The Perth Property Show

This week, Trent Fleskens interviews Journalist and First Home Buyer, Brooke from her Youtube Channel @BrookoMoves, on her challenging first home buying journey in Perth. Brooke shares her background, challenges in affording a property, and experience in a competitive market and high prices. They discuss strategies including building relationships with agents, understanding finance, and considerin...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes Grant Shepherd, President of UDIA WA and Residential Director at Hesperia. Shepherd discusses his career journey, the role of UDIA in addressing the WA housing supply issue, and challenges such as affordable housing and regulatory approvals. The conversation delves into the importance of collaboration between industry and gov...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Andrew Sugiaputra, Managing Director of Golden Group and the Golden Sedayu JV, discussing his journey from a young Indonesian boy emigrating in the 90s to Perth property development titan. They delve into Andrew's early life, education, and initial career in civil engineering, followed by his transition into the property in...

This week on the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens is joined by Redmond Howe, the founder and managing director of Redmond Realty, to discuss the property market trends in the city of Joondalup. They delve into the significant price growth in areas like Burns Beach, Alkimos, Eglinton, and Yanchep, and explore factors driving these changes, such as new amenities and high demand for homes. Th...

Trent Fleskens from the Perth Property Show discusses the record low property stock in Perth with prolific real estate agent Rash Dhanjal. They explore the implications of the 5% first home buyer guarantee scheme on the market, noting increased inquiries and a significant price surge in properties priced between $600,000 and $800,000. Despite its intent to aid first home buyers, the scheme appears...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens answers listeners' questions about the current state and trends of the Perth property market. Topics covered include the impact of the Albanese government’s 5% first home buyer deposit scheme, areas in Perth with high gentrification potential for renovators and flippers, the best strategies for first-time homebuyers in the current mar...

Trent Fleskens hosts Sean Morrison from the APP Group to discuss the current state of Perth's property market, highlighting market failures, government responses, and the impact of under-supply. Key topics include the necessity for increased government investment, the cultural and structural challenges within local planning systems, and the critical need for more housing development in both urban...

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts Simon Gow, the National Head of Self-Managed Super Funds at Grant Thornton, to delve into the intricacies of self-managed super funds (SMSFs) and property investment. They discuss the increased regulation and compliance associated with SMSFs, the benefits of using an SMSF for property investments, and the tax advantages. Additionally, they cover borrowing against su...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Lachlan Delahunty, Managing Director of Follio, about their rebranding and focus on portfolio management. Lachlan emphasizes strategies such as debt reduction, rent vesting, and leveraging their new software tool, Prop Stack, to manage client portfolios. They discuss Perth's current property market, highlighting a 50/50 cl...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Sam Carrello, a top mortgage broker, about the current state of the Western Australian property market. They discuss the record low stock on market, the impact of recent RBA rate cuts, changes in the first home loan deposit scheme, and adjustments in the way hex debts are assessed. With the stock of available properties dwi...

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts John Wood, Managing Director of Providence Lifestyle Group, to discuss the history and development of lifestyle villages in Western Australia. From his early days growing up in the caravan industry to pioneering lifestyle villages, John shares insights on the transformation from basic caravans to sophisticated modular homes. They cover topics like the origins of lif...

This week, Trent Fleskens delves into the importance of Title Insurance, a topic not discussed in over six years. Joined by Paul Watkins from Stewart Title, the episode covers what Title Insurance is, its costs, and real-life examples of its benefits. They discuss unapproved building works, boundary disputes, and issues in newly subdivided land. Trent shares his personal experience of making a suc...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Carl Bordi from Bordi and Associates about essential tax topics for property investors. They discuss fundamental topics such as which property-related expenses are tax-deductible, the intricacies of depreciation, and the mechanics of negative gearing. The conversation also covers the implications of capital gains tax, the...

In this episode of Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens and guest Brendon Ptolomey provide an in-depth analysis of Western Australia's regional property market. They discuss major developments, such as the opening of a new Bunnings in Karratha and its potential impact on property prices. They cover various regions including Port Hedland, South Hedland, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Albany, Margaret R...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens and guest Brendon Ptolomey, Managing Director of Heron Todd White, discuss the current state of the Perth property market. They review the market movements since the start of the year, noting a significant drop in stock on the market leading to historical low levels and a rise in FOMO among buyers. The episode explores themes such as...

Trent Fleskens hosts the Perth Property Show with guest Vanessa Rader from Ray White Commercial, discussing the current state of Australia's commercial real estate market post-election. They cover transaction volumes, high interest rates, and the recent shifts in various property sectors including retail, industrial, and office spaces. Vanessa highlights that WA's commercial market has seen retail...

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts Tom Carlin of Carlin Real Estate on the Perth Property Show. They discuss the growth and opportunities in the Cockburn Central property market, reflecting on Carlin's journey from an IT engineer to a successful real estate agent. Carlin shares insights on the development and demand in suburbs like Beeliar, Atwell, Treeby and Hammond Park, emphasizing the evolving pr...

Host Trent Fleskens welcomes Wellard's #1 Agent, Navpreet Singh from The Agency, to discuss the rapid property growth in Wellard over the last few years. Nav attributes his success in real estate to community engagement via 'Punjabi Kangaroo,' a popular social media page, and emphasizes solving client problems. They explore demographics, pricing, and buyer profiles in Wellard and surrounding areas...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens discusses the state of the Western Australian property market at the start of FY 26, highlighting a surprising drop in available properties and expectations of further rate cuts. Trent welcomes Cal Doggett, Managing Director of Properties and Pathways, to delve into the effects of undersupply and increasing construction costs on both...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens recaps an eventful financial year marked by interest rate drops, tariff issues, and a continued undersupply of property in Perth. He provides an update on the market, noting a nearly 10% price growth and Perth surpassing Melbourne in median house prices. Trent answers listener questions on a variety of topics, including property boom...

Trent Fleskens of the Perth Property Show interviews Clare Nation, Director of Haiven Property Central, about Subiaco's transformation over the past five years. They discuss the rise in property values driven by developments like One Subiaco and the residential shifts influenced by community amenities and lifestyle preferences. Nation highlights the resurgence of this historic suburb, attributing...

This week on the Perth Property Show, Trent Fleskens hosts Sean Hughes, Managing Director of Haiven. Sean shares insights on the growth of Perth's coastal property market, particularly in areas like Trigg, and discusses the importance of amenities and lifestyle in driving property demand. They discuss Haiven's business strategy, emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and the importance of a strong bran...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens converses with Shane Beaumont, a leading real estate agent, about the past six months' trends in Perth’s property market. They discuss the unexpected drop in property stock on the market, driven by stable demand alongside reduced listings. Shane suggests that market confidence, potential interest rate cuts, and immigration continue to...

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens welcomes back Tim Reardon, Chief Economist at the Housing Industry Association (HIA), to discuss the ongoing challenges and future outlook for the housing market in Perth and Australia. The conversation highlights the critical housing shortage, the impact of rising land prices, the failure of current policies to address infrastructure...

This week on the Perth Property Show, Trent Fleskens welcomes Megan Adair, director of Adair Advisory, WAPC Commissioner and Non-Executive Director at Stellar Living, for an in-depth discussion on her career and insights into the housing market in Western Australia. Megan shares her journey from studying at Curtin University to becoming a pivotal figure in the planning and property industry, touch...