Atlas Mortgages

Expat Mortgage Podcast

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The Expat Mortgage Podcast is all about helping Australian expats secure and maintain a Australian mortgage whilst they're living and working overseas. Brought to you by Atlas Mortgages which is part of the Atlas Wealth Management Group who is the leading provider of Australian expat financial services. Atlas Mortgages works with Australian expats in over 30 countries and we make it our job to speak to 30 Australian Mortgage Lenders and review over 500 Australian Mortgage products to ensure that not only can you that mortgage as a Australian expat but also provide you with a loan that is right...

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Season 6. Episode 12 - Expat & International Lending Explained with La Trobe Financial 18.12.2025 24:32

Welcome to another episode of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, Jeremy Harper is joined by Steve Cashman from La Trobe Financial to unpack lending solutions for Australian expats, international buyers, and business owners overseas. The discussion covers expat and for...

Season 6. Episode 11 - Breaking Down the RBA Pause, Property Growth & Trust Lending Ban 04.12.2025 16:10

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 11 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we unpack the RBA’s recent decision and what the data means for rate expectations, the immediate market impact of the new 5% first-home deposit scheme, lender service delays, and how recent policy s...

Season 6. Episode 10 - Understanding the Six-Year Rule and Tax Residency for Australian Expats 27.11.2025 9:50

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 10 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we answer your most pressing expat property and tax questions — including how long you need to move back into a property to reset the six-year rule, what’s required to re-establish Australian tax re...

Season 6. Episode 9 - Navigating the Perth Property Market 20.11.2025 27:59

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 9 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we speak with Adi Parekh from Folk Buyers Agency in Perth to explore what is happening on the ground across the Perth property market — from post-COVID growth, vacancy rates, rental yields, council a...

Season 6. Episode 8 - Main Residence Rules, Spousal Ownership & Using Equity Abroad 13.11.2025 8:53

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 8 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we open the floor to listener questions and cover key topics including the main residence exemption, absentee land tax surcharge, spousal property ownership, and how Australian expats can access equi...

Season 6. Episode 7 - RBA, Rates & Real Data: Inside Australia’s Surging Property Market 30.10.2025 12:56

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 7 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, James Ridley and Jeremy Harper unpack the latest Totality (formerly CoreLogic) housing data, offering valuable insights into what’s really happening across Australia’s property markets. They explore...

Season 6. Episode 6 - Regional Property Growth & Renovation Realities 23.10.2025 35:54

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 6 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we’re joined by Brody McGahn of Helix Constructions (Mudgee, NSW) to unpack the reality of building and renovating in regional markets. We discuss why towns like Mudgee (and nearby Bathurst, Orange,...

Season 6. Episode 5 – Expat Guide to Renovating in Australia 23.10.2025 24:35

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 5 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we’re joined by Zach Bunston of Bunston Architects (Melbourne) to unpack how to plan and deliver renovations and extensions—especially on heritage homes—from abroad. We cover how to align brief vs bu...

Season 6. Episode 4 - Common Mortgage Pitfalls for Expats 16.10.2025 21:10

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 4 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, James Anderson and Jeremy Harper unpack the most common mistakes they see with clients—from fearing equity and delaying action, to prioritising paying off the home before investing, making tax-driven...

Season 6. Episode 3 – 5% Deposit No LMI and What It Means for Melbourne Buyers 09.10.2025 33:29

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 3 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we’re joined by James Anderson of Bluestone Property Corporation, a Melbourne-based buyer’s agent, for a deep dive on the Victorian market—why Melbourne is undervalued versus other capitals, where in...

Season 6. Episode 2 – Structuring Property & Estate Plans as an Australian Expat 02.10.2025 30:08

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 2 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we’re joined by Justin Betar from Betar Lawyers to explore property ownership structures, family law, and estate planning for expats. We cover joint tenants vs tenants in common, foreign ownership ta...

Season 6. Episode 1 – The 'First Home Loan Guarantee Scheme'. 25.09.2025 24:50

Welcome to Season 6, Episode 1 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we discuss First Home Loan Guarantee Scheme and the impact it will have on preoprty prices over the coming 12-24months. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here: bit.ly/3UQ8BrI The E...

