Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group

Most investors see market uncertainty and hit pause, but history shows the biggest opportunities are often created in exactly these kinds of headline-driven cycles: when fear is high and clarity is low. On the Property Investing Insights podcast, Phil Tarrant sits down with Victor and Reshmi Kumar from Right Property Group to cut through the noise and discuss why today’s uncertainty could be setti...

In this episode, Victor sits down with Dinal Silva to unpack how he started investing while studying, working two jobs, and earning around $60K. From his first purchase in Perth to adding properties in Victoria and Newcastle, Dinal shares how he used education, discipline, the right team, and career progression to keep moving forward while still allowing life to happen.

Most property investors are panicking over tax changes, but the real shock could come when borrowing power starts collapsing faster than expected. On Property Investing Insights, hosts Phil Tarrant and Victor Kumar from Right Property Group break down the growing fallout from the federal budget and why investors may need to rethink strategy, structure, and portfolio planning. Kumar warns that whil...

In this client story episode of Property Investing Insights, Victor sits down with Andre Bartley to discuss his 20-year property investing journey. Starting with his first investment property at just 17, Andre has steadily built a seven-property portfolio while balancing career growth, marriage, and raising a young family. In this episode, we cover: -How Andre got started in property investing wit...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights, the team unpacks the surge of policy uncertainty and market noise and what it really means for investors. While headlines focus on tax changes, interest rates, and global events, the fundamentals of property remain consistent. This episode explains why experienced investors stay focused on strategy, not sentiment, and how periods of uncertainty often...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights , we sit down with Stephen Villanueva to unpack his journey from analysis paralysis to taking decisive action. Starting with shares and moving into property, Stephen shares the mindset shifts, lessons, and real challenges that shaped his growing portfolio. Key Takeaways: Why consuming information isn’t enough—and what finally triggered action How fear...

How can investors keep their property portfolios safe as interest rates rise, taxes shift, and global uncertainty starts to bite? On the Property Investing Insights podcast, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to break down how investors are navigating rising rates, geopolitical pressure, and looming tax changes. From fears around capital gains tax and negative gearing to the pressure of hig...

In this episode, Victor Kumar sits down with Uday Shivamurthy- a former IT Solutions Architect who arrived in Australia as a student with zero investing knowledge. Fast forward 13 years, and Uday is managing a powerhouse 11-property portfolio with a staggering 27% LVR. We strip back the "overnight success" myth to reveal the real-world grit of property investing in 2026. You’ll learn: -The "Holy T...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to share how investors can navigate Australia’s shifting interest rate landscape. The trio start by discussing the shift into a rising-rate environment, noting that while rate increases impact cash flow, they should be anticipated and planned for. Victor breaks down the real cost of...

Eps 164 - Strategy First: How Smart Investors Use Property to Grow by Right Property Group

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to discuss how investors can design resilient property portfolios for 2026 and beyond. The conversation focuses on building long-term wealth through strategy rather than simply accumulating properties. The co-hosts talk about the experiences of a former client who achieved early reti...

In a special December episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Phil Tarrant, co-host Victor Kumar, and guest Melissa Matheson wrap up the Design Your Decade series, reflecting on key lessons from property investment over 2025. The episode reviews insights from the series, sharing practical strategies, case studies, and real-world examples of building and optimising investm...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights(client stories), we speak with Sze - a longtime RPG client who has built an impressive portfolio over the last 15 years. Now an ambassador for Investorfi, Sze walks us through the strategy, mindset, and mistakes that helped him go from PAYG employee to business owner with a property-backed safety net. Sze shares: -How he scaled from 1 to 30 properties...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to unpack how a new shopping centre planned across the road from a local development is igniting real estate buzz and reshaping investor expectations in an evolving Australian market. The discussion explores how the strategically located, five-acre site on a main road – with Landcom...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights (client stories), Victor Kumar sits down with longtime clients and migrants to Australia, Shahin Behnam & Salvia Sotoudeh. Starting with less than $10,000 and no local network, they built a 12-property portfolio over the course of a decade. Their journey is a powerful story of teamwork, vision, and disciplined decision-making, offering lessons for bot...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights, the team breaks down one of the most misunderstood yet essential concepts in property investing: diversification. Through real stories including the heritage-listed dream home project by Victor and Reshmi, the episode explores how diversification goes far beyond just buying in different suburbs or states. Instead, it's about spreading risk across str...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights (client stories), Victor Kumar sits down with long-time client and friend Peter Shulz, a business owner, father of two, and seasoned property investor. Key Takeaways: - Have a long-term strategy before you buy. - Don’t chase the market. Stick to fundamentals. - Plan for exit, tax, and compliance upfront. - Build a reliable support team. - Progress com...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to unpack the evolving complexities of Australia’s property investment landscape. The trio explores how rising competition and tightening yields are reshaping strategies, making defence just as important as acquisition. From structuring loans and building cash buffers, to insurance a...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights, we sit down with Tina, who proves you don’t need a massive income to build a strong property portfolio. Starting in 2016 with a modest unit, Tina and Bryan grew their portfolio step by step, overcoming challenges and staying focused on their goals. She shares how she balanced family, career, and investing while learning the importance of buffers, sma...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to explore the evolving world of property investment and why creativity and financial strategy are now essential. The trio discuss how creative skills and digital innovation are reshaping investment approaches, proving it’s more than just buying the right property. Victor highlights...

In this episode, Victor Kumar sits down with seasoned investor Dave Zammit to unpack his journey from purchasing his first $80K villa to building a diverse property portfolio. Dave shares the pivotal moments that shaped his strategy, the lessons learned from market cycles, and why adaptability is key to long-term success. Key Takeaways: -Start small, but start early – leverage compounding growth o...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar join Phil Tarrant to unpack what “value” really means in property – and why it’s much more than just the purchase price. The trio explores how value is shaped by finance, planning, taxation, and asset protection – and how smart investors use these pillars to design their decade ahead. Victor explains...

This week on Property Investing Insights, Victor Kumar sits down with long-time client Luke Smith to unpack a decade of real-world investing. From building his first home in his 20s to managing a multi-state portfolio (with a few hard lessons along the way), Luke shares the highs, the headaches, and the mindset that kept him moving forward. 💡 Key takeaways: – Starting with lifestyle in mind – Lea...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar sit down with Phil Tarrant to unpack property investment strategies, highlighting the power of long-term thinking and personalised approaches. The trio unpacks various strategies suited to different investor stages, from the foundational “buy and hold” to the more advanced “build and balance” and gene...

In this episode of Property Investing Insights with Right Property Group, Victor and Reshmi Kumar sit down with Phil Tarrant to discuss the changing landscape of property and finance. The trio explores the increasing presence of women in finance, with Reshmi highlighting the positive shift towards a more inclusive industry compared to two decades ago. Victor reflects on the challenges today’s inve...