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Property Investory is a podcast bringing you the latest stories, life experiences and case studies from Australia’s most innovative people. Your host Tyrone Shum will begin to explore the daily lives, influences, and worst and best moments of his guests. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced investor, this podcast will bring you the latest stories, strategies, and case studies from Australia’s most innovative property experts such as Jan Somers, Steve McKnight, Cherie Barber, Margaret Lomas, John L Fitzgerald, Jane Slack-Smith, Chris Gray, John Lindeman and many others. Your host Tyrone Shum will begin to explore the daily lives, influences, and worst and best property investing moments of his guests. Then in a future podcast, you’ll be led step-by-step through each property investors’ unique strategy to success. Tune in at home or on the go via iTunes, Stitcher, Google Play or through https://propertyinvestory.com/podcasts/ See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Simon Loo and the Boom: Making $200,000+ in 7 Months With 1 Property
Simon Loo is the founder and director of buyers agency House Finder, and is a buyer’s agent himself. His property portfolio is now worth over $11 million, with $6 million in equity, affording him the ultimate goal of financial freedom. He has a wealth of knowledge to share about property investment in general, with a current focus on southeast Queensland.Join us as we discuss the urban sprawl across the country, particularly in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. Traveling around Australia’s third biggest city and just slightly down the road, he delves into details that may surprise you, featuring ‘ugly duckling’ suburbs that are now swanning around the property market pond. If you thought you had missed the boom— it’s time to think again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:0620/01/2022
Jumping Into Alternative Strategies: Is It All About the Timing?
Salena Kulkarni is an Amazon bestselling author, a chartered accountant, property strategist, and founder of Freedom Warrior. This program helps business owners create consistent income and assists in achieving them their financial freedom. She has been a keen property investor for over 20 years and is passionate about helping others reach— and exceed— their financial goals.In this episode Kulkarni explains how the wealth building game is much like the seasons of the year, and how while you may experience showers, it produces well-flowering gardens by the end. Along with one of her classic case studies, she reveals why when you’re in the springtime of growing your investment garden, it’s important not to put all of your about-to-hatch eggs in one basket. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27:0610/01/2022
How To Avoid The Dangerous Rise of FOMO Investing with Aaron Bassin
We return to our conversation with TechLend CEO Aaron Bassin. We discuss some of the best and worst investment strategies he’s witnessed during his career in the financial sector and how you can discern for yourself. Bassin tells us some of the personal habits that have set him up for financial success and how investing time in people reaps greater rewards than money. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:5306/01/2022
Bridging Finance: Why The Banks Can’t Help You
We sit down with CEO of new Aussie FinTech TechLend Aaron Bassin. He shares the real reason he started his business and why the lending market isn’t as competitive as you might think. We hear about his unique journey within the world of property finance as a first generation Australian and how he raised $500 million worth of business capital at only 27. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:2103/01/2022
Simon Loo on How You Can Buy Big Even in a Sizzling Seller’s Market
Simon Loo is the founder and director of buyers agency House Finder, and is a buyer’s agent himself. His property portfolio is now worth over $11 million, with $6 million in equity, affording him the ultimate goal of financial freedom. He has a wealth of knowledge to share about property investment in general, and now his accomplishments include.As markets across Australia favoured sellers throughout the pandemic, buyers can be forgiven for thinking snapping up a deal is like finding a needle in a haystack. Loo shares how this isn’t the case at all, and delves into the story of a happy client who scored a $450,000 property for a much smaller figure, proving that sometimes all it takes is a little digging. While sellers celebrated during 2020 and 2021, they certainly weren’t the only ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:3727/12/2021
Investing Unseen: The Best Kept Secret From a Property Investing Expert
We’re back with Pulkit Gupta, the Managing Director of Consulting by PK and the owner of 10+ properties. In this episode, he delves into the function of his data methods and shares one of his top tips: that you can invest in an unseen property. As well as this, Gupta explores the importance of taking care of your mental health, which he does by practicing meditation and yoga. He discusses his meditation habits and explains why he attributes them to his success and how they could be beneficial to you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:2823/12/2021
