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Join John Pidgeon — property investor, coach, buyers’ advocate and author — and Rachelle Kroon , mortgage broker, investor, and founder of Sphere Home Loans , as they dive into all things property. From buying your first home to building a portfolio, they share practical insights, expert advice, and real-world stories. With guests from every corner of the property space, John and Rachelle will help you take your next step with clarity and confidence. Formerly my millennial property. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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August 18, 202631 min

832 downsizing strategy, bad property managers, turning your home into an investment + more

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M In this Q&A, John and Rachelle chat about: 👉🏼 whether a Tasmanian single parent should invest on the mainland 👉🏽 mortgage-free & downsizing in 10 years, should I buy the downsizer now and rent it out? 👉🏾 advice for buyers who are purchasing house and land packages 👉🏿 dealing with high property manager turnover 👉 a couple in their 20s planning to upsize in 5-10years and turn their existing home into an investment John's services mentioned in the episode: New Builds | Envisage Property Envisage Property First Home Buyer Package Building construction contract reviews: https://www.carnelianprojects.com.au/ this is property is proudly brought to you by: Envisage Property: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/ Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 11, 202645 min

831 is rentvesting dead? borrowing capacity case studies, lending landscape & what to do now

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M One of the biggest questions John and Rach have been asked since the federal budget has been: is rentvesting dead? In today's episode they chat about: 👉🏼 how rentvesting has helped people get into the market who couldn't otherwise 👉 Rach's own rentvesting origin story 👉🏽 how the property landscape has changed for rentvestors 👉🏾 3 client case studies of investors whose borrowing capacity reduced and how they pivoted 👉🏿 why different lenders are giving very different answers 👉🏻 how negative gearing has changed 👉 whose impacted most 👉🏽 could the changes to negative gearing end up being reversed? 👉🏾 where to from here? this is property is proudly brought to you by: Envisage Property: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/ Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

August 4, 202637 min

830 SMSF lending change, missing out on properties, the forever home myth + more

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M In this episode John & Rach chat about: 👉🏼 the changes to SMSF lending from 10 August 2026 for residential property and who it impacts 👉🏽 a first home buyer who missed out a property they really wanted 👉🏾 what is 'gazumping' and Rach's lesson for buyers 👉🏿 is the term 'forever home' redundant? 👉🏻 when should someone use a buyer's agent? 👉 a quickfire Q&A Learn more about John's first home buyer package: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/ this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 28, 202650 min

829 buying & selling at the same time, serviced apartments, Defence housing + more

In this episode John answers your questions, touching on: 👉🏼 4 ways to buy and sell a house at the same time 👉🏽 investing in a serviced apartment yielding 7% - good or bad idea? 👉🏾 pros & cons of renting a house to Defence Housing Australia 👉🏿 when to sell vs hold forever 👉🏻 negotiating a price reduction after building & pest inspection 👉 how long does selling a property take? 👉🏼 should we knock down rebuild or sell and buy elsewhere? 👉🏽 my borrowing capacity is too low, wait for the market to cool or use shared equity scheme? 👉🏾 how do deductions work for investors who can't claim negative gearing? 👉🏿 John's thoughts on the regional market outlook Links mentioned in the chat: Clarity call with John: https://www.solverewealth.com.au/clarity-call-with-john-pidgeon Envisage Property buyer's agent service: https://www.envisageproperty.com.au/ John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future : https://amzn.to/45l7n9M Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 21, 202656 min

828 Ben Kingsley on negative gearing, his property origin story & bad buyers agents

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M In this episode John chats with Ben Kingsley, co-founder of Empower Wealth and the Property Couch podcast for a wide-ranging conversation. They touch on: 👉🏼 the changes to negative gearing 👉🏽 Ben's property origin story 👉🏾 property behaviours and traits that make a successful investor 👉🏿 the Melbourne market 👉🏻 the fundamentals of what drives property values 👉 the rise of buyers agents & regional investors 👉🏼 should you buy new properties for the tax benefits? 👉🏽 Ben's caution to investors about getting bad property advice & guaranteed returns this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 20, 202649 min

a first home buyer window of opportunity that won't last forever

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M Negative gearing changes have hamstrung investor borrowing capacities, creating an opportunity for first home buyers that hasn't existed since just before COVID. In this episode John and Rach talk about how home buyers now have less competition and more negotiating power, plus the schemes and incentives helping buyers into the market. As of 1 July 2026, first home buyers can apply to pay no stamp duty through the Home Buyer Concession (HBC) Scheme . There is no longer an income threshold or property price limit when applying for the HBC Scheme. You can also apply for the HBC Scheme if you have not owned a property in the last five years. Reference: ACT.gov.au this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 14, 202632 min

827 the psychology of property photography: what buyers really want to see

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M Preparing to sell your home? Today's episode is loaded with practical tips. Joining Rachelle is Melissah Douglas, director of Studio Maison Media and former principal of a Sydney real estate agency. Having been on both sides of real estate, selling and shooting, Melissah shares her insights on: 👉 creating and running a business 👉🏼 what buyers respond to when looking online 👉🏽 what becomes the hero image 👉🏾 to use AI or not? 👉🏿 what are the biggest mistakes that sellers make 👉 why landscaping can actually ruin your shoot 👉🏻 is styling worth it? 👉 easy fixes to make your home photograph better 👉🏼 tips for preparing your house for sale 👉🏽 what makes a home feel premium Connect with Melissah: https://www.instagram.com/studiomaisonmedia/ this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

July 7, 202641 min

826 the 5 biggest property investing mistakes and how to avoid them

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M John & Rach unpack the 5 biggest mistakes property investors make (John's made all of them!) and what to do differently. Related episodes: 🎧 439 John's 8 point property investing strategy - Apple | Spotify this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 30, 202645 min

825 the truth about Airbnb as a property strategy

Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M Is your property Airbnb-worthy? John Pidgeon is joined by Sally Broad, co-founder of Airready, a short-term holiday rental management company based on Victoria's Surf Coast. They talk about: 👉🏼 why Sally started the business 👉🏽 how do you know if your property is Airbnb-ready? 👉🏾 what impacts vacancy rates? 👉🏿 how Sally scaled the business 👉🏻 navigating local council 👉 can any property become suitable for short stay holiday rental? 👉🏼 Airready's fee structure 👉🏽 the investor misconception about using an Airbnb property strategy 👉🏾 where is the short-stay market heading? this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

June 23, 20261 hr 14 min

824 buying your first investment property with Glen James

Rachelle's & Glen's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M This episode is for anyone considering buying their first property as an investment rather than a place to live, or if you already own your own home. Rachelle is joined by Glen James, host of money money money and co-author of their book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property available now. Rachelle & Glen chat about: 👉🏼 when's the right time to buy an investment? 👉🏽 is it still a good idea since the 2026 Federal Budget announced changes? 👉🏾 where to buy 👉🏿 performance growth 👉🏽 negative gearing changes and managing losses 👉🏻what to consider before buying a new build 👉 managing the emotional and practical risks 👉🏼 budgeting for costs - deposit, ongoing & maintenance 👉🏽 interest only or principle & interest? 👉🏾 using a buyer's agent - is it for you? 👉🏿 selecting good tenants 👉🏻 the very real disadvantage for solo buyers in this property climate this is property is proudly brought to you by: Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/ We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.