134: VIDEO How to retire on $3,000 a Week with The Property Couch
Description
In this episode of The Joyful Frugalista, Serina Bird is joined by Bryce Holdaway and Ben Kingsley — co-hosts of The Property Couch podcast and authors of How to Retire on $3,000 a Week. Together, they explore how everyday Australians can build long-term wealth through smart property investing.
Holdaway and Kingsley discuss the evolution of their investment philosophy, the importance of managing cash flow, and how to distinguish between good and bad debt. You’ll also hear practical strategies like the “seven day float,” and how offset accounts can offer financial flexibility and peace of mind in retirement.
💡 Discussion topics
- Why cash flow is king in property investing
- The difference between good debt and bad debt
- How offset accounts can reduce interest and increase flexibility
- Why housing security is essential for retirement
- The power of the “seven day float” for managing spending
- How to avoid becoming a forced seller in a downturn
- Why property investing is a long-term game
📌 Chapters:
07:30 – On Being a Podcaster
07:44 – Cash Flow Management
15:08 – Investment Property Costs
18:51 – Debt
21:31 – Accommodation in Retirement
25:38 – Offset Accounts
26:44 – Frugalista Tip