Buying or selling a property? The jargon can get overwhelming fast. In this episode, we cut through the confusion and explain the key terms you’ll hear along the way, from the different types of homes (studio, townhouse, period styles) to how auctions and private sales actually work. We’ll also break down contracts, cooling-off periods, deposits, settlement, and all those extra costs like stamp duty and rates. Plus, we cover the legal side, titles, body corporate rules, easements, and planning permits, so you know exactly what you’re getting into. By the end, you’ll feel confident talking the talk, whether you’re buying your first place or just curious about how the property market works. Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage group discuss all the latest property market news. They cover where unit prices are surging driven by downsizers, the potential impact of climate change on high-risk suburbs, and how the most affordable segment of the housing market is outperforming. They also cover some of your questions in their listener Q&A section at the end. Enjoy! - Story 1 - Grandparents driving up luxury unit prices in their favourite suburbs -Unit market is 2-speed - Story 2 – Climate change could wipe $500bn from property values! - Story 3 – First homebuyers pounded by soaring prices Episode Resources - Grandparents driving up luxury unit prices in their favourite suburbs - Climate risk assessment: million homes, insurance, GDP costs - National climate risk assessment warns billions losses - First home buyers pounded by soaring prices - If your kids haven’t bought a home by their early 30s — be warnedOther News of interest - Migrant tradies must build 1 new house every 9 days - [Rental vacancy rates hold steady at 1.2% in August – declines in Sydney] - [More bad news for renters] Rask Resources - Pete's Buyers Agency - Alcove mortgage broking - Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week. They discuss how the affordable segment of the housing market is now outperforming, the latest data from Cotality, and property prices being set for a spring boom. They also cover some of your questions in their listener Q&A section at the end, so stick around for that. In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete also cover: 1. 4 reasons FHBs should use the 5% deposit scheme (Alcove) - 4 reasons why first home buyers should not miss the 5% Deposit Scheme opportunity — Alcove 2. Mosman set for super-development, but apartment shortage to worsen until 2030- Infrastructure 2025 — CBRE PDF - Demand for apartments remains strong amid growth across population, employment and income — CBRE 3. Property prices set for a spring boom - Westpac Housing Pulse August 2025 (PDF) - House prices “spring-loaded” to boom — MacroBusiness, September 2025 Other news of interest - Cotality AU Housing Chart Pack – September 2025 (PDF) - Rents reaccelerating as immigration rises — Pete Wargent Blog - ANZ cuts 3,500 jobs, house price expectations at 15-year high — Pete Wargent Blog - First home buyer incentives fuel affordable housing boom — Nerida Conisbee (LinkedIn) - First home buyer incentives fuel affordable housing boom as cheaper properties outpace averages — ABC News - Panic buyers drive housing market upswing — MacroBusiness - Eager homebuyers keep up with spring auction surge — AFR - Ground lease affordable housing model flawed, tenants say — ABC News - Record-low housing affordability for first-home buyers — ABC NewsRask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This episode was originally featured on The Australian Investors Podcast. In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Owen Rask and Leigh Gant discuss: – How Leigh transitioned from fitness businesses to investing in private companies – What makes a business worth buying and what can go wrong – How Australians can get started in private market investing – Lessons learned from his first 12 months as a business buyer Join the conversation about private companies: https://community.rask.com.au/c/investing/buying-private-companies-is-f-ing-hard If you love learning about private equity and small business investing, subscribe to the Australian Property Podcast on Apple, Spotify, or YouTube! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing insights. Topics Covered – Leigh’s journey from gym owner to investor – Buying a private business vs. starting from scratch – Key lessons learned from operating a business post-acquisition – What no one tells you about vendor financing, due diligence, and being “on the tools” Resources for This Episode – Leigh's LinkedIn Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (01:38) Getting to Know Leigh (09:02) Leigh's Inspiration to Choose Private Markets (13:24) Where to Start (16:11) Range of Capital Needed to Plan The Space (19:52) Is $100k Enough to Start? (21:44) What Leigh Was Doing in Due Diligence Phase (25:09) Small & Medium Business Stats (29:08) Next Step (IM) (31:00) Documents Leigh Looked At (32:57) Tax Structures (33:57) Loans (39:27) Valuations (42:31) How Did The Business Go? (51:56) More Resources ~~ Rask Resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services – https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Get Financial Planning – https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask – https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes – https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question – just select the Property Podcast – https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: – Instagram: @rask.invest – TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. You should consider if the information is appropriate for your situation before acting on it. If you’re unsure, consult a licensed financial planner. