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In this episode, we discuss the findings of the 2024 Property Investment Professionals Association Annual Investor Sentiment Survey with Nicola McDougall. We explore the current trends in property investment, the challenges investors face due to rising costs and government policies, and the overall sentiment in the market. The conversation highlights the importance of understanding investor…
I am about to shatter your very understanding of happiness. For some listeners, this may be discomforting; for others, this may be a revelation. In my chat with international best-selling author Tom Corley today, we will explain why wealthy people are happier. Now, I know they say money can’t buy happiness, but please bear with…
In Australia, homeownership has long been a marker of success—a milestone that signified stability, adulthood, and financial security. But in recent years, we’ve seen younger generations delaying the purchase of their first home, and in some cases, forgoing it altogether. While it’s tempting to point the finger at affordability issues alone, there’s a deeper story…
In today’s show, we answer one of the questions on almost every property investor’s mind: “How long does it take for my investment property to cover its costs?” We all know property investment is a long-term game, but it’s easy to get frustrated when you’re pouring money into your investment and not seeing immediate returns….
Today is another of our popular question-and-answer shows. It’s the replay of a recent webinar where Ken Raiss, Brett Warren, and I answered a wide range of questions asked by the participants. Today’s show covers strategies and considerations for building a strong property portfolio amidst economic challenges. Whether you’re looking to invest in Melbourne’s promising…
With the prospect of a rate cut looming, many investors and homeowners are eagerly watching how the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) will move, and what the potential impact could be on house prices. As we know, interest rates are a key lever in the broader economic environment, and when they shift, so do property…
It’s a long-standing argument, isn’t it? Is it better to invest in regional Australia or in a big capital city? Only this morning I listened to a podcast where one so-called “expert” mentioned a raft of regional towns that outperformed the Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane property market over the last decade, and I’m sure statistically…
It wasn’t long ago that the media was filled with talk of a 40-year high in inflation, soaring interest rates vs. inflation, a potential property market crash, and our economy falling into an inevitable recession. Not to mention Russia’s war with Ukraine and the Middle East crisis causing a spike in energy prices and fuelling…
Australia is renowned for bright sunshine, beautiful beaches, natural wonders and vibrant cosmopolitan cities. Not only are our cities some of the world’s best, but they’re also some of the safest. But, of course, not all Australian cities are created equal. In fact, in some cities, crime rates are so high they could be considered…
Today, we’re talking about property data. We’ve all heard the saying, “The numbers don’t lie,” but what if I told you that relying too much on property data could actually lead you astray? That’s exactly what my guest, Stuart Wemyss and I talk about today. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the endless stream of…
