The HMO Property Show

From high-flying corporate expat to single mum with $1.4 million in debt, Julie Taylor's property journey is nothing short of remarkable. In this episode, Jo Gibb chats with Julie about how she went from managing global projects at Ernst & Young to building a property portfolio that not only supports her financially—but is now driving impact in the housing crisis space. Julie shares: How a persona...

Debt isn't the enemy. But misused, it will absolutely hold you back. In this week's episode, Neil breaks down the truth about debt , credit scores, and how they impact your ability to scale a property portfolio. From personal experience to national statistics, he walks you through: The difference between good debt and bad debt How credit scores are calculated—and what tanks them Simple steps to ch...

This week, Jo Gibb sits down with Lisa Hall — one of our incredible HMO property owners — to explore what it really means to invest in co-living. Lisa shares her journey, the emotional and financial considerations behind her investment, and why she believes housing can — and should — be both profitable and purposeful. From creating safe spaces for people in transition to ensuring properties are ma...

In this powerful episode, Jo Gibb speaks with Anissa Cavallo , founder of EDA Property , about her incredible journey of resilience, reinvention, and rebuilding wealth through real estate. Anissa went from being a high-earning executive in financial services to losing everything in a divorce—home, assets, and security. With no savings and nothing left but determination, she rebuilt a 17-property p...

As we enter the final quarter of the year, many investors hit pause—waiting for January to "get serious." But that mindset leaves opportunities on the table. In this episode, Neil shares how a 90-day sprint can drive real cashflow, regardless of where you're starting from. Whether you've got no money or $500K in the bank, the principles in this episode apply. This is your roadmap to ending the yea...

In this episode of the HMO Property Show, host Neil Gibb welcomes back Michael McGowan from the HIA to discuss the current state and future of the building industry. 🏗 Together, they explore the challenges, opportunities, and innovations shaping the housing market today. 🔑 Key Points Covered: ✔ Recap of Past Discussions – Revisiting topics from the last podcast and their relevance today. ✔ Indust...

Neil Gibb is joined once again by Jamie Van Burgel for the latest quarterly market update, diving deep into what's driving the continued growth across the Perth property market — and whether the momentum can last. In this episode, we cover: ✔️ Why Perth is still outperforming every other capital city in Australia ✔️ What's really behind the record-low stock on market (it's not just supply) ✔️ Wher...

Host: Jo Gibb | Guests: Chantelle & Annalise (Living Rooms Team) In this heartfelt episode, Jo Gibb takes over the mic to spotlight the real impact of co-living — beyond the financial returns. Joined by Chantelle and Annalise from the Living Rooms team, Jo dives deep into the emotional and social value that well-managed co-living spaces are delivering to people across Perth. From tackling isolatio...

In this episode, Neil Gibb hits the road to walk you through several recent HMO projects — all within 16km of The HMO Property Co HQ. These aren't fringe-located, cookie-cutter packages. We're talking infill developments , strategic subdivisions , and high-yield outcomes — backed by real numbers. Here's what's inside: A breakdown of 5 HMO deals delivering up to $200K in equity uplift Gross yields...

This week, Neil addresses the elephant in the room — being labelled a "slumlord" online — and unpacks what's  really going on behind the scenes at The HMO Property Co. From a huge spike in leads and online reach to negotiating trolls, Neil reveals why perceptions of co-living are outdated — and how we're flipping the narrative. He shares: What most people get wrong about HMOs Why demand from both...

This week on The HMO Property Show , Neil shares 14 key lessons from his journey — from working as an electrician in the North East of England to running The HMO Property Co and delivering over 1,600 rooms to market. From the importance of self-belief and setting bold goals, to mastering cashflow and building strong partnerships, Neil reveals the strategies and mindset shifts that have shaped both...

In this episode, Neil Gibb is back from five weeks abroad — and what started as a family holiday quickly turned into a wealth revelation. From Dubai's designer-clad kids to conversations with investors across continents, Neil unpacks the five proven ways the world's wealthiest are building and scaling their fortunes. Whether you're investing your first $10k or your next $10 million, this episode o...