How a Career Change Led to Him Owning 10+ Investment Properties
Pulkit Gupta is the Managing Director of Consulting by PK. From a young age, Gupta was determined to have a career in investment banking. After 10+ years in the field, he made the brave decision to change careers and jump into property investment. Using skills and experiences from his time as an investment banker, Gupta developed data methods which assist him to safely invest in properties. He and his wife now own nine residential and two commercial properties. Today, he is using these data methods to help others achieve their property investment goals. In this episode, we hear about Gupta’s upbringing and why he wanted a high paying career, why he invested in his first property and the investment property that taught him a valuable lesson. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
19:2720/12/2021
Taking Confidence From A COVID Crisis With Peter Koulizos
The conversation continues with property lecturer and development guru Peter Koulizos on this episode of Property Investory. Riding the rollercoaster of COVID like the rest of us, Koulizos provides insight into capitalising from a surging property market regardless of your situation. He predicts what the next two years will look like based on economic principles and outlines how these basic principles stand the test of time. Koulizos shares the most overlooked development strategies for beginner investors as well as some family wisdom on investing in home improvement. Learn how Peter has grown since taking his first leap of faith into property and why you should too! Join us on this insightful episode of Property Investory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:4016/12/2021
Apply Life’s Lessons To Your Property Portfolio With Peter Koulizos
Lifelong educator and property developer Peter Koulizos joins us on this episode of Property Investory. Koulizos guides us through the diverse experiences of his investment journey and how his decisions have been shaped by his love of learning. A specialist in property valuation and program director for the University of Adelaide’s Master of Property, not only is Koulizos versed in theory, he also has experienced the realities and challenges of the everyday property investor. Learn how Peter has succeeded and grown in confidence over his property investment journey and how you can too. Join us on this insightful episode of Property Investory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
20:4513/12/2021
From Developing With No Money to $1B Worth of Projects in 30 Years
If there’s a name that’s synonymous with Australian property development, it’s Bob Andersen. And for good reason: The co-author of Residential Real Estate Development: A Practical Guide for Beginners to Experts has been involved in over $1B of projects— yes, with a ‘B’— since his burst onto the development scene over 30 years ago. In addition to having personally developed 2822 properties, in the last decade he’s also thrown his hat into the ring to teach over 2,500 budding developers how to do the same.In this episode Andersen divulges his personal and professional stories, ranging from his athletic childhood in sunny Brisbane to the depths of despair on one tired night. The regular contributor to magazines such as Australian Property Investor and Your Property Investment describes every step along the way before and after that fateful night, including the chance meeting with a client-turned-mentor that catapulted him to where he is today.Despite the bumps in the road, Andersen has emerged triumphantly every time to build the empire he thought impossible. He delves into how having passion for what you do really does make all the difference— not just to your happiness but also to the overall trajectory of your life. Even with less than 5 cents to your name, Andersen is proof sometimes all it takes is one person to see that spark within you to get that entrepreneurial fire blazing. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:2809/12/2021
Turning the Tables: The Lively Tale of Tyrone Shum’s Property Journey
His is a name you’ve come to know and love over the years. Property Investory’s very own Tyrone Shum is the focus of today’s special episode, as he finds himself in the hot seat for a change! In this Strategy Session Tyrone is interviewed by another property figure whose name you’ll recognise, Freedom Warrior Salena Kulkarni herself.In this episode Shum allows the listeners to take a peek behind the curtain into his childhood and property investment journey. Wonder no more as he shares his familial influences, how he became interested in property, and how he applied that interest to become the property podcast host with the most! From picking up soil to picking up properties, you’ll hear what started it all and what he’s learnt along the way. Kulkarni also shares her insights along the way, as the dream team breaks down his path to success. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
