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113 | Why Positive Thinking Doesn’t Work! – Chat with Chris Helder

Another exciting episode of the podcast this week! Joining Bryce and Ben on the couch is a certified practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Public Speaker, and author of The Ultimate Book of Influence and Useful Belief, Chris Helder. After moving to Melbourne 21 years ago from the USA, Chris has become one of Australia’s leading keynote speakers who explains mastering the power of the mindset. With this in mind, Bryce, Ben and Chris provide some absolute gold nuggets in this episode by discussing some of the following areas:

  • Chris’ professional background and what led him to Australia
  • His book, Useful Belief and how effective this concept is
  • How to apply the concept of Useful Belief in the current property market
  • Does an ideal week really works and a more efficient time management skill
  • The idea of ‘10 Seconds of Guilt then move on’
  • How to filter the distraction and noises out there
  • Mastering and owning your own story
  • Understanding perfection and not letting it take over
  • What we need to do to take action and stop avoiding what we need to do
  • Seven ways to successfully implement Useful Belief

Make sure you tune into this episode to find out the above and more. An advice packed episode not to be missed! And if you would like to get a copy of his book, Useful Belief, get a copy here!

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112 | Inside The Mind Of An Elite Agent – Chat with Tim Heavyside, Director of Fletchers

Carrying on with our real estate agent season, today we have another special guest star Tim Heavyside on the show with Bryce and Ben. An award winning Real Estate Agent, Director and Auctioneer for Fletchers Real Estate, Tim has an impressive professional history in this industry dating back 15 years. As a very knowledgeable and personable star on the show, there is no doubt that you will receive some interesting advice and will be listening to some absolute gold in today’s episode.

In this episode Bryce, Ben and Tim talk about the following topics:

  • Tim’s professional background and how he moved on from being a travel agent to Real Estate
  • What motivated him to excel in the industry and his motto in life
  • The skills and traits a vendor should look for when engaging a real estate agent
  • What are the four different scenarios when selling your property
  • Pre-auction offer and which is the best week (or which day of the week!) to offer them
  • Behavioural techniques to employ when buying at an auction
  • The best property advice he’s been given
  • The best property deal he made and why

 

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111 | Q&A – Borderless Investing, Loan Redraw, Suburb Demographic and more

Can’t believe it has been 11 weeks since our last Q&A! We’ve got quite a line-up of great guests on the show for the past couple of months so for today’s podcast, we will be doing a Q&A instead. Thanks for sending in your question and Bryce and Ben will be answering questions from:

 

  • Bernard on Borderless Investing: I love your show; it’s really given me a different perspective from some other property educators, and it’s one of these differences which gives rise to the following issue. You speak a lot about being a borderless investor and buying quality assets in those locations where the market is in the right stage of the cycle. At the moment, this might mean Brisbane or Hobart or Adelaide or wherever. That’s all good. You are also clear that Sydney and Melbourne are the places which will grow most long term. That’s all good too. If I’m only going to buy 4-5 properties to secure my retirement though, as you advocate in your book, I certainly want to be buying the best long-term performers that I can. I know that done well, I can make good money doing this in smaller markets, but long term I wouldn’t expect to do as well as in the larger metropolises.

If I was buying ten houses, I could carry some weaker assets, but with four it’s obviously vital to get them right. How would you advise someone who already owned a couple of (hopefully!) well-selected properties in Brisbane or Adelaide or wherever who was able to re-invest? Should they hold off, build up a bit of equity and increase their cash buffer before looking at Sydney or Melbourne when the heat has come off there? Or would you suggest buying again and taking the risk that they will never get into the larger markets?

  • Alisdair on Loan Redraw Facilities: Can we have a finance expert tax expert come on the podcast? I have a loan where I have paid in extra to the redraw, not offset. I had a strategy to break the loan and refix for a few reasons. The rate is significantly lower. I’m hoping I can claim the break fees as a cost, reducing their effect. Also I want to pay my interest out of the redraw. Can this be done? I feel the break fees are permitted, but the part where I pay interest from the redraw seems an impossible dream due to a mixed purpose loan affect and that the ATO considers it tax avoidance. Any guidance in this matter?
  • Lakhwinder on Location Research: I have been listening to your podcasts while driving, thank you so much for such a priceless info you share with us. I recently started my property investment journey bought new house in Western Sydney to get government benefits and bought two investment properties in Loganlea after rezoning, after listening to your podcasts I realised I didn’t apply most of the filters you guys talked about. Both my properties are over the median price of suburb. Both are over 6% yield so not that painful to hold.

