An informed approach to property investment is key to navigating the storms and the sunlight in the ever-changing property market. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant talks with property investor Henry Tilly about the unpredictable nature of the property market and how aspiring investors can be best equipped for success. Henry shares the story behind his relatively new entrance into the property investment scene in which his measured yet resourceful approach to property acquisition has enabled him to quickly build a diverse investment portfolio capable of w ..read more

The number of mortgage-free buyers is rising, and the trend is revealing some surprising market shifts. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant talks with Julie Toth, chief economist at Property Exchange Australia (PEXA), about the growing prevalence of cash buyers. Unencumbered by the usual trappings of steep mortgage rates, Julie explains that cash buyers are increasingly setting their sights on inner-city locations where rental demand is high. The duo also discuss the evolving preferences of cashed up downsizers, and mull over the potential implications on l ..read more

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: The NSW property industry reacts to talk of more taxes; Auction volumes hold steady; and West Australian rents rise Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms ..read more

One capital city is dominating headlines when it comes to property investment. But does it live up to the hype? In this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop are joined by Aaron Findlay, buyer’s agent at Pure Property Investment, to zero in on the city that seems to be on every investors’ mind – not to mention in many a newspaper headline – Perth. The trio discuss why the Western Australian capital has received so much attention in recent months, and offer perspectives on the current opportunities that exist, as well as the pitfalls of overhyped investmen ..read more

Recent tightening in lending criteria has made SMSF property investment more appealing – if investors know how to navigate it. With a little extra time off in April, Australians are given to pondering their work/life balance, and planning for a retirement to support their goals. On this episode, host Phil Tarrant is joined by  Julie Brennan of Finni Mortgages to break down an option for property investing that seems complex but, with the right advice, is able to be navigated by any investor. Julie explains how the landscape for SMSF property investment has seen considerable changes over t ..read more

People are living longer than ever, which is good news, but housing may not be keeping up with the change. In the latest episode of The Property Nerds, host Arjun Paliwal is joined by Simon Kuestenmacher of The Demographics Group to discuss the profound implications of demographic shifts on the property market. Simon explains how the preferences and needs of an older population influence housing demand and investment strategies. The duo delve into the role of migration in buffering the effects of an ageing population, and what opportunities it presents in the housing market. Arjun and Simon al ..read more

Leanne Pilkington gives a run-down on the current state of Australian real estate.  In this episode, the president of the Real Estate Institute of Australia (REIA) sits down with Smart Property Investment’s Grace Ormsby to provide a health check on the current state of property across the country.  Acknowledging the many factors that are playing into Australia’s relationship with the asset class and the spotlight being shone on the sector, Leanne gives her two cents on the policies set to service housing markets for the better, and explains why others won’t have the desired effect.&n ..read more

Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news. In today's podcast: High-density approvals reach a 12-year low; DA costs will go down in South Australia; and Auction numbers are set to rebound after the Easter long weekend. Want to hear more episodes like this? Check out Daily Buzz over on PropertyBuzz.com.au or tune in to Property Buzz on all major podcast platforms ..read more

When a divorce threw a spanner in the works of her retirement plans, pharmacist Sarah Shehab took a brave new route to building wealth: commercial property investment. In this episode of Inside Commercial Property, Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Rethink Investing’s Scott O’Neill chat with Sarah about her commercial property investing journey, from a supermarket in Sydney’s Waterloo to an industrial property in Townsville. The trio discuss the dangers of being led astray by self-interested project marketers, the importance of working closely with your accountant, and how clever us ..read more

He used to spend his days labouring on his family’s farm. Now, he has channelled his passion for hard work into property investment. On this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Phil Tarrant welcomes Sam Gordon, director of Australian Property Scout and REB’s Buyer’s Agent of the Year for four years running. Sam shares how self-education via the burgeoning world of podcasts and videos sparked a lifelong interest in property investment, which he has since expanded into a business empire. Drawing from his own experiences with dodgy buyer’s agents, Sam emphasises that not all agents are ..read more