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Who's really in control when you buy a property? The Elephant In The Room is where the things that no one wants to talk about, actually get talked about. Veronica Morgan, real estate agent, buyers agent and co-host of Foxtel’s Location Location Location Australia & Chris Bates, financial planner, mortgage broker and wealth coach have joined forces to find out what’s really going on in the world of real estate. Veronica and Chris talk to property owners and buyers every day in their respective lines of business. They’ve observed a wide spectrum of confidence in people’s decision making ability when buying and selling property, often to the detriment of the individuals concerned. They are both fascinated by consumer behaviour and together they’re going to uncover who’s really making the decisions when you buy a property. In each episode they get into the psyche of buyers, agents, auctioneers and other industry experts to learn the truth about how buyers are influenced and why they do the things they do. In every episode you’ll learn from the mistakes of a “property dumbo” as well as Chris & Veronica’s “elephant rider bootcamp” training session. The plan? This property podcast has been created to help us all make better property decisions!

  1. Ben Kingsley: Risky Advice on the Rise and the “Get Rich Quick” Comeback

    5 DAYS AGO

    Ben Kingsley: Risky Advice on the Rise and the “Get Rich Quick” Comeback

    Property investment has entered dangerous new territory. What used to be about building long-term wealth has become clouded by hype, shortcuts, and unqualified advice. Investors are being drawn into speculative schemes disguised as strategy.  In this episode, Veronica and Chris sit down with Ben Kingsley, Founding Managing Director of Empower Wealth and Chair of the Property Investors Council of Australia (PICA), to unpack the alarming resurgence of speculative, misleading, and unlicensed property advice spreading across Australia. Ben recently authored an open letter to industry associations, warning of “get-rich-quick” operators, social media influencers, and unqualified advisors encouraging investors to buy properties through risky trust structures and self-managed super funds. He reveals how these practices are distorting regional markets, luring naive investors, and potentially triggering a regulatory backlash that could reshape the entire property sector. From “pump and dump” tactics to trust lending loopholes and the rise of volume-driven buyer’s agents buying sight unseen, this conversation exposes the systemic risks emerging from the unregulated fringes of the industry. Ben, Veronica, and Chris also explore how social media hype, FOMO marketing, and easy credit are fueling another wave of short-term speculation that could end in disaster. If you care about the future of Australia’s property market—or just want to protect yourself from being swept up in the next boom-and-bust cycle—this is an episode you can’t afford to miss. Episode Highlights00:00 — Why Risky Property Advice Is Back on the Rise 01:36 — Speculative Behaviour: The Return of Fast-Money Mindsets 02:25 — How Speculation Threatens Consumers and Market Stability 03:59 — Unlicensed Advisors and the Power of Social Media Influence 06:14 — Regional Market Distortions: When Buyer’s Agents Go Rogue 08:21 — Will ASIC Step In? The Push for Property Regulation 10:16 — The Role (and Responsibility) of Brokers and Buyer’s Agents 13:01 — What Happens Next: Ben’s Call for Industry Reform 32:06 — Rising Prices, Rising Pressure: The Human Cost of Property 33:51 — Regional Boom or Bubble? Understanding the Market Risks 36:41 — Property Prices vs. Fundamentals: When Growth Defies Logic 39:47 — Speculation vs. Strategy: The Long-Term Investment Divide 42:14 — Economic Viability: The Missing Piece in Modern Investing 49:00 — Building a Sustainable Property Business, Not a Hype Machine 52:41 — Owning Mistakes and the Power of Industry Accountability 54:26 — Final Thoughts: Restoring Trust in Property Advice LinksArticle: https://pica.asn.au/alarm-unlicensed-advice-market/  About the GuestBen Kingsley is the Founding and Managing Director of Empower Wealth and the inaugural Chair of the Property Investors Council of Australia (PICA). A Qualified Property Investment Advisor (QPIA) and one of Australia’s most respected voices in property, finance, and money management, Ben has spent over two decades advocating for professional standards and consumer protection in the property investment sector. A multi-award-winning advisor and frequent media commentator, Ben co-authored two bestselling books — The Armchair Guide to Property Investing and Make Money Simple Again — and co-hosts The Property Couch, Australia’s #1 property, finance, and money management podcast. Through Empower Wealth, Ben leads an integrated team of experts providing holistic financial advice across property, finance, tax, and wealth management. Driven by his belief that...

