Property Investment Podcast Network

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, host Phil Tarrant sits down with Rob Le and Eva Loisance from Finni Mortgages to explore the growing role of self-managed super funds (SMSFs) in property investment.
The discussion opens on the current lending landscape, with debt-to-income (DTI) ratios potentially limiting borrowing, though Le notes the property market remains active as investors pursue pre-approvals via SMSFs, personal names, or trusts.
Loisance explains the mechanics of SMSF lending, including serviceability and liquidity tests that require a portion of the loan to remain in liquid assets post-settlement, though some lenders are more flexible.
The trio highlights key SMSF lenders, including Granite, BMM, AMP, RedZed, and Firstmac, noting their differing criteria and levels of conservatism.
Loisance and Le emphasise the importance of understanding serviceability versus DTI ratios to maximise borrowing potential.
They advise consulting financial planners and accountants to navigate contributions, liquidity requirements, and regulatory rules effectively.
Finally, while SMSFs offer a way to continue property investment and strategies like leasing commercial properties back to a business, professional guidance is essential to manage higher interest rates, loan-to-value (LVR) ratio limits, and compliance considerations.

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In this live episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, hosts Phil Tarrant and Liam Garman unpack the forces shaping Australia's property market: from global geopolitical tensions to tax reform, interest rate pressures, and new proposals from the Victorian government.
They discuss how real estate underpins the nation's economy and examine how events in the Middle East could ripple through supply chains, fuel security, and inflation – before exploring what this means for investment portfolios if interest rates rise further.
Tarrant and Garman also tackle proposed changes to capital gains tax and negative gearing, including suggestions from the member for Wentworth, Allegra Spender, highlighting the need for policy certainty and the protection of existing investments to maintain trust in the financial system.
Finally, they turn to industry reforms, including Victoria's proposed build and pest report requirements, and the potential impact on buyers as sellers could selectively present favourable reports.

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In this episode of The Pure Property Podcast, co-hosts Phil Tarrant and Paul Glossop explain how investors can pivot their strategies to navigate geopolitical and interest rate uncertainty in 2026.
They analyse the potential impact of changes to the capital gains tax (CGT) discount and discuss how investors can repivot and plan their portfolios strategically.
The hosts highlight how the proposed reforms could shift investor behaviour – encouraging longer-term holding rather than speculative buying and selling – which may increase rental pressure but is unlikely to improve overall housing affordability.
Tarrant's recent acquisition in a growth market illustrates this strategy in action. By targeting an emerging area and positioning for long-term capital growth, he shows that research, timing, and a clear plan are key to navigating uncertainty.
Glossop and Tarrant emphasise that while tax changes may be politically appealing, they do little to solve Australia's real housing challenge: a chronic shortage of new dwellings driven by slow approvals, strong migration, and shrinking household sizes.

In this episode of The Smart Property Investment Show, Dawn Fouhy from Future Proof Property Advisory joins host Liam Garman to unpack the art of the exit: reading market signals, timing sales, and planning profitable, strategic exits.
Fouhy stresses starting with the end in mind, explaining why a clear exit strategy drives sustainable growth and prevents costly mistakes. She warns against buying based on hype or anecdotes instead of a structured plan.
The conversation then explores how top investors stand out through disciplined portfolio management and letting go of properties that no longer fit their goals. She highlights an often overlooked lever to financial freedom – principal place of residence (PPOR) mortgage reduction.
Finally, the 2026 Real Estate Business Buyer's Agent of the Year delves into the psychology of investing, from aligning decisions with lifestyle goals to avoiding emotional traps, and shares practical tips on market timing, commercial versus residential opportunities, and adapting to policy changes.

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In this episode of The Property Nerds, host Arjun Paliwal speaks with investor Ani Vemulpad about building wealth through strategic property investing and thinking beyond one's local market.
The conversation begins with Vemulpad reflecting on the beginning of his journey, driven by a desire to understand wealth creation, something he realised was rarely taught in schools.
Recognising the scale of Australia's residential real estate market, he chose not to limit his investments to his backyard and instead built a diversified portfolio across states, including NSW, Victoria, Queensland, and South Australia.
Using a data-driven approach, Vemulpad targeted markets with strong fundamentals, investing early in places like Adelaide and Toowoomba before they became widely recognised growth locations.
A key theme of the discussion is the ability to separate emotion from investment decisions, focusing on long-term performance rather than how a property looks.
Even when faced with setbacks, such as an underperforming apartment purchase in Melbourne, Vemulpad treated the experience as a learning opportunity rather than a failure.
As his portfolio matured, he shifted from purely growth-focused assets toward investments that could also deliver passive income, including acquiring a rare unit block.
The episode concludes with Vemulpad sharing how he achieved his long-term goal of buying a home in Sydney, highlighting how taking action, disciplined strategy, and adaptability can turn property into a powerful wealth-building tool.