Property Investment Podcast Network

Data nerds Arjun Paliwal and Leigh Paliwal have cautioned investors against playing real estate roulette when choosing their next location. Arjun, founder of InvestorKit, and Leigh, director at Hills Finance, unpack the latest lending data and encourage investors to review their financial positions in the face of the Reserve Bank's rapid rate hike cycle. As refinancing becomes a higher priority for Aussies who are coming off their fixed-rate contracts, the duo also looks at the possible options that are available for home owners and investors to buffer their mortgages. The duo also brings back their analysis of overvalued and undervalued markets before highlighting the significance of identifying locations that have "healthy" growth prospects.

Kerry Rolando Lowbridge first ventured into property ownership following on from the advice of her father – and has learnt an awful lot about investing since. On this episode of the Smart Property Investment Show, Kerry shares with host Grace Ormsby how her approach to investing has evolved over the years – and how she's gained the confidence to continue kicking even bigger goals. With numerous properties (and developments) now up her sleeve – and a bucketload of experiences to draw upon – Kerry is at a point in her property journey where she wants to put the "fun" back into the process. With numerous properties (and developments) now up her sleeve – and a bucketload of experiences to draw upon – Kerry is at a point in her property journey where she wants to put the "fun" back into the process. In this episode, you will hear: What an evolving property strategy can look like How Kerry has levelled-up her portfolio Why she keeps her own property portfolio separate from her husband If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

In this investor update — and nearly three years on from his first appearance on the Smart Property Investment Show — Aidan Hill sits down with host Grace Ormsby and recounts being "trapped" in Peru during COVID-19's early days, all while trying to settle on a property. Thankfully, that Peru adventure hasn't put him off property. Providing a full portfolio update, Aidan outlines its growth over the last three years and the research that fuels his investment decision-making, before explaining what's next in store for his property journey. In this episode, you will also hear: Why renovating may be a one-off experience for Aidan Which factors he sees as integral to the investment process How research underpins this investor's decision-making If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

When we last spoke with this investor, he had built an impressive portfolio by his early 30s and faced the dilemma of being in "property jail." In this episode, he gives an exciting update and what's next in his journey. Simon Loo, the founder of HouseFinder, sits down with host Phil Tarrant to talk about how he grew his portfolio to 24 properties from 2016 to 2022 — which is currently valued at $18 million — including focusing on reducing debt, increasing his passive income and more. The duo discuss the best practices Simon has adopted after years of dealings within the real estate market, the lessons he's gleaned from his investment journey so far, and how he realigned his investment goals following a major life event. They also touch on his future goals for his portfolio's growth and the types of properties he intends to diversify into. To learn more about Simon's journey, tune in here. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

With the RBA serving up a 25-basis-point rate hike in February, can borrowers continue to hold the line? While the going is getting tough for property investors, these experts say it's time to take control of their mortgage. With the RBA set to continue its fiscal policy tightening in 2023, Smart Property Investment's Phil Tarrant and Finni Mortgage's chief executive Paul Glossop advised investors to 'finetune' not just their mortgages but other aspects of their finances, such as rental income. As the financial landscape rapidly changes, the pair also unpacks how lenders are becoming more competitive with their offerings before providing strategies on how borrowers can leverage these opportunities. The duo also underlines the importance of being proactive in optimising their financial position as the RBA's rate rise cycle continues in the coming months.

Is it possible to climb the property ladder with just $5,000 in your bank account? This first-time buyer did just that — with the help of a mortgage broker. In this special episode, Smart Property Investment's Phil Tarrant sits down with Eva Loisance, the manager for Finni Mortgages' broker division, to talk about how a real-life client, Dylan, embarked on a journey towards owning a property. While Dylan lacked the financial power to have a strong start in property investing, Ms Loisance shared that his determination to achieve the "Australian dream", combined with smart financing strategies, helped him overcome the financial barriers to property ownership. The pair also highlights the significance of a strategic approach to property financing, the need to match one's financial status with investment objectives, and explains the growing trend of buyers working with mortgage brokers. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

It's no secret that a healthy balance sheet is a pillar to successful commercial real estate investing. So on the latest episode of Inside Commercial Property with Rethink Investing, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Scott O'Neill are bringing an expert on board to help us crunch the numbers. Munzurul Khan, the chairman at KHI Partners and a driving force behind the SPI portfolio, says that while the shift from residential to commercial property investing can be a complex undertaking, it can also be financially rewarding with the right strategy in place. Further diving into money matters related to commercial investing, the trio discusses how to mitigate risks, why it's important to have the right financial structure when building your portfolio and why investments in the sector must always fall in line with one's personal goals and circumstances. Last but not least, they answer the burning questions from listeners and provide the right questions to ask their own accountant about their taxes, loans and much more.

On this episode of the Smart Property Investment show, avid property investor Brenden Lowbridge sits down with host Grace Ormsby to roll through his property investing history, the motivating factors behind his endeavours, and track his portfolio — currently eight properties. Brenden also reveals his investing tactics, including why he at times opts for properties that others wouldn't, before explaining a pivotal moment in his early years that set the wheels of his investment journey in motion. In this episode, you will also hear: - The importance of location - Why the leap to development is worthwhile - Should you rinse and repeat your strategy? If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

Which capital cities will conquer 2023 and which ones will falter in the face of a rapidly changing market? In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with Damian Collins, managing director of Momentum Wealth and chairman of Westbridge Funds Management, to discuss the current state of affairs across the country's property markets before explaining why the outlook for real estate investing remains "bullish" this year. The duo also takes a closer look at Western Australia's property market, the ups and downs it has weathered throughout different cycles, and unpacks the factors that make Perth a safe haven for real estate investors amid a widespread market downswing. Damian also gives an in-depth look into property funds, how commercial property may be the next big investment property investors are missing out on this year, and how the current inflationary environment is not the only factor investors should take into account when building a property portfolio. Declaring 2023 as "the year of opportunity", the expert advised investors to "think outside the box" when outlining their investment roadmap this year. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.

With January half gone, join host Grace Ormsby and fellow journalist Kyle Robbins for this editorial catch-up edition, where the pair sit down to discuss the whirlwind beginning to the year in property and how it may shape the coming months. Reflecting on the stories that characterised 2022's conclusion, the pair then look ahead to the year and predict the biggest stories that could dominate the remainder of 2023. If you like this episode, show your support by rating us or leaving a review on Apple Podcasts and by following Smart Property Investment on social media: Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn. If you would like to get in touch with our team, email editor@smartpropertyinvestment.com.au for more insights, or hear your voice on the show by recording a question below.