Geared for Growth is designed to assist Australian property investors to achieve financial freedom. The aim is to grab as many experts within the property investing space as possible and really tease apart their strategy and how they assist property investors to achieve financial freedom whether directly as buyers agents, or as expert accountants, brokers, conveyancer, whatever. We'll endeavour to cut through the sales pitches and get down to the nuts and bolts.
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The Property Trio (formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor)
Cate Bakos, David Johnston and Mike Mortlock
Formerly The Property Planner, Buyer and Professor, our show rebranded in 2023 to The Property Trio. Residential property is the only asset class we live in, it is where we raise our families, and it is our most expensive investment, yet property advice remains unregulated. Our objective is to educate time-poor professionals through deep insights from our experts who have provided thousands of Australians with personalised advice and education spanning two decades. In a climate where we are ...
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Welcome to The Scouting Australia Podcast, where each week, you’ll be guided by two of Australia’s most seasoned property experts, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim. Sam is one of Australia’s leading and most award winning property investors (Strategic Investor of the year 2020 and Buyers Agent of the Year 2024), and founder and director of Australian Property Scout Buyers Agency. Along with his co-host James, an experienced and aggressive property investor, they dive deep into all things propert ...
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Welcome to ‘Small Talk, Big Ideas’; a podcast rich in conversation with inspirational thought leaders and big thinkers about all things property, business, and life.
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Lloyd Edge, a successful property investor, demonstrates that from humble beginnings as a school teacher with moderate earnings, achieving financial freedom and lifestyle choices is possible. As the host of Positively Geared, Lloyd collaborates with co-host Alex Augustyniak to establish trust as authorities in the Australian real estate buyers' market. Their mission is to make building a positively geared property portfolio accessible to everyone. Lloyd Edge, the author of Positively Geared, ...
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Federal Budget Breakdown with Mike Mortlock
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27:35Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon and Mike Mortlock, as they break down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in a…
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#310: Market Update Apr 25 – Darwin Dominates, Melbourne Signals Growth Ahead, Quartile Price Movements & Expected Rate Cuts Fuel Confidence
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57:30Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM This week, Dave, Mike and Cate tackle the data! Nationally, the gains could be described as "soft", but for Darwin and Hobart, things are anything but soft. With a second conse…
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How to Build $200k Net Passive + A Big Reveal
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53:11Welcome back to another episode of the Scouting Australia Podcast! Sammy Gordon is joined by his co-host Jimmy Ibrahim and Brendan Geoghegan, for a jam-packed session. In this episode, the crew catches up after their APS Sales Team retreat (including a surprise reveal from Jimmy). The guys dive deep into School of Property, including a big announce…
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Ep. 287: How Valuation Insights Drive Better Property Deals with Joel Moffat
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31:02Host Mike Mortlock is joined by Joel Moffat, a former bank valuer turned buyer’s agent, who shares how his background in property valuation gives him a unique edge in today’s market. Joel lifts the curtain on how valuations work inside one of the Big Four banks — including the difference between desktop and full valuations, how risks are assessed, …
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#309: How to Boost Borrowing Power – Debt Management Strategy for Smart Property Decisions & Unlock Investment, Home & Refinance Opportunity
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47:54Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Welcome to Episode 3 of our special Property Trio trilogy, where we wrap up our deep dive into one of the most critical aspects of property investing in today’s environment: bo…
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8 Critical Mistakes from 4 Seasoned Property Investors
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51:50In this week's episode, join Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim along with Liam Corey and Brendan Geoghegan direct from the APS Sales Team Retreat for a deep dive into the 8 critical mistakes they commonly see (and how to avoid them). They share stories from the trenches, covering everything from dodgy developments and missed market timing to bad debt,…
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Ep. 286: Building A Solid Property Portfolio for Long Term Wealth with Eric Le Tran
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36:17In this week’s episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock sits down with Eric le Tran, a thoughtful and strategic property investor who has built an impressive portfolio of seven investment properties worth nearly $5 million — all within a relatively short timeframe. Eric’s journey is a masterclass in learning from missteps, stayi…
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#308: Darwin Under the Microscope - Will 2025 Mark the Return of Property Growth for Australia’s Most Affordable & Smallest Capital City?
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56:33Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM 🎙️This episode was inspired by a thoughtful message from a listener who challenged us to dig deeper into Darwin’s property market after we referenced it briefly on a previous s…
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This week Sammy Gordon is joined in the studio by the lovely Morgan Holmes, fan favourite and recently appointed BA Manager at Australian Property Scout, for a fast-paced Q&A session. In this episode, they dive into the world of property investment and wealth creation, covering everything from the benefits of property as an asset class to the right…
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Why Australian House Prices Are Set for Another Run + The “Stealth Boom” to Hit Which Aussie Cities?