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial adviser, or tax professional. You can access The Rask Group’s Financial Services Guide (FSG) here: https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete and Owen talk about the top news stories of the week, along with some listener questions Topics covered today - First homebuyer scheme – early movers? - Fastest home price increase in 15 months (0.7% in August) - Rethinking the housing pipeline - Listener Q&A Episode Resources - Government incentives upending the property market - Impact on property prices of expansion of first home guarantee - 5% deposit scheme to begin in October - Capitals overtake regions after a 9-month run - Approvals ease, but pipeline is solid - More approvals, more problems? Rethinking the housing pipeline - Government fast-tracks 5% deposit scheme for first-home buyers - Home prices lift on tight buying - Housing values bloom ahead of spring selling season Rask Resources - Pete's Buyers Agency - Alcove mortgage broking - Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) - All services - Financial Planning - Invest with us - Access Show Notes - Ask a question DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast your host Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers talks you through how to build a compounding machine to grow your wealth exponentially for the long term. He Covers: - Foundations (1st & 2nd Gear): Spend less than you earn, avoid consumer debt, save consistently, and start investing early — time is your greatest ally. - Building Momentum (3rd & 4th Gear): Shift from saving to leveraged investing (property, shares), reinvest gains, add value, diversify, and stay disciplined through ups and downs. - First Tipping Point (5th Gear): Portfolio growth sustains itself, wealth becomes a tool not a scoreboard, and financial stress begins to ease. - Second Tipping Point (6th Gear): Investment income matches or exceeds job income — financial independence, freedom to choose projects, and the ability to pass on knowledge. - Final Gears (7th & 8th): Portfolio growth surpasses peak earnings (“escape velocity”), compounding accelerates wealth creation, and business leverage (OPT/OPM) can supercharge results. Chapters (approximate) (0:00:00) Introduction (0:05:17) The Importance of Purpose in Compounding (0:08:08) Building the Foundations for Compounding (0:11:29) Leveraged Investing in Property (0:14:52) Speeding Up the Compounding Machine (0:17:44) Tipping Points in Wealth Growth (0:20:36) Teaching and Passing on Knowledge (0:23:54) Reaching Financial Freedom (0:26:41) Supercharging Wealth Growth Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Labor's 5% home deposit scheme is coming soon! In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Owen Rask from Rask Australia discuss all the latest property market news, including Labor’s announcement bringing forward the 5% deposit guarantee to 1 October 2025. They also cover some of your questions in the Listener Q&A section at the end of the show. Topics covered – 5% deposit scheme brought forward to 1 October – ABS shifts the debate on immigration – The great mismatch in housing stock – Listener Q&A – Highest volume of auctions since June – How AI will cut staff and reshape offices – Supply not keeping up with demand – Deposit guarantees could lift prices ahead of forecasts – Empty NDIS homes – RBA’s $1.2bn office reno one of the most expensive on record Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (03:21) Business Dynamics and Economic Trends (07:12) Government Initiatives and Housing Market Impact (12:17) Supply and Demand Imbalances in Real Estate (16:13) Future Projections and Economic Considerations (23:30) Shifting Narratives on Immigration (34:04) Mismatch in Housing Stock and Demographics (38:12) Investment Strategies in Property (41:50) Understanding Land Lease Concepts Resources for this episode Albanese’s housing plan: Labor lights rocket under housing Only the quickest first-home buyers to benefit from expanded 5% deposit scheme (SMH) Anthony Albanese post on X (formerly Twitter) Overseas arrivals and departures vs overseas migration data (ABS) ABS tries to censor migration debate (Macrobusiness) Cameron Murray post on X (formerly Twitter) ABS migration censorship controversy explodes (Macrobusiness) This is why we should debate immigration (Pete Wargent) The great mismatch: smaller households, bigger homes (Cotality) Highest volume of auctions since mid-June (Cotality) How AI will cut staff and reshape offices (AFR) Australian housing supply cannot keep up with demand (Macrobusiness) Deposit guarantees could lift prices ahead of forecasts (ABC) Empty NDIS homes: SDA empty homes (ABC Four Corners) RBA’s $1.2bn office renovation—one of the most expensive on record (AFR) Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #property #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