In this episode, Neil Gibb sits down with co-founder (and wife) Jo Gibb to share the story behind The HMO Property Co — how their shared values built a business focused on ethical investing and intentional living. Jo also lifts the lid on what's happening behind the scenes at HMO HQ, from room demand and retention rates to why professional property management is critical for consistent cashflow....

In this episode of The HMO Property Show , host Neil Gibb sits down with Jay Das from Noble Avenue to unpack the real story behind Perth's northern corridor property market. With rising interest rates and conflicting media reports, are prices really softening — or is something different happening on the ground? Jay shares his expert insights from over a decade selling in Iluka , Currambine , and s...

Welcome back to The HMO Property Show , the podcast by investors, for investors, where we unpack cashflow-positive property strategies to help you grow your wealth sustainably. In today's episode, Neil Gibb sits down with Michael Keil, a seasoned Perth agent with over 35 years in the game, to get a boots-on-the-ground analysis of what's really happening in Belmont and surrounding suburbs right now...

In this episode, Grant Wilson from Armadale Real Estate dives into Armadale's transformation from a blue-collar suburb to a diverse, gentrifying area with growing investor interest. We unpack how Armadale's median house price of $565,000 for a 3x1 home could push towards $600,000–$650,000 as infrastructure and demographics shift, and why pricing correctly is crucial in a market many believe has "t...

Today on The HMO Property Show, Neil Gibb is joined by Shane Kempton, CEO of Harcourts Western Australia. From early days in real estate to five years in the military, Shane shares how purpose and discipline shaped his leadership and strategy across 25+ offices in WA. They cover: ✅ The role of a compelling vision in business and life ✅ How military discipline strengthened Shane's leadership ✅ R...

In this week's episode, Neil Gibb chats with Jason John Byron, founder of Think Property Club, property developer, coach, and mentor. Together they unpack: Jason's transition from cameraman to 60+ successful property deals Why systems outperform theory every time How to start with no capital and build wealth through joint ventures Insights into the rooming house strategy and how it generates stron...

In this special solo episode, Neil Gibb shares a powerful preview from his upcoming book Micro-Apartment Millions – diving into a chapter that could reshape the way you think about property investing forever. Neil explains how commercial valuation methods used by institutional investors (think family offices and super funds) differ massively from typical retail property thinking. If you've ever be...

In this episode of The HMO Property Show, Neil sits down with Jamie Van Bergel, State Director at CBRE Residential Valuations, for the first of our quarterly WA market updates. Jamie brings over two decades of valuation experience and offers a grounded perspective on: WA's macro vs. micro housing market conditions The latest data on vacancy rates, listings, and days on market Supply, demand, and i...

Following last week's episode on the RBA's recent rate drop, Neil Gibb dives deeper into the practical side of property investing — specifically  equity : what it is, how to access it, and how savvy investors use it to scale their portfolios. In this solo episode, Neil unpacks what equity really means (without the fluff), how banks calculate how much you can access, and the pitfalls of getting cau...

The Reserve Bank of Australia has finally dropped the cash rate — down 25 basis points to 3.85%. But what does that  really mean for you as an investor? In this solo episode of The HMO Property Show , Neil Gibb unpacks the real-world implications of this cut — not just in theory, but how it affects your capacity to borrow, the suburbs you can now afford, and the cashflow boost HMOs are about to de...

Are you investing to win, or just trying not to lose? In today's solo episode, I break down the fundamental mindset shift that separates successful investors from those who stay stuck in financial mediocrity. From leveraging the right relationships to choosing the right asset class, this episode explores: The difference between playing to win and playing not to lose How your circle defines your ce...

In this milestone episode, Neil Gibb breaks down the results of the 2025 Australian federal election and unpacks what they mean for property investors. Forget political noise—this episode is about strategy, opportunity, and how to play where the government is going, not where it's been. We deep dive into: Why politic certainty is good news for the market The housing supply crisis and government pl...

In this episode, we hear from Paul Featonby, who shares his incredible journey from initial hesitation to becoming a successful property investor. Paul walks us through his first investment in 2020, the challenges he faced along the way, and how he achieved a 11.7% yield on his first property, leading to a $50K return without lifting a finger. Paul's story is a testament to how property investment...