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11:34Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#307: Analysing Ballarat’s Property Potential - The Pros, Pitfalls and Lifestyle Insights for Home Buyers and Regional Market Investors
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44:13Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM In today's episode, Mike and Cate tackle a great listener question from Brooke, who asks: "Is Ballarat a no-go for investors, and what about its long-term growth prospects?" Wi…
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How This 61 Year Old Doubled His Portfolio Value to $9.6 Million in 2024
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2:00:15In this week's episode, Sammy Gordon sits down with Peter Wandl: a seasoned property investor with grit, vision, and a serious track record. With a $9.6 million portfolio across 11 properties and $5 million in equity, Peter’s journey is the epitome of hustle, resilience, and smart strategy. From fixing up toys on weekends as a kid to navigating the…
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Aussie Housing Construction Stalls as Migration Rebounds + House Prices Climb for 9th Straight Quarter
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13:42Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#306: How to Increase Borrowing Power - How Kids, Rate Cuts and Variable Income Impact Property Buying Potential, Equity Access & Refinance
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53:22Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM In this episode, Cate and Dave dive into how life circumstances and interest rate changes directly impact borrowing capacity when borrowers are applying for a mortgage. Whether…
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Breaking Free from Fear: Overcoming the Mental Barriers to Investing at Every Level
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47:42In this week’s episode, Sam Gordon is joined by Jimmy Ibrahim to take a deep dive into the power of mindset and overcoming fear in investing. Facing fear head-on, they discuss how becoming educated and surrounding yourself with the right circle of influence can propel you toward success in the property world. Whether you're just starting out or loo…
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Why Australia’s Infrastructure Boom is F*cking the Housing Market with Liam Correy
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25:25Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon and Liam Correy, as they break down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with their expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in a…
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Ep. 285: The Whirlwind Perth Market and Where To From Here With Janine Leafe
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35:56In this week’s episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes Perth-based Senior Mortgage Broker, Janine Leafe, to dissect the city's booming property market. With Perth experiencing a 19% price surge in 2024, they explore the drivers behind this rapid growth and what lies ahead.…
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#305: Market Update Mar 25 – Darwin Leads Growth, Melbourne Posts Another Increase & Interest Rate Uncertainty Amid Global Tariff Concerns
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52:25Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM This week, Mike and Cate tackle the data! Nationally, median dwelling values have strengthened, recording 0.4% for the month. But it is Darwin who's stolen the show with a full…
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The 10 Key Pillars to Building a 100+ Property Portfolio
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1:18:31This week, Sam Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim break down the 10 key pillars to building a 100+ property portfolio. Whether your goal is 10 properties or 100, the fundamental principles remain the same. From developing an unstoppable mindset and assembling a power team to mastering leverage, scaling with debt recycling, and treating your portfolio like a …
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What I Would Do if I Was The Federal Housing Minister + Australian Population Update 2025
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11:06Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#304: How to Increase Borrowing Capacity - Strategies to Maximise Your Property Budget, Refinance, Access Equity & Grow Wealth
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42:15Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM In this episode, Cate and Dave dive into a topic that’s top of mind for many aspiring homeowners and investors—how to increase borrowing capacity. Whether you’re buying your fi…
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How to Successfully Invest with Your Partner!
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53:13In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim are joined by Morgan Holmes, Luke Teeuwsen, Brendan Geoghegan and Bailey Holmes for a deep dive into how to invest with a partner. Our guests share their unique experiences, the key factors behind their success, and practical tips for those looking to invest as a team (or separately). Whether you…
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Is Perth Priming for Another BOOM + Adelaide Moves into Most Affordable Capital City for What?
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11:57Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#303: Avoiding Property Investment Traps - Off-the-Plan Risks, Market Timing & Spotting Property Spruikers
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46:49Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Dave hosts this episode with Sarah's great listener question. Sarah writes in; "Melbourne will need to turn around at some point after underperforming. With this, there’s been …
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This week, Sam and Jimmy sit down with APS heavyweights Brendan Geoghegan (Discovery Call Strategist + Head of Education at SOP) and Luke Teeuwsen (Head of Strategy) to break down the biggest mistakes that can cripple your property portfolio. From the dangers of having no strategy — or worse, the wrong strategy OR changing course halfway through — …
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Ep.284: How Rohit Gehlot Built His Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio
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48:08In this inspiring episode, Mike dives deep into the incredible journey of Rohit, a property investor who moved to Australia from India in 2017 with just $7,000 and a dream. What followed was a bold leap into the unknown, a relentless pursuit of growth, and the building of a multimillion-dollar property portfolio—now spanning 11 properties worth ove…
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Breaking Down What The Federal Budget Means for Property Investors
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14:58Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#302: Can You Predict Property Market Recoveries? Property Cycles & Mean Reversion – Is Melbourne A Hidden Opportunity or a Risky Bet?
