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Stories from the Front Yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. Hosted by the team at Positive Real Estate across Australia in 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.
Episodes

Monday Sep 02, 2024
6 Properties by 30: Hayley Beavis' Blueprint
Monday Sep 02, 2024
Monday Sep 02, 2024
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 Hayley Beavis, a young investor who purchased her first property at 23 and now owns six properties at the age of 30. She is also a Team Leader for Positive Real Estate’s Strategists expert team. We discuss Hayley's journey, the emotional rollercoaster of the first property purchase, the benefits of attending personal development events and having a supportive expert team to support you.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
10:00 Hayley's New Home and Dream Home
12:21 Hayley's Secret to Success
20:41 Challenges and Volatility of NDIS Properties
25:07 Perseverance and Goal-Setting
28:25 Hayley's journey begins: purchasing her first property
29:05 Investing in an NDIS property
30:19 Upgrading the principal place of residence
32:36 Moving to a new property
35:42 Renting out properties and detaching emotionally
39:18 Celebrating achievements and setting bigger goals
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

Monday Aug 19, 2024
Howard Bird's Eye View: The Flight Path to Property Success
Monday Aug 19, 2024
Monday Aug 19, 2024
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 Howard Bird, a client and coach at Positive Real Estate. He started investing in property in 2004 and faced challenges such as divorce and selling properties. Howard's portfolio includes two houses and an apartment in a CBD. He also highlights the benefits of investing in off-the-plan properties and the potential for capital growth. Overall, Howard's story showcases the power of strategic investing and the value of seeking guidance and education.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Background
03:05 Navigating Challenges and Building a Supportive Community
05:01 The Power of Education in Making Informed Decisions
08:00 Maintaining Control in Your Investment Journey
09:48 Balancing Saving, Budgeting, and Life Experiences
11:52 Celebrating Milestones and Staying Motivated
24:02 Introduction and Background
26:34 Investing in Off-the-Plan Properties
30:01 Adding Properties to the Portfolio
32:55 Understanding Yield Variation and Capital Growth
36:39 Advice for Young Investors
39:34 Final Purchase and Diversification
42:36 The Value of Guidance and Education
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

Monday Aug 05, 2024
Life Can Get In The Way Of Your Strategy
Monday Aug 05, 2024
Monday Aug 05, 2024
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

Monday Jul 22, 2024
Navigating Exotic Investments and Lessons Learned
Monday Jul 22, 2024
Monday Jul 22, 2024
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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Monday Jul 08, 2024
The Role of a Well-Managed Owners Corporation
Monday Jul 08, 2024
Monday Jul 08, 2024
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

Monday Jun 24, 2024
Building Wealth through Hard Work and Discipline
Monday Jun 24, 2024
Monday Jun 24, 2024
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

Monday Jun 10, 2024
The Business of Short-Term Rentals
Monday Jun 10, 2024
Monday Jun 10, 2024
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

Monday May 27, 2024
Property Manager Relationships
Monday May 27, 2024
Monday May 27, 2024
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

Monday May 13, 2024
The Importance of Professional Education
Monday May 13, 2024
Monday May 13, 2024
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

Monday Apr 29, 2024
From First Home Buyer to Four Investments
Monday Apr 29, 2024
Monday Apr 29, 2024
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