Geared for Growth Property Investing Podcast

In this episode of Geared for Growth, host Mike Mortlock sits down with well-known property market analyst John Lindeman, to explore how Australia's property landscape is shifting beneath our feet.

In this episode of t he Geared for Growth podcast, Mike Mortlock sits down with Matt Knight, property strategist and founder of Precium , to explore how the property market has transformed post-COVID—particularly along the stunning South Coast of New South Wales.  

In this episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock sits down with property research veteran Terry Ryder — the founder of  Hotspotting and a respected voice in Australian real estate since the 1980s. With decades of experience cutting through the noise, Terry brings a sharp lens to the current landscape: from the media's obsession with interest rates to the real dynamics driving g...

In this episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock chats with Michael Kowalczyk — a savvy investor and founder of Tailored Property — about the wins, mistakes, and mindset shifts that shaped his journey toward financial freedom.  

Host Mike Mortlock is joined by Chris Bates, Co-Founder of Alcove and one of Australia's leading mortgage advisors, to unpack the shifting landscape of lending, interest rates, and investor sentiment in 2025. Chris brings his frontline experience to the table, sharing how borrowers are reacting to recent rate cuts, why buyer confidence is still uneven, and how high serviceability buffers are resha...

Host Mike Mortlock is joined by Azeem Rahman, a property investor who brings a refreshingly honest and reflective perspective to the show. Unlike many guests, Azeem isn't a buyer's agent or property professional — he's a self-directed investor who started in his early 20s with no real plan, just a deposit and ambition. Now, nearly a decade later, he shares how a lack of strategy led to costly mist...

Host Mike Mortlock is joined by Joel Moffat, a former bank valuer turned buyer's agent, who shares how his background in property valuation gives him a unique edge in today's market. Joel lifts the curtain on how valuations work inside one of the Big Four banks — including the difference between desktop and full valuations, how risks are assessed, and why certain features (like flood zones or outd...

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock sits down with Eric le Tran, a thoughtful and strategic property investor who has built an impressive portfolio of seven investment properties worth nearly $5 million — all within a relatively short timeframe. Eric's journey is a masterclass in learning from missteps, staying disciplined, and approaching property investmen...

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes Perth-based Senior Mortgage Broker, Janine Leafe, to dissect the city's booming property market. With Perth experiencing a 19% price surge in 2024, they explore the drivers behind this rapid growth and what lies ahead.

In this inspiring episode, Mike dives deep into the incredible journey of Rohit, a property investor who moved to Australia from India in 2017 with just $7,000 and a dream. What followed was a bold leap into the unknown, a relentless pursuit of growth, and the building of a multimillion-dollar property portfolio—now spanning 11 properties worth over $10.5 million.

In this episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes Julian from Search Party Property to discuss the evolving property investment landscape in Australia. They explore the rapid rise of buyer's agents, emerging market trends, and key strategies for investors to navigate 2025 successfully.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock takes a slightly different approach, welcoming successful investor and podcast listener Brendan Colley to the conversation. With a strong background in accounting and finance, along with a proven track record in property investment, Brendan shares a unique perspective and valuable insights that even the most seasoned inves...

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Dawn Fouhy, Director of Future Proof Property Advisory, to explore the Melbourne property market and assess its potential as Australia's next investment hotspot.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Oliver Jackson , Buyer's Agent and Director at Living Property, to dive into the intricacies of purchasing property through a self-managed super fund (SMSF) —with a special focus on renovating for profit .

In this week's episode of the  Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Economic Futurist, keynote speaker, and author of Mind Over Money – Why Understanding Your Money Behaviour Will Improve Your Financial Freedom , Evan Lucas. Earlier this year, Evan joined the show to discuss how human behaviour influences property investing. Now, he returns to dive deeper into the key factor...

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back one of the show's original guests, Patrick Mears. As an experienced Property Manager and owner of Maitland-based Rubix Realty Australia, Patrick shares his insights into what defines success in property management and explores the true value of exceptional property management beyond everyday tasks.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes Evan Lucas, Economic Futurist, keynote speaker, and author of Mind Over Money – Why Understanding Your Money Behaviour Will Improve Your Financial Freedom . Together, they explore the macroeconomic factors shaping the current property market, including the root causes of the rental affordability crisis, lessons fr...

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Dean Pinter, an experienced Buyer's Agent and owner of Newcastle Property Advisory, for an in-depth discussion on the ins and outs of buying property at auction. Dean shares invaluable advice for first-time bidders, ensuring they are well-prepared before stepping into the auction room.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, Mike is joined by Evan Thornley, CEO of Longview and a recognised leader in residential property buying and management. Evan is dedicated to addressing Australia's housing challenges, and in this episode, he shares Longview's innovative approach to shared equity and funds-based property investment.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock sits down with James Fitzgerald, Managing Director of the JLF Group of companies, including Custodian Wealthbuilders. This business is dedicated to educating and empowering Australians to achieve financial independence through residential property investment.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, Mike Mortlock is joined by Matt Knight, a seasoned Buyer's Agent with over a decade of experience at Precium, to discuss the property market dynamics in the Southern Highlands and Illawarra regions.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, Mike is joined once again by Bushy Martin—Founder of KnowHow Property Finance and host of the Get Invested podcast—for part two of a deep dive into the Australian property market.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Bushy Martin - Founder of KnowHow Property Finance and host of the Get Invested podcast - for the first part of a two-part series reflecting on the highs and lows of the Australian property market in 2024.

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock sits down with Dean Pinter, an experienced Buyer's Agent and owner of Newcastle Property Advisory, to explore the advantages of working with a reputable Buyer's Agent, especially one with a comprehensive understanding of the sales side of property transactions.  

In this week's episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock is joined once again by Kent Lardner, Property Data Analyst and Founder of SuburbTrends, to explore the challenges of relying on common filters when analysing property data.