49:4206/12/2021
How Siva Raj Conquered Challenge After Challenge to Come Out on Top
We’re back with Mantra Wealth’s Siva Raj. In this episode we delve into the nuts and bolts of his property investment strategy, which he has tweaked over the years to become the vehicle of his success today. From jumping head first onto sloping blocks to recirculating equity and all the pieces in between, he’s been through it all and emerged triumphantly on the other side. We’ll also hear his answer to the classic conundrum: What do I do with all of these properties?! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:1502/12/2021
Siva Raj’s Escape to Sydney and Rise to Subdivision Superstardom
About 30 years ago, Siva Raj and his family fled their war-torn country of Sri Lanka with only the things they could carry. This experience made him determined to succeed in life and investing in property has paved that journey. He started investing in property as a hobby while he was still in university. This hobby quickly turned into the profession of property development and investment.In this episode, Raj shares the challenges he went through adapting to life in Australia, and how they only added to his resilience and drive to succeed. We’ll hear about the first property he scrambled to purchase and what he needed to give up to do so. While it was something the average university student may not be able to give up, Raj’s past experiences meant he would have done it 10 times over to thank his parents for all they sacrificed. While it certainly wasn’t an easy journey, it led him to reap the many rewards he enjoys today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:1229/11/2021
Josh Rockingham on Making $6.8M in Equity By Living on the Edge
We’re back with Inphase Electrical Group’s Josh Rockingham, and we’re joined by his broker-turned-friend, Kimberly Linder. In this episode we discover the approach he takes to seize opportunities, which may not be the most recommended method, but the dream team always turns it into gold. With the help of Linder and her husband, Rockingham gives credit where credit is due, while recognising the great strengths within himself he never knew he had. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27:4725/11/2021
How This Electrician Sparked a $1.7M Uplift in Under 3 Years
Josh Rockingham wears many hats— electrician, husband, and father are just the beginning. Although his foray into property investment is still a fairly recent venture, it’s poised to be just one of his many great successes. 2018 saw Rockingham and his unsuspecting brother take a leap of faith that certainly paid off, to the tune of over $6.8M in equity!In this episode we hear all about how one piece of advice from a fellow tradie sparked just the fire he needed. He delves into the several career options he considered and how the path he’s on now is the one that brings him the most fulfilment. No matter what he does, or what anybody else says, he dives in with everything he has. It really goes to show, sometimes parents really don’t know best! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:4822/11/2021
How to Reap $1 Million Uplift in 1 Year Without Lifting A Finger
We’re back with Phillip King, owner of 53 commercial properties and author of Engines of Wealth. In this episode he delves into how no matter your financials, just one commercial property can propel you into financial freedom. He shares the story of his favourite tenant of all time, followed by a list of tenants he loves to rent to— if you’re a business owner, you may find you’re on that list! Not a business owner? No worries, you can be sooner than you think. If you’ve wondered if it’s possible to build $30,000 a year in equity before you even wake up for work, this is the episode for you! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
39:1518/11/2021
53 Reasons Phillip King Picked Retail Shops Over Residential Properties
Phillip King has $30 million worth of reasons he’s the Sutherland Shire’s king of commercial real estate. Aftera 30+ year career at IBM Australia, where he was one of the first mobile phone owners and worked with computers as big as living rooms, he thought it was time for retirement. He was wrong.Harnessing 3 decades of commercial investment thanks to his childhood chats with his Uncle Joe, King realised his calling and jumped at the chance. Now with 53 commercial properties of his own and a database of 350 clients, he’s living the career of his dreams.In this episode King delves into what it was like to grow up in God’s country, where his childhood revolved around sport and definitely not around writing books! The author of Engines of Wealth: Commercial Retail Shops describes how and why he got involved in commercial property investing, and why residential property just wasn’t the fit for him. Plus, millennials rejoice: we hear how you can have your avocado toast and flat whites and save for a house deposit, using just one spiralling method! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
40:2115/11/2021
Ashish Malhotra on Making $670,000 With No Money Down
