Best Stuart Wemyss Podcasts (2025)

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Can Property Prices Really Keep Doubling every 10 years? Stuart Wemyss Explains 38:25

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What if I told you that a $1 million property today could be worth $8 million in 30 years? Sounds unbelievable, right? It’s the kind of projection that makes people question whether Australia’s property market can really keep growing the way it has for the past 45 years. After all, with housing affordability constantly in the headlines and talk of …

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The lower interest rates drove September home prices higher – with Dr. Andrew Wilson 23:01

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Three rate cuts this year have clearly lit a fire under our property markets. Affordability has improved, confidence is back, and the spring selling season is heating up. It’s not just houses making gains - unit prices have now risen for eight straight months. Brisbane and Adelaide are leading the charge, while Melbourne is quietly staging a comeba…

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How to Avoid the 17% Super Death Tax 28:59

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Campbell Wallace tackles one of the most overlooked yet significant taxes in retirement planning: the 17% superannuation death benefit tax. While Australia doesn’t have a formal inheritance tax, this “sneaky tax” can quietly strip hundreds of thousands from your estate if left unmanaged, particularly when adult …

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Maximising your EV FBT Benefits as a business owner 7:09

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena break down one of the most generous tax perks currently available to employees and employers alike: the Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) exemption for electric vehicles. With so few genuine “free kicks” in the tax system, understanding how to maximise this benefit is essential for anyone considering a new ca…

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Q&A - ETF portfolio structuring, property versus ETFs, what Stuart would do differently and more 31:26

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In this Q&A episode, Stuart answers a range of insightful listener questions on wealth-building strategies through property, ETFs, and superannuation. Burt asks if he’s on track to retire by age 60, despite limited borrowing capacity and tight cash flow. Stuart unpacks the numbers and suggests possible next steps to gain traction. Blair, seeking to…

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Housing Affordability at Breaking Point – Insights with Dr. Nicola Powell 27:09

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Australia’s housing market is at a crossroads. For first-home buyers, the dream of ownership has never felt further away – with deposits taking more than 8 years to save and mortgage repayments eating up over half of disposable incomes. Yet, at the same time, buyer demand is powering ahead, clearance rates are hitting multi-year highs, and spring i…

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Will Interest Rates Ever Fall Again? The Big Picture Podcast with Ken Raiss 31:00

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Everyone was banking on another interest rate cut this year – but what if it never comes? In this month’ Big Picture Podcast, Ken Raiss and I will unpack why the economy is running hotter than expected, and what that means for rates, housing, and your mortgage. We also explain how the Bank of Mum and Dad is helping nearly 1 in 5 first-home buyers w…

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Common accounting errors to avoid 13:45

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena uncover the most common accounting errors that can quietly cost business owners thousands in tax, compliance issues, or poor financial decisions. They begin by highlighting why your accountant plays a critical role as your de facto CFO, and how to spot red flags if things aren’t quite right. One of th…

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Ep 375: What is your return on borrowing capacity (RoBC) 26:21

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Stuart introduces a powerful framework for property investors: Return on Borrowing Capacity (RoBC). With borrowing capacity often being a limited and scarce resource, Stuart explains why it’s critical to allocate it where it delivers the greatest after-tax, long-term wealth outcomes. He unpacks the concept by co…

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Q&A - How much is enough, don’t risk tax benefits, funding renovations and more 25:56

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In this episode, Stuart addresses a wide range of thoughtful listener questions, focusing on managing risk, balancing lifestyle with long-term wealth, and making informed property and investment decisions. Andrew asks whether it’s necessary to chase every spreadsheet-optimised return when he and his partner already have "enough," prompting Stuart t…

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What’s Michael Yardney’s Net Worth? The Answer Will Surprise You with Brett Warren 35:59

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In today’s podcast, we are going to do something a little different. You see, one of the common questions I get asked is, “Michael, what’s your net worth?” It’s a question people are curious about—and I get why. However, rather than simply providing you with a number, I want to take you behind the scenes and share the principles, strategies, and mi…

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Ep 374: Testamentary trusts and other estate planning strategies 33:03

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Stuart delves into the practical benefits and strategic importance of including a testamentary trust in your will. He explains how testamentary trusts offer powerful advantages in terms of tax efficiency, asset protection, and long-term flexibility, especially for families with minor children or complex financia…

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Making money with small-scale property development: Risks and opportunities 19:22

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena take a deep dive into the world of small-scale property development, highlighting both the potential rewards and the very real risks involved. Off the back of recent episodes about property spruikers selling uneconomical "development sites," they clarify what genuine small-scale development looks like…

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Q&A - Should we buy in Melbourne, development CGT, FHB advice and more 27:35

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In this Q&A episode, Campbell Wallace answers a wide range of listener questions from first-home buyers to seasoned investors navigating tax and strategic property decisions. John, a rentvestor with a young family, asks whether buying an investment-grade property in Melbourne now, with plans to use the proceeds to reduce PPOR debt in the future, al…