When it comes to property investing, most people jump straight into browsing suburbs or scrolling through listings. But the real starting point? Creating a clear investment strategy and turning that into a practical investment brief. In today’s episode, Pete and Amy break down exactly how to do that – so you can stop wasting time on properties that don’t align with your goals, and start building a portfolio with purpose. What we cover in this episode: - Strategy vs. brief – the big-picture plan vs. the specifics for your next purchase. - How to decide between capital growth vs. cashflow (and why it’s rarely one without the other). - The role of exit strategies, diversification, and correct loan structuring. - Why it’s critical to align your investments with your lifestyle and long-term goals. - Setting your brief parameters:- Budget (capacity vs. comfort level)- Cashflow requirements (yield vs. growth, stress testing, P&I vs interest only)- Investment style (set-and-forget vs. value-add opportunities)- Example of a clear brief: what it looks like in practice.- How to avoid analysis paralysis when you’ve got a flexible budget or too many choices.- Choosing locations strategically: state, suburb, and micro-market research.- Key non-negotiables and “bonuses” to include in your final brief – from quiet streets and off-street parking to north-facing blocks and future value-add potential. Why this matters: Your investment brief acts as a filter. It protects you from distraction, FOMO, and shiny objects. Most importantly, it keeps every property decision aligned with your long-term wealth-building strategy. By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly how to build your own property investment brief – and how to use it as a roadmap for smarter, more strategic buying. Episode How to research real estate like a pro Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Owen Rask talk about the big three property news stories of the week. They also answer some of your questions in their listener Q&A section. Here’s what they cover: 1 – Auction markets light up – Buyers bull rush Aussie property – Auction clearance rate leaps to 75% 2 – Every cycle is different – Nerida Conisbee 3 – Productivity round table – any new taxes for housing? – Two economists push radical proposal to tax the family home as participants gather for Labor's economic roundtable Listener Q&A 1 – Reduce, reuse, recycle 2 – Auction advice Other news of interest: – Migration rebound not good news for tenants – Stockland, Mirvac call for tax reforms to boost new housing – Imputed rent and potential impact for Australia – Short-stay accommodation bans to hurt tourism, not help housing – Why Labour will double down on Indian migration – Aussie renters be damned Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (06:25) Inquiries and Demand Trends (09:12) Immigration Impact on Housing (10:07) Auction Market Trends (12:42) Interest Rates and Market Sentiment (15:44) Future Market Predictions (20:17) Rate Cutting Cycles and Their Effects (23:18) Market Trends: Shifts in Investor Confidence (24:59) Taxation and Productivity: The Ongoing Debate (25:37) Navigating Employment Laws and Business Regulations (28:57) I liked how you talked about your experience with payroll tax (32:35) Debt Recycling: Risks and Strategies for Small Businesses (36:11) Auction Strategies: Winning in Competitive Markets Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #property #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Amy Lunardi and Pete Wargent, expert property buyers agents, explain what we mean by "high quality" property assets and whether or not the idea of "investment grade" is a myth. This is another 🧠 educational episode of The Australian Property Podcast. On this episode of The Australian Property Podcast: - Investment grade property - What it means to buy a high-quality asset - Do house and land packages make investment grade? - How important is the location? - Why does it help? - Is everyone's definition a little different? Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Owen Rask talk about the big 3 property news stories of the week, and what they are investing in for 2026. In this week’s episode, Owen and Pete cover: 1 – Tax reforms – what’s on the agenda? 2 – Rental inflation reignites 3 – Property or shares for 2026? Interest rates smashed mega landlords – few sold (ABC News) Negative gearing hits a dead end ahead of economic summit (AFR) Labor will never cut negative gearing (MacroBusiness) National Vacancy Rates July 2025 (SQM Research PDF) Rental squeeze reintensifies (Pete Wargent blog) Aussie rent shock returns (MacroBusiness) Other news of interest RBA cuts cash rate by 25bps in August (James Foster Macro) Rental squeeze reintensifies (Pete Wargent blog) The $10m square metre question hanging over the office market (AFR) Cotality Housing Chart Pack – August Report (CoreLogic PDF) Commonwealth Bank posts $10bn profit, mortgage arrears easing (ABC News) Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask speaks with Rebeka Morgan, a licensed builder and the founder of