546 | The Frankenstein Portfolio That Lost $159K—And How to Avoid It
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. We’ve heard it time and time again from investors who look back and say, “What was I thinking?” In Ep 546, Bryce is joined by returning guest David Robertson—Head of Property Wealth Planning at Empower Wealth—to dive deep into one of the scariest (and most common) traps […]
TPC Gold | How to Maximise Your Tax Returns in 2025
This snippet is from an Empower Wealth episode: How to Boost Your Tax Return in 2025: Ben & Julia’s Hot Tips. In this week’s bonus episode, Ben shares key highlights from his recent Talking Property Tax conversation with property tax expert Julia Hartman—covering what smart investors need to know before 30 June. From HECS/HELP debt […]
545 | Burnt-Out Vans, Mouldy Eaves & Broken Trust: A Cautionary Buyer’s Agent Tale
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. When long-time listener and four-property investor Jayson reached out to Bryce on LinkedIn, we knew this was a conversation worth having on the couch. Why? Because he’s been through something many won’t talk about publicly: What happens when you put your trust—and your money—in a so-called “top […]
TPC Gold | How Property Spruikers Pressure You into Buying
This snippet is from one of our previous episodes: WARNING: The Unconscious Mental Triggers Property Spruikers Use To Trick You. Today we dive into a topic many Aussies don’t realise they’re being exposed to until it’s too late: the tactics used by property spruikers to pressure you into making a decision. Bryce and Ben break […]
544 | Election Promises vs. Reality: Will Any Party Actually Fix Housing?
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. It’s Federal Election time! 🇦🇺🏠💥 Folks, in this special deep-dive episode, we’re lifting the bonnet on the major parties’ housing policies and asking the real question… Will they actually fix Australia’s housing affordability crisis… or just make it worse? With both Labor and the Coalition promising big […]
MyKNOWLEDGE | How The Property Couch and Moorr Work Together
If you’ve been following us on The Property Couch — whether through the podcast, books, blogs, or free resources — you’ve probably noticed that we’ve been talking a lot more about Moorr lately. So what’s the connection? And why are we so excited about it? Here’s a quick explainer to help you understand how The […]
TPC Gold | Have I Left It Too Late to Buy Property?
This snippet is from one of our previous episodes: When Is It Too Late To Get Into Property? It’s a question many Australians are quietly asking themselves: “Is it too late for me to buy property?” In this TPC Gold snippet, Ben and Bryce respond to a heartfelt listener question from Luke—who, at 46, is […]
543 | How to Fix a Frankenstein Portfolio Before It’s Too Late
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. Folks, one of the most common pieces of feedback we receive on the podcast is, “I wish I’d found you guys sooner.” The problem they’re facing now? They’ve got the correct knowledge BUT they’ve built what we call a Frankenstein Portfolio. We’re talking about an impressive portfolio that […]
TPC Gold | Property Due Diligence: What to Know Before Buying an Existing Unit
This snippet is from one of our previous episodes: Is Now The Right Time to Buy a High Rise Apartment? When it comes to buying an existing apartment or unit, doing the right due diligence can save you from years of costly surprises. In this TPC Gold snippet, Bryce and Ben break down the must-do […]
542 | The Overlooked CGT Timebomb Hidden in Joint Tenancy – Chat with Julia Hartman
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. As tax season looms, we’re bringing back Australia’s #1 property tax expert, Julia Hartman, to help you understand the nuanced world of joint tenancy, debt recycling, and more! Julia is the Chief Technical Tax Adviser here at Empower Wealth and the founder of BAN TACS, a cooperative of […]
TPC Gold | Why We Swear by the Seven-Day Float
This snippet is from one of our previous episodes: Seven Tips to Trap Your Surplus Cash. In today’s TPC Gold soundbite, Bryce and Ben unpack one of the most powerful—and underrated—tools in the MoneySMARTS money management system: the seven-day float. Forget spreadsheets, complex budgeting, or tracking every dollar you spend. The seven-day float is […]
541 | How to Align Your Financial Plan with Your Partner
These are the questions you’re thinking… but haven’t asked yet. This week’s Q&A Day is a goldmine for anyone navigating the trickier parts of property investing — especially when it’s not just about the numbers, but the people involved. 🏠 Jason’s got a long-term strategy (and a property plan to back it), but his partner’s […]
TPC Gold | Can You Use Your IP’s Equity to Pay Off Your Home Loan Early?
This snippet is from one of our previous episodes: Q&A – How to Avoid Poor Loan Structure It’s a question we get all the time from property investors: “Can I use the equity in my investment property to pay off my home loan faster?” In today’s TPC Gold soundbite, Bryce and Ben unpack this exact […]
540 | Hiding in Plain Sight: What this REA Economist is Seeing that You Aren’t! – Chat with Anne Flaherty
Watch the episode on Youtube. Click here. Is demand finally absorbing after the RBA’s February rate cut? Which state is on track to become the most affordable rental market in 2025? What’s next for Perth — boom or bust? And where is the elusive “missing middle” data hiding? We’re diving into all this (and more!) […]
(LIVE) RBA Apr 2025 | “Tariff-ying” Times: How Trump’s Policies Could Affect Australia
We’re entering uncharted waters… In this month’s RBA update, Ben and Evan break down the Reserve Bank’s latest cash rate decision—and the global forces adding heat to the conversation. From Donald Trump’s proposed “Liberation Day” tariffs to a federal budget with little real impact, this month’s episode goes beyond the headlines to explore what’s really […]
