Smart Property Investment Podcast Network

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with mortgage broker Rebecca Carlson to explore rentvesting and how it can help individuals, particularly post-divorce, rebuild wealth and regain financial independence. Rentvesting allows individuals to rent where they want to live while owning investment properties elsewhere, providing flexibility and market access. Carlson and Tarrant discuss recent policy changes that remove caps for first home buyers, allowing entry with just a 5 per cent deposit and no lenders mortgage insurance, which may shift the dynamics of first-time rentvesting. Divorce often leaves people with cash but no home, making rentvesting a practical way to re-establish a financial footing. Carlson notes clients can leverage available funds to secure investment properties and gradually build wealth while managing risk. Post-divorce emotional challenges can create hesitation, but starting small helps build confidence in property investment. Professional advi