Buildher, Australia's largest community of for-profit renovators! If you like this Australian Property Podcast episode on renovating for profit, you'll love the series. Don't forget to subscribe for weekly shows on Apple, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts. Topics covered: - Property renovation mistakes - Why the kitchen & living is the most important room - Where renovators go wrong - Rebeka's #1 pet peeve in building design - How to identify properties and suburbs to renovate - The difference between flipping and renovating for profit Chapters (approximate) (02:18) Introduction (05:14) Understanding the Emotional Aspect of Property Investment (08:25) Market Dynamics and Misconceptions (11:09) Design Choices for Profit vs. Personal Use (14:20) Identifying Target Demographics for Renovation (17:20) Analyzing Market Demand and Property Value (20:31) The Importance of Local Knowledge in Property Investment (24:37) Valuable Home Features (28:22) Understanding Market Comparisons (30:20) Renovation Insights and Lessons Learned (34:11) Resources for Renovation Success (37:16) Design Features to Eliminate Episode resources Buildher website: https://buildhercollective.com.au/ Rebeka's first interview with Owen: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/2023/12/20/how-to-build-and-renovate-for-profit-with-buildhers-rebeka-morgan/ Rebeka's Book: Stop Dreaming and Start Renovating for Profit: https://www.amazon.com.au/Stop-Dreaming-Start-Renovating-Profit/dp/1394271298 Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from the Alcove mortgage specialists discuss the big property news stories of the week. They also covered some of your listener questions in their weekly Q&A. In this week’s episode, Chris and Pete cover: 1 – Working from home mandates! 2 – More taxes in union’s sights 3 – 295,000 international student places for 2026 Episode Resources: Victoria to mandate two days work-from-home under new law – The Guardian Business pans Victoria’s WFH plan – AFR ACTU calls for $25bn in fair tax redistribution – The Australian 295,000 international student places for 2025 – Pete Wargent Blog Managing a sustainable international education sector – Jason Clare National home prices rise again in July – ABC News Bad news for Aussie housing affordability – MacroBusiness Prefab homes won’t improve affordability – MacroBusiness August rate cut appears certain – ABC News Auction clearance rates strong ahead of rate cut – AFR Sellers’ market will push house prices higher – MacroBusiness New QLD laws to prevent nightmare home purchases – AFR Trump announces new 'reciprocal' tariffs – ABC News Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode of the Australian Property Podcast, co-hosts Amy Lunardi and Chris Bates do a deep dive into the hidden world of off-market properties — what they are, why vendors choose to sell off-market, how buyers can find them, and the truth about whether they’re really a bargain. Here’s what we cover: -What is an off-market vs a pre-market property? -Why vendors choose to sell off-market -Is using a buyer’s agent just about access to off-markets? -What percentage of Amy’s deals are off-market-How to actually find off-markets yourself (yes, it's hard work) -Why your relationship with agents matters more than you think -The myth of “bargain” off-markets — and when they do exist -The risks and flakiness of buying off-market -How to avoid wasting time on off-markets that aren’t a good fit- -Why due diligence is even more critical without public sales data -Tips for assessing vendor motivation and negotiation strategy Whether you're buying your first home or investing in property, this episode will help you navigate the mysterious world of off-markets with confidence. Chris’s resource - https://www.valuergeneral.nsw.gov.au/services/sales-enquiry.htm?execution=e1s1 Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #property #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists discuss the big news stories of the week. They also covered off a few of your questions in their weekly Listener Q&A. Here’s what they cover: 1 – Everything bubble is back…but this time it’s different? (AFR) 2 – What do the June inflation figures mean for property? 3 – The return of prefab housing Episode Resources Everything Boom returns – Pete Wargent The everything bubble is back, but this time it’s different – AFR More rate cuts in 2025 as inflation cools – Pete Wargent Australian Q2 CPI – James Foster Macro ‘Ship-in’ homes receive show of faith from big four bank – AFR Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and top buyer’s agent Amy Lunardi step through 10 popular real estate untruths. Topics covered – "Buying the worst house on the best street" is not always smart – Not all agents are lying when they quote low – Lowballing is not a strategy – If you’ve been looking for over a year – the problem is probably you – Off markets doesn’t mean a bargain – Land doesn’t equal capital growth – You might be better off renting – One sale price doesn’t mean a trend – Your renovation doesn’t always add value – Time in the market versus timing in the market isn’t always true Episode resources – My $1m property mistake Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #property #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from the Alcove mortgage specialists discuss all the latest property news. This week: – Melbourne auctions pick up – APRA holds macroprudential settings – Chalmers urged to reform CGT for housing Chapters (approximate) (00:00) Introduction (03:44) Current Property Market Dynamics (08:09) Interest Rates and Economic Indicators (12:39) Auction Market Trends (17:35) Macro Prudential Settings and Housing Supply (26:37) Tax Reform and Housing Policy (32:23) Shares Vs. Property in SMSFs (36:49) Sell or Keep? Half a House (40:44) Approaching NSW Buyers Agents Directly Resources for this episode – Massive auction results power Melbourne’s housing market (AFR) – APRA announces update on macroprudential settings – Treasurer Chalmers flags once in a generation change to taxation system in overhaul (YouTube) – Chalmers for bold tax reform (ABC) – RBA Minutes – Westpac on the RBA Minutes – Construction costs up 2.9% over the year – Rental growth slows (ABC News Business) – Two Teachable moments (Luci Ellis of Westpac) Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #australia #property Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, Owen Rask reveals a million-dollar mistake from early in his wealth-building journey. He explains: – The opportunity he missed in the property market – Why he stuck with shares and ignored other strategies – How combining property and shares could have accelerated his financial growth – A powerful lesson in using every tool at your disposal for long-term wealth If you liked this Australian Property Podcast episode on investing lessons and personal mistakes, subscribe to the show on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more insights. Topics Covered – The $1 million property mistake – Shares vs property: a false choice? – What is debt recycling and equity release? – How to use property to supercharge investments – The role of financial planning in building wealth – Why dogma (shares only or property only) can be dangerous – Lessons from missing the train on property – Using loans strategically for tax efficiency – Warren Buffett's influence—and where it can go wrong – Rethinking financial tools: use the whole toolkit Resources for this episode 📄 Learn more about investing smarter: – Free Property Course ~~ Rask resources ~~ 🔗 Explore all Rask services - https://bit.ly/R-services 📋 Learn about Rask Financial Planning - https://bit.ly/R-plan 📈 Start investing with Rask - https://bit.ly/R-invest 📜 Access Show Notes - https://bit.ly/R-notes ❓ Ask a question - just select the Property Podcast - https://bit.ly/R-quest 📲 Follow us on social media: Instagram: @rask.invest TikTok: @rask.invest DISCLAIMER This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs before acting on it. If you’re unsure, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG) - https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists run through all the big property news stories of the week. 1 – How to build more cheaply (Nerida Conisbee, Ray White) 2 – Brisbane hits a million-dollar median house price (Cotality) 3 – Office to apartment conversions to drive units recovery? Resources: Main Articles: A mini Aussie dream for $1: The future of Sydney housing revealed (SMH) How to build more cheaply – Nerida Conisbee (LinkedIn) Brisbane’s unstoppable house price boom (Macrobusiness) Brisbane is now a million-dollar house market – here’s how it happened (Cotality) Apartment developers reshaping Sydney’s suburbs may benefit office owners (The Australian) Other News of Interest: Support payment for renters on Treasury housing options list (ABC) Cautious RBA sets the tone for property in 2025 (Pete Wargent) Monday market recap with Cameron Kusher (Oz Property Insights) Mortgage volumes & sizes hit record (Pete Wargent) How do first homebuyers afford anything? (Macrobusiness) Commercial rate rise of 50% in Townsville (ABC) Sydney home swamped by high-rises sells for $8m in Rhodes (ABC) Office conversions drive office recovery (The Australian) Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, Chris Bates sits down with financial adviser James O’Reilly for a candid conversation about using property and super to plan for retirement. They cover: – The psychology behind early retirement goals – Common property pitfalls in retirement planning – How to tap into home equity and diversify your assets – Why mindset and long-term thinking are crucial – The risks of collecting low-quality assets If you enjoyed this Australian Property Podcast episode on property and retirement, don’t forget to subscribe on Apple, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever you get your podcasts! Follow us on Instagram and TikTok for more investing and property insights. Topics Covered – How Property Fits into Retirement Planning – The Wind Metaphor: Phases of Financial Life – Mistakes in Property Asset Selection – The Danger of Short-Term Thinking – Setting Short-Medium Term Goals that Motivate Action – Reframing the Home in Retirement Context – Using Home Equity for Lifestyle or to Help Kids – Diversifying into Shares & Superannuation – Resetting Expectations at 50+ – The Psychology of Letting Go (Sentimental Property Ties) Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices