The Property Couch Chapter 11: Lifting the Veil on Property Investing (The Audiobook)
Feb 10, 2026
They reveal who profits in property deals and how conflicts of interest hide in plain sight. They contrast free versus fee-for-service advice and map where loyalties lie. They unpack common sales tactics like depreciation pitches, rental guarantees, and scarcity claims. They outline the must-have advisory team and warn about low regulation, seminar funnels, and costly investor mistakes.
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Ignore Manufactured Urgency
- Resist artificial scarcity and time-limited offers; take time for due diligence.
- Verify promised future infrastructure with independent sources before relying on it for growth.
Model Numbers Without Incentives
- Always model numbers independently of government incentives and grants.
- Check whether incentives like NDIS or first-home grants are absorbed into higher prices.
Get Expert Advice Before SMSF Property
- Don't commit to SMSF property purchases without specialist advice and careful planning.
- Recognise SMSF limits: borrowing constraints, costs, and strict usage rules.
