Investor Intelligence

In this episode I'm joined by property investor Chris Mitchell who discusses his experience in the Australian property market. We discuss mindset, strategy, education and how to build a successful property portfolio - even if you have limited time. If you're looking to build wealth through property, this is a must listen episode! You can book your complimentary Strategy Session with the...

What is an Owners Corporation? How can they make or break an investment, and what are the things you should be aware of if you own property with a shared common area? This week, I'm joined by Melissa Harvey, the Director of The OC Guide, to dive into the problems that can arise when dealing with Owners Corporations. This is a must-listen episode if you own a property such as a townhouse or ap...

This week, mortgage expert Chelsea Burton joins us to discuss the current and future state of property lending in Australia. We'll discuss what to consider when borrowing at different stages of life and how the changing economic landscape with impact your borrowing capacity into the near future. With possible interest rate drops on the horizon, many investors are wondering what this means for...

Author and property expert Luke Harris discusses his experience investing in the Australian property market over the last 23 years. He covers how the market has changed and what he foresees for the future as well as the many investment strategies he's used to grow his wealth. With possible interest rate drops on the horizon, many investors are wondering what this means for the property market...

Land tax is a cost Australian property investors are faced with when growing their portfolios. This episode is a deep dive on what it is, how it's calculated, how investors can manage it effectively and when you should be concerned about it. Senior Property Mentor at The Property Mentors Pat de Ruiter joins us once again with a value packed episode helping you understand the intricacies of pr...

This episode reveals how to maximise your portfolio profits with an air-tight investment strategy. Malika Kingwell is the Mentor Team Leader at The Property Mentors and has a wealth of experience helping her clients grow wealth through property. We discuss the many considerations you need to think about BEFORE you start looking at sourcing property, how to create an investment strategy to help you...

In this episode of the Investor Intelligence podcast Jacob sits down with Aaron Best, Member Experience Director of The Property Mentors.  They deep-dive into the insights and implications of the recently released Domain House Price Report. Jacob and Aaron explore the surprising findings within the report, discussing how current trends may influence investment strategies. They also dissect future...

Understanding property contracts is an essential part of growing a successful property portfolio. This week, The Mentor Team Director and Senior Property Mentor at The Property Mentors Herman Benade and Pat de Ruiter reveal the most common contract types along with their role in an investor's strategy.   We discuss what types of contracts are becoming more common in these market conditions, h...

Interest rate rises and housing shortages were a big topic of conversation in 2023. But what's in store for 2024? Will interest rates finally start to come down? Are changes to lending policies on the horizon? Will housing shortages start to ease up? And of course, what does this all mean for property prices? Author, CEO and speaker Luke Harris discusses this as well as his top locations to i...

We had no shortage of outstanding guests on the podcast last year and to kick off 2024 off with a bang - we've compiled some of our top moments from 2023. This episode includes highlights from top economists, CEO's and founders from a variety of different industries including property, crypto, health and business. Thank you to all our fantastic supporters for making this show possible. W...

Property expert Luke Harris reveals his journey to a property portfolio worth $10s of millions and the mistake he's made along the way. Luke started from nothing and has been investing for 23 years. This episode is a deep dive on his story, how he created his wealth and the evolution of his investing career throughout the years. If you'd like to see how Luke Harris and his team can help...

Want to get more done in less time while being a happier and healthier version of yourself? Do just that with Taryn Laughlin's top 5 tips to skyrocket your mental and physical wellbeing. Taryn is the Founder of Hustle Hut Fitness and has spent hundreds of hours and thousands of dollars learning how to look, feel and perform at your best. We discuss everything from diet and exercise to meditat...

Earn more money, increase your negotiation skills and persuade people using the same ethical persuasion secrets used by the Founder of the second largest sales company in Australia. Mark McInnes is a sales expert, author and speaker who's been using the psychology of selling to grow countless small-medium sized businesses. In this episode we discuss what sales really is, how anyone can use th...

Economic growth is typically associated with an improved standard of living and a reduction in  poverty. But is this always the case? As income inequality grows and loneliness rises, senior economic lecturer at The University of Wollongong Dr Reetu Verma outlines why solely relying on Gross Domestic Product (GDP) as a measure of economic output can be detrimental to society. We discuss how the eco...

We've all heard of the crypto millionaires who've made generational wealth investing in cryptocurrencies, only to have lost it soon after. But how do these digital assets come to have value in the first place? Is there any substance to this technology? For this episode I'm joined by the one and only Zeneca - a founder who's built an enormous following discussing these digital a...

This week I'm joined by the General Manager at Crown Money Management Chelsea Burton to discuss the power of leverage and how we can best use borrowed money to grow our portfolios. We discuss the difference between good debt and bad debt as well as some crucial tips on how you can make the most of your existing borrowing capacity. If you're thinking about or are in the process of growing...

How can you cultivate a more fulfilling life while achieving your goals at the same time? This week I'm joined by two highly successful women who have not just achieved success themselves, but help others do the same each day.  My first guest today is the incredibly smart and talented Malika Kingwell.  With 10 years’ experience in the real-estate industry. She’s helped hundreds of clients bui...

Are we in a rental crises? How much should rising interest rates impact your investment strategy? How can investors navigate increasing costs and continue to grow their portfolio? This week I'm joined by the Director of Property Management at Harris Property Renee Whitehouse as well as the CEO of The Property Mentors Luke Harris to discuss the current housing shortage and what it means for in...

Welcome back to part 2 of our investor journey series featuring Luke and Laura! On this episode we dive into their situation a year later and discuss how they've managed to continue growing their property portfolio while running 3 businesses. This episode provides you with actionable takeaways for cultivating a productive lifestyle and should inspire you on your own path to financial growth....

This week's episode is a 2 part investor journey, with this first part being recorded a year ago. This episode features the investing journey of a young couple (Luke & Laura), who have started growing their portfolio through hard work, impressive planning and good guidance. Be sure to tune in again next week to hear the second part of their story, how their situation has evolved and the l...

How much do you need to invest in property? How do you take your emotions out of investing? Should any of the recent changes to tenant's rights be a concern for investors? How can you work out how a property will perform for you and what yield should you aim for? Why should you invest in property anyway? CEO of The Property Mentors and author of Let's Get Real and Property Fit answers th...

Data and statistics are important in making informed decisions, right? While this is certainly true, it's important to peel back the layers and understand where the data is coming from and wether the provider has a vested interest in shaping your beliefs. This week I'm joined by Member Experience Director at The Property Mentors, Aaron Best to discuss how data can be manipulated to serve...

Networking is an incredibly powerful tool for business owners and professionals to further their careers, make valuable connections and better serve their clients. This week I'm joined by Steven Quan and Kirrily Graham who go over their strategies for building relationships and maximising ROI from time spent at networking events. We discuss what to do when you first enter a room, how to make...

Does commercial really come with higher yields? At what stage of your investing should you be before you consider commercial property? How can business owners use commercial to supercharge their growth? What are the best commercial property strategies that can take your portfolio to the next level? Luke Harris -  The CEO of The Property Mentors and author of Property Fit and Let's Get Real an...

Are you looking to take your portfolio to the next level? Property expert and mentor team director at The Property Mentors Herman Benade discusses some of the more advanced property strategies and outlines the risks associated with them. We discuss developments, short stay, renovations, subdivisions and commercial property as well as what you need to make them work. Find and connect with us on any...