Scouting Australia Podcast

WARNING: This podcast discusses depression and suicide. In this week's investor episode, host Sammy Gordon sits down with 2025 mentoring clients Nathan and Katelyn to unpack their inspiring property investment journey. On the ground in Darwin, this couple shares candid stories of sacrifice, mindset shifts, overcoming personal challenges and massive portfolio growth - highlighting how Nathan and Ka...

In this punchy Q&A episode of the Scouting Australia podcast, hosts Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim tackle listener questions live from the Sydney studio. The duo dives into a range of practical property investing topics, including how to assess underperforming assets, the biggest mistakes beginners make, what it really means to buy below market value, the pros and cons of diversification, and stra...

In this week's episode, Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim dive into and bust the myth that you should follow the herd when investing in property. Sammy shares stories from his recent travels in Darwin, including the infamous Goat Island, while unpacking key lessons about property investing outside mainstream trends. He reflects on his own experiences going against the grain, breaking down why blue-ch...

In this inspiring episode, Sammy Gordon sits down with long-time client and property investor Mark to unpack the journey of building an impressive 11-property portfolio in his early 50s. With honesty and humour, Mark shares the hard-earned lessons and missteps that shaped his investing approach. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just getting started, this episode is packed with practical takea...

As part of our Summer Throwback Series, we’re revisiting some of the most impactful episodes our audience loved and shared. This week, we’re thrilled to feature Sammy's episode from The Top 1% Podcast, joined by Jimmy Ibrahim, as they deep dive into his incredible journey. From a farm kid with no degree, no big salary, and no head start, Sammy went from buying his first investment at 19 to buildin...

As part of our Summer Throwback Series, we’re revisiting some of the most popular episodes our audience loved and shared around the most. This week, Sammy Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim as they step into the proverbial dog run to dive deep into Jimmy Ibrahim's own portfolio.    There are some battle scars on the old dog, and he's been through a lot in his journey and it's time for Sammy to step...

As part of our Summer Throwback Series, we’re revisiting some of the most popular episodes our audience loved and shared around the most. This week, Sammy Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim as they dive into the actionable strategies to help you take charge of your property investing in 2025 and beyond.  From assessing your current portfolio and setting realistic goals, to making sacrifices and foc...

We’re rolling out our Summer Throwback Series, sharing the episodes that resonated most with our community. This one was a clear favourite. Sammy Gordon welcomes into the studio, APS Strategists Luke Teeuwsen and back by popular demand, Mr Paul Karpierz; along with his co-host Jimmy Ibrahim to discuss the common investor mistakes they see made by beginners day in day out. From transitioning PPOR p...

In the final episode of the year, Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim unpack why goals alone don’t cut it - strategy, action, and relentless 1%ers do. From the wins, losses and lessons of 2025 to the habits that actually move the needle, this episode shows you how to think bigger, act harder, and gear up for a massive 2026. If you’re ready to stop planning and start executing, this one’s unmissable.  S...

In this special episode, Sammy Gordon gets the APS all stars together for their annual roundtable to celebrate the end of the year and reflect on the most popular and meaningful episodes as chosen by our listeners. The crew, including Luke Teeuwesen, Morgan Holmes, Brendan Geoghegan, Paul Dem and Jimmy Ibrahim, share their personal favourite episodes and standout stories, from inspiring client jou...

Join host Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim as they sit down with the APS experts Luke Teeuwsen, Morgan Holmes, Paul Dem and Brendan Geoghegan to break down the state of the Australian property market in 2025. They cover where investor's money is going, what the data is really showing, the biggest opportunities emerging right now and how strategy must evolve in a rapidly shifting landscape. This is y...

In this week's episode, join Sam Gordon in this episode of the Smart Property Investment show, with Liam Garmin as they dive deep into the critical mistakes that property investors are making in 2025 and how to avoid them. From the importance of sophisticated lending and strategic portfolio building, to the reality of rentvesting and why having the right professional team matters, Sam shares hard-...

Join host Sammy Gordon as he sits down with investor Krishan to unpack his incredible journey of building a property portfolio from scratch. Krishan takes you through his upbringing in New Zealand, lessons learned from a hardworking immigrant family, and how those early values shaped his approach to investing and financial resilience. From unique side hustles and business failures to life changing...

Join Sammy Gordon, Jimmy Ibrahim and special guest Paul Dem to discuss how Buyer's Agents have transformed the Australian property market and the current investing landscape. The conversation covers the evolution of buyer's agents including why their presence in the market has exploded over recent years and what impact that’s had on both investors and retail buyers. Paul Dem shares his personal jo...

Join Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim as they tackle the age-old question: "When is it too late to invest?" Drawing from real-client stories, the conversation focuses on breaking down the myths around age and investing in property - especially for those in their 50s and beyond. The duo discuss the advantages of peak earning years and practical strategies for building wealth through property regardle...

In this Q&A episode, Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim dive into a range of listener questions covering crucial topics for property investors - from navigating agent commission structures, to making their own insurance claims and identifying promising local markets for investment. The duo tackles real scenarios like balancing lifestyle with ambitious portfolio goals, motivating agents to sell without...

In this week's episode, Sammy Gordon sits down with Toby, one of his original mentoring clients, to dive deep into Toby’s remarkable property investing journey. Toby shares how he transitioned from owning his own home to becoming a rentvestor, selling his primary residence and rapidly building a portfolio of nearly 10 investment properties in just over 2 years. The conversation covers the mindset...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

This week, join Sammy Gordon and co-host Jimmy Ibrahim, as they deep dive into another listener-driven Q&A, tackling everything from portfolio building strategies and market predictions to the nitty-gritty details of SMSFs, interest-only loans, and leveraging family support. Sam and Jimmy break down complex property topics into actionable, relatable advice; all designed to help you make smarter de...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...

Tickets are now on sale for the Australian Property Scout Summit on Saturday, November 15th at The Star in Brisbane. This is your chance to walk away with a clear, actionable game plan for 2026, renewed clarity and motivation, advanced investor strategies and the tools to level up your investing, no matter where you’re at in your journey. You’ll be surrounded by the APS and SAP community and hundr...