THE SDA HOUSING PODCAST

In this brief episode, an introduction to our series on Support Workers,  Maddie and Courtney from our office, who both have previous experience as support workers, discuss what Behaviours of Concern are, and explain why a participant may exhibit these types of behaviours and how such behaviours might be managed. They also tell us what Restrictive Practices entail and how such practices may be use...

In this episode, Minh & Deb discuss a very important aspect of building SDA that can have a major impact on the success of the project. That is Timing! Timing delays play a crucial role in the success of ones investment in SDA, and we hope that this episode gives our listeners a better insight in how timing delays do affect success in investing in property within the NDIS. There are so many fa...

In this episode, Debbie chats with Stephan Faichney, CEO of Hilltop Caring. Hilltop Caring is a local Brisbane Service Provider, offering great service to the local community, and we kick back to listen about their business aswell as their business growth over the last 5 years. Debbie asks Stephan about his journey in disability, and how he landed into Hilltop Caring. They talk about the support w...

In this episode, Debbie welcomes back Jeremy from INSURANCE ADVISERNET to discuss the latest news in 2024 regarding SDA home insurance, which is a must to understand when it comes to investing in SDA. The return of this guest speaker is all about the new insurer, new insurance premium price drop and all other info relevant to insurance news for all SDA investors! Kick back and relax, as this is a...

In this episode, Debbie and Maddie introduce our new service - SDA Housing Assist. NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA t/as SDA HOUSING ASSIST. Why, you may ask? It's because we are being contacted by increasing numbers of investors asking if we can help them find an SDA Provider and/or Participants for their dwellings which may already be built and ready for tenancy, or are in the latter part of the con...

In this episode Debbie looks at the data that has just been released by the NDIA and delves into the supply and demand for the region of Melbourne - South East. This area encompasses 5 smaller regions (SA3 - statistical area 3) that each have significantly different supply and demand figures when it comes to SDA demand and development. Debbie discusses the overall demand and gaps in supply, taking...

In this episode, part 1 of a 2-part series, Minh and Larissa discuss our new brand, SDA Advisory Services, an offshoot of our current NDIS PROPERTY AUSTRALIA core service. They discuss why we created this service, primarily for industry professionals reaching out to us asking questions such as: our opinions on a projects or packages presented from other sources how to maximise yields for projects...

In this episode, we ask Maddie from our office to sit down and do a solo poddy. Given that she used to be a Support Coordinator for another large organisation in Brisbane, we figured it would be ideal to have her go through some content regarding how important the Support Coordinator is in the SDA environment for Participants. A Support Coordinator in the NDIS plays a critical role in helping Part...

In this episode Matt sits down to do a solo episode of ASK US ANYTHING SDA, the first of many in this sub series, basically to answer FAQs which potential investors are curious about and add value to their knowledge. He answers common questions about building and selling properties, converting existing houses into SDA properties, the construction industry, and the future of the SDA housing market....

In this episode, Minh and Debbie discuss their recent trip to Melbourne, where they hosted NDIS Property Australia's first ever SDA Masterclass. They review the various meetings they held with investors, brokers, developers and other consultants (both in the masterclass and days prior to the event) and they discussed in detail why their first SDA Masterclass was held in Melbourne, and what th...

This episode delves into the complexities and costs associated with Single Contract SDA options for SMSF purchasers, emphasizing the financial aspects, developer roles, legal complexities, and the importance of seeking independent financial advice. It also discusses new developer options that aim to simplify the process and reduce costs for investors. Overall, the content provides valuable insight...

In this episode Minh & Debbie chat about our highly requested ‘fee-for-service’ offerings, from reports (data, financial feasibility and more) to consultancy and project management services we offer at an hourly rate or fixed fee retainer. Investors should be given the choice as to how their advisor is being remunerated. Judging from the outcry and backlash of our last episiode (#231), where b...

Well here it is folks ... the SDA WALL OF SHAME! Minh has dropped the hint a few times now that this episode was coming, and today we invite back Brad Fuller from Brighter Living, to come into our Brisbane office, to contribute to this controversial episode.  To begin with, lets be clear that we we wont be 'defaming’ anyone in this episode as that would make us the bad guys, but boy oh boy do...

