights!   CONNECT WITH THE RIGHT PROPERTY GROUP If you have any questions or would like more details on any of the information discussed on the podcast contact the Right Property Group on questions@rightpro