    56 min
  2. Off-Market On the Rise: The “Quiet” Evolution in Real Estate

    2 NOV

    Off-Market On the Rise: The “Quiet” Evolution in Real Estate

    There’s a side of the property market most Australians never see — where listings don’t make headlines, and deals happen behind closed doors. In this episode, we step into that world of discretion and discovery with William Laing, Co-Founder and CEO of Quiet List, to explore how off-market sales are quietly reshaping the real estate landscape. With nearly one in five Sydney homes now trading off-market, William reveals how private listings are redefining demand and changing how agents, buyers, and sellers connect. From price-testing vendors and privacy-driven sellers to the rise of buyer’s agents and agent-only platforms, this hidden layer of the market is rewriting the rules of access and advantage. Together, we unpack what truly counts as an off-market listing, why so many sellers are choosing to go quiet, and what this shift means for transparency in Australian property. It’s a conversation that cuts through the hype to reveal the data, dynamics, and ethics shaping the industry’s most exclusive corner. If you’ve ever wondered what happens before a listing goes live, or why some of the best opportunities never make it online, this episode gives you a rare glimpse into the quiet art of deal-making in today’s property market. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 01:16 – Guest Introduction: William Lang of Quiet List 01:48 – Understanding Off-Market Listings 03:40 – Challenges in Off-Market Transactions 08:27 – Quiet List: The Business Model 08:40 – Appreciating the Role of Buyer's Agents 18:03 – Privacy and Transparency Issues of Off-Market Deals 26:18 – Real Estate Platforms 28:05 – Challenges and Changes in Agent Processes 28:45 – Advantages of Centralized Briefs 31:03 – Off-Market Deals and Relationships 32:23 – Platform Features and Future Directions 41:53 – Real Estate Market Dynamics and AI 42:33 – Property Dumbo About the GuestWilliam Laing is the Co-Founder and CEO of Quiet List, Australia’s first agent-only property platform transforming how real estate professionals connect qualified demand with quiet supply. With more than a decade in luxury residential real estate — including roles with Kay & Burton, Knight Frank, Savills, and The Agency — William built his career around discretion, trust, and deal-making. His experience handling high-end, off-market transactions inspired Quiet List: a platform that helps agents capture the 20% of property deals that happen behind closed doors. Today, William is helping agents nationwide turn “quiet listings” into smarter, more transparent transactions — bringing structure, security, and speed to a part of the market that’s always operated in whispers. Connect with WilliamLinkedIn ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: https://www.veronicamorgan.com.auLooking for a Mortgage Broker? alcove.com.auWork with

    48 min
  3. Old Laws, New Problems: Prof. Cathy Sherry on How Strata Blocks Progress in Australia’s Cities

    26 OCT

    Old Laws, New Problems: Prof. Cathy Sherry on How Strata Blocks Progress in Australia’s Cities

