Geared for Growth Property Investing Podcast

Mike is joined once again by Henny Stier, co-founder and Principal Buyer’s Agent for OH Property Group, to talk about the risks and rewards of flipping property for profit. This conversation follows on from the previous podcast where Henny and Mike discussed the reality of property renovation and some of the common mistakes that people encounter when they set out to flip houses.

Mike is joined by Henny Stier, co-founder and Principal Buyer’s Agent for OH Property Group, for a transparent, comprehensive and thoroughly enlightening conversation around making money out of property flipping. They covered so much ground that this episode is in two parts, with Henny returning for part two in the next episode. They discuss many aspects of property flipping, including the timeframe you want to look at, why it’s harder in Australia to turn a profit, the impact of construction pricing and the type of investor that flipping might appeal to.

Mike is joined by Brisbane based Buyer’s Agent Nathan Prasad, to talk about the merits of negotiating to buy property off market. As a Buyer’s Agent, Nathan leverages his relationships with Real Estate Agents to uncover the best deals for his clients. More often than not, those deals are off-market. So what exactly does that mean and how do you go about finding them? Mike catches up with Nathan in this episode to find out his tricks of the trade.

Mike is joined by Managing Director and Lead Buyer’s Agent at Taylored Property Wealth, Casey Taylor, to talk about the importance of time in the market and why it’s critical to get into property as early as possible. In this conversation, Casey not only shares his early experiences but talks in detail about what he now looks for in a property, the markets he targets and why he believes it’s important to get in early.

Mike is joined by Paul Garson, Licenced Conveyancer and Owner of ACG Stonnington Conveyancing in Melbourne. In addition to conveyancing, Paul also acts as a Buyer’s Agent and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to this insightful discussion about what typically trips people up when it comes to buying property. With over 20 years’ experience as a Licensed Conveyancer, Paul has seen it all when it comes to buying property. Here he shares with Mike the common traps that people fall into and why he believes it’s important to talk to a Conveyancer and get expert advice on the sales contract before getting too far down the track.

Mike is joined by Jim Malamatinas, Founder and Director of A Game Property Advisory. As a licensed real estate agent with a background in property development, Jim is passionate about working with his clients to unlock the value in property, whether by finding their dream home or through strategic investing, and he sits down with Mike to share some of his secrets in this podcast.

Mike is joined by Strategic Financial Adviser and Plenitude Wealth Strategist, Andrew Courtney, to talk about the role of property in financial planning and why most financial planners tend to focus more on shares and insurance. Andrew brings a unique perspective to the usually dry topic of financial planning. He looks at wealth creation holistically and believes that good investing comes down to the smart allocation of your resources, being time, energy, and focus.

For the latest episode of this bonus series of the property investing journey, Mike is joined by Frank Ambesi,  Investor Buyer’s Agent and Founder of Fresh Start Advisory, to talk about the fundamentals of investment grade property and how to go about determining the right property to buy. Frank understands the risks involved in investing in property and is on a mission to help other investors avoid the same mistakes he has made. 

Mike is joined once again by Todd Sloan, experienced real estate agent, property renovator and investor, author of Australia’s Home Buying Guide and host of the popular Pizza and Property podcast. Todd first joined Mike on episode 40 of this bonus series where they delved into the tips and tricks of renovating for profit and maximising the return on your investment portfolio.

Todd’s back this week to look at practical examples of how to renovate for maximum profit on a shoestring budget. A big believer is getting design ideas by looking at Instagram or Pinterest, Todd believes that it’s possible to deliver the wow factor cost effectively by being innovative and creative in your approach.

For the latest episode of this bonus series of the property investing journey, Mike is joined by Todd Sloan, experienced real estate agent, property renovator and investor, author of Australia’s Home Buying Guide and host of the popular Pizza and Property podcast. Together Mike and Todd delve into the tips and tricks of renovating for profit and maximising the return on your investment portfolio.

This week’s guest needs very little introduction. Darren Palmer joined television show The Block in 2011 as one of three expert judges. He is considered one of Australia’s most influential interior designers and in addition to his TV role, Darren founded Darren Palmer Designed in 2006, providing interior design services and homewares for clients. Darren joins Mike in this week’s podcast to share his secrets on the do’s and don’ts of home styling.

Mike gets into the detail of the all-important due diligence process with Bobby Haeri, Managing Director of The Investors Agency and Sydney Strata Gardens. The term “due diligence” may sound highly technical but it’s really just the series of steps a prudent investor would undertake to ensure they know what they’re getting in their investment. Bobby and Mike walk through some of the more pertinent steps, starting with the personal attributes of the buyer.

Melissa Morgan is not your average property investor. She cleverly took advantage of the introduction of the first home owner’s grant and bought her first home at the young age of 18. Despite her parent’s misgivings around taking on debt, Melissa went on to purchase a second property soon after and from there she was hooked.

Mike catches up with Jo Natoli, property management specialist and founder of The Rental Specialist, to find out how you can make sure your property manager is the right one for you and what to do if you’re not getting the most out of their service.

In this episode, Jo shares with Mike the myriad of activities that, when done well, differentiate a good Property Manager from a dud. They talk through topics such as depreciation schedules, transferring an asset from a principle place of residence to an investment property, valuations and capital gains.

Mike teams up with Scott Aggett, expert property negotiator and Managing Director of property firm, Hello Haus, to chat through arguably the most important aspect of the property transaction, the art of negotiating.

Mike and Scott discuss the importance of understanding the market and how to know when to walk away from a purchase. They also cover off the approach Scott takes to choosing the right agent and chat about the current market conditions and the likelihood of the market changing in the buyer’s favour.

Mike teams up with Narelle Glynn, Buyer’s Advocate and Agent and founder of HUNTER Advocates based in Melbourne. Today’s conversation focusses on the common pitfalls that investors make when investing in residential real estate and how to avoid them.

In this conversation, Mish not only shares with Mike her amazing story, but also provides a comprehensive blueprint for how she rebuilt her family’s wealth through investing in commercial property. She carefully explains the differences between residential and commercial property, looking closely at the valuation methodology for commercial assets, and how it’s possible to add value on many fronts.

Mike is joined by Michelle Tucker and Linda Johnson, Co-Directors of  Spring Buyer’s Agency and Spring Property Management, to discuss the value proposition of working with a Buyer’s Agent in navigating the residential property market. Linda and Michelle explain the value that a Buyer’s Agent can bring to the residential sales process, particularly as it relates to off-market transactions.

Mike is joined by Thom Richards, experienced real estate agent and Co-Founder of Proptech darling, Managed App. With his property app recently surpassing $1Bn in real estate transactions, Richard sits down today to talk about the newly emerging Proptech sector and how it can benefit investors, property managers and tenants alike.

Mike catches up once again with Property Strategist Jay Anderson to discuss his tips, tricks and strategies for buying a property at auction. As a qualified Property Investment Adviser and Buyer’s Agent, Jay has bid on his share of properties, both for himself and on behalf of his clients. He knows first-hand the challenges buyers face and he’s here to share his top tips to help dampen the nerves and put you on the front foot.