Season 5, Episode 19 - The Future for First-Home Buyers & Property Forecast 26.06.2025 14:46

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 19 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we discuss First-Home Buyers, the FHB Scheme and what the market is predicting on the property for next 6-12 months. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here: bit.ly/3UQ8BrI The Exp...

Season 5, Episode 18 - Helping kids get their foot on the property ladder. 19.06.2025 19:11

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 18 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we dive into the different ways in which clients are helping their kids get a foot on the property ladder. We dive into some of the key risks and how you might be able to assis them going forward. E...

Season 5, Episode 17 - EOFY Property Tips 12.06.2025 18:11

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 17 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we discuss some end of financial year tips for managing your property portfolio. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here: bit.ly/3UQ8BrI The Expat Mortgage Podcast is all about hel...

Season 5, Episode 16 - Interview with Melbourne based Property Agent Daniel Stocco. 05.06.2025 26:34

Welcome to episode 16 season 5 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we get Daniel Stocco back on to give us the lay of the land. Daniel is one of the Directors and Real estate Agents at Quixley a Melbourne based firm. Daniel runs us through Melbourne property trends,...

Season 5, Episode 14 - Webinar Playback: Mortgage & Property Tax Tips Part 1 29.05.2025 36:22

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 14 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we playback the webinar with Brett Evans, Jeremy Harper and Ben Turner of Atlas Wealth Group. Watch the webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJXjKxgi-2o Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us so...

Season 5, Episode 15 - Webinar Playback: Mortgage & Property Tax Tips Part 2 29.05.2025 33:53

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 15` of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we playback the webinar with Brett Evans, Jeremy Harper and Ben Turner of Atlas Wealth Group. Watch the webinar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=QJXjKxgi-2o Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feed...

Season 5, Episode 13 - Q & A. Can I leverage my Parents property? 15.05.2025 21:53

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 13 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, Jeremy runs through some unique questions that have come in. Jeremy discusses leveraging family members property, Loan recasting, Mixed use loans and much more. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave u...

Season 5, Episode 12 - Financing Options for Australian Expats Living in Saudi Arabia & UAE 08.05.2025 21:49

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 12 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, Jeremy discusses an important update for Australians living over in Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates. We have seen some exciting changes, creating more flexibility for Expats to access diff...

Season 5, Episode 11 - All things Tax (Part 2) with Managing Director Ben Turner. 01.05.2025 22:26

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 11 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode Jeremy interviews Ben Turner, who is the Managing Director for our Atlas Tax firm. Ben and Jeremy, deep dive into the different tax topics when it comes to owning property as a non-resident. Enjoying...

Season 5, Episode 10 - Interest Rates, Where to now?! 17.04.2025 17:55

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 10 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode Jeremy and James take stock of the recent Tariff announcements and the flow on impact on interest rates and what economists are forecasting. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here:...

Season 5, Episode 9 - All things Tax with Managing Director Ben Turner, from the Altas Tax firm. 10.04.2025 20:20

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 9 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode Jeremy interviews Ben Turner, who is the Managing Director for our Atlas Tax firm. Ben and Jeremy, deep dive into the different tax topics when it comes to owning property as a non-resident. Enjoying...

Season 5, Episode 7 - Webinar Playback Part 2 with Henderson Advocacy 03.04.2025 18:14

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 7 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we continue the playback of the webinar with Jack Henderson founding director of Henderson Advocacy henderson.com.au/. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here: bit.ly/3UQ8BrI The Ex...

Season 5, Episode 8 - Webinar Playback Part 3 with Henderson Advocacy 03.04.2025 9:25

Welcome to Season 5, Episode 8 of the Expat Mortgage Podcast, where we discuss the latest issues of securing and maintaining an Australian mortgage whilst you are an Australian expat. In this episode, we playback the final part of the webinar with Jack Henderson founding director of Henderson Advocacy henderson.com.au/. Enjoying the podcast? Why not leave us some feedback here: bit.ly/3UQ8BrI The...