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EP. 1663 - The special levy discount?…
Don’t let a special levy scare you away from the right property 👀🏡Most strata reports have something going on — that’s normal. Smart buyers see opportunity, negotiate well, and sometimes even get the vendor to cover the levy 💰
REAL TALK WEEKLY - ONE WEEK AFTER THE BUDGET: THE REAL MARKET REACTION
Property has survived every market shift — and it always bounces back 📈🏡Post-budget, we’re already seeing stronger buyer confidence, busier open homes, and more focus on cash flow & high-yield investments 🔑The market is moving...
EP. 1662 - THE SILENT 20% CUT TO EVERY INVESTOR'S LOAN
🏡 Waiting to “time the market” perfectly? That could cost you more than you think.A lot of buyers are focused on picking the exact bottom of the market… but no one rings a bell when it happens. 🔔Meanwhile:📉 Borrowing capacitie...
EP. 1661 AUTO VAL YOUR PROPERTY, HEARTBREAK?
🚨 Thinking about using an online property appraisal tool?Be careful what you trade for that “free estimate.” 👀Many platforms collect your details and sell them as leads to real estate agents — sometimes for thousands of dollars.<...
EP. 1660 SUCKED IN LANDLORDS !!! YOU CANNOT EXIT YOUR TENANTS?
🏠 Being a landlord isn’t what it used to be…Longer NCAT wait times ⏳More rental reforms 📑Stricter rules ⚖️Higher costs 📈No wonder fewer investors are entering the market 👀Interesting times ahead for both landlor...
EP. 1659 False, Misleading And Deceptive Conduct Now Aloud?
🚨 “The issue isn’t investors… the issue is supply.”Big takeaways from the budget discussion with Mark Novak & Josh Wapshott 👇🏗️ Developers aren’t building because many projects simply don’t stack up anymore.Heavy complianc...
EP. 1658 - VENDOR SAYS "WE'LL JUST WAIT"... WHAT HAPPENS NEXT?
🚨 The 3 most dangerous words in real estate?“We will wait.” 👀In today’s market, hesitation can be expensive.If your property has been sitting on the market for months, it doesn’t always mean it won’t sell — but it DOES mean th...
NOVAK NEWS - BUDGET BOMBSHELL : THE END OF NEGATIVE GEARING?
🚨 BIG CHANGES are coming to the property market 🚨On Real Talk Weekly, Josh & Vedan unpacked the budget bombshell everyone’s talking about… the possible end of negative gearing 👀Here’s what could happen:🏠 Investors may pull...
EP. 1657 - GOODBYE NEGATIVE GEARING. HELLO CGT. BRACE FOR WHAT HAPPENS NEXT
Property markets move on confidence.And when confidence gets shaken, the ripple effects can hit everyone:🏡 Buyers🏢 Investors💰 Renters📉 The broader economyOne thing is certain — rental pressure remains a major issue...
EP. 1656 …Sharp Agents, Fake Competition: The One-Buyer Hustle
“One buyer market.” 👀A property can change fast between now and Saturday.The best agents know:• It’s not always about price• Buyer psychology matters• Urgency beats pressure• Great dialogue wins dealsAnd if ...
EP. 1655 The 5-7 Year Tenant Rule Every Landlord Needs to Know
Property tip + a little heart 💛Tenancies typically turn around the 2–3 year mark, with 5–6 years being the full cycle. But here’s the key — give your investment a “birthday” every 5–7 years 🎂Even newer homes need love. A refresh c...
EP. 1654 - 6 Reasons The Beaches Keeps Winning
Northern Beaches = opportunity 🌊🏡Buyer’s market, less competition, and major infrastructure investment = smart buying right now.From new schools to hospitals and billions flowing into the area, the Beaches keep winning.✨ Li...
EP. 1653 OFFER ACCEPTED... UNTIL IT WASN'T
Offer accepted doesn’t mean SOLD ❗Until contracts are exchanged, the property is still on the market.That window? That’s where deals are won… or lost.Speed is everything 🚀✔️ Have your broker ready✔️ Have your solici...
REAL TALK WEEKLY - THE POWER OF SUNDAY OPEN INSPECTIONS - IS IT WORTH IT?
Sunday opens = more opportunity 🔑Buyers love the flexibility. Vendors love the extra exposure. And agents? We see double the engagement, feedback, and results.Not everyone can make Saturdays—sport, family, life happens. That’s whe...
EP. 1652 - FROM LEASE TO KEYS: YOUR EXIT PLAN FROM RENTING
Buying your first property isn’t as out of reach as you think 👀✔️ You can enter the market with as little as a 5% deposit (no LMI!)✔️ Stamp duty? Not payable under $800K✔️ Rentvesting = live where you want, invest where you can a...
EP. 1651 SECRETS TO SELLING AT THE TOP OF THE MARKET
Think selling at the “top” is everything? Think again 👇In hot markets 🔥❌ Constant bidding wars❌ Missed offers❌ Thousands wasted on contracts & inspectionsIn slower markets 👇✔️ Less competition✔️ More negoti...
EP. 1650 Is Negative Gearing Still a Thing in 2025, or Is It Dead?
Rental crisis, rising rents, and negative gearing—what’s really going on? 🏠Even when properties gain value, landlords can feel the squeeze through reduced cash flow. Less incentives = fewer rentals entering the market… and that impacts t...
EP. 1649 Cry Baby Buyer
• 🏡 It’s officially a buyer’s market• 👀 While others wait… opportunities are showing up• 🧠 Don’t let headlines make emotional decisions for you• 📉 Cycles repeat — they always have, they always will• 💰 You make money in ...
EP. 1647 LONE WOLF OR WOLF PACK!
Real estate isn’t a solo sport 🐺Too many agencies talk about “working together”… but there’s no real system behind it.We’ve built a true team model:✔️ Shared buyers✔️ Multiple agents selling your property✔️ Real collab...
EP. 1646 Your Deposit Called. It’s Not Coming Back.
Holding deposits explained 👇• Typically 1 week’s rent• Goes towards your rent (not extra!)• Paid via credit card (QR code) or direct depositReal talk: people rarely forfeit deposits—but when they do, i...
EP. 1645 Reform The Poison Chalice That Killed The Economy
Market reality check 📉A few months ago: hype, excitement, new supply coming.Today: high build costs, limited feasibility, and… nothing’s really changed.Policies sound good—but what’s the real impact?If landlords (...
EP. 1644 LISTING GONE STALE... NOW WHAT?
Been on the market too long? ⏳No offers = something’s off.It’s not always the market… sometimes it’s the strategy.The fix?👉 Reset everything: Price, Product, Promotion👉 Fresh campaign. New energy.There is
REAL TALK WEEKLY - THE MARKET - NOT SLOW! JUST SMART
No bargains in today’s market 🚫What’s selling = market price.Smart sellers 👉 taking offersSmart buyers 👉 making offersThe real metric?👉 Days on MarketForget the noise. Track what actually matters.#RealEst...
EP. 1643 CORPORATE FUNDING TODAY: WHAT PROPERTY ARE THEY BUYING NEXT?
Interest rates rising? 📈Now’s the time to pivot.Review your loan. Talk to your bank. Stay agile.You might not love the process… but it could save you thousands 💰#InterestRates #MortgageTips #FinanceSmart #Pivot...
EP. 1642 DEVELOPERS LINGO…. BUYER AND LANDLORDS SHOULD CONSIDER “DEPTH OF MARKET!!”
Depth of Market 🏡Everyone talks about sold prices & days on market… but the real secret?👉 Supply vs demand.Too many similar properties = buyers have options = lower prices.Low supply = competition = premium results.