The Investor Lab

Hey there, fellow property enthusiasts! Looking for the perfect property manager to support your portfolio goals and maximize returns? In this episode of Dashdot Insider, we've got the awesome Rav Prakash from Kemp Real Estate, spilling the beans on everything you need to know about property management. Rav and his team know that finding the right property manager is crucial for a successful and p...

Hey there, financial freedom seekers! 🌟 Gabi and I are here to spill the secrets to unlocking your financial potential! 💸 No matter your situation, we've got you covered! In this episode, we dive deep into the three stages of financial freedom and why you don't need to be super-rich to be free. It's all about building confidence and skills to take control of your future! Imagine having the confi...

Taxes and property investments can be a maze, but fear not!  Things tend to go awry for many with tax variations and variable incomes. But our team steps in to ensure your tax rates are on track.  I chatted with Catherine Simons, an expert accountant at the WSC group.  We covered why property prices rise despite interest rates, inflation, and regional markets.  Tax variations are handy forms filed...

Discover the power of lazy equity in real estate!  Join me and Gabi in this podcast episode as we uncover how to unlock hidden riches and maximize your wealth creation opportunities.  We'll explain what equity is and how it can benefit you.  From the change in property value to additional capital contributions, we'll explore the different ways to create equity.  But beware of lazy equity—it may no...

Join us as we unravel the truth behind the skyrocketing property prices! Despite rising interest rates, the market remains hot.  So, what's the secret ingredient fueling this surge? In our latest episode, we've got none other than yours truly, joining Grant and Charley on the Proeprty and Investing Podcast.  Together, we'll unveil the hidden dynamics shaping the Australian property landscape. Tune...

Are you tired of navigating the complex world of property investment on your own?  Join Goose and Oliver Vernall, Senior Property Analyst at Dashdot, as we break down the key insights you need to know. Oliver has analyzed thousands of properties in various locations, making him the perfect guide to shed light on the current landscape with 5 practical tips to make the best property decisions right...

Here's the deal: there's a shortage of properties available, and interest rates play a sneaky role. People are holding onto their properties, waiting for a better time to sell... but don't let the panic fool you.  Join our Head of Property, Sean Simpson, and Goose in a jam-packed episode digging into some of the hidden secrets that are unfolding in the Australian property market right now. It’s fu...

Think you’re paying too much tax?  In this episode, we dive deep into the world of property taxes with resident tax nerd, Jeremy Iannuzzelli. We cover everything from how you can claim expenses to preparing for tax time and even share some nifty tricks on splitting costs throughout the year.  Jeremy shares valuable insights on working with property managers to streamline your expenses and get a co...

Ever wondered how the principles of athletic coaching can be applied to property investing? Get ready for an inspiring new episode with Brenton Ford, the popular swim coach behind Effortless Swimming, who transformed into a successful property investor.  In this episode, Brenton shares his unique journey and sheds light on his evolving perspective on debt. Discover how he overcame initial reservat...

Join us on Dashdot Insider as Matt Goodyear from the Happy Finance Company spills the beans on becoming a bank's top investment pick. Learn how banks assess loans based on collateral, capacity, and character.  Discover the secret stress tests they use and how to maximize your borrowing capacity. Find out how to align your actions with happiness, make smarter financial choices, and unlock financial...

Ready to unlock the secrets of property investing to level up your portfolio?  This episode's guest is Andy Bernardos, Senior Portfolio Strategist at Dashdot. He's got the inside scoop on optimising your portfolio and overcoming common misconceptions. Breaking it down in a way that's easy to understand, showing you how to focus on growth and strategic approaches instead of getting stuck on specifi...

Are you tired of working your life away without a hint of the financial freedom you’d need to live your best life? In this week's episode, Mat Fisk discusses building a property portfolio that can provide enough capital growth to quit your job and start living your dreams. Mat began investing in properties at 18, and by 23, he could already retire. He leveraged his property portfolio to build a bu...