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15 Wealth Myths Holding You Back – And How to Break Free with Brett Warren 40:33

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Have you ever wondered why some property investors seem to build multi-million-dollar portfolios while others never get past their first property—or worse, sell up within five years? It’s not about luck. It’s not about earning six figures. And it’s definitely not about being born into money. In today’s podcast, I explore the common myths surroundin…

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You Might Stop Working, But Your Money Shouldn't – Investing Through Retirement with Ken Raiss 32:21

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In today’s show, Ken Raiss and I discuss the evolving landscape of retirement planning, emphasising that retirement is not an end but a new chapter that requires strategic investment and financial planning. We look at what it means to keep your money working in retirement, how property investors should adjust — not stop — their strategy, and what y…

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Sale Succession Strategy – Selling to an External Buyer 10:49

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Send us a text In this follow-up episode on succession planning, Stuart and Mena explore the second path: selling your business to an external buyer. Unlike a transition strategy, this approach involves a clean break, often preferred by owners seeking speed, lifestyle change, risk reduction, or when no internal successors are available. Mena begins…

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Ep 373: Property Management- How to manage the manger and picking a tenant 30:57

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Stuart tackles a vital topic for every property investor: how to manage your property manager effectively, rather than being managed by them. He explains why great property management is essential for protecting your investment and cash flow, and how unrealistic expectations or poor communication can lead to cos…

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Q&A - Which ETFs to use, balancing super tax, fees and returns, parking money in offset and more 29:20

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In this comprehensive Q&A episode, Stuart answers a wide range of listener questions spanning early retirement, home loan strategy, asset allocation, and superannuation management. Brett, a low-income investor aiming to retire at 45 with $100–120K in passive income, shares his strategy of holding four investment properties and building a trust-base…

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Suburban Revival: How a New Generation Is Reshaping Australia’s Housing Future | With Simon Kuestenmacher 36:49

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In today’s show Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss the significant shift of millennials from urban living to suburban areas. We highlight how millennials are reshaping suburban culture while still valuing aspects of their urban lifestyles. This is a generation that once embraced city skylines, inner-city cafes, and the hustle of urban living, but is…

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Stamp Duty is Holding Australia Back: Dr. Nicola Powell on Why We Need Bold Reform 29:31

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Australia’s housing market is under pressure from many directions, but one of the most overlooked barriers is stamp duty. Once a relatively modest transaction cost, stamp duty has ballooned into one of the biggest financial hurdles for homebuyers. Just to give you an idea – in Sydney, stamp duty on a median-priced house has gone from around 45% of …

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Ep 372: How to navigate rising land tax 26:27

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Read Full Blog Here In this episode, Campbell explores one of the biggest creeping costs for property investors today, land tax, and why its rising impact should prompt a serious rethink of long-term investment strategies. He breaks down how land tax thresholds and rates have shifted over the last 20 years in Victoria, NSW, and Queensland, and high…

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Transition Succession Strategy – Selling to Key Staff 11:08

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena kick off their new series on succession planning by exploring the transition pathway, where ownership and leadership of a business are progressively handed over to internal staff or family members. Stuart begins by defining what a transition strategy is and why it matters, highlighting how it can pres…

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Q&A - Should Tammy sell, which property, super access and commercial property in SMSF 34:30

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In this Q&A episode, Stuart dives into some complex and common questions from listeners navigating investment property decisions, superannuation strategies, and long-term planning. Tammy asks whether refinancing an investment loan and increasing an equity release is the best way to fund home renovations and a car upgrade. Stuart explains why sellin…

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Australia’s Hottest Winter Property Market in Years – with Dr. Andrew Wilson 27:13

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This winter has shaped up as the strongest property market we’ve seen in a long time, with strong buyer activity and rising confidence cutting through the usual seasonal slowdown. In today's show Dr. Andrew Wilson and I discuss how results have been far from uniform – Sydney is surging ahead with particularly strong performance, while conditions ac…

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Planning Australia’s Future: It Starts with Where We Live, with Ross Elliott 39:23

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Today I’m joined by Ross Elli, a respected urban thinker and commentator, and we discuss something most politicians and planners are ignoring: the danger of concentrating 70% of Australia’s population into just eight capital cities, and doing it without a real plan. We explore the challenges of infrastructure, the concept of the missing middle in h…

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3 Pillars of Business: Profit margin, Distribution, and Demand 18:54

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena unpack the three essential pillars of building a successful, scalable, and sustainable business: profit margin, distribution, and demand. They begin by breaking down profit margins, exploring what makes them sustainable, and how they impact your ability to attract talent and quality inputs. Additional…

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Ep 371: Beware of property spruikers: How to spot a property fad 33:30

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Read full blog here. In this episode, Stuart sounds the alarm on property spruikers and how to spot the latest fads that can lead unsuspecting investors astray. Drawing from decades of experience, he explains how to distinguish genuine investment advice from cleverly packaged sales pitches designed to serve the seller, not the buyer. From positive …

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Q&A - Is it worth switching to Vanguard Super, home upgrade strategy, fixing cash flow 33:24