First investment property 3bed 2 bath 2 living areas 800msq with pool for $400k. Second 4beds 2baths 800msqr $380k. Westen Sydney property (owner occupier)did great, bought in end of 2014

By June 2016 property revalued at $150k more without landscaping done.I know you guys talked about Brisbane few times but it will be great to listen what you think about logan area and recent rezoning of Loganlea. Questions:- is it ok pay higher price for the properties (houses)that fall within the high-medium density or residential core for a future land bank?

  • Clayton on buying off the plan properties: Hi, I would LOVE to get your opinion on buying off the plan properties and what to look out for. This course of action has been put forward by a mortgage broker/real estate developer in Brisbane who will benefit from both the commission on the mortgage and the property itself (they have openly disclosed this). The property will be an investment and NOT my PPR. Love the show and keep up the good work.

 

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Bonusisode | Listen everyone… This Is Serious!

Housing Affordability. APRA. Investor’s Lending. Super Property Deposit Debate.

These are headline news for the last few weeks which have been monopolising the business section of most press for some time now. So, we don’t think we can wait any longer either!

Now, what did they chat about today? You would be expecting conversation around the long-term sustainability of the Australian Property Market, an upcoming correction and who will be affected; APRA’s move on investment lending; changes on interest-only loans and how it will affect some borrowers out there; implementing Money SMARTS during these times; relationship between migration and the economy; the Superannuation Property Deposit Debate and more.

Let us forewarn you that this Bonusisode is not as light as our usual episodes. This time, Bryce and Ben discuss some critical housing and political issues and as usual, the commentary in this show is general in nature and is an opinion comment by both of them. It does not take into account the particular investment objectives or financial situation of any potential listeners, and you should always consult a qualified professional advisor before making any investment decisions.

Some of the references made in this podcast are:

 

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Bonusisode | Chat between TPC and Real Estate Talk – Why I love property?

Bryce recently appeared on our good friend, Kevin Turner’s podcast, Real Estate Talk and we thought it would be a good idea to share it with you guys! If you haven’t check it out yet, tune in to Kevin’s podcast for some great quality property investment news, tips and strategy from Australia’s Top Property Experts and more. In this Bonusisode, Bryce and Kevin will be chatting about:

  • Why Bryce chose property out of all the asset classes out there
  • What motivated him to start investing in property
  • His first property and the mistakes he had made in the early years
  • The awareness on property investing and level of resources out there for investors
  • Best advice for someone who’s thinking about starting an investment property portfolio

 

 

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110 (Part 2) | Meet Frank from The Block! – Chat with Frank Valentic, Director of Advantage Property Consulting

Carrying on from Part One, here’s the second instalment of Episode 110 featuring one of Australia’s most renowned Buyer’s Agents, Frank Valentic on the couch today with Bryce and Ben. Now, let’s get into it straight away! For Part Two, the guys will be chatting about:

  • Factors to consider when researching a location ie gentrification, schooling, lifestyle and more
  • Scarcity in property and what type of properties he invests in
  • Some of the common mistakes buyers make when buying a property
  • Tips and cautions to know when buying interstate
  • Land tax in Victoria
  • How to act at an auction and tips for when you’re bidding

 

And so much more! And of course, make sure you don’t miss out on Bryce’s Life Hack and Ben’s Did you Know segments this week to end another brilliant and informative chat with another special guest.

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110 (Part 1) | Meet Frank from The Block! – Chat with Frank Valentic, Director of Advantage Property Consulting

To carry on our Real Estate Agent series, we have Frank Valentic for this 2-part episode! Household name and Director of Advantage Property Consulting, Frank often appears on the TV series The Block, helping his buyers snatch up a few properties on auction day! He joins Bryce and Ben today to give you all an insight into his world of being one of Australia’s leading Buyer’s Agents. In part one, we listen to Bryce, Ben and Frank discuss the following topics and more:

  • How he got into his first property back in 1995 and started his portfolio
  • Frank’s professional background and how he went from semi-professional soccer player, to P.E Teacher, to a Buyer’s Agent
  • How did he research for properties back when he just started and how it has changed since then
  • His mentor in life
  • What his motivations are for being successful in the buyers agent field
  • Where to get off market properties and are they always a great investment
  • What are the due diligence to be done prior to purchasing an investment property
  • Tips for first home buyers looking to get into the market

 

Make sure to listen to the whole of this part to learn even more tips and information. And of course stay tuned for part 2 so you don’t miss out on all of the absolute gold discussed in this week’s episode.

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