588 | Is THIS Australia’s ‘Best Value’ Property Market? – Chat with Greville Pabst
📍 Melbourne’s property market has been the worst performer in the country for years… so is it finally time for a comeback? In this episode, Ben is joined by property valuation expert Greville Pabst and new Couch Crew member Shane Pope, a Melbourne-based buyer’s advocate who works closely with owner-occupiers at the coalface of the market. Together, they unpack what’s really happening across Melbourne […]
Why Auctions Are the Most Transparent Way to Buy Property | Fundamental Fridays
Welcome to the first episode of our brand-new FUNdamental Friday mini-series: The Hill I’ll Die On. Each week, one member of the Property Couch crew steps up to share a bold money or property stance they’re willing to stand behind and unpack the behind-the-scenes truths most people think… but rarely say out loud. First up: […]
587 | Higher Interest Rates: Fix, Float or Hold Your Nerve?
Higher interest rates are back on the agenda, and this time, the conversation feels different. With inflation proving stickier than expected and the RBA shifting how it measures data, borrowers are starting to feel the nerves again. But panic isn’t a strategy. So in this episode, Ben is joined by mortgage experts Luke Oxenham and Kirsty “KD” […]
Breaking News | Negative Gearing Changes in May 2026 Federal Budget?
With the May 2026 federal budget approaching, rumors of negative gearing changes are reaching a fever pitch. At The Property Couch, we’ve always said you only need 2 to 3 properties to change your life, but how would a formal cap impact your long-term plan? Before we get there… Stop the presses! Let’s acknowledge that […]
Breaking News | Are New Capital Gain Tax Reforms Coming?
Is the government about to pull the rug out from under the rental market? 🚨 With housing affordability dominating the headlines, Federal Labor and the Treasury are officially modeling potential changes to Capital Gains Tax (CGT) and Negative Gearing. Note: This deep-dive presentation was originally produced by Ben Kingsley for the Property Investors Council of Australia […]