Do you find yourself getting in your own way and over-analyzing everything?  We all have limiting beliefs that hold us back from reaching our full potential, whether in our careers, relationships, or personal lives. But the good news is that you can overcome these limiting beliefs and create the life of freedom, choice, and abundance you deserve. In this podcast, we're going to explore how to mast...

Interested in managing risk and assessing performance in real estate investment?  Tune in to this week’s podcast with Nic Denshire, one of the OGs of the Dashdot team. With about $90 million worth of transactions under his belt, Nic has some fascinating insights to share, including topics like return on equity and yield on debt. If you're looking for practical advice on real estate investment, thi...

If you’re ready to question your entire reality and then align it with your property investing strategy, then get ready to take a dive into the deep end of the ‘woo’ pool - with today's guest, Jane Slack-Smith. Sharing her fascinating backstory, unique insights into property investing and a peak behind the curtain at the ways she minimises risk and maximises success with her famed ‘Trident Strateg...

If you’ve been dying to know how we go about finding properties… you’re in for a treat.  Join Goose and Property Analyst, Kelly Preen, as we peel back the curtain and share insights on how Kelly and her team analyse thousands of properties every month, to end up with only the top 1% for our clients.  Kelly loves helping people to invest smarter. As an experienced property investor, flipper, proper...

Interested in becoming a better investor? Then buckle up and get ready to learn from one of the best in the business. Lana Grayson, an absolute weapon of property acquisition and a team leader at Dashdot, shares amazing insights from being on the frontline of the market right now, and the best tips for investing in the current market.  Goose and Lana discuss the challenges of buying properties in...

Wondering what’s coming next in the Australian property market? The media regularly purports that a crash is looming, but what does our team think is around the corner? In today's episode of Dashdot Insider, Goose & Gabi pull apart 3 factors and early trends that potentially point to another property boom...  Population growth and declining housing supply are causing prices to soar, while chan...

Want to protect your investments and avoid costly mistakes? In today’s episode of Dashdot Insider, Sam Saad from Long Saad Woodbridge Lawyers sheds light on the wild world of conveyancing, the difference between a conveyancer and a lawyer, and why having a lawyer on your property team is crucial.  Whether you're a seasoned property  investor or a first-time homebuyer, navigating the legal side of...

Looking to boost cashflow in your property portfolio? In today’s episode of Dashdot Insider, we're joined by Jason D’Silva, Head of Client Success, who shares his unique insights and powerful tips to maximise cash flow in your property investments. Tune in and you’ll discover unique strategies that can provide you with maximum returns while requiring minimum effort - a real goldmine in today's inv...

Tired of hearing the same old real estate market news?  On today’s episode of Dashdot Insider, we're shaking things up and revealing our secret to success: predictive models and market timing algorithms. That's right, we're disconnecting ourselves from the common belief systems of the Australian real estate media and taking control of our investments.  We'll also spill the beans on what we learned...

Ever felt stuck in your current career or unsure of what direction to take in life? On today’s episode of Dashdot Insider, we've got Adam Hart, a Property Portfolio Strategist who has experienced a total career transformation. From building amazing environments for people to express themselves in the hospitality and events industry, to becoming an incredible real estate professional, Adam has trul...

Ready to watch your portfolio soar? Buckle up, because on today's episode of Dashdot Insider Frontline, we've got Senior Analyst Sean Simpson on board, and we're about to spill the tea on the Australian property market. Now, if you're a contrarian investor who likes to go against the grain, then you'll love what we have to say. We'll reveal some tips and tricks that will help you become a better a...

Ready to pioneer your way to prosperity? Whether you are a seasoned investor or just dipping your toes in the property game, this episode is for you! Today's episode is jam-packed with insights and perspectives from a successful investor, Ash Sinnan, a 25-year-old property valuer with two successful investment properties under his belt. Ash is wise beyond his years and has some amazing insights to...

Exciting news! So, “what is it”, I hear you ask?  We're rebranding, shaking things up, and evolving to bring you even more of what you love.  Get ready to elevate your investing skills as The Investor Lab is transforming into something bigger and better - Dashdot Insider! We're digging deeper into the world of Dashdot and sharing stories straight from the source. Giving you the inside scoop on wha...