The Property Couch Chapter 6: Asset Selection (The Audiobook)
Feb 8, 2026
They unpack what makes an investment-grade property versus an investment dud. They compare growth, balanced and yield strategies and when to use each. They explain why location drives most outcomes and how supply and demand, land value and owner-occupier appeal shape long-term performance. They walk through practical filters and lenses for choosing prime or entry-level assets.
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First Purchase Sparked A Career
- Bryce bought his first investment apartment at 24 and it returned only 2.77% p.a. over 25+ years.
- He still calls it his best decision because it got him into investing and created momentum for future success.
Costly Tax Advice Mistake
- Ben bought a 1970s house in 1994 and sold it in 2000 on tax advice, losing out on large capital gains.
- That $730,000 opportunity cost taught him to seek specialised property advice and plan long term.
Own Quality Over Quantity
- Focus on owning the right properties, not the most properties.
- Aim for a few high-quality assets that align with your long-term plan rather than many mediocre ones.