We’re back with buyer’s agent and passionate property man Ashish Malhotra. In this episode we dive into the nitty-gritty of all the numbers, whether they be prices or square metres— when he says he never forgets a number, he means it! He takes us on a trip around Victoria’s peninsulas, and dives into why even in this sea-change, work-from-home world, he can’t see himself buying in picturesque Uluru anytime soon! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:3911/11/2021
How to Use House Prices to Propel Your Portfolio to $3.5M
Ashish Malhotra is a buyer’s agent who arrived in Australia from India less than a decade ago. After landing here at the tail end of 2014, he bought his first Australian property sight unseen— and once his sights were set, he never looked back. With each investment performing better than the last, it’s safe to say Australia really is the lucky country.In this episode Malhotra shares stories of growing up in his clean and green city near the Pakistan border, where his childhood was never boring. He delves into how he became an entrepreneur without even realising it— and how despite some embarrassments along the way, he learnt a lot of lessons on his metaphorical and physical journeys. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:5908/11/2021
Matt Raad - How to Quit the 9-5 and Strike it Rich in the Digital Goldfields
Matt Raad is a website investment guru, Angel Investor, and mentor who, along with his wife Liz, runs eBusiness Institute. For over 20 years they’ve been assisting everyday people buy and sell bricks and mortar businesses. In the last 10 years they have made waves in the business website market by buying, renovating, and selling websites and businesses valued up to $20M. If you thought flipping to sell was just for property, have we got some news for you!In this episode Raad shares John’s story. John was in a senior corporate role that had slowly eaten away at his enthusiasm for his job, and he felt unfulfillment creeping in. After trying his hand at property, he encountered one too many roadblocks and realised that wasn’t the path he wanted to take either. Enter The eBusiness Institute! Raad delves into John’s career 180 degree turn, which did the same number on his attitude and approach to life. You may think his salary suffered as a compromise, but just wait until you find out the reality of the virtual world! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27:1904/11/2021
Alternatively: Salena Kulkarni’s No-Floundering Formula to Freedom
Salena Kulkarni is an Amazon bestselling author, a chartered accountant, property strategist, and founder of Freedom Warrior. This program helps business owners create consistent income and assists in achieving them their financial freedom. She has been a keen property investor for over 20 years and is passionate about helping others reach— and exceed— their financial goals.In this episode we tackle part two of Kulkarni’s Five Year Freedom Formula. We dive deeper into what your plan should entail when you know the deals you’re after— and what your plan shouldn’t be. She reveals the questions investors need to ask themselves when dealing with alternative strategies, and the point in where they often flounder and let their plans fall to the wayside. Don’t let it happen to you, and remember: this is a no stopping zone! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24:2001/11/2021
Riding the Central Coast’s Pumping Property Wave With Matt Sharp
We’re back with founder and Director of Sharp Property Buyers, Matt Sharp. In this episode he shares the way COVID-19 has impacted the Central Coast, with its stunning beaches and quaint towns being in such close proximity to Sydney. The area may even gain a certain new resident someday soon! We delve into his plans for the future, property-wise and personally, and find out what’s next for his ever-growing portfolio. You may think he plans on levelling up— and while that’s on the cards, there’s some adventurous downsizing possibilities on the horizon too. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25:3428/10/2021
How $100 a Week Bought Matt Sharp His First Property at 24
Matt is the founder and Director of Sharp Property Buyers. Raised on the NSW Central Coast, he has been passionate about the property market from a young age. After purchasing his first property ten years ago, Matt has continued to build a robust property portfolio both locally and across Australia. Matt’s experience and local market knowledge sets him apart from the rest, he knows every inch, corner and crevice of the Central Coast. Matt is a proud member of PIPA, and a QPIA.In this episode we hear about his passion for the Central Coast and how no matter where he roams, the waves bring him right back home. He shares his idyllic childhood and the NRL dreams he entertained before landing in the corporate world, which opened his eyes to an entirely different way of life. We’ll also hear how rugby league influenced the way he runs his business now, and the family investment he spearheaded from a young age, catapulting him into the career of his dreams. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:0225/10/2021
Cameraman Turned Infamous Developer, How Did He Do It?
