Property Investor Tales

Life Can Get In The Way Of Your Strategy

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, stories from the front yard where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name's Tabitha Bright and I'm head of the coaching and advising team here at Positive Real Estate where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8 ,000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier along the way. 

 

My guest today is Sonya Hilton, Gold Coast local and she's got some stories to tell. Including financial struggles and overcoming them with perseverance and budgeting,

seeking advice from experienced investors before making property decisions, and setting the right goals and taking calculated risks are essential for property investment success. Learn from past experiences and adapt your strategy as the market and circumstances change.. So enjoy this conversation with Sonya.

 

Summary

 

Sonya Hilton, a Gold Coast local, shares her property journey and lessons learned. Growing up in a single-parent family, she experienced financial struggles and learned the importance of budgeting. She faced challenges with building a house and coping with high interest rates. Despite the obstacles, Sonya persevered and continued to invest in property. She emphasized the need for research and seeking advice from experienced investors. Sonya's story is inspiring and highlights the importance of setting goals and taking calculated risks.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 - Growing up and facing financial struggles

02:00 - Challenges with building a house and high interest rates

05:53 - Learning from past experiences and setting goals

11:02 - Taking calculated risks in property investment

15:20 - Buying properties before they hit the market

22:21 - Building a new property and facing challenges during COVID

28:08 - Lessons learned and advice for new investors

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

Navigating Exotic Investments and Lessons Learned

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, stories from the front yard where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name's Tabitha Bright and I'm head of the coaching and advising team here at Positive Real Estate where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8 ,000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier along the way. 

 

My guest today is Nathan Hill, with seven properties and he's got some stories to tell including why exotic investments are not necessarily the best returns, why working with an experienced finance team is essential to your results and Nathan's top tips for investing success. So enjoy this conversation with Nathan.

 

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The Role of a Well-Managed Owners Corporation

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of Coaching and Advising here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

 

Today's guest is Stefanie Palazzolo, part of our team here at positive real estate, and she and I discuss doing due diligence on developers. So you know your product super important, how to safely buy off the plan and why body corporate is actually a really important vehicle to add value to your asset. So enjoy this conversation with Steph and I.

 

Highlight clip - ( 28:14 - 28:36) you know I Think….

 

Summary

 

In this conversation, Tabitha and Stephanie discuss the importance of having a quality team when investing in property. They highlight the role of property consultants/strategists in finding properties that align with clients' strategies. They also emphasise the significance of working with reputable developers who deliver quality projects. The conversation touches on the misconceptions about apartments and the importance of a well-managed owners corporation. They share stories that illustrate the impact of a good team and the consequences of poor management. The key takeaway is to surround yourself with a knowledgeable and experienced team when investing in property.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction to Stephanie and the Property Strategist Team

03:48 Dispelling Misconceptions about Apartments

07:09 The Importance of Working with Reputable Developers

11:21 The Role of a Well-Managed Owners Corporation

15:22 The Impact of a Quality Team on Property Investing

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

Building Wealth through Hard Work and Discipline

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of Coaching and Advising here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

 

My guest today is Liam Monk - he started investing at 18 years old And he's already had phenomenal results. I'm going to talk you through this young investor’s journey so far. This is an exciting episode, because it shows what you can achieve when you start early - and that it’s never too late to start at any time.  

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction and Background

02:19 Opportunity and Hard Work

04:33 Starting Early and Building Wealth

31:28 Work Ethic and Saving Habits

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

 

The Business of Short-Term Rentals

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories from the Front Yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Megan Wolfenden and I'm one of the advisors here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8 ,000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell. which hopefully make your investing journey a little bit easier and will inspire you along the way.

 

Tanya Rinas shares her journey into short-term rentals, property investing, and the lessons she's learned along the way. From starting with a small deposit to managing successful short-term rentals, Tanya's story is one of determination, creativity, and solution-oriented thinking.

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

Property Manager Relationships

Welcome to Property Investor Tales stories from the front yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Megan Wolfenden, and I'm one of the advisors here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property with over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand. There are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier and will inspire you along the way. 