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46:08Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM In this episode of the Property Trio, Dave, Cate and Mike delve into the concept of mean reversion in property investment, particularly focusing on the Melbourne market. If a m…
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Building a 30 Property Portfolio during COVID - Sam Gordon’s Next Portfolio Instalment
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1:36:04Sam Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim are back in the studio for a long awaited portfolio breakdown, covering Sam’s journey from property 19 to 30. They revisit how he built his portfolio from the ground up, the beginnings of Australian Property Scout, and the impact of COVID on the housing market (and the opportunities that presented themselves to those wh…
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Inflation Warning after Cyclone Alfred Blows $1.2B Hole in Budget + “The Toughest Rental Conditions in 18 Years"
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14:21Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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Ep.283: Navigating the Changing Landscape of Property Investment, with Julian Khursigara
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39:11In this episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes Julian from Search Party Property to discuss the evolving property investment landscape in Australia. They explore the rapid rise of buyer’s agents, emerging market trends, and key strategies for investors to navigate 2025 successfully.…
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#301: Market Update Feb 25 – Melbourne Takes the Lead in Value Growth, Upper Quartile Drives Recovery and Buyer Sentiment Rises
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49:18Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM This week, Dave and Cate enjoy sharing the Monthly Market Update while Mike is cycling through Thailand for a very special charity ride. The duo unpack the February indices....…
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Mythbusting #5: You Can't Buy Below Market Value
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48:37In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim are joined in the studio by APS Senior Buyers Agents Morgan Holmes and Jason Titus. They tackle whether you can indeed still buy below market value OR NOT. They discuss what it really means and how to identify true market value. Sam and the team explore whether retail investors can still secure t…
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What Makes a Housing Market Boom + How Melbourne Became the Cheapest Housing Market
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5:40Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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#300: A Deep Dive into Market Movements Over 6 Years & 300 Episodes - How This Compares to the Last Decade & What Lies Ahead
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54:44Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Dave hosts our 300th show today, and it's a particularly special episode because we commemorate Mike's 100th episode in the Trio. What's changed in the data, the economy and th…
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How to Build Passive Income and Minimise Risk Through Property Investment
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28:18Lloyd takes us on his journey from humble beginnings to the successful property guru he is today. Teaching is still his passion, and he uses his love for it to help aspiring property owners get started and come out on top. Armando asks Lloyd the questions you'd want to know as a listener. Lloyd is as authentic as they come—no fluff, just the real d…
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Has the Australian Property Market Started Another Bull Run?
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34:01In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim are in the studio to break down the impact of this long-awaited rate cut, whether it’s enough to shake up the property market, and what changes it could bring along with it. They also dive into the likelihood of further cuts, and what this shift means for rents, active investors, and those lookin…
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Women Under-Represented in Investing + Cost of Living Pressures Derail What?!
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13:55Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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Ep.282: An Investor’s Guide to Residential and Commercial Investing, with Brendan Colley
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46:34In this week’s episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock takes a slightly different approach, welcoming successful investor and podcast listener Brendan Colley to the conversation. With a strong background in accounting and finance, along with a proven track record in property investment, Brendan shares a unique perspective and v…
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#299: Maximising Wealth in Retirement – When to Divest Properties and Retire Debt to Achieve Lasting Financial Security
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31:18Got a question for the trio? https://forms.zohopublic.com/propertyplanningaustralia/form/GotaquestionforthePropertyTrio/formperma/zYCQAxzE_24CVlDafP1ozyzwtmB-8m1iCNtCTgDvHXM Cate hosts today's show and she opens the conversation Kim's listener question as follows. "I would love to hear more about what to do with property portfolios for those nearin…
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Q&A #18: Sammy Fires Up Over Debt Reduction, Granny Flats and Where to From Here with Cash Flow in 2025?!
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51:11In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim are joined by APS Strategist and Property Economist Luke Teeuwsen for another jam-packed Q&A session. Sammy is fired up and ready to tackle some big questions around debt reduction, granny flats, and the ever-evolving cash flow landscape in 2025. We’ll break down the pros and cons of pre-fab gran…
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Ep.281: A Beginner’s Guide to Investing in Melbourne, with Dawn Fouhy
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32:57In this week’s episode of the Geared for Growth podcast, host Mike Mortlock welcomes back Dawn Fouhy, Director of Future Proof Property Advisory, to explore the Melbourne property market and assess its potential as Australia’s next investment hotspot.
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The Mortgage Wars Begin + Nearly 40% of Australian Property Buyers Experience This One Thing
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8:48Welcome back to the APS News Bulletin, your source for the latest updates and insights from the Australian property market. Join Sammy Gordon, as he breaks down this week's most pressing updates and announcements along with his expert analysis to keep you informed and on top of news. If you enjoyed this episode, please write in and let us know! If …
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