Investor Journeys - Unlocking Property Secrets

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In this episode of Investor Journeys, Iynka sits down with Shaun Balzan to explore the reality of transitioning from the "rat race" to a life of time freedom. After a 25-year career in retail, often working up to 60 hours a week, Shaun reached a point where his lifestyle was no longer sustainable. By building a strategic five-property portfolio over 15 years, he has successfully transiti...

In this solo episode of the IJ Podcast, Iynka stepsaway from the interview chair to share his personal Australian Property Investment Journey . Moving from New Zealand to Australia in 2010, Iynka reflects on over a decade of building a portfolio that is now approaching an eight-figure value . He provides a transparent look at the mistakes made, the lessonslearned from "buying in his own backy...

Join  Iynka  in this insightful episode of  Investor Journeys  as she sits down with  Bobby Haeri , the former founder of  The Investors Agency , to deconstruct a property journey that began at just 18 years old. From using a landscapingbusiness as a financial vehicle to navigating a  $7 million property portfolio , Bobby shares raw, "no fluff" stories about the highs of aggressive scali...

In todays episode, Iynka crosses the ditch to dive deepinto the dynamic New Zealand property market with guests Jith and Maaru of Vive Financial Advisers . Jith, a Mortgage Adviser, and Maaru, an Insurance Adviser, share their unique professional backgrounds and expert insights into current housing trends, finance, and the vital need for protecting your most valuable assets. This episode offers a...

In this insightful episode of the IJ podcast, host Iynka welcomes his special guest and close friend, Nish Sethi, to discuss his remarkable journey from humble beginnings to building a successful property portfolio in Australia. Nish shares how he navigated career progression, pivotal life changes—including moving to Bangalore, India, and embracing the role of a stay-at-home dad—and ultimately shi...

This week, Iynka and Blyth, discuss their shared philosophy on finances and investing. This episode is essential for anyone looking to build a resilient and diversified investment portfolio, especially those utilizing property as a core asset in  Australia .

In this episode, Iynka sits down with a seasoned investor and mortgage broker  Jasmine Alexander  to unpack her fascinating property journey, spanning continents and culminating in a substantial multi-million dollar portfolio built primarily in Melbourne/Victorian market. Visit Jasmine's business website: https://prosperitymortgagepartners.com.au/

In this episode, Iynka sits down with Steve Palise , a top-performing buyers agent and commercial property expert , to explore his incredible journey from engineering to achieving financial freedom through commercial real estate. Steve reveals how he transitioned from owning nine residential properties to focusing solely on large commercial investments — including a multi-tenanted shopping center...

In this weeks' episode, Iynka interviewed Eda Dagci. Despite being young in the investment world, Eda shares the critical steps she took to successfully secure her first interstate investment property. She discusses how she leveraged mentorship and self-development in her early 20s to embrace a wealth-building mindset while pursuing her passion for nursing and holistic wellness. Links: https:/...

In this episode, Iynka welcomes Nessa , who shares her exciting and very fresh property investing journey. Nessa opens up about her unique background, navigating conservative financial expectations, and how she achieved the seemingly impossible: securing her first investment property in Townsville with virtually no cash deposit. Her story is particularly compelling for listeners looking to enter t...

This episode is a special one — because it’s not just about property, it’s about lifelong friendship, resilience, and starting over with purpose. I’ve known Nish since high school. We went to uni together, made the move to Melbourne together, and have stayed close ever since. In this episode, Nish and his wife Ridma open up about their journey — from growing up in Sri Lanka, to building a life in...

In this powerful episode, we sit down with an incredible woman who proves that no background or circumstance can hold you back when you take action. Raised in housing commission with divorced parents, she juggled nursing, full-time work, and raising four children — all while stuck in the rat race. But everything changed in 2021 when she took control of her financial future. In just a few short yea...

In this episode of Investor Journeys, I sit down with someone I work closely with — Varun, Director at Fletchers Melton — whose story is as inspiring as it is real. From growing up in a single-room studio apartment with his entire family in Mumbai, to now building a successful life and business in Australia, Varun shares how he made the move, navigated the challenges, and carved his way into the r...

In this episode, I sit down with not just a client but my cousin Vivian Rudra Growing up in Sri Lanka, Vivian was the first in his family to make the leap to Australia. He paved the way, with his siblings soon following After completing university and building a career in the finance industry, he bought his own home in Sydney – a major milestone. From there, he took the leap into interstate invest...

In this episode, I sit down with a very close friend and now colleague, Kumsy, whose journey is as grounded as it is inspiring. Born in Sri Lanka and later moving to New Zealand, we’ve shared not just friendship, but a passion for building wealth through smart property moves. Kumsy has been hands-on with multiple deals over the years — from subdivisions to granny flats and clever buy-and-holds. Hi...

In this episode of The Investor Journeys Podcast, I sit down with Tim Graham, General Manager of Hotspotting, to unpack a story that’s far more layered than just property data. We dive into Tim’s childhood, his international travels, and how a love for people and place ultimately led him into the world of real estate. From doing international trips to now settling in Melbourne with his family, Tim...

In this episode of Investor Journeys, we sit down with an inspiring guest who proves that your starting point doesn’t define your future. Growing up in commission housing, he knew what it meant to do things the hard way. But through determination, strategy and a long-term mindset, he and his wife have built a property portfolio most people only dream about. After meeting in regional NSW — each hav...

In this episode, I sit down with Jef Miles, co-founder of the powerhouse Facebook group Aus Property Investors (80,000+ members), to unpack his personal investing journey — and trust me, it's full of lessons. Jef takes us through his portfolio evolution: from buying his first Brisbane townhouse, to a house in Newcastle, to now being involved in developments in Adelaide. Each step reflects a sh...

In this episode, we chat with Jordan from Gameplans about his unique investment journey. Growing up with a father deeply involved in business and real estate, Jordan developed an interest in wealth building early on. After a decade in the corporate world, he made the bold decision to leave his career to spend more time with his young family. A chance connection with a group of young buyers agents...

In this episode, we sit down with Ashleigh, a property manager who doesn’t just manage properties, she actively invests, buys, and sells herself. Based in Western Australia, she grew up in Armadale, WA and built a personal portfolio that includes her forever homes and SMSF properties, with plans to expand even further in the near future. We dive into: ✅ Her journey being a property manager and in...

In this episode, we chat with Hayden and Hayley, investors originally from New Zealand who bought their principal place of residence in Melbourne in 2022. Keen not to miss out on the market, they jumped into investing and, within just one year, secured three investment properties. Their strategy has already delivered amazing results, with close to $300K in equity gained. A great story of fast acti...

In this episode, we chat with Brian, originally from Ireland and the oldest of three siblings, who shares his journey from traveling through Southeast Asia to settling in New Zealand as a mechanical engineer. After being seconded to Australia, Brian and his wife moved to Perth, where they bought their principal place of residence in North Perth. We caught up over a beer in 2023 to chat about life...

Join Iynka as he sits down with special guest, Sasi, for an insightful look into his extraordinary journey through property investment. Despite growing up in a household where money and investing were rarely discussed, Sasi and his wife Anu have built a significant property portfolio in Australia, navigating major life changes and market cycles along the way. Thisepisode reveals the mindset shifts...

In this episode of Investor Journeys Podcast, we are incredibly honored to speak with Supreen, who shares her remarkable story of building an efficient property portfolio. Born in Malaysia and growing up in New Zealand, Supreen's journey began with her mother's inspiring example ofstarting over with nothing and building her own property wealth. This episode delves into the mindset, strateg...