Perth Property Insider Podcast

In this Perth Property Market EOFY Update for July 2026, I share exactly what's happening across Perth's property market after one of the most volatile financial years in recent history. With interest rate rises, major Federal Government property policy changes, increasing housing supply, and changing buyer behaviour - the market is shifting.  But does that mean Perth's property boom is over?...

Could your Perth property be hiding a subdivision or small-scale development worth more than the home itself? Most owners have no idea what their block can really do. In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad sits down with Anton Flynn from Subdivision Experts to reveal what's working in the Perth property development world right now.  They cover real subdivision strategies, smart ret...

Trying to figure out how to approach your financing and overall strategy following the budget?...  In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad is joined by Nick Aves from Purely Finance to reveal the most important financial things to consider now that the budget has changed many of the things we took for granted.  With uncertainty around negative gearing on established properties,...

The gap between an average Perth investment property and a high-performing rental comes down to four hidden levers. Pull all four, and your Perth rental property performs at its peak, with strong yields, and lower stress. Miss just one, and you could be losing thousands every year without even knowing it. Right now, Perth landlords are facing rising interest rates, new rental reforms, and tenants...

Is Australian inflation really cooling, or is the worst still ahead for borrowers and property investors? The headlines say one thing. Yet the Reserve Bank of Australia is saying something very different.  And the difference between those two stories will shape interest rates, mortgage repayments, and the Australian property market for the next 12 months. In this episode of Perth Property Ins...

Will the new WA rental reforms hurt landlords? Or will smart investors use these rental law changes to get ahead in the Perth property market? In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon breaks down the proposed WA rental reforms. He explains what they mean for landlords, investors, tenants, and property managers in Western Australia. You’ll hear about a major proposed change reg...

Australian property investors - the federal budget just changed the tax rules.  And your next move matters more than you think. In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon sits down with accountant Ashwin Ramdas from Eventum Consulting.  Together they explore the proposed federal budget tax changes - and what they could mean for negative gearing, capital gains tax, and your l...

The 2026 federal budget just dropped a bombshell on every Australian property investor - and most of the talk about it flying around online are dead wrong.  In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon reveals exactly what the proposed negative gearing changes and capital gains tax overhaul really mean for the Perth property market - and Australian real estate investing overall. On...

The WA State Budget just dropped - and the impact on the Perth property market could be massive. In this episode of Perth Property Insider, Jarrad Mahon reveals what the latest WA housing policies, stamp duty concessions, investor changes, and housing supply initiatives really mean for Perth property investors. Will Perth house prices keep rising? Are Perth rental shortages about to get worse? Cou...

Thinking about switching your rental property to Airbnb for higher income?  Before you list, this real-world Perth property case study - using a my property in Mount Lawley - weighs up the pros and cons of short-term vs long-term rentals… And asks the question many property investors are wondering: Does converting your investment property into a short-term rental actually beat the long...

Australia's housing crisis is caused by property investors, right? Wrong! It's caused by a broken system that makes building new homes unfeasible. Most fixes you hear about for the Australian housing market focus on punishing property investors or capping ownership.  While these options sound "fair" on the surface, the truth is they create zero new homes. The real bottleneck in Perth's housin...

The Perth real estate market is cooling right now… but behind the scenes, a growing housing supply crisis could be setting up the next Perth property price surge. In this episode of Perth Property Insider, I reveal what's REALLY driving the Perth property market in 2026, and why what you're seeing on the surface doesn't tell the full story. From WA construction delays to rising interest rat...

What does $1 million to $1.2 million really buy in the Perth property market - and which suburbs are set for the strongest capital growth in 2026? At higher price points, you unlock smarter opportunities that can outperform the market over the long term,  but only if you know where to look. In this episode of Perth Property Insider, I’m revealing exactly what $1,000,000 - $1,200,000 buy...

What suburb should you buy in Perth in 2026? The truth is, this is the wrong question to be asking. In this episode, I'm revealing exactly what you should buy at your budget - and where to find the best value property investment opportunities in Perth right now. Whether you're working with a $600K or $850K budget, this guide walks you through real strategies, suburb-by-suburb insights, and the pro...

With everything going on in the world, will Perth property prices fall in 2026? That’s what everyone’s asking. History shows the exact opposite happens during inflation, rising interest rates, and global uncertainty. Which is why in this episode of Perth Property Insider, we break down why property markets often rise during times of economic uncertainty, and the hidden forces most inve...

The Perth property market is still one of the strongest in Australia - but major changes are coming.  With record-low supply, rising prices, tightening rental conditions, and looming tax reforms, 2026 could be a turning point for investors, buyers, and sellers in the Perth property market alike. In this update, we break down what’s really happening behind the headlines - so you can cut...

What if the next 5 years could completely change your life? Most people think they fail their goals because they’re too big… When the truth is, they fail because they quit too early or they lack a system. This episode reveals the 5-year system built on daily habits, tracking, and a framework that turns achieving overwhelming goals into a focused daily practice. In this powerful interv...

Most investors quit right before compounding starts to work. The first 10 years of investing can feel slow… and that’s completely normal. In this episode, I sit down with financial adviser and Investopoly podcast host Stuart Wemyss to break down how wealth is actually built over time. We talk about: • Why early progress often comes from your contributions, not returns • Why...

I've got my good friend Michael Yardney on the show 🎙️, because there's a lot to be worried about everywhere we look at the moment 🤔, potentially. And Michael's been through over four decades of investing ⏳, seen a lot of these things come up in different ways, shapes and forms before. So I wanted to get him on to give us some larger perspective 📊 as to what we should be worried about and what...

Should You Sell Your Investment Property Right Now? Perth’s strong. Equity’s up. There’s talk of Capital Gains Tax changes. So… should you sell now or ever? Today I run through the 4 filters you have overlay to decide if selling ever makes sense and what are the most important factors to consider when making the decision. Let's go inside!   Resource Links: Get your St...

Most people say they want life-changing wealth. Very few are willing to pay the price. Not financially. Personally. Because wealth isn’t just built with money… It’s built with trade-offs. Time. Focus. Relationships. Comfort. Ego. Patience. And the hardest part? There’s a long stretch where you sacrifice… And nothing seems to happen. In this episode, I share some tru...

There's been a lot of noise over the last few days around proposed changes to capital gains tax, specifically the CGT discount that investors get when they sell a property they've held for more than 12 months.  Headlines are flying, the WhatsApp groups are lighting up, and I've already had messages asking, should I sell now? Is property about to be smashed? Is this the end of investing as we...

Should I sell my property off market?... It’s a question I’ve been asked a lot recently, and the answer might surprise you. Right now, I’m seeing more owners tempted by a friend who “has a buyer,” a quiet offer that feels really strong compared to any recent appraisal they’ve been given, or the idea that property sells itself anyway. So why not save on agent com...

In today’s episode, I’m breaking it all down for everyday investors and families: What could drive an iron ore slowdown, how it impacts the WA economy, and how those changes flow through to jobs and the property markets in the next one to two years and even up to 10 years. This isn't about doom and gloom or a crash, but rather exploring what could happen if there’s a genuine slow...

Would you like to know where infill development is poised to transform suburbs in Perth over the next decade? Last week, I examined the land supply coming on at the outskirts of Perth.  Today, I discuss the major infill developments planned for Subiaco, Bentley, and Beaconsfield.  These projects will add thousands of new homes and more affordable housing options whilst having a big impac...