 

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright interviews Stephen and Sandrina from the R&W Plus Property Management team. They discuss the importance of having a successful relationship with your property manager and the do’s and don'ts for landlords. They also talk about the challenges property managers face when owners get too involved with tenants and the impact of emotional attachment on investment properties. The conversation highlights the need for clear communication, documentation, and trust between landlords and property managers. They also emphasise the importance of running investment properties like a business and making informed decisions based on market conditions.

 

Chapters

 

00:00 Introduction

03:44 Dos and Don'ts for Landlords

06:02 Avoiding Emotional Attachment

09:54 Trust in Property Managers

23:31 Importance of Insurance

29:05 Running Your Investment Property Like a Business

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

The Importance of Professional Education

Welcome to Property Investor Tales stories from the front yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Megan Wolfenden, and I'm one of the advisors here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property with over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand. There are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier and will inspire you along the way. 

 

My guest today is the fabulous Elena Zaitseva and we discussed going deep into your education, having a team around you that are experts in their field and the importance of working to a budget to meet your property goals. Enjoy this conversation with Elena.

 

Summary

• Immigrant's journey to Australia, property investing, and education. 0:00
• Buying and selling properties, with a focus on location and professional advice. 7:13
• Budgeting, saving, and investing with an experienced property investor. 12:38

Highlight Clip - (20:20 - 20:34) I Would Highly…. 

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

From First Home Buyer to Four Investments

Hello and Welcome to Property Investor Tales - Stories from the Front Yard. James Evenden with you and I am a Property Consultant here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property.

My guest today is Michelle.

Michelle has run an incredible business, is a business and marketing strategist, a martial arts enthusiast, and an incredibly successful property investor. And that’s just the beginning!

 

On this episode we talk investing, business and life, and what Michelle has learnt along the way. 

 

We discuss - 

 

7:52 - Learning how to deploy your money (and don’t listen to the media!)

 

17:41 - Dealing with COVID stress (and changing financial behaviours)

 

24:51 - The joy of having your first investment tenanted

 

34:54 - The wisdom of 50 … and designing your life!

 

Enjoy this conversation with Michelle. 

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

Why Structure and Planning is Key

Hello and welcome to property investor tales stories from the front yard where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Megan Wolfenden, and I'm one of the advisors here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey a little bit easier and will inspire you along the way.

 

My guest today is the fabulous  Juan Ramuno and we discuss his arrival in Australia backpacking with $5,000 to his name within six years, him and his wife buying their own home. A few years later, they were able to release equity and buy two investment properties. One talks about the importance of getting educated and putting the time in to learn and stay organised. Enjoy this conversation with one.

Summary

• Immigrating to Australia, saving for a home, and investing in property. 0:00
• Property investment and financial planning. 4:41.
• Property investment and financial planning. 9:53
• Property investing, teamwork, and cash flow management. 14:44
• Property investing in Australia with a successful couple. 19:43

Highlight Clip - (19:45 - 20:04) once you have….

 

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au

How to Successfully Airbnb

Hello and welcome to property investor tales stories from the front yard where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright, and I'm the head of coaching here at Positive Real Estate where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier.

 

So my guest today is one of our fabulous coaches Megan Wolfenden. And she specialised in Airbnb hosting, so she has made some incredible cash flow via two of her properties being Airbnb, and she's just added another one to her portfolio of short term stays. So Megan is going to take us through everything that you need to know to successfully create fabulous cash flow for your portfolio by Airbnb. Enjoy this conversation with Megan.

Summary

• Airbnb investing and cash flow management. 0:00
• Airbnb investment strategies and property selection. 3:26
• Setting up short-term rental properties in Australia. 9:25
• Airbnb hosting tips and regulations. 16:23
• Airbnb investing strategies and tips. 22:17

Once you’ve listened to this episode, I’d love it if you hit the subscribe button so you get notified every time a new episode drops. 

 

I love hearing people's property investor tales so if you’d like to share yours then please get in touch with me via email at  propertyinvestortales@positivementor.com.au 

 

You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au