Jason-John Byron has had one interesting life. From growing up in the Northern Beaches, to being a famous DJ, he’s had a plethora of exciting life experiences. Now working as a property developer, he shares his tips and ticks to how a regular guy like him made it big in the property world, and how you can do it to! Join us as we hear about the fate-strucken moment that got him into property, as well as the property that made him his biggest profit yet - which he says all comes from his strategy. We also learn about his mindset and his development strategy. All that and more on this episode of property Investory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:03:4021/10/2021
From The Farm To 18 Properties Now with Sam Gordon
Meet Sam Gordon, the successful property investor and owner of Australian Property Scout. With 18 properties now, accumulated over the last 10 years, Gordon has been able to build a very impressive and successful property portfolio worth up to $5 million. At a young age he was on the verge of achieving his dreams of becoming a successful soccer player. Then was working on his family’s farm before becoming a buyer’s agent. Join us as we delve into Sam Gordon’s property investing journey as we talk about his upbringing on his family’s farm, his passion for soccer and what hindered him from further pursuing that dream, the moment that changed his career path, the incredible story about his first property purchase and much more on another exciting installment of Property Investory! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
48:0718/10/2021
Communication is Key: John Russell’s Unique Approach to Success
We’re back with John Russell, Head of Property at National Property Advisory. In this episode he gives an overview of the unexpected compliments he’s received in his role, and the mind-altering comment by a client that was more about what he didn’t do that meant so much to him. He’ll share what led him to pursue property over other investment options, why it pays to listen to your parents, and the importance of clear and concise communication. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24:1314/10/2021
John Russell on Surviving it All To Turn $20M Into $100M at 23
John Russell is the Head of Property at National Property Advisory, and an inspiration for more reasons than one. After conquering several health battles in his young life, he dusted himself off and sprung into action, running a $200,000 daily cash flow at just 23 years old. From there, he realised his passion for property and grabbed it with both hands, not wasting one second in pursuing his dream.In this episode we’ll hear about his childhood and growing up in Brisbane, where he then studied accounting at university. He delves into his time at a well-known trampoline company and the prestigious graduate program that helped him realise his true calling. We’ll also find out about the one night that changed everything for him, and led him to where he is today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
31:0111/10/2021
How to Make a 400% Increase on Your Investment With Matt Raad
Matt Raad is a website investment guru, Angel Investor, and mentor who, along with his wife Liz, runs eBusiness Institute. For over 20 years they’ve been assisting everyday people buy and sell bricks and mortar businesses. In the last 10 years they have made waves in the business website market by buying, renovating, and selling websites and businesses valued up to $20M. If you thought flipping to sell was just for property, have we got some news for you!Today he shares his client Lisa’s inspiring tale. He delves into how this stay at home mum wanted to capitalise on the increasing web asset profit market without sacrificing quality time with her children. We’ll hear how she did it and what steps she needed to take to achieve— and exceed— her goals. In addition to sharing Lisa’s steps to success, Raad reveals the similarities and differences between flipping houses and websites, and you won’t want to miss how much one of his clients sold a $2,000 website for! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:3407/10/2021
Formulate Your Path to Financial Freedom With Salena Kulkarni
Salena Kulkarni is an Amazon bestselling author, a chartered accountant, property strategist, and founder of Freedom Warrior. This program helps business owners create consistent income and assists in achieving them their financial freedom. She has been a keen property investor for over 20 years and is passionate about helping others reach— and exceed— their financial goals.Join us in this episode of Property Investory as we discuss Kulkarni’s Five Year Freedom Formula.Many investors find themselves time-poor and therefore think they need to dedicate time and energy they don’t have into their wealth creation— but not anymore! She’ll delve into the one thing that makes all the difference between getting an epic or a mediocre result, and how her program helps investors to focus on the bigger picture. If you’ve ever gotten caught up in FOMO, or felt you weren’t as in control of your investment journey as you would like, this is the episode— and the formula— for you. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
27:4404/10/2021
Steve McKnight: From Middle Class Melbourne to 130 Properties in 3.5 years
Steve McKnight is a professionally trained accountant turned property investor whose tenants include the everyday Aussie to the likes of the 44th President of the United States, Barack Obama himself! He’s also one of Australia’s most successful real estate authors, penning #1 bestselling books like From 0 to 130 Properties in 3.5 Years and its follow up, From 0 to 260+ Properties in 7 years. His opinions on real estate and finance are regularly sought-after throughout Australia and internationally, making him hot property all of his own.Join us on this episode where you’ll hear how he went from a self-confessed socially awkward kid who was discouraged from doing VCE maths, to being unable to hold a job, to the highly regarded property investor he is today. You’ll learn all about the seminar that changed everything, and hear some fascinating stories involving critters, the house a real estate agent refused to step into, and the horrors of short-sleeved shirts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
57:5230/09/2021
Terry Ryder: The Property Market Private Investigator
