Peter Kelly Property

Most investors are bleeding money holding property and don't even realise it. Here's why the smart ones are switching to small development projects instead. In this episode of Inside Property Development, I sit down with Claire, Head of Projects at Little Fish, who manages dozens of development projects at any given time. We break down why the traditional buy-and-hold strategy is becoming...

Is property development still profitable in 2026… or are margins too tight to make it work? Most people think the opportunity is gone. Costs are up. Prices are flat. And developers are getting squeezed. But that’s not the full picture. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down what’s actually happening in the market right now — and where smart developers are still making money. From rising build cost...

Most developers waste weeks on sites that experts reject in 10 seconds. Here's exactly what they're looking for. In this episode of Inside Property Development, host Pete sits down with Gavin, Head of Acquisitions at Little Fish and the man who analyses hundreds of development sites every single week, to reveal the exact process experienced developers use to instantly spot a subdivision opportunit...

Building the same house today can cost nearly double what it did just a few years ago. In this video, I break down why new homes are so expensive to build now and what’s really driving the surge in construction costs across Australia. Most people assume it’s just materials or labour. But the real story is much bigger. From supply chain shocks and trade shortages to new building regulations and ris...

Some people wait 15 to 20 years for property to make them wealthy. Others create serious equity in a year or two. Same market. Completely different outcomes. In this video, I break down the two paths people are using to get ahead in property right now, and why understanding the difference can save you years of wasted time, bad decisions, and missed opportunity. This is a practical, real world guid...

It’s buying a block that doesn’t actually work. Most people think a “perfect townhouse development site” is about the suburb, the street, or how cheap they can secure it. It’s not. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down what actually determines whether a townhouse development site stacks up in 2026, and why recent Victorian ResCode changes mean the same block can now produce very different outcome...

Victoria’s ResCode rules have changed, and on the right site, the difference is dramatic. Most developers are still assessing sites using old assumptions. But the ResCode Changes Victoria introduced have fundamentally shifted what you can build, especially on corner blocks and front to back sites. In this video, we walk through a real Bayside development in Sandringham and compare two sets of plan...

The biggest mistake developers make in Melbourne isn’t picking the wrong block. It’s picking the wrong suburb, without understanding what actually makes it resilient. Most “best suburbs” lists are surface-level. They tell you where to look, but they don’t explain why those suburbs outperform in both rising and slowing markets. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down the logic behind five Melbourne...

Most people think a property development feasibility tells you whether a project will make money. But a proper feasibility does something far more important — it shows you where the numbers work, where they don’t, and which assumptions your entire project relies on. In this step-by-step education video, Peter Kelly walks you through exactly how to do a property development feasibility the right wa...

The fastest way to lose money in property development isn’t the market, interest rates, or your builder. It’s starting your first project without understanding where profit is actually made. Most beginners think developers make money once construction starts. In reality, the money is made long before a builder ever steps on site. And if you get those early decisions wrong, everything that follows...

The fastest way to lose money in property development in 2026 is starting your first project without a real plan. Most people don’t fail because of the market, interest rates, or their builder. They fail because their very first deal was flawed from the start and they didn’t know it until it was too late. In this beginner-friendly guide, Peter Kelly walks you step by step through how to start prop...

Most property developments don’t fail because of one big mistake. They fail because of a series of small costs no one sees coming until it’s already too late. What looks like a great deal on paper can quietly fall apart once the soil, slope, services and planning rules start stacking against you after the site is already locked in. In this episode, Peter Kelly breaks down the hidden costs that kil...

Building a house in Australia sounds simple until one wrong decision blows your budget or delays your build by months. Before you sign a contract, choose a builder, or pour a slab, you need to understand how the Australian building process actually works from start to finish. In this beginner friendly guide, Peter Kelly walks you step by step through how to build a house in Australia, explaining e...

Most developers don’t fail because they don’t understand property development. They fail because they try to figure it out on their own. In this video, Peter Kelly explains why developing in isolation is one of the biggest hidden risks in property development and why being part of a real property developer network changes how fast you learn, how early you spot problems, and how confidently you mak...

Thinking about subdividing your backyard, but worried it could turn into a financial nightmare? Most backyard subdivisions fail not because the land is too small, but because people miss the real traps that don’t show up until it’s too late. In this video, Peter Kelly breaks down exactly how to subdivide your backyard the right way, without getting screwed. If you already own a property or you’re...

Everyone tells beginners to do a property development course but no one tells them what it actually teaches and what it never will. If you are new to property development and searching for the right course, this video breaks down the truth about property development education so you can avoid wasting money, time, and momentum before your first deal even starts. In this video, Peter Kelly explains...

Most people think knockdown rebuilds are just for young families in new estates. They couldn’t be more wrong. Done properly, this is one of the simplest and safest development strategies making ordinary Aussies millions. In this video, I break down the exact knockdown rebuild strategy that works consistently when you do it in the right suburbs and understand why it works. No subdivision. No town p...

Most first-time developers only realise how risky this game is after they’ve already lost money. This video shows you how to avoid that properly. If you’ve ever wondered what real property development mentoring actually does, and why it can save you tens of thousands before you even start building, this is the video you need to watch. I break down how mentoring actually works in the real world, wh...

Want to secure a profitable development site before your competition even sees it? This video shows you the exact step-by-step process to do it. Securing the right site is where real money is made. But most developers get stuck long before the deal stage — slow prep, weak negotiation, unclear strategy, or no relationships with the agents who matter. This video fixes that. I’ll walk you through the...

Should you sell your completed townhouses or hold them for long-term wealth? This is the exit decision that makes or breaks developers. Most people get it wrong because they rely on gut feel instead of numbers, market timing, and strategy. In this video, I break down the exact sell-or-hold framework I use when advising first-time and advanced developers across Melbourne. You’ll learn when selling...

Dual occupancy homes are about to go through the biggest demand shift we have seen in years and hardly anyone understands what is about to happen. If you’re looking at dual occupancy development for profit, flexibility, or lifestyle, this is the full breakdown. I’ll show you why demand is surging, how owner occupiers, investors, down sizers, and young families are driving the shift, and why counci...

Most townhouse developers miss this. And when they do, it can cripple their project. Before you buy a site, or even start designing on a site you already own – you need to check overshadowing of the neighbour’s private open space. Not the windows. Not the setbacks. The backyard. Get this wrong and you can lose metres off your footprint. Lose metres and you lose bedrooms, function, value, and profi...

Thinking about building townhouses in Geelong or the Surf Coast? Before you hire any Townhouse Builders Geelong, you need to see this. This video reveals the hidden costs, builder mistakes, and development traps that could cost you tens of thousands and how to avoid them. In this episode, we break down everything property developers, investors, and builders need to know before starting a townhouse...

Custom Builder vs Volume Builder, which one is better for property developers? In this video, I break down the real-world secrets behind custom and volume builders, what most people get wrong, and how to choose the right one for your project, budget, and location. Whether you’re building townhouses, duplexes, or your dream home. 🔥 What you’ll learn: The true cost differences between custom and vo...

Most property developers chase density and build double-storey townhouses, but there’s a smarter way to profit. In this video, Peter Kelly reveals why single-storey dual occupancy projects are the smartest move right now. You’ll learn how this strategy cuts build costs, appeals to a wider buyer pool, and delivers faster, safer profits in today’s market. 🔥 What you’ll learn: Why oversupply of doub...