• ADF PROPERTY PODCAST: 10 common property mistakes and how you can avoid them
    Nov 15 2024

    On this episode of the ADF Property Podcast, co-hosts Kane Dury from Discover Buyers Agency and Liam Garman unpack the top 10 common property mistakes made by military personnel – and what lessons listeners must learn to achieve financial freedom.

    The podcast covers a range of areas, from developing a holistic investment plan to navigating the Defence Home Ownership Assistance Scheme, and how to research the property market between postings.

    Kane and Liam then discuss three crucial tips for the discharging and veteran community for their long-term success – including understanding entitlements and how to align their investment strategies with their long-term goals.

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    42 mins
  • Why refinancing your mortgage can be your next investment strategy?
    Nov 14 2024

    While home owners and investors have been focusing on lowering their monthly mortgage repayment, refinancing can be a strategic move that offers other benefits than just securing a more competitive interest rate.

    In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance to discuss the benefits of refinancing your mortgage.

    Eva explains why – whether you’re a seasoned investor or a home owner looking to optimise your finances – it is important to understand the full benefits of refinancing and how it can empower strategic decisions that align with your long-term portfolio goals.

    Through data evidence and real-life examples, the duo unpacks the 10 often-overlooked benefits of refinancing.

    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.

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    34 mins
  • THE PROPERTY NERDS: Understanding what positive cash flow really means
    Nov 12 2024

    While negative gearing makes the headlines, positive cash flow seems like a dream scenario leaving extra cash in your pockets, but is it really achievable?

    On this episode of The Property Nerds, InvestorKit’s Arjun Paliwal and Fouracre Financial’s Jack Fouracre are flipping the script on negative gearing to positive cash flow, giving listeners all the knowledge they need to understand how to reach the “holy grail” of investment.

    During the podcast, the duo gives the big picture of positive cash flow as well as more details on the allure, the pitfalls, and the real impact on investors’ lending capacity and investment strategy.

    Through real-world examples and recent data, Arjun and Jack explain how positive cash flow should be viewed as a part of a broader investment strategy rather than the sole objective, and that it is important to remain patient when it comes to building a healthy portfolio.

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    30 mins
  • Diversifying your portfolio through agriculture
    Nov 11 2024

    In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman is joined by Andrew Tout, Centuria Capital Group’s head of agriculture, to unpack how agricultural investments are benefiting investors.

    The pair begin the podcast examining how agricultural funds operate, and how environmental, farming and finance experts collaborate to make agricultural land profitable.

    They then discuss the fund’s performance, which is buoyed by long-term demand, and how they derisk the fund.

    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.

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    23 mins
  • THE PURE PROPERTY PODCAST: Investing to fulfil your passions
    Nov 8 2024

    Continuous learning, disciplined spending, and willingness to take calculated risks are the keys to financial freedom - allowing investors to pursue their passions.

    On this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop sit down with William Leung who started investing to have the freedom to pursue his passions and spend time with loved ones – and how he invested to achieve this dream.

    William, who is a former project manager in the construction industry, talks about the importance of “strategic patience” and the need for investors to understand that “true success” is a marathon, not a sprint.

    Together, the trio discuss strategies around building a successful property portfolio through continuous learning, disciplined spending, the willingness to take calculated risks, and having a clear understanding of why you are investing in the first place.

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    1 hr and 1 min
  • Learning from the experts – the formula for financial freedom
    Nov 7 2024

    On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman is joined by Simon Buckingham and Brendan Kelly from Results Mentoring to discuss how tailored property coaching is a critical step towards financial independence.

    They begin the podcast unpacking how listeners can access critical market intelligence on Australia’s Hot Boom Suburbs, before looking at how investors can balance active and passive investment strategies.

    Simon and Brendan then give the “formula for financial freedom”, and how investors can build bespoke investment blueprints.

    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.

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    49 mins
  • The clues are in the data
    Nov 4 2024

    In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Liam Garman and Juliet Helmke examine recent economic data and rental market reforms, and assess what impact they might have on the property market.

    The pair delve into house price data from the Sydney and Melbourne markets, analysing whether the recent market trend will continue into 2025.

    They then look at the impact of rental reforms in Victoria and NSW, and what they mean for tenants and landlords alike, before examining recent inflation and bond market data to examine clues on what interest rates will look like in the short to medium term.

    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.

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    32 mins
  • INSIDE COMMERCIAL PROPERTY: Ray White’s head of research decodes data for the next big moves in commercial property, no. 54
    Nov 1 2024

    In this episode of Inside Commercial Property, Scott O’Neill, founder of Rethink Investing, and Phil Tarrant, executive editor at Momentum Media, dive into the trends shaping the commercial property market. They explore industrial assets as standout performers, with robust rental growth and access for smaller investors, and the renewed promise of retail properties. A significant shift from residential to commercial investing is evident, driven by the appeal of higher yields and negative gearing benefits.

    Vanessa Rader, head of research at Ray White, joins to discuss data challenges in commercial real estate, such as inconsistencies in zoning classifications and reliance on manual processes, emphasising the need for thorough due diligence. They also consider potential office market recovery, particularly for prime assets, and the growing importance of ESG factors for investors. Despite high interest rates, Scott highlights that now may be a strong entry point for investors, especially in retail and secondary industrial sectors.

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    1 hr and 1 min