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In this Q&A episode, Stuart answers a diverse set of listener questions covering retirement preparation, home upgrade decisions, cash flow optimisation, and early-stage financial planning. He begins with El, a couple in their late 50s wondering whether switching from Care and Brighter Super to Vanguard Super is worth the effort as they approach ret…

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Renovate to Elevate: Unlocking Value in Investment Properties with Greg Hankinson 33:23

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Have you ever looked at a tired old property and thought, “There’s potential there,” but weren’t quite sure what to do with it? Well, today’s show could be the spark you need. Because we’re talking about one of the most powerful – and underutilised – strategies for building wealth through property: strategic renovation. In a world where constructio…

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The Housing Time Bomb: Can Australia Keep Up with Its Population Boom? | With Simon Kuestenmacher 46:19

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Imagine inviting thousands of people to a party… but forgetting to organise enough food, chairs, or bathrooms. That’s essentially what Australia is doing by ramping up migration while failing to plan for the housing and infrastructure to support it. Today, Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss why we can’t keep separating housing policy from migration …

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Ep 370: Does long-term data tell us where to invest in property? 31:33

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Read full blog here. In this data-rich episode, Stuart takes a deep dive into what 40 years of long-term data reveals about property investing across Australia’s capital cities. While the media often focuses on short-term fluctuations, Stuart explains why property should be viewed as a multi-decade investment and how compounding growth over time ca…

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Business Activity Statements 101 13:11

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Send us a text In this practical and info-packed episode, Stuart and Mena demystify Business Activity Statements (BAS) for business owners, sole traders, and anyone new to GST and tax reporting. They begin by explaining what a BAS is, who needs to lodge one, and how often, depending on business turnover. You’ll learn when you’re legally required to…

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Q&A - Planning with uncertainty, how to find useful property growth data and more 33:27

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In this Q&A episode, Stuart answers an insightful mix of listener questions that span health, housing, retirement planning, and how to balance life’s big financial decisions. He begins with “Lucky,” a high-income medical professional and cancer survivor, who asks whether his health history should influence how much he gears, and whether to upgrade …

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Who pays the most tax in Australia, Plus Clues Behind The News | Macro Insights with Ken Raiss 29:34

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In today’s Macro Insights Podcast, Ken Raiss and I examine who really pays tax in Australia, and the results may surprise you. We also share what the average wage and superannuation balance in Australia is, and I bet these figures will surprise you. We also discuss the latest statement from APRA about its 3% mortgage assessment buffer we will tell …

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Regret, Reality, and the Race to Buy: What First Home Buyers Are Really Facing in 2025 With Sarah Megginson 42:36

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What happens when the Great Australian Dream becomes a financial nightmare? In 2025, buying your first home in Australia has become less of a rite of passage and more of a high-stakes gamble. Record-high deposits, sky-high property prices, and mortgage repayments eating up more than 30% of many buyers’ income - it’s no wonder almost half of all fir…

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Ep 369: Strap yourself in for some tax reform – here are some suggestions 30:23

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Read full blog here. In this forward-looking episode, Stuart unpacks a range of bold ideas for tax reform in Australia, urging policymakers to think beyond the status quo. With both federal and state budgets under pressure, and income taxes increasingly unsustainable, Stuart proposes a smarter, more balanced system that supports economic growth whi…

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How to tax effectively get money out of a company 11:40

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena explore one of the most common and misunderstood questions business owners face: how to tax-effectively get money into and out of a company. Whether you’re starting a business, investing in one, or managing retained profits, understanding the right structure from the outset can save you from costly mi…

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Q&A - Rebalancing super, is property concentration a problem, when should you sell property 32:05

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In this episode, Stuart addresses a wide range of listener questions, focusing on smart super strategies, investment property decisions, and how to balance financial goals with market realities. Jeff asks whether funds in an offset account with a non-bank lender like Resimac are safe, prompting a discussion on lending structures and risk. Alex seek…

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The Truth About Property Investors the Media Won’t Tell You – with Brett Warren 28:48

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There’s a lot of noise out there right now — the media, politicians, and even Sunday BBQ conversations seem to revolve around one central villain: the property investor. Apparently, we’re to blame for housing unaffordability, rising rents, and locking young people out of the market. But is that really fair? Because when you scratch below the surfac…

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Why Property Investors Achieve Financial Freedom — and Most Others Don’t – with Brett Warren 30:20

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Have you ever wondered why some people seem to effortlessly build wealth through real estate while others spend their entire lives working hard, only to end up financially stuck? The truth is that most Australians won’t ever achieve genuine financial independence. Sure, they’ll retire... eventually. But for many, that just means swapping full-time …

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Strategies to minimise CGT 14:58

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Send us a text In this episode, Stuart and Mena take a deep dive into one of the biggest and often most misunderstood taxes investors face, Capital Gains Tax (CGT). Whether you're dealing with property, shares, or business assets, they explain why the smartest CGT strategies begin not at the point of sale, but before you even buy the asset. They st…