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141 | Success Leaves Clues: How Do You Compare to Australia’s Most Sophisticated Investors?

By The Property Couch October 12, 2017 in Podcast

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Alright folks, Episode 141 has landed! And today Ben is sliding on his “PIPA” Chairman top hat. Why?

Because PIPA’s Annual Investor Sentiment Survey is out! And the boys are going through these factual insights so you can see what the most successful investors are doing, thinking and learning, right now!!

So what’s PIPA?

If you’re a recent Coucher, you might not know that the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA) is the peak association for businesses that operate in the property investment space. In other words: PIPA makes sure that professionals in the industry are, well, professional.

PIPA has developed a Code of Conduct (read it here) that their members MUST operate under. It’s a framework that, ultimately, makes sure clients come first — and aren’t misled from unsuspecting property spruikers!

What can you expect to learn from Australia’s sophisticated investors?

Is now a good time to invest in residential property?
What type of property are the majority of investor’s buying?
What state capital currently offers the best investment prospects?
What is the exit strategy should you consider adopting?
Should you be worried about the banks raising their interest rates?
Where is the most appealing place to buy right now?
How long should you expect your property to be negatively geared for?
Should the “bubble” stop you from investing?
Is there a need for regulation?
Is it possible to become a sophisticated investor on your own?

And of course, if you are interested in the report, here are the links!

Summary | PIPA Sentiment Survey Results – Download here
Full Details | PIPA Sentiment Survey Results – Download here

For Bryce’s cover story on the Money Magazine? Get a copy here or at a newsagent/supermarket near you.

Just joined the podcast, here’s the Money SMARTS Checklist that Bryce mentioned on the show! Download here.

RBA October 2015 Cash Rate Cut

By Ben Kingsley October 7, 2015 in RBA Announcement, Videos

Today the Reserve Governor and the Board met and kept the cash rate at 2%. In this RBA Cash Rate announcement, Ben will be touching on these points:

Market volatility around the world
Political changes in Australia
Business Conditions and Consumer Sentiment
Interest rate movement
The Australian Dollar and its impact on the Economy

Watch this video to find out more.

(People watching/reading this should be reminded this is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley, and should not be used when making decisions about financial matters without seeking further clarification and understanding of your own personal circumstances. This article is not advice you should rely upon. We recommend you to speak to a licensed professionals before taking any action with your financial affairs)

RBA June 2015 Cash Rate Cut

By Ben Kingsley June 2, 2015 in RBA Announcement

Today the Reserve Governor and the Board met and they’ve kept interest rates on hold. Now this was widely anticipated. The facts are, at 2% cash rate, it is at historically low level and if we were to actually move rates further down which we do have capacity to do if you look at the minutes. Now, if you are wondering what factors have motivated the RBA to make this decision, check out Ben’s commentary on it.

Commentary & Opinion of Ben Kingsley – CEO & Founder; Property Investment Analyst and Advisor and current Chair of PIPA Ben Kingsley is the Founding Director of Empower Wealth and Chair of Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA). A qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA), Ben holds a Real Estate Agency License (QLD), a Diploma of Finance and Mortgage Broking Management, a Diploma of Business and has become one of Australia’s leading experts in property investing for wealth creation. (People watching/reading this should be reminded this is an opinion comment by Ben Kingsley, and should not be used when making decisions about financial matters without seeking further clarification and understanding of your own personal circumstances. This article is not advice you should rely upon. We recommend you to speak to a licensed professionals before taking any action with your financial affairs)

So what’s PIPA?

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