The Elephant In The Room Property Podcast | Inside Australian Real Estate

By: Veronica Morgan & Chris Bates
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  • Who's really in control when you buy a property? The Elephant In The Room is where the things that no one wants to talk about, actually get talked about. Veronica Morgan, real estate agent, buyers agent and co-host of Foxtel’s Location Location Location Australia & Chris Bates, financial planner, mortgage broker and wealth coach have joined forces to find out what’s really going on in the world of real estate. Veronica and Chris talk to property owners and buyers every day in their respective lines of business. They’ve observed a wide spectrum of confidence in people’s decision making ability when buying and selling property, often to the detriment of the individuals concerned. They are both fascinated by consumer behaviour and together they’re going to uncover who’s really making the decisions when you buy a property. In each episode they get into the psyche of buyers, agents, auctioneers and other industry experts to learn the truth about how buyers are influenced and why they do the things they do. In every episode you’ll learn from the mistakes of a “property dumbo” as well as Chris & Veronica’s “elephant rider bootcamp” training session. The plan? This property podcast has been created to help us all make better property decisions!
    2024 Veronica Morgan & Chris Bates
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  • Why Are Investors Abandoning the Property Market in Record Numbers? Nicola McDougall Reveals

    Why Are Investors Abandoning the Property Market in Record Numbers? Nicola McDougall Reveals
    Sep 29 2024
    Why are so many property investors pulling out of the market, and what’s driving this trend? In this episode, we dive deep into the findings of the 2024 PIPA Investor Sentiments Survey with Nicola McDougall, Chair of The Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA). The survey uncovers some surprising data, challenging common assumptions about where and why investors are selling their properties. Nicola sheds light on the growing trend of investors abandoning the property market and shares insights into what’s fueling their decisions. Are rising interest rates to blame, or are there deeper, underlying factors at play? We explore how the shifting landscape is affecting the future of property investment in Australia. Join us as we discuss the current state of the market and explore strategies investors can consider amidst the uncertainty. Stick around for this eye-opening discussion as you wouldn’t want to miss these insights! Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Who is Nicola McDougall? 01:55 - Why Nicola’s last episode went viral, and if her new research has the same impact 04:29 - What internal and external insights emerged from the 2024 PIPA investor survey? 10:56 - A comparison of this year’s (2024) survey results from last year’s (2023) 13:07 - Why new investors are avoiding apartments and choosing established houses 14:41 - Is government intervention driving investors out of the market? 20:52 - Is government intervention worsening the rental crisis for investors? 28:36 - What’s driving investors to exit the market? 36:12 - Are there any positive results in the 2024 PIPA investor sentiment survey? 39:53 - PIPA's breakthroughs, and their role in maintaining high standards 45:18 - The importance of being a member of either PIPA/REBAA 50:25 - Nicola McDougall’s property dumbo About Our Guest: Nicola McDougall has served as the Chair of PIPA (Property Investment Professionals of Australia) since early 2022, bringing to the role her expertise as an award-winning property and finance journalist, author, and successful property investor. As the Director of Bricks & Mortar Media, she has co-authored notable works such as "The Female Investor: Creating Wealth, Security & Freedom Through Property," which secured the personal finance and investment category award at the 2022 Australian Business Book of the Year. Additionally, Nicola has contributed to the 3rd edition of "Property Investing For Dummies" and authored the 1st editions of "Buying a Property for Dummies" and "Property Investing Essentials for Dummies," all published in 2023 by Wiley. With a background as the former editor of Australian Property Investor magazine and head of corporate affairs at the REIQ, Nicola has been a dedicated PIPA board director since 2014. Connect with Nicola McDougall: Nicola’s LinkedIn profile https://www.linkedin.com/in/nicola-k-mcdougall/ Resources mentioned in this episode: The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast Episode #307: Why Are Investors Abandoning the Australian Rental Market? https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au/podcasts/3072024 PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey https://www.pipa.asn.au/pipa-annual-property-investor-sentiment-survey-2024/ Resources: Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at: The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.auLooking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.flintgroup.auWork with Chris: chrisbates@flintgroup.au Enjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcastSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ge1626dgnmK0RyKPcXjP0?si=26cde394fa854765See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    57 mins
  • Why Owen Rask Believes Equity Is the Most Overlooked Wealth-Building Tool

    Why Owen Rask Believes Equity Is the Most Overlooked Wealth-Building Tool
    Sep 22 2024

    Is equity the most underused wealth-building tool? Owen Rask believes it is—and we’re missing out by not tapping into it. In this episode, we sit down with Owen from the Rask Group to explore how equity, particularly in property, can be a game-changer for growing your wealth. From property investment to ETFs and self-managed super funds (SMSFs), Owen breaks down how leveraging equity can open up opportunities you may not have considered.

    We also get into financial literacy in Australia, and Owen has some sharp insights. While more people are paying attention to their finances, many are still making risky decisions due to a lack of understanding. Owen highlights the importance of asking the right questions and getting proper advice to avoid costly mistakes.

