What does it take to retire on $3,000 per week — and is it really achievable for everyday Australians?
That’s the question Empower Wealth Founder and The Property Couch co-host Ben Kingsley tackled in a recent interview on 2GB Sydney’s Money News with Deborah Knight.
The conversation unpacked the real meaning of passive income, the myths around building big portfolios, and the smart, strategic use of property and planning to create a financially secure retirement — the exact themes explored in the newly released book How to Retire on $3,000 per Week.
🎥 Watch the full interview here on 2GB Sydney or tune in to the video below:
💡 Key Takeaways from the Interview
- Passive income from property is possible — but it’s not magic. You don’t need ten properties. In fact, for many Australians, two or three well-chosen properties alongside superannuation can be enough.
- You’re never too late to start. Ben explains how people in their 50s can still work toward a comfortable retirement — if they avoid risky shortcuts and follow a methodical, well-planned approach.
- The “ABCD” of property investing matters more than hype. Ben breaks down the four pillars covered in the book:
- Asset selection
- Borrowing power
- Cashflow management
- Defence (risk mitigation)
- Debt isn’t a dirty word — it’s a tool. Used productively, debt can help accelerate your ability to build wealth and gain financial freedom — as long as it’s managed within your risk tolerance and life plans.
- It’s not about property moguls. This isn’t about owning 20 properties — it’s about designing a sustainable plan that supports your ideal lifestyle without overexposure or unnecessary complexity.
- Investors have a role in the housing market — and a responsibility. Ben acknowledges the tension between investors and housing affordability and highlights the importance of balance, sensible ownership levels, and sufficient housing supply to support workforce mobility and productivity.
This interview is a great snapshot of the values, frameworks and real-world insights we’ve built the book around — and it’s a reminder that with the right plan, passive income from property can be a powerful part of a bigger picture.
If you haven’t grabbed your copy of How to Retire on $3,000 per Week – The Property Couch’s Playbook for Passive Property Investing yet, you can find it at:
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