    Australia’s strata system was once a clever solution to urban living — a way to share land, lift homeownership, and build communities in growing cities. But decades later, that same framework is struggling to keep up with modern life. What once worked for small, low-rise communities now governs the high-density towers that house millions of Australians. The result? Costs have climbed, decision-making has grown more complex, and owners often find themselves footing bills for problems they didn’t create In this episode, Prof. Cathy Sherry — Professor at Macquarie Law School and Executive Member of Smart Green Cities — explains how Australia’s outdated strata laws are now out of step with the country’s housing and sustainability goals. A leading international expert in land law and high-density development, Prof. Sherry unpacks how laws written in the 1960s for small walk-ups can’t handle the complexity of modern cities, locking owners into costly contracts, rising levies, and embedded energy networks that limit both choice and progress. From the hidden costs buried in off-the-plan sales to the barriers stopping apartments from going solar, Cathy reveals how a system designed to help Australians share space has instead made it harder to live well, live green, and live fairly. Listen now to learn why reforming strata isn’t just a legal fix — it’s key to building a fairer, more sustainable housing future for everyone. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 01:16 — Meet Prof. Cathy Sherry: Australia’s Leading Expert on Strata Law 01:50 — How Shared Living Became Complex: The Challenge of Strata Ownership 03:15 — Strata Levies, Legal Layers, and Why Collective Ownership Is Tricky 06:37 — The Hidden Dangers of Buying Off-the-Plan Apartments in Australia 11:09 — Embedded Networks Explained: The Hidden Costs of Strata Energy Deals 20:18 — Can the Law Catch Up? Why Strata Reform Is Urgent for Modern Cities 26:00 — Stratum Lots and Mixed-Use Buildings: Understanding Shared Land Titles 26:48 — What Strata Management Statements Mean for Building Governance 27:32 — Why Prof. Cathy Sherry Advocates for Fairer and Smarter Housing Laws 28:54 — High-Density Housing Challenges: When Bigger Doesn’t Mean Better 30:11 — Why Home Ownership Still Matters for Stability and Social Equality 31:51 — Where Strata Schemes Fail: Issues With Governance and Accountability 35:23 — How Investor Incentives Have Shaped Australia’s Housing Market 43:27 — Smart Green Cities: Connecting Strata Reform to Sustainability Goals 44:42 — Property Dumbo: A Real-World Example of Strata Mismanagement 46:20 — Final Reflections and Where to Learn More From Prof. Cathy Sherry LinksArticle: Embedded networks in high-density and master-planned housing About the GuestCathy Sherry is a Professor in Macquarie Law School and Executive Member of Smart Green Cities. She is a leading international expert in land law, with a particular focus on high density development. Her book Strata Title Property Rights: Private governance of multi-owned properties (Routledge, 2017) is the first academic monograph on Australian strata title. It has been cited by the Privy Council and the New South Wales Court of Appeal. Professor Sherry's research focuses on the complex legal, economic and social relationships created by collectively owned land.  Professor Sherry regularly advises governments, domestically and internationally, on the laws governing multi-owned properties. She was a member of the United Kingdom Law Commission Technical Committee for the...