    Curious about SMSFs? Owen unpacks the risks and rewards of SMSF property investing and explains why it’s crucial to diversify. He also shares why you need to be cautious about SMSF lending schemes and one-stop-shop setups that might not always have your best interests at heart.

    As we look ahead, Owen talks about how AI could reshape financial advice and offers practical tips on how to protect yourself from scams in an increasingly digital world. This episode is packed with actionable insights that can help you take control of your financial future. Don’t miss it!

    Episode Highlights:

    00:00 - Introduction

    00:59 - Who is Owen Rask?

    01:53 - Owen Rask’s take on the financial literacy in Australia

    05:28 - Should you consider purchasing property through a self-managed super fund?

    12:50 - What people need to think about before setting up an SMSF

    16:03 - Where to go for guidance on managing your super effectively?

    27:12 - Fractional property investment and what Owen thinks about it

    34:13 - Is the perceived safety of ETFs being undermined by riskier funds?

    37:21 - Is AI going to make it easier to get holistic and cost-effective advice?

    50:40 - How to protect yourself from scams in an increasingly digital & tech-reliant environment

    55:48 - Owen Rask’s property dumbo

    About Our Guest:

    Owen Rask is The Rask Group's Founder, and Chief Investment Officer of Rask Invest. He also co-founded and is a Partner at Inflection, the business accelerator. Owen holds Masters Degrees in Financial Planning and in Applied Finance, and a Bachelor's Degree of Technology. Owen co-hosts podcasts and live shows with over 200,000 unique monthly listeners. Rask has now enrolled 30,000 Aussies into free online finance courses, on a pathway to 100,000 before 2027.

    Connect with Owen Rask:

    • Website https://www.rask.com.au/

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    • The Wolf of Wall Street: Money Lessons & Financial Scams to Avoid https://bit.ly/3Bbdlkd

    Resources:

    • Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.au
    • If you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:
      • The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.au
    • Looking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.au
    • Work with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.au
    • Looking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.flintgroup.au
    • Work with Chris: chrisbates@flintgroup.au

    Enjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now!

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  • Why Equity Mates Thinks the Next Generation Won’t Own Homes

    Why Equity Mates Thinks the Next Generation Won’t Own Homes
    Sep 15 2024
    Why do Alec and Bryce from Equity Mates think the next generation won’t own homes? In this episode, we have a chat with Alec Renehan and Bryce Leske, the co-founders of Equity Mates Media, to explore why more young Australians are steering away from the idea of property ownership and leaning towards investing in shares instead. We discuss how the wealth gap between those who can get financial help from family and those who can’t is influencing this shift. How is this gap making property less accessible for younger generations? And why are many looking to the stock market as a more viable option for building wealth? Throughout the episode, we cover the challenges young people face when trying to enter the property market and what they’re considering as alternatives. Alec and Bryce share their insights from years of working with young investors and reflect on the changing attitudes towards property and investing. If you’re curious about how investing mindsets are evolving, this is an episode you won’t want to miss. Tune in and let's dive right into it! Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 01:05 - Who are our guests for today? 02:22 - Why is Equity Mates so successful as a podcast? 04:04 - How do you balance finance discussions and compliance? 08:12 - Are young Australians moving from property to equities for wealth building? 11:12 - The psychological security of property ownership 13:31 - Has international investing become more popular due to US tech success? 20:03 - Is bad advice also common in your industry due to people seeking easy solutions? 23:53 - How the focus on behavioural finance has changed their understanding of investing 26:49 - Lessons from investment errors reflect the serious impact of choosing the wrong path 31:15 - How Alec & Bryce balance their core investment strategies with new investment ideas 36:41 - After a recent purchase, did your perceptions of property investing change? 40:33 - The benefits of using a buyer’s agent and the importance of expert advice 50:05 - Is it true that the best property deals are reserved for those who pay for early access? 56:19 - Do you have a notable property investment fail story? About Our Guests: Alec Renehan and Bryce Leske are the cofounders of Equity Mates, Australia's #1 finance and investing brand for young Australians. They met at university and both developed a passion for investing. As they spoke to friends and family about their interest, they realised a lot of people faced the same challenges. So, they set out to record their journey of learning to invest, in the hope others would join them. Equity Mates Investing Podcast was started in 2017 and in the years since has grown a community of young investors in Australia and around the world. Connect with Alec and Bryce: Website https://equitymates.com/Alec Renehan’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-renehan/Bryce Leske’s LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/bryce-leske/Equity Mates Investing Podcast https://equitymates.com/show/equity-mates-investing-podcast/Get Started Investing Podcast https://equitymates.com/show/get-started-investing-podcast/ Resources: Visit our website https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at: The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.auLooking for a Mortgage Broker? https://www.flintgroup.auWork with Chris: chrisbates@flintgroup.au Enjoyed the podcast? Don't miss out on what's yet to come! Hit that subscription button, spread the word and join us for more insightful discussions in real estate. Your journey starts now! Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theelephantintheroom-podcastSubscribe on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/ph/podcast/the-elephant-in-the-room-property-podcast/id1384822719Subscribe on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3Ge1626dgnmK0RyKPcXjP0?si=26cde394fa854765See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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    1 hr and 3 mins
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