Terry Ryder is the creator and founder of hotspotting.com.au, Australia’s premier property hotspot locator. While the company and its website has been around since 2006, Ryder has essentially been working in the hotspotting industry since the early 1980s. He moved to Australia from New Zealand in the ‘70s to play rugby and planned to stay for a year. After quickly— and reluctantly— landing a job in property journalism, he discovered he loved it and 40 years later, he’s still here! In this episode we’ll hear about all the steps that led him to where he is today, starting from that ‘working holiday’ he’s technically still on! After knowing no more than ‘it’s about houses and stuff’, he now can sniff out a property hotspot with the faintest change of wind. He shares some fascinating tales of the newspaper industry in the ‘80s and how he managed to find so much information, even without the Internet (or even Encarta 95)! We’ll also hear his tips for picking a potential hotspot, and the characteristics of properties he looks for in those areas. Plus, you may think he has learnt all the lessons there are, but just wait until you find out the one he’s learnt more than once! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55:0327/09/2021
How Luke Moroney Bought 15 Properties in 18 Months
Luke Moroney is back to share his expert knowledge with our audience. In this tell all episode Moroney explains how he accumulated 15 properties in 18 months, totalling $8 Million in equity. He also tells the tale of the time a property he bought in Melbourne drew statewide attention, and how he proved everyone wrong with growth of $190,000. He also shares the secret behind his strategy and why it’s important to have both manufactured equity and capital growth in your portfolio. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
34:4223/09/2021
Mistakes To Avoid When Buying Your First Property With Luke Moroney
Buyers agent and owner of Search Party Property, Luke Moroney joins us on this episode of Property Investory. Moroney takes us on a journey as he explains how he simultaneously traveled the world and worked, and how he had to adjust to a different lifestyle upon his return. Moroney is not only well-versed in vacations, but he’s also a property expert, with 27 properties in his portfolio. Learn from the best as he explains the mistakes he made on his first property, and how you can avoid making those same mistakes. Join us on this insightful episode of Property Investory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:4820/09/2021
Harry Charalambous Made $425,000 With a DA Application & You Can Too
Harry Charalambous joins us in this tell-all episode of Property Investory. Join us as the self-made millionaire explains how he grew up making fish and chips in the inner-west of sydney, and how his life changed forever when he bought his first property at 18. We also discuss his genius strategy that made him $425,000 without having to build or buy anything, and how you can apply the same strategy. We explore the secret behind his success, and the mindset that kept him moving when he lost $115,000. This is an episode you don't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:03:2616/09/2021
How Ricky Phoon Went From 0 Property Knowledge to $140M in 8 Years
We’re back with BEKL’s Ricky Phoon. Rapidly expanding his portfolio, he is now responsible for BEKL’s financial and technical operations and is highly regarded for his negotiation and networking skills. BEKL now have three projects currently operating or under construction, having recently announced its partnership with IHG on new development, voco South Melbourne, slated to open in 2023.It may surprise you to find out that Phoon didn’t grow up around development, or even plan to work in this area— what he studied at uni had no relation to building or architecture, but he found a way to connect it all together! In this episode you’ll hear about Phoon’s fateful trip where the intention was to buy a bottle of wine but he ended up walking away with more than he intended— and no, it wasn’t a hangover! He delves into his eventful experiences building and developing purpose built student accommodation and explains how it’s different to typical uni accommodation, and tells a tale of when the circus came to town, except the circus was a brigade of builders, and town was his development. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:4509/09/2021
How to Party Your Way to Pandemic-Proof Success With Ricky Phoon
Ricky Phoon is a daring developer and runs Melbourne-based company BEKL. With a depth of experience in finance, negotiation, development management and acquisitions, Phoon’s experience has been instrumental in the delivery of a number of complex and high-end luxury projects, including a $25 million luxury mansion in Toorak, a $40 million luxury apartment in Hawthorn and the management of a $70 million lifestyle hotel development in Carlton.Join us on this episode as we discuss how 2020 slapped him in the face, but he has invigorating plans to get him back on his feet— the social butterfly isn’t going to let a pandemic keep his business from taking flight! We’ll talk about his laser-sharp focus on the student accommodation market and his determined plans to get it to snap back. We also delve into his entrepreneurial family’s life in Hong Kong, where the property market is a rapid roller-coaster but occasionally lets you off to do some shopping... followed by some more shopping. Plus, hear how one of his early businesses bubbled over as he took off like a shot before learning to walk! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
24:5206/09/2021
Start Talking Now: Intergenerational Wealth With Salena Kulkarni
Salena Kulkarni is an Amazon bestselling author, a chartered accountant, property strategist, and founder of Freedom Warrior. This program helps business owners create consistent income and assists in achieving them their financial freedom. She has been a keen property investor for over 20 years and is passionate about helping others reach— and exceed— their financial goals.In this episode we discuss intergenerational wealth and what plans you can make for your funds and your properties for when you’re no longer around. We’ll talk about intergenerational wealth and how you can best help your kids— and their kids— with the property you have today, without fostering entitlement. Kulkarni also gives some ideas on how to support your adult children to make their move onto the property ladder for themselves, and tells some stories she’s witnessed in her time of people coming into sizable estates and not knowing where to go from there. She’s seen more than a few people make mistakes when it comes to inheritance, and we don’t want you to become one of those stories! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
