Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, co-hosts Liam Garman and Emilie Lauer sit down with Jason Oster, Knight Frank’s head of agribusiness valuations and advisory in Australia, to discuss the growing market of natural capital investment. Jason explains that natural capital refers to agricultural investments with an environmental, social and governance (ESG) narrative, which range from agribusinesses with renewable energy capabilities to pure conservation plays, where land is returned to its natural state. While these investments appeal to big corporations that want to reduce their carbon footprint and comply with Australia’s new bill mandating climate reporting, Jason said anyone who wants to contribute to environmental preservation can invest in natural capital. The trio also touch upon Australia’s agricultural sector and how consumer behaviour impacts the future of agriculture. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar sit down with Phil Tarrant to celebrate the podcast’s 10th anniversary and reflect on their property portfolio over the past decade. The trio begins the podcast by reflecting on the last 10 years of their investment journey, including the gains and losses in their portfolio and the evolution of the property market. They then introduce a new mini-series, Design Your Decade, which aims to guide both seasoned investors and newcomers through the process of crafting a 10-year plan for property investment success. Victor and Reshmi remind listeners that they are not a “one-size-fits-all” plan for property, and that designing your decade involves more than just buying properties; it is about creating a comprehensive plan that aligns with your lifestyle and goals.

As interest rates shift and traditional commercial sectors like office and retail struggle, healthcare real estate stands out to investors looking for a stable and growing alternative. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, co-hosts Liam Garman and Emilie Lauer sit down with Matthew Strotton, the head of real estate at Real Asset Management (RAM), to discuss how investors can diversify their portfolios through healthcare real estate. The trio begins by outlining RAM’s strategic shifts within its portfolio as the company moved from a 50-50 split between commercial and healthcare holdings to an 80-20 split in its healthcare investments. Strotton said healthcare real estate has lower volatility and longer duration leases, which provide investors with stability and growth potential. While Strotton suggests solid investment returns, he urges investors to do their due diligence by understanding the differences between primary, secondary and tertiary levels of healthcare services, and engaging with

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Emilie Lauer sits down with Chris Christofi of Reventon to discuss the intricacies of property investments and offer hands-on tips for first-time investors. The duo start by discussing Chris’ property investment journey, including his early losses when he had to let go of his entire portfolio investments before moving back with his parents and building his assets all over again. Despite the hardships, Chris emphasises the importance of resilience and learning from mistakes, such as not overleveraging and maintaining a robust investment strategy. The duo also discuss the concept of “rentvesting” and how 2025 property investors should focus on affordability rather than getting caught up in the allure of high-priced properties. 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, X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. If you would like to get

In this episode of The Property Nerds, co-hosts Arjun Paliwal from InvestorKit and Jack Fouracre from Fouracre Financial discuss the key trends shaping the 2025 Australian property market. Drawing from their latest research report, 7 Trends That Shape Australia’s Property Market for 2025, Arjun and Jack highlight the key factors influencing the property landscape. The first major trend concerns the anticipated decline in interest rates, which the pair said is expected to boost consumer sentiment significantly. The co-hosts then discuss housing affordability and demand before moving towards supply shortages, which continue to drive price growth nationwide. The podcast also touches on broader issues, such as tax policies and population distribution.

While Australians sort out their finances and wait for a rate cut, Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance discuss how brokers can help investors navigate the complexities of lender policies and pricing, and discover products that might not be widely known. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Finni Mortgage’s Eva Loisance to unpack how Australians can tackle their financial goals with the help of mortgage brokers and financial tools. The conversation highlights a positive outlook among Australians anticipating potential rate cuts, though Eva is sceptical about a February reduction. The duo emphasise the importance of strong finance strategies for property investors, noting that mortgage brokers now handle 75 per cent of home loans in Australia. Eva then introduces the ANZ Low-Risk LMI Waiver product, which offers significant savings for high-value loans but has strict eligibility criteria, including specific postcodes and borrower requirements. As the