    47 min
  4. Financing the Future: Why Projects Are Stalling Across Australia

    19 OCT

    Financing the Future: Why Projects Are Stalling Across Australia

    Australia’s housing shortage isn’t just about planning approvals or red tape — it’s about money.  In this episode, commercial finance expert Jean-Pierre Gortan, Joint Founder of Simplicity Loans & Advisory, joins Veronica Morgan and Chris Bates to unpack the financial bottlenecks preventing new homes from being built, even in areas crying out for supply. Jean-Pierre draws on more than two decades of experience structuring complex, multi-lender deals to explain why so many developments are stuck in limbo. From Parramatta to Penrith, he reveals how post-COVID construction cost blowouts, tighter lending standards, and broken feasibility models have made many projects impossible to fund — even with demand at record highs. They discuss how non-bank lenders are filling the void left by traditional banks, why build-to-rent projects still struggle to stack up in high-cost cities like Sydney, and what state governments are doing through rezoning, TOD corridors, and density incentives to unlock supply. Jean-Pierre also shares insights into how the market differs between NSW, Victoria, and Queensland, and what policy shifts could finally make housing delivery viable again. This is a candid, ground-level look at the economics of housing supply — and a reminder that Australia’s housing crisis won’t be solved by planning reforms alone, but by rethinking how development is financed. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 02:12 — How COVID Cost Blowouts Crushed Feasibility 03:51 — When Projects Don’t Stack Up Financially 05:22 — Why Government Fixes Aren’t Solving Supply 15:38 — Non-Bank Lenders: Who’s Funding Projects Now 18:02 — Developers Adapting to a Tougher Market 21:32 — How Finance Shapes Future Housing Supply 25:53 — Residential vs Commercial: Shared Challenges 26:27 — Why Banks Pulled Back from Construction Loans 28:18 — Can Government Programs Reignite Building? 29:48 — Pre-Sales Pressure: A Hidden Project Killer 31:10 — Quality, Oversight, and Building Regulation Costs 32:39 — Red Tape and Rezoning: The Slow Path to Supply 36:40 –  Transport Oriented Development (TOD) and LMR Zones 43:08 — Property Dumbo: Overconfidence in Feasibility 44:45 — Final Thoughts: Funding and the Road Ahead LinksJean-Pierre Gortan (website bio)LMR Viewer About the GuestJean-Pierre Gortan is the Joint Founder of Simplicity Loans & Advisory and one of Australia’s most respected figures in commercial finance. A back-to-back winner of the Australian Broker of the Year Award by MPA Magazine, Jean-Pierre has built a national reputation for solving some of the country’s most complex funding challenges with creativity, precision, and integrity. With more than two decades of experience across property, business, and development finance, he has been instrumental in steering Simplicity’s growth into one of Australia’s leading independent advisory firms. His expertise lies in structuring sophisticated, multi-lender transactions — from nine-figure refinances to bespoke development facilities — all with a focus on delivering exceptional client outcomes. Beyond finance, Jean-Pierre is a passionate advocate for community causes, having raised hundreds of thousands of dollars through initiatives such as the Larapinta Stage Race, the CEO Sleepout, and his ongoing support for the Women’s Resilience Centre. A...

    46 min
  5. Alan Oster: What Investors Must Watch Beyond the Headlines

    12 OCT

    Alan Oster: What Investors Must Watch Beyond the Headlines

    Property decisions today hinge on interest rates, inflation, and housing demand — but what if the traditional signals we’ve all relied on no longer give the full picture? In this episode, we sit down with Alan Oster, former Chief Economist of NAB and one of Australia’s most respected economic voices, to unpack what really matters in a housing market under stress. Alan explains why GDP, unemployment, and even consumer surveys can mislead investors, and why real-time banking data has changed the game. He shares stories from decades of forecasting — including times when the “headline” numbers pointed in the wrong direction — and highlights the three signals he believes are most useful for understanding where housing is headed. From the rental crisis to the impact of migration and state government land taxes, Alan dives into the structural pressures reshaping demand. He also addresses productivity stagnation, the future role of AI in jobs and housing, and why policy missteps continue to ripple through Australia’s economy. Whether you’re a property investor, policymaker, or simply trying to understand what’s next for interest rates and housing demand, Alan offers candid insights you won’t hear in the headlines. This episode is a rare chance to learn from the economist who has shaped Australia’s forecasting for over three decades. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 00:22 – Meet Alan Oster: NAB’s Former Chief Economist 02:01 – Global Headwinds: US Politics, Tariffs & Trade 03:01 – Economics as Psychology: Market Reactions Explained 04:11 – Real-Time Banking Data Changes Forecasting 05:12 – COVID Lessons: Spending Falls by Postcode 06:30 – Hidden Stress: Households, Jobs & Policy Gaps 13:49 – Australia’s Productivity Problem Unpacked 15:35 – AI, Migration & the Future of Work 23:36 – Property Choices: Wealth, Debt & Investor Behaviour 26:10 – Land Taxes and Why Investors Are Selling 27:05 – Migration, Housing Supply & the Rental Crunch 28:22 – State Outlooks: Victoria, Adelaide, NSW & QLD 29:05 – How Banks View Mortgages & Housing Risk 31:45 – