PROPERTY SHOWCASE: Investor struggles and how to overcome them

Australia’s top auctioneer shares insider tips for blitzing the big day.

In this episode, host and Hills Finance director Leigh Paliwal sits down with Andy Reid, a leading Melbourne auctioneer and straight-talking property pro.

Andy reveals why knowing your state legislation can give a savvy buyer the upper hand and put you in a strong position to negotiate.

He weighs up the benefits of lowballing bids versus coming in strong, and shares why vying with the auctioneer for the “alpha” position can shoot a buyer in the foot.

Is property valuation an art, a science, or both?

In this episode, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Finni Mortgages’ Eva Loisance and Gareth Woodham, a certified practising valuer from Augmen Consulting, to delve into the world of property valuation, discussing how investments can be assessed not only for their current market value but their future potential.

Gareth sheds light on how valuers come to a determination of a property’s worth. He explains the many tools that can be used in the process – from desktop valuations to comprehensive site visits – and what it means to settle on the “true value” of a property.

Eva and Gareth discuss why discrepancies might arise between the price a purchaser is willing to pay and what a bank says it is worth. The trio also examine the relationship between valuers and mortgage brokers, and how the industries have changed over the past two decades.

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Welcome to Property Buzz, your daily dose of property news.

In today's podcast:

• Rental affordability at worst level on record;
• Australia reignites its Passion for Home Buying; and
• Public holidays put auctions on the backburner.

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Australia’s business landscape can teach us a lot about property development.

In this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop take a look at the enduring allure of property development for Australian investors.

While the potential for significant returns is undeniable, Phil and Paul flag the importance of treading with caution, touching on the perks and the pitfalls of the decision to jump into development.

Acknowledging the area of investment as not for the faint of heart, the pair also unpack the psychological decision-making that comes with calculated risk-taking in the space, before dissecting the evolving regulatory landscape that could be both a help or a hindrance to any investor.

When it comes to property management, the numbers are no doubt important, but so too are relationships.

On this episode, host Phil Tarrant speaks with Melissa Burtt, principal of LJ Hooker Devonport and an experienced property manager, about balancing the responsibilities of managing people’s investments, which include fiduciary duties as well as building and nurturing relationships.

Melissa shares her take on tailoring the property management approach to the other people who make up the equation, and strategies she has implemented to streamline the business such as utilising tech tools that take some of the stress out of operations.

The duo also delve into the Tasmanian market, in which Melissa is an expert, examining the particular market cycle at play in Australia’s southernmost state, and unpack why a long-term strategy might be best suited to investors in the region.

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Negative gearing is back in the news, and investors should take note.

In this episode, host Phil Tarrant is joined by Right Property Group’s Victor Kumar to delve into the conversations that are currently taking place around property tax.Victor provides some valuable insight into the history of negative gearing, noting the significant impact of past changes of this policy on property prices and rental markets.

The duo discuss the delicate balance between encouraging investment and ensuring affordable housing, while Victor emphasises the resilience of the property market and the ongoing opportunities for informed investors, regardless of changing tax landscapes.

They also compare some of the differences and similarities between the Australian and US property markets, and how buyer’s agents roles are changing in each.

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Knowledge, no matter how valuable, is only useful when you act upon it.

With the FAST 50 back by popular demand for a second year, join Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Pure Property Investment’s Paul Glossop as they get their hands on the top investment suburbs for 2025.

In the final instalment of the FAST 50 2025 special podcast series, the pair impart an important message: success in property investment demands thoughtful analysis, strategic planning, and a willingness to take action.

Download your FREE copy of the FAST 50 2025 report here.

It’s never going to be easy to isolate 50 suburbs for growth from the more than 15,000 suburbs sprawled across the country.

With the FAST 50 back by popular demand for a second year, join Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Pure Property Investment’s Paul Glossop as they get their hands on the top investment suburbs for 2025.

In this instalment, Phil and Paul take a look at the “best of the rest” – the suburbs which may not have made the cut for a variety of reasons but still offer some very good promise for savvy buyers who have certain requirements from their portfolios.

Download your FREE copy of the FAST 50 2025 report here.

Comparing capital cities to the regions: Which is set to dominate?

With the FAST 50 back by popular demand for a second year, join Smart Property Investment’s Phil Tarrant and Pure Property Investment’s Paul Glossop as they get their hands on the top investment suburbs for 2025.

In this instalment, Phil and Paul take a deep dive into the locations included in this year’s list – taking a closer look at why capital cities feature heavily in this year’s FAST 50 when compared to 12 months ago. 

What do different locations offer different investors? And why is Perth so popular? Listen now to find out!

Download your FREE copy of the FAST 50 2025 report here.

Deep market knowledge has enabled one Aussie investor to generate a 54-property portfolio. Now, he’s on a mission to help others do the same.

Investor and buyer’s agent Sam Gordon joins host Phil Tarrant on this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show to share the inside scoop on his journey from a property novice to one of Australia’s leading investors.

Sam shares how a relentless thirst for knowledge helps him to hone his strategies over time, allowing him to reach bigger and better heights.

The pair also touch on negative gearing, tax strategies, and how a famous hacking technique can create business success.

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