Here are the best areas for investors looking to start or scale their property portfolio with a budget of up to $500,000. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Kev Tran, director and principal buyer’s agent at Kev Tran Group, to unpack five emerging markets across the country where investors can still snap up a bargain. Kev said that investors on a budget should stray away from capital cities that are often more expensive. The duo focus on areas with strong economies, solid infrastructure and low unemployment while examining supply and demand, and discuss the ins and outs of each hotspot, including two in Queensland, two in Victoria and one in Western Australia. 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, X (formerly Twitter) and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more

For their first episode of 2025, hosts Munzurul Khan from KHI Partners and SPI’s Phil Tarrant are joined by Sandeep Kaur and Michael Elias from KHI Legal to discuss the complexity of property laws and the importance of having a trusted conveyancer. According to legal experts, legal agreements are essential in property investments, especially in joint ventures where all parties must understand their roles and responsibilities to avoid disputes. The discussion then touches on the strategic aspects of property law, including asset protection and estate planning. The co-hosts emphasise the importance of having a trusted lawyer aligned with his client’s goals and ensuring the relationship continues once the deals are concluded, as legislative changes may impact their investments.

On this episode of the ADF Property Podcast, co-hosts Kane Dury from Discover Buyers Agency and Liam Garman unpack the five essential steps to supercharge your rentvesting journey and how this can help military personnel achieve financial freedom. The co-hosts dive deep into the ins and outs of rentvesting for defence personnel as they often find themselves moving from city to city due to the nature of posting cycles which can lead them to become landlords overnight. The podcast covers the basics of rentvesting as well as different strategies to ensure a fruitful investment, with Kane putting an emphasis on due diligence including data, yield for the area, loan repayments, and the tax-deductible scheme.  

Graham Whitfield, a seasoned property flipping expert, joined the SPI team to discuss how to kick off your renovation journey and achieve a quick equity boost, and what common mistakes investors make along the way. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, co-hosts Liam Garman and Emilie Lauer sat down with property coaching Red Mane director, Graham Whitfield, to discuss the ins and outs of the property flipping market. The trio start with Graham’s house-flipping journey, which began in 2021 after a tenant damaged his investment property. Since then, he has flipped 27 homes, earning over $2 million in profit and building nearly $3 million in equity. Graham then shares his hot tips and tricks for entering the flipping market, highlighting the importance of understanding property costs, having a team of trusted builders, and making the right decisions location-wise. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Inve

In the 56th episode of Inside Commercial Property, hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O’Neill kick off the new year with a forward-looking discussion on property investment strategies for 2025. They explore the implications of predicted interest rate cuts and how these changes may influence the broader property market, emphasising that timing and strategy are crucial for investors aiming to maximise their returns. Scott shares his perspective on various asset classes, advising caution for investors in certain areas while noting potential opportunities for owner-occupiers or long-term investors with unique property prospects. The conversation stresses the importance of holding onto assets during periods of market adjustment, as falling interest rates could trigger a “sugar hit” to property values, making 2025 a year to strategically assess portfolio movements. The episode also highlights the resilience required to navigate market uncertainties, with practical tips for balancing negatively geared investments and mai

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman and Emilie Lauer examine recent property and rental news and assess their potential impact on the market. The pair delve into the upcoming interest rate cut, the newly appointed ATO rules on withholding property taxes, and the latest Victorian Airbnb levy. They then move to the new hotspots for investors by sharing where the undersupplied regions across the country are. 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, X (formerly 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.

The beginning of the year is the perfect time to reset your investment strategies, refocus, learn from the past, set new goals, and work out a fresh budget. In this episode of The Property Nerds, co-hosts Arjun Paliwal from InvestorKit and Jack Fouracre from Fouracre Financial share strategies for improving borrowing power and paying down debt sooner. The duo discuss the importance of examining monthly spending on private health insurance, income protection, life insurance, credit card debt and personal loans, which can limit borrowing capacity and potentially curb spending habits. The co-hosts emphasise the need to be financially ready to invest, as the upcoming interest rate cuts will prompt more buyers to enter the market.

