Property Investment & Wealth Creation Australia | The Michael Yardney Podcast

In today's show we discuss why the rich seem to have fewer problems and how, while money doesn't necessarily buy happiness, it certainly can create less unhappiness. Together with Tom Corley, the co-author of my best-selling book Rich Habits Poor Habits, we challenge some common misconceptions and dig deep into why financial stability can alleviate many of life's stresses. Of course, money doesn't...

Have you thought about investing in commercial property? You're not alone — faced with the prospect of more moderate returns from their residential property investments, many investors consider this an alternative.  By this I mean offices, shops, or warehouses. Some investors are looking for diversification in their investment portfolios; others are looking for positive cash flow. Some investors h...

Today, we're tackling one of the most exhilarating—and sometimes nerve-wracking—aspects of the real estate market: auctions. Around Australia, weekend property auctions have become almost a national pastime. People love to go along to have a sticky beak, to get an idea of the market, to fantasize about their dream homes or just to watch the street theatre unfolding before them. It's a bit like wat...

Today, I want to give you my thoughts on a topic that's been dominating headlines and sparking debates across the country: housing affordability. It's a subject that stirs up strong emotions, especially as the dream of home ownership seems to be slipping further out of reach for many Australians. But here's the question that I think you really need to ask: do we really want houses to be more affor...

Today is another of our popular question-and-answer shows where Ken Raiss, Brett Warren, and I answer a wide range of questions asked by the participants of a recent webinar. We answered questions about why the Melbourne property market is currently underperforming and when to expect it to turn around, there are a number of questions regarding the land tax, we talked about rentvesting, where the b...

Housing affordability, or the lack thereof, and the historically low vacancy rates, have often been blamed on a large number of overseas migrants coming to Australia, so what would happen if we stopped migration? That's what I'm going to be discussing today with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher.. However, this is a special episode of a new second podcast that I'll be delivering to you each...

We all have a limit to our budgets, and I know many investors have to make the decision: should you invest in an investment-grade apartment in a prime location or a house in a secondary location? Each option has its benefits and challenges and choosing the right one can significantly impact your investment returns. Today I'm joined by Stuart Wemyss and I ask him what makes an apartment "investment...

Welcome to another monthly Big Picture episode of the Michael Yardney podcast. Each month, I get together with leading financial commentator Pete Wargent, who brings decades of perspective to his views. In this episode, we explore a range of topics from inflation and government spending to property investment strategies and market trends. Links and Resources: Metropole's Strategic Property Plan –...

In today's show I chat with Ross Elliot, a prominent voice in the property market and urban development. Ross recently penned a thought-provoking article titled "The Housing Fix We Actually Can Do," where he delves into the impact of taxes on property affordability and offers practical solutions to this pressing issue. We'll discuss the current tax policies and their effects on housing affordabili...

In today's show, we discuss Domain's latest Profit and Loss Report with Dr. Nicola Powell, the Chief of Research and Economics at Domain. In this detailed look at the current state of the property market across the country we explore the key findings from the report, dive into regional disparities, and discuss the impact of economic factors like interest rates and inflation on property profitabili...

Today we're going to tackle one of the most critical decisions every property investor faces: where to buy. It's often said that the three most important factors in property investment are location, location, and location—but what does that really mean? Not every suburb or street will deliver the kind of growth and returns you're hoping for. To truly succeed, you need to be looking at investment-g...

Welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney Podcast, and today we're exploring a topic that affects us all: how the way we live has changed. My guest today, Lucinda Hartley, who has been named one of Australia's 100 most influential women, is a serial founder, technology leader, leading expert in social trends shaping the future of our cities and work, a TEDx speaker, and Chief Growth Office...

In our current fragmented property markets, with some locations performing and others languishing, many investors are looking to "manufacture" capital growth by participating in property development. While the property development process can be very lucrative, it is not without some pain and considerable risk. When all goes well, the results are fantastic, but if things go wrong, they really go w...

When it comes to real estate transactions, many buyers wonder, "Do real estate agents lie?" The short answer is that most real estate agents are honest, hardworking individuals who aim to help their clients achieve their property goals. However, the nature of negotiations in real estate often involves part-truths, half-truths, and little white lies. Understanding the difference between an agent wi...

Today's episode of the podcast is special because, if you're a property investor or planning to become one, we're going to uncover some shocking new rules that could cost you thousands, something all investors need to know, but we've found many don't know. So I'm going to be chatting with the National Director of Metropole Property Management, Leanne Jopson, and we're going to talk about some of t...

Today, leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher and I will explain why the 2030s is going to be an outstanding decade for property. Now and then there is a significant strategic shift that creates a substantial property boom. Today, you'll hear why Simon believes the great wealth transfer of up to $6 trillion as the baby boomers die off will create an outstanding property and economic boom. Today's...

Today's episode is a Q&A show. In fact it's the replay of a recent webinar where Ken Raiss, Brett Warren and I answered a wide range of questions asked by the participants. In this episode Ken Raiss, Brett Warren and I answer questions about the recent changes to the Tenancies Act in Victoria and explore the potential impacts on property investors. We provide strategic advice on navigating the new...

Today's show is the second episode of my new weekly podcast with Simon Kuestenmacher. We'll be talking about tribes. And let's face it – we all belong to one. So, as a property investor, business owner, or entrepreneur, you really must understand how the various tribes think and what they want out of life. For the last four years, Simon has been one of the most popular regular guests on this podca...

Each month I get together with leading financial commentator Pete Wargent, who brings decades of perspective to his views and we discuss the clues in the news as to what's ahead, for our economy and property markets. Today we discuss the outlook for inflation and interest rates and what this means for our housing markets, an update on what APRA had to say about when they plan to loosen their lendi...

Hi, and welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney podcast;. This is a very special episode because I'm introducing the new second podcast that I'll deliver each week with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher. For the last four years, Simon has been one of this podcast's most popular regular guests. Because we both believe the demographics are going to be one of the main drivers of our p...

Today, Ken Raiss, director of Metropole Wealth Advisory, joins me to discuss a topic close to the hearts of many parents. We'll explore the various ways you can help your children enter the property market and secure their financial future. So, if you're a parent looking to support your kids in buying their first property, or if you're just curious about the various ways to assist the next generat...

It was the blunt but ingenious billionaire Kerry Packer who memorably explained to a stunned parliamentary committee exactly how the tax system works. The late business tycoon said, "I'm not evading tax in any way, shape, or form. Now, of course, I'm minimising my tax, and if anybody in this country doesn't minimise their tax, they want their heads read, because, as a government, I can tell you yo...

On today's episode, I chat with Brett Warren about asking the right questions before buying that next property because doing that can make all the difference between a profitable venture and a costly mistake. I'm sure you've heard me say before that property investment is a process, not an event, and the property that you're going to eventually buy should be the physical manifestation of a whole l...

Today we discuss a topic that many property investors across Australia are concerned about. Considering the rising cost of holding investment properties, is it still worthwhile to invest in real estate? Joining me is Stuart Wemyss, a respected independent financial advisor, author, and founder of Pro Solution Private Clients, and together we're going to be exploring the reasons behind some of the...

Today's episode will be a bit different than usual. Joining me today is Brett Warren, National Director of Metropole Properties, and we're dedicating this entire episode to answering your questions. So, whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting on your property journey, stick around because we've got some great questions and even better answers coming up. Let's jump right in! Links and R...