Australian Property Investor
Tyrone Shum
Property Investory is a podcast bringing you the latest stories, life experiences and case studies from Australia’s most innovative people. Your host Tyrone Shum will begin to explore the daily lives, influences, and worst and best moments of his guests. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, this podcast will bring you the latest stories, strategies, and case studies from Australia’s most innovative property experts such as Jan Somers, Steve McKnight, Cherie Barber, Margaret Lomas, John L Fitzgerald, Jane Slack-Smith, Chris Gray, John Lindeman and many others. Your host Tyrone Shum will begin to explore the daily lives, influences, and worst and best property investing moments of his guests. Then in a future podcast, you’ll be led step-by-step through each property investors’ unique strategy to success.Tune in at home or on the go via iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or through https://propertyinvestory.com/podcasts/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Mar 5, 2026 • 37min
Why You Don’t Need A Uni Degree To Succeed in Property, like Libby Lombardo
Libby Lombardo, who started out as a property developer in her 20s only for the market to stall, became bankrupt. With over 15 years of experience, we will chat to her about how she overcame this, how she initially started out in the property game and how the family tradition of door-knocking aided her in her scheme for success.You’ll also learn more about Lombardo’s role as a property developer, how her family background influenced her to become a dealmaker and why she is living proof that it’s not necessary to have a university degree on your resumè to become successful! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Mar 2, 2026 • 55min
From Residential To Commercial: The Unbelievable Story Of Liam Austin’s First Property Purchase
Liam Austin is the co-founder of Next For Sale and Entrepreneurs HQ. Next For Sale is a company that he created software that allows buyers to buy below market in order to get that instant equity. Entrepreneurs HQ focuses on virtual summits which allow people all over the world to attend a conference without actually having to leave the comfort of your own home. You simply need an internet connection. Join us as we delve into Austin’s upbringing and what career he dreamed of having as a young adult, what inspired him to create the business of hosting virtual summits, the role that his parents played in his career, the remarkable story of his first property investment purchase and much much more on this episode of Property Investory! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 26, 2026 • 44min
Kristoffer Keast on Simultaneously Running Three Businesses While Managing a Property Portfolio
Keast’s journey in property investment began when he injured his back and could no longer work at his day-to-day job. Needing another source of income to provide or his family, Keast started a few in-house cleaning businesses, which eventually led him to some in-sider knowledge in property investment as well.Listen to this episode of Property Investory to find out how Keast manages his time between all his commitments, the story behind his first investment property and why he focuses on investing in properties with high rental yields. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 23, 2026 • 34min
Growing A Portfolio To 6 Properties Using Rent: Ko Ko Naing
As IT professional Koko Naing shares his journey from Burma to Australia and how he made the shift from renter to property investor, we will follow his story from a steep compensation amount of $900 to an a-ha moment on increasing rental yield!Uncover the mobile developer’s views on good debt and bad debt, how he migrated to Australia with only $10,000 in hand and unable to buy a home, what led him to build his portfolio of six investment properties and why it’s essential to get to know the market you’re investing in. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 12, 2026 • 36min
Jason Titus: Five Properties, $1M Equity, and Countless Lessons
Buyers Edge Property Director Jason Titus has employed patience and precision along the way of his deliberate, step-by-step investing process. Successfully building a multi-property portfolio, he has seen a $350,000 property turn into a $790,000 asset, navigated maintenance hurdles, and leveraged over a million dollars in equity—all while balancing career growth, family, and smart decision-making. Plus, he highlights the advantage of building assets and increasing income simultaneously when scaling a property portfolio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 9, 2026 • 29min
Jason Titus: A Buyer's Agent Answers the Everyday Aussie's $120K Question
Since entering the buyer’s agent space in 2020, Buyers Edge Property Director Jason Titus has been actively involved in numerous successful property deals, and has effectively combined genuine humility with established property know-how. Recognising that property decisions are more than just about finances—they are intertwined with quality of life, safety, and long-term security—, he has proven himself an action-oriented property professional who leads with integrity, teaches by example, and prioritises family alongside business success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 5, 2026 • 48min
Buying Your First Property at 21 Years Old: How You Can Do It Too with Kirsty Dunphey
Chatting to property obsessed mortgage broker, Kirsty Dunphey, we will follow her journey from jumping a hurdle and starting her first business at 15 years old, to getting into property management - where she would discover her passion for property and go on to build a future for her family.Discover how this mum of two overcame adversities her family faced during her childhood and how she used $90,000 from the bank and a $7,000 first home owners grant, to purchase her first piece of property at 21 years of age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Feb 2, 2026 • 46min
How To Overcome Tragedy When You Buy The Worst House in Sydney with Kevin Lee
Chatting with Smart Property Advisor Kevin Lee, we will follow his road to becoming a property investor, rife with horror stories of greasy motorbikes and years of rebuilding. A reliable and successful advisor with years of finance experience under his belt, he’ll show you why he doesn’t agree with negative gearing and why property is greater than shares!We will hear advice from Lee on what he has learnt through his own experience and find out how - at the age of 40 - he started over at ANZ as a trainee to learn more about finance. You’ll also discover the property investing tragedies that he has overcome, including his investment in Sydney’s worst house. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 29, 2026 • 45min
Steven Sia: Taking the Property Road From First Buy to Financial Freedom
A property investor who underscores preparation over luck in his strategy, Steven Sia has always been ready to roll up his sleeves and think outside the box to tackle even the toughest property hurdles with creative solutions that maximise outcomes. Building a portfolio with positive cash flow properties that prioritise income generation, he now offers practical insights on purposeful investing, balancing lifestyle and finances, and seizing opportunities to maximise returns. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jan 26, 2026 • 31min
Steven Sia: From One Double Degree to 10 Years of Property Wins
From completing a double degree in his university days to rising through the ranks in his professional life in both Asia and Australia, property investor Steven Sia has always taken one day at a time with a holistic perspective—proving himself adaptable and resilient when the rubber meets the road. A passionate advocate for living with intentionality, he now balances business, property investing, and personal growth—all while consistently delivering tangible results. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