33:5602/09/2021
How Buying a Property With His Parents Made Michael Yardney $2 Million
Michael Yardney is the founder and CEO of Metropole Property Strategists, and has been voted Australia's leading property investment advisor four times in the last six years. He is also one of Australia’s 50 most influential Thought Leaders and a five-time bestselling author. He bought his first property as a joint venture with his parents when he was just 21 years old and didn’t know what he was doing— but he soon learnt, and now that $18,000 property is worth $2 million! Join us on this episode of Property Investory where you’ll hear Yardney talk about his experience of growing up in a low-income migrant family amongst his wealthy peers, and how this motivated him to get involved in real estate. You’ll hear his tried and tested ‘what not to do’ stories, including making sure you do your due diligence when investing in a goldmine, and always ventilating the space you’re painting in! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
55:0930/08/2021
Savvy Fundamentals of Tax and Trusts With Shukri Barbara
We’re back with Property Tax Specialists founder Shukri Barbara. In this episode we delve into how his father introduced him to the concept of family trusts, which propelled him into the property space. He divulges how the relationships he has with his clients and other people in his industry are of the utmost importance, next to those with his family, of course! He discusses his plans to leave a legacy for his children, the effect timing has on tax, and the property gurus he takes his inspiration from. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:0526/08/2021
Shukri Barbara: From $4,000 a Year to Dominating the Property Tax World
Shukri Barbara is the founder and principal advisor at Property Tax Specialists, and with 100% of his reviews on Google being 5 stars, it’s safe to say he’s great at what he does! Barbara immigrated to Australia from Sudan with his family when he was 13 years old, and after studying commerce and marketing at university— and impressing his professors so much they became his clients!— he is now a CPA with over 30 years of experience in tax and accounting.Join us on this episode as we discuss his childhood in Sudan and how he adjusted to life in Australia, at an age that is turbulent enough as it is. He tells us about the best thing that ever happened to him at a time in his career when he didn’t even know what an invoice was, the practice he started with no brains but a lot of balls, and how an ad he saw in 2000 changed everything for him. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:3823/08/2021
Everything You Need To Know About Joint Ventures
In this jam-packed, tell-all episode of property investory, we speak to foreign investor Salena Kulkarni. Kulkarni and Tyrone teach our listeners everything they need to know about joint ventures in Australia and America. Kulkarni also unveils the secrets about investing in America that will change your preconceived notions about the international market forever. They also discuss the important things to remember about Joint ventures, and the red flags to look out for in a JV partner. All that and more on this episode of property Investory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
35:3216/08/2021
How To Turn an Unfinished Mansion Into a Myriad of Money
Alan Castorina is a hard working property developer who averages 6-8 properties a year. He started his own business from the ground up with no prior property experience. Join us as we continue to discuss the strategies behind his success, as well as his mindset that will inspire you to pursue financial freedom. We also hear how he turned an unfinished mansion into over $150,000 in profit. All that and more on this episode of Property Investory. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
28:4012/08/2021
From Operator to Developer: How You Can Do It With Alan Castorina
Alan Castorina is somewhat a jack of all trades. Starting off his professional career as a pilot, he flew all over Australia. He then moved to a sugar mill, and then operating machinery. Eventually he found his way to property development, and once he started he couldnt stop. He built his business from the ground up and managed to buy 10 properties in six years.Join us as he talks about his first property that he bought in Lakemba, and how he continued to build his legacy from there. We also dive into his childhood, and what growing up in a small town like Ingham was like. All that and more on this episode of property investory Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
32:4909/08/2021
Learning How To Leverage Opportunity With Amir Ishak
Amir Ishak is back to talk about mindset, strategy and resources he’s used along the way. We hear how he worked his way from a little office job to a corporate level in Australia, and then how he started his own business. We also hear about the importance of opportunity and how your mindset can greatly impact the opportunities you give yourself. He takes us yet again on an adventure, but this time through his experiences in Auctions, work and family. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
21:2505/08/2021
How Hindsight could have Saved Amir Ishak Millions
Amir Ishak is a well travelled property tax expert. In this episode he takes us on a journey through the Middle East and Europe. Explore the new and exciting atmosphere and lifestyle of Dubai, as Ishak explains what life and the property market is like there. He also talks fondly of his time in the UK, and the US, teaching our audience how he managed to travel with only $500. We then discuss the lowest point in his property ventures, when he lost 50% of his assets and was waking up in a panic every night, and the moment he decided to move to Australia. Join us on this exciting adventure with Amir Ishak. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
30:5502/08/2021
The Best Property Advice You’ll Ever Receive: With Real Estate Millionaire Dymphna Boholt!