This episode welcomes Sean Kirkland (FORMSPACE)  who is a well-established SDA Building Designer within the NDIS, having designed 100 concept designs over the years. Minh interviews Sean finally after 5 months from whence Sean reached out to us to express his appreciation for what we did on the podcast show. The main topics covered in this interview are: SDA Design Quality Sean expressed concerns...

In this SDA Unlocked episode, Debbie gives us an overview of Bendigo, Victoria as a regional growth centre and provides an in-depth look at the data - both demand and supply of SDA. As the Greater Bendigo Residential Strategy moves forward, the City of Greater Bendigo is focused on planning goals to create an inclusive, safe and ecological city. The growth expected by 2036 is approximately 26% of...

In this episode, Debbie chats with 2 special guest speakers from WA - Amanda Gauci from Pulse Property Solutions and Kiera Nicholson from Collective Design Agency. The conversation revolves around a recently completed SDA project - a triplex development in Cannington, Perth. Although both Amanda and Kiera have worked on seperate SDA projects in the past, this is the first project both companies ha...

In this episode, Minh sits down with Ian to discuss the typical fees that are possibly being charged for SDA investment advice. This can take the form of either a Fee to Engage, a Fee for Services or Report Fees. They go through in detail about their thoughts on such costs being charged to investors, and whether its fair value. Firstly, the guys talk about the 'Engagement Fees' concept f...

In this episode, Maddie does a solo poddy, and reviews an article posted by Team DSC from their website, called "The Digital Future of the NDIS". She dives into discussion about her thoughts on this article and how some of this information may make a difference in the lives of people living with a disability as well as their family and carers. This episode covers conversation about the p...

In this episode, Matt and Minh sit down to talk about one of Matt's recent prospective clients who was in such a rush to buying an SDA, madly trying to buy something before the end of financial year (btw we only in Feb, at time of recording) that he didnt even want to worry about doing his Due Diligence, and was only driven by yield. Friendly reminder everyone ... "TAKE YOUR TIME!"...

This episode has Heather sitting down with Ian (our new SDA consultant) to welcome him to our poddy, and to hear more about his journey to Australia, then to the SDA space, and then to us as a new organisation to be a part of. Having worked in the SDA space the past few 2 years, he came across our podcast channel (as a competitor organisation) and was thrilled with the content that we offered, as...

In this episode, Maddie welcomes Patty from Focal Community Services to chat about her 18 years working for Focal, within the disability sector. Focal is a Service Provider based in Ipswich, 45 minutes west of Brisbane CBD. This year they celebrate 50 years in business, and what a wonderful achievement for this Not For Profit organisation to have achieved. Maddie and Patty dive into discussion abo...

In this most recent update to the data, current as at ending Dec 2023 and released mid-Feb 2024, we saw a significant change to some of the information reported on by the NDIA. That change was in the reporting of the numbers of SDA-funded participants. Whilst we lost one level of reporting, the update seems to be a significant improvement overall in demand data. Each quarter, the NDIA release thei...

In this episode, Larissa comes to Brisbane and interviews Minh and Debbie to chat about the milestone of achieving 50,000 podcast episode downloads, from over 220 episodes, which were published over the last 26 months, by consistently recording 2 shows per week (without failure). They discuss the fun that the crew have had in putting this all together, and the passion in podcasting, while also tal...

In this monthly episode of SDA UNLOCKED, Lorraine (originally from Adelaide) joins Debbie to discuss the supply and demand in the area of Riverland, which is the regional area of SA, close to the corner where 3 borders converge - SA, NSW, & VIC. The Riverland is home to around 35,000 people who make their living in the five main towns of Barmera, Berri, Loxton, Renmark, and Waikerie. The clima...

In this episode, Heather talks to one of our staff, Lorraine, to find out about her journey into real estate, that eventually lead her into SDA. Lorraine recently came from another real estate business where she worked for 2 years, initially working as the Office Manager, but as her interest was sparked in the sales side, she progressed into selling SDA packages around Brisbane. Lorraine explains...