
The Michael Yardney Podcast
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Are you looking for financial freedom or more choices in life? You're in the right place. Twice each week Michael Yardney shares smart property investment strategies as well as the success and personal finance secrets of the rich, in around 30 minutes.
Michael has been voted one of Australia's top 50 Influential Thought Leaders and while he is best known as a real estate investment..
The Michael Yardney Podcast
1d ago
I'm often asked what I would do differently if I could live my investing journey all over again.
I've certainly made my fair share of mistakes along the way and paid huge "learning fees" because of them. However, instead of being defeated, I learned from each error and moved forward a little bit wiser.
If you ask me that’s one of the keys to investment success - the ability to pick yourself up from setbacks, learn what you can from them (including your own limitations) and simply try again.
So, to help prevent you from making the same mistakes, in today’s show Brett Warren, National director o ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
3d ago
Today, I chat with Ray White’s Chief Economist, Nerida Conisbee, about her 10 predictions for our property markets for 2025
One or two of these may surprise you.
Takeaways
2024 was a surprisingly strong year for property markets.
Interest rates are expected to decrease in 2025.
Established property values need to increase in value to match construction costs before substantial new construction will commence.
The luxury market is experiencing a slowdown due to high interest rates.
Retail properties are showing signs of recovery post-COVID.
Mortgage brokers are becoming essential in the home bu ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
1w ago
If you’ve ever wondered how to make smarter money moves, whether property is still the best way to grow wealth, or how to set yourself up for financial freedom, today’s show is for you.
Sarah Megginson, personal finance expert and Head of Editorial at Finder.com.au and I unpack the Finder Wealth Builder Report, which is a fascinating deep dive into how Aussies are saving, investing, and making their money work harder
Sarah shares some eye-opening insights from the report—like what separates successful investors from those who just can’t seem to get ahead, why younger Aussies are finding it tou ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
1w ago
Today Brett Warren and I look at the key trends and challenges our property markets experienced in 2024 and share our outlook for 2025.
We reflect on the unexpected resilience of the market despite rising interest rates, the influence of government policies on property investors, and the importance of demographic shifts.
Takeaways
The property market showed unexpected resilience in 2024.
Government policies had a profound impact on property investors.
Interest rates are expected to fall in 2025, and this will usher in the next phase of the property cycle.
Quality properties will be ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
2w ago
What’s ahead for property in 2024? In today’s show I chat with Dr. Andrew Wilson who shares his expert analysis, highlighting which cities are poised for growth and which might hit a plateau.
Together, we explore the various economic factors likely to influence our housing markets in the year ahead.
Takeaways
• The property market is influenced by various economic factors.
• Interest rates are expected to remain stable in the near future.
• Affordability will be a key consideration for buyers in the year ahead.
• Consumer confidence plays a crucial role in property market dynamics.
• M ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
2w ago
It’s a popular catchphrase among politicians and policymakers: “Build more apartments, and we’ll solve the housing crisis.”
It sounds simple—almost too simple. And that’s because it is!
The idea that just increasing supply, particularly through apartment construction, will make housing affordable fails to grasp the true complexities of Australia’s housing market.
In reality, building more apartments is far from the magic bullet many hope it to be, and in some ways, it could even make the situation worse.
In today’s episode, I discuss the complexities surrounding the ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
3w ago
Today, I discuss Australia’s housing crisis in Australia with Brendan Coates, the Housing and Economic Security Program Director at the Grattan Institute.
We explore what’s really driving the housing crisis, the impact of migration and tax policies, and why simply building more homes may not be the silver bullet many think it is.
We also get Brendan’s insights on how we can create a fairer, more sustainable housing market for all Australians.
Our conversation also covers the expectations of first-time home buyers, government responses, and the long-term outlook for housing ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
3w ago
It’s the beginning of a New Year, so I’d like to take a step back to reflect on the rollercoaster that was 2024 in the housing markets and gear up for what promises to be an equally fascinating 2025.
Today, I’m joined by Nicola McDougall, chair of PIPA – the Property Investment Professionals of Australia, who has her finger on the pulse of what’s happening in our housing markets as well as a good understanding of all the various players in the property industry.
Nicola and I discuss the unexpected developments in the Australian property markets throughout 2024, the implications of ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
1M ago
No one wants to pay more tax than they need to, and no one wants to get in trouble with the tax man, so today Ken Raiss and I interview Rob Thompson, Assistant Commissioner of Taxation, who has a front-row seat to the intricacies of our tax system, and he’s here to help unpack some of the complexities that property investors like you often face.
Today we’ll be discussing
The ATO’s data matching program for property investors
The tax gap of $1.2 billion and why it’s relevant to rental property investors
PAYG instalments
&n ..read more
The Michael Yardney Podcast
1M ago
Have you ever wondered what makes the greatest investors in the world not just wealthy, but truly fulfilled and happy?
Well, today, we’re going to explore that question with someone who’s had the unique opportunity to sit down with the legends of the investing world – best selling author, William Green, the author of Richer, Wiser, Happier: How the World’s Greatest Investors Win in Markets and Life,
William has spent decades interviewing and learning directly from icons like Warren Buffett, Charlie Munger, and Sir John Templeton.
But what’s fascinating about William ..read more