Dymphna Boholt is quite an amazing woman. Founder of the “I love realestate” community, she runs real estate education courses for up-coming investors. She also owns a few of her own real estate businesses that she manages on the side. However she wasn't always on top of the world as she is now. Join us as we follow Dymphna on her life journey as she describes the highest and lowest points in her life that shaped her into who she is today. She explains how she went from being a single mum who lost everything in a messy divorce, to completely replacing her 60 hour work week income with a passive real estate salary instead. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
01:02:4229/07/2021
Make the Best Out of Your Property Opportunities With Lesley Smith
Lesley Smith is back and better than ever with brand new tips and advice for our listeners. In this episode we explore how Smith generated $60,000 in profit while in the midst of a pandemic. She also discusses some of her worst investments, like the time her shares drop 50% in value. Additionally, Smith teaches us all about giving people the chance to say yes, and explains how it can save you thousands of dollars on your next investment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
25:4122/07/2021
The Lows and Highs of Property Development: With Lesley Smith
Lesley Smith is a property developer and finance officer living in the beautiful Sunshine Coast. Before Smith grew roots in Queensland, she was raised in Southampton, England. In this episode, we follow her life story from the streets of Southampton, through to her college education and finally to the life changing decision to move to Australia. Our listeners will hear how different the property world is in Australia compared to England, while also learning about Smith's first property investment. We also find out how she made a large profit on a development by seeing potential where other people wouldn't dare to. All that and more on this episode of Property Investory! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:1219/07/2021
How to Get 2 Years’ Rent Upfront in 3 Minutes With Godfrey Dinh
We’re back with Futurerent founder and CEO Godfrey Dinh. In this episode we’ll delve further into Futurerent’s practices, philosophies, and future plans. We’ll hear about the scariest time the company has faced and the epiphany behind the birth of Futurerent, and we dive into the numbers that allow you to access up to two years’ worth of rent upfront. And it’s not just future rent that Futurerent can help you access— Dinh shares a story featuring a client who used his funds to buy shares, and now they’re a Futurerent customer for life thanks to their decision! If you think you may not qualify, we have some good news for you! As a special treat for today’s listeners, head to futurerent.com.au or give Godfrey and his team a call on (02) 9358 1556 and mention you heard of Futurerent through this episode of Property Investory, and the team will give you a discount on any deal you may have in mind. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
29:3215/07/2021
How to Access That $170,000 You Have Tied Up in Equity With Godfrey Dinh
Godfrey Dinh is the founder and CEO of Futurerent, the groundbreaking fintech captivating property investors all over the country. He has been investing in Australia and internationally for over 15 years, and takes pride in helping landlords make the most of their money as soon as they can. Upon realising commercial investors could access 3 months up to a year's worth of their rent upfront but residential investors couldn’t, he jumped at the chance to revolutionise the industry.In this episode we’ll hear about Dinh buying his first property at a very young age, then realising he hadn’t accounted for all the possibilities that come with buying property after the initial purchase. We’ll find out what happened to that property in Ermington and what became of its dilapidated tennis courts, discover how he came up with the idea for Futurerent, and how he got it up and running after several years of run-ins with red tape. We’ll also unearth the nitty-gritty ins and outs of Futurerent and how it can provide you with the upfront funds you need, fast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
26:5912/07/2021