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160 | The Power of Vulnerability when Looking for Advice – Chat with Karla

By The Property Couch February 22, 2018 in Case Study, Podcast, Real life stories

We’re getting real on the Couch today, folks. So if you’re in the mood for some solid learning, serious authenticity and a powerful view into what it’s like to be on the chair opposite us (or any other professional advisor), today is YOUR Day!

Because in this episode we are introducing a very, very special guest (in more ways than one)…. someone who has personally reached out, sat down and met with one of our advisors…. Karla C.

Except Karla…. she didn’t like what we had to say!

Why?

Well, this is where the power of vulnerability comes in………

[Two words that come to mind: “Profound change.”]

Full disclosure: We normally avoid mentioning our company, folks….. but we’re huge believers in Karla’s story and its benefit to you is too great for us to hold back! Plus, Karla’s “tell all” is a gift needed for life, not just property investment.

Before we unfold the layers of vulnerability though, just a little shout out to those of you WHO LIVE IN SYDNEY & WANT TO WORK WITH US! We’re after experienced Property Investment Advisors, Mortgage Brokers, Financial Planners and, just maybe, Accountants! So if you’re all about helping others, influencing positive and profound change to people’s lives, and the idea of a challenging and rewarding role makes you ticklish with excitement ….. wow us with your resume & cover letter here!

You’re going to hear:

An honest, vulnerable and authentic view from a client’s eyes (and mind)
The difference between expectation and reality
How to pivot your mindset to create profound change
Why being told “what you want to hear” can be more harmful than helpful
If we get advice on our own portfolios……..
The Dos and Don’ts of Property Investing
How to know if you’re ready for professional advice?
The fine line between a dream and a reality check!
What’s worse: procrastination or a bad property investment decision?
How to make a mental decision to move forward
Bryce and Ben’s “light globe moments” in their own journey!
Why a wrong decision(s) can set you back 10 years!
The importance of timing the market and doing the research
Powerful, powerful bullet point — Karla’s key learnings
Some education tips you can try at home
How to choose an advisor wisely
What are the tangible benefits of changing your thinking?

p.s. Really want to learn more about the service that the guys were chatting about? Click here to learn more about Empower Wealth’s Property Investment Advice services.

159 | From Anti-depressants to Airbnb – Chat with Emily Hazell, Founder of Serotonin Eatery

By The Property Couch February 15, 2018 in Podcast

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Feel Good February is even better with a Feel Good Podcast, folks! So, that’s exactly what we’ve got in store for you today: The episode to get rid of the “mood funk” 🙂
In other words: it’s a mindset, business success and property story all rolled into one holistic show!

If that doesn’t make you feel good, our guest, Emily Hazell of Serotonin Eatery, Exercise and Education will give you the fresh tips to get there!

To clear any confusion: Serotonin is often referred to as “The Happiness Hormone.”

Emily, with a Double Degree in Architecture and Graphic Design behind her, is the founder of the world’s first Happiness Centre — an eatery with an entire menu and physical space designed to increase your serotonin levels! … but Emily didn’t get this idea from being happy — she’d struggled with mood swings, depression and anxiety in her earlier years, and sourced a natural solution that wouldn’t require a prescription.

How does the property investment stuff fit in?

Listen to find out. (And learn how Emily saved $500 every week for 10 years!)

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So, what can you learn from today’s show?

How can you stabilise your health and mood with serotonin and increase overall happiness?
What are the challenges and lessons learnt along the way when starting a business?
How did the power of investing fund her business?
Why are your habits that are stopping you from “getting things done”?
How did Emily nail asset selection and apply it to her business?
What little things can you do to increase your serotonin levels?
Why is knowing your “personal mission” important for mastering your mindset?
The power of turning a negative into a positive!
Lifestyle drivers and how that relates to suburb gentrification
How can investing in a financial planner grow your money?
Is investing in Airbnb a good investment?
What are the challenges and innovations of investing in Airbnb
What do you need to know about goal-setting and planning?
Are you doing something now that is a “tax on tomorrow’s happiness”?
How do you back yourself?
Why do you need to get a network and support behind you, even if you’re going it alone?

Looking for the rest of the Serotonin Formula that Emily mentioned on the show? Click here to find out more!

158 | Cut The Noise: How to Master Your Mindset with Chris Helder

By The Property Couch February 8, 2018 in Podcast

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That’s right, folks!

Back by popular demand, we have Chris Helder on The Couch … with his brand new (it’s only been out a week) book, Cut The Noise!!

We first heard Chris’s power of mindset and “Useful Belief” in Episode 113 | Why Positive Thinking Doesn’t Work … and, in Bryce’s email shout out, you mentioned you’d benefit from having Chris back on…

Boy, are we glad you did!
For those who missed the episode or need a refresher, Chris Helder is a certified practitioner of Neuro-Linguistic Programming, Public Speaker and author of Cut The Noise, Useful Belief and The Ultimate Book of Influence. He’s one of the highest booked speakers and his message is seriously impactful (and useful).

Today, he’s talking about: Better Results, Less Guilt.

Why? We’re bombarded by “news” every. single. day.