On this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop discuss how investors can kick off the new year successfully, whether they want to start their portfolio, stay informed, or diversify their investment. The duo unveils the prediction for the 2025 market and how it will be crucial for investors to stay informed about interest rates and market conditions as the federal election and potential interest rate cuts are around the corner. Phil and Paul then talk about the growing trend of investors shifting from residential to commercial properties, highlighting how to approach this transition strategically and avoid the pitfalls. Additionally, the co-hosts touch on the importance of educating the younger generation about properties, and how luck still plays a role in one’s portfolio.

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant, Liam Garman and Steve Kuper continue to unpack their predictions of the property market for 2025, and what's in store given political and economic headwinds. In this second part of the podcast, the trio discuss how the upcoming election will impact property investment in Australia, and whether there will be a political mandate to shake up property. They then debate the role of government intervention in housing, and whether the legislative environment is conducive to increasing supply.  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, X (formerly 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.

Welcome to Pathway to Property, a podcast to help everyday Australians on their property investment journey through education, real-life stories, and firsthand investing experiences. On this episode of Pathway to Property, Atlas Property Group director Lachlan Vidler and Luke Clifford dive into how investors can leverage crucial market pressure indicators to guide their investment strategy. The pair unpack how investors often over rely on macro factors such as infrastructure and population growth. While important, these factors can overshadow more immediate market pressure indicators such as supply, demand and rental performance. During the podcast, they examine an array of factors from approval rates and inventory, to vendor discounting and vacancy to help investors paint a more accurate picture of market conditions. They then discuss how these insights can be utilised to develop both short- and long-term investment strategies.

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant, Liam Garman and Steve Kuper sit down to unpack their five top predictions for 2025. In this first part of the podcast, the trio unpack how global macroeconomic headwinds may impact Australian house prices and whether a weaker Australian dollar may delay the market’s anticipated rate cuts. They then discuss the underlying causes of persistent inflation and whether waiting for rate cuts forms a smart strategy for investors – given that major banks may not pass on the savings. The podcast then turns to how Australia’s lack of economic complexity could spell disaster for the economy in the event of global crises. 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, X (formerly 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 o

While Brisbane is often seen as an underdog, the city has recently emerged as a hotspot for property investment – but what are the reasons for that change? On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman sits down with Melinda Jennison, managing director of the Real Estate Buyers Agents Association of Australia (REBAA), to share an in-depth analysis of the Brisbane market. The duo discuss the factors driving interest in Brisbane, the challenges investors might face, and the evolving landscape of buyer agents. While Melinda is pleased to see the market growing, she warns investors that buying properties in Brisbane is challenging, emphasising the need to understand flood risks and new rental legislation. She said that investors will have to do their due diligence as the market continues to evolve and that seeking a trusted team will help navigate complexities to make sound investment choices in this burgeoning market. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a rev

With trust lending to undergo increased scrutiny in 2025, Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance discuss how investors can navigate borrowing complexity with accurate and timely financial expertise. In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Finni Mortgage’s Eva Loisance to unpack how the mortgage and property markets are set to change in 2025. Eva and Phil begin the podcast by looking into how the market has seen an increase in trust lending over 2024, which has helped investors acquire positively geared properties. Though Eva projects that 2025 will see more scrutiny around trust-based lending, with new hurdles for borrowers. Eva and Phil then recommend that investors partner with accounting practices that truly understand real estate and property investment, those that can clearly articulate the benefits and challenges of a trust structure. They wrap up the podcast discussing the popularisation of using SMSFs as an investment vehicle, and how banks are dev

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar sit down with Phil Tarrant to discuss how investors can reset during this holiday season, and follow the unique five pillars of goal-setting to achieve financial success and personal growth for 2025. The trio begin the podcast unpacking how the Christmas break provides an opportunity for investors to set goals for the following year, giving them time to reflect on their achievements, assess their shortcomings, and set realistic targets. Victor and Reshmi then describe their holistic and unique approach to goal-setting that ensures balanced growth, covering: finance and wealth, fitness and health, family and relationships, spirituality and self-image. They wrap up the podcast detailing how one can stay accountable to their goals, offering tools for listeners on how they can also develop their own goal-setting approach.