Media. Social Media. Marketing. Almost everywhere we look………..

So, how do we cut the noise?

You’ll get answers to:

How do you filterer out distraction to achieve better results?
What is “10 Seconds of Guilt” and how can it help you?
Why do you need an “exit” strategy?
Can you use the power of presence to become more effective?
What are The 6 Important Things in Life, and what do you need to remember about them?
Is multitasking a good thing?
Why is it important to ask for advice?
What happened in Disneyland that taught Chris A LOT?
Why should you quit being a perfectionist?
What are the 3 questions you should ask yourself if you’re feeling guilty?
Why do you need a “win strategy” and how do you get it?
What are the 3 distinct categories to frame what you do?
What are the 3 words you need to remember to action success in 2018?
What’s wrong with living in a “The Ribbon World”?
How can you apply all of this to property investing??

And stay around till Ben’s Did You Know too! There’s be some interesting discussion around the recent volatility in the stock exchange. 😉

p.s. You can purchase all of Chris Helder’s book via his website: http://www.chrishelder.com/

p.p.s. Looking for Brene Brown’s Ted Talk on the Power of Vulnerability? Watch it here.

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154 | The Do’s and Don’ts: The Discoveries We’ve Learnt in Property Investing (PART 2)

By The Property Couch January 11, 2018 in Podcast

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Alright, folks! It’s that time again… Podcast Day!

And today we’re bringing you PART 2 of our Summer Series on the Foundational Principles of Property Investing, featuring THE best bits of gold from our guests!

So if you’re interested in building a property portfolio in a tough market, learning the key elements of property investing or wouldn’t mind a handful of renovating tips to increase that capital growth……. then this episode’s got it all!

But before we jump in and tell you which FIVE GUESTS are featuring today, we thought we’d slap on a sticky note here that reads:

Remember: $5 is all you need to become a PICA Member!

At the end of the day, it’s important we come together and join forces in protecting our investments, livelihood and ability to determine our own future.

That said, let’s get on with today show!

Featuring in today’s episode include the following guests…

Jane Slack Smith – from Episode 61
Damian Collins – from Episode 73
Veronica Morgan – from Episode 76
Stuart Wemyss – from Episode 81
Dr. Andrew Wilson – from Episode 87

Answering these questions:

What is the Trident Strategy, and how can you use it to build your wealth?
Why does investing for the long term matter?
What do you need to consider when picking an investment grade location?
Where are people incorrectly spending their money on when renovating?
What is the “rule of thumb” to spend on a cosmetic renovation?
Who is your target market if you’re “flipping” properties?
How can you build a property portfolio after a boom?
Why is it crucial to have the right strategy first?
What is the one thing you need to do when structuring your loan?
Why does a mortgage broker need to be a cash flow manager?
What do you need to keep in mind if you’re buying in a rural area?
What is the best predictor of the future?
Why be positive about the property market/ investing in property?
Is interest rate the only thing that matters?
What will we see with the market correction?
How do you know if you’re getting good advice?
What property will always have demand, despite market conditions?
What’s the Future of the Australian Property Market?

153 | The Do’s and Don’ts: The Discoveries We’ve Learnt in Property Investing (PART 1)

By The Property Couch January 4, 2018 in Podcast

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Happy New Year, folks!!! We hope you celebrated this new beginning in style — and also gave yourself a pat on the back for the great things you made happen in 2017!!

Indeed, 2018 is now with us……. and we are SO excited to share this new chapter with you. We also have a few surprises up our sleeve this year, with more than a handful of epic guests lined up!!

** If you’re super keen on hearing from someone in particular, or about a topic you’ve been dying to learn about, simply head to our Contact Us page or feel free to drop us a line at [email protected]**

And remember: $5 is all you need to become a PICA Member!

But back to today’s episode…. The Summer Series (Part 1 of 2) on the Foundational Principles of Property Investing, featuring THE best bits of gold from our guests.

In plain English, please?

You’ll hear The Do’s and The Absolutely-Don’ts of Property Investing from the people who have been there, done that, and have an enviable property portfolio to prove it.

(In a nutshell: all of the gold, snipped and trimmed, to fit into 2 episodes).

Featuring in today’s episode include the following guests:

Peter Koulizos – from Episode 30
Carolyn Wright – from Episode 31
Steve Waters – from Episode 42
Paul Baker – from Episode 45
Chris Gray – from Episode 60

Filling in the gold mine includes:

The Five Golden Rules of Property Investment
What is Gentrification and what signs do you need to look for?
Why type of car (yep) can influence the future price of a market?
The Checklist to getting a great Property Manager
If you’re a first time investor, what things MUST you know?
What do you need to be aware of when getting advice?
What property type is most risky? Why?
What role does the media play?
How to determine if you need a building inspection for the particular property?
What can go wrong?
How can you build a portfolio through rentvesting?
Asset selection tips and why is location research crucial?

Resources mentioned in the podcast:

Get your Break Even Calculator here

Become a PICA Member here

See the infographics Ben was talking about here

How does the property investment stuff fit in?

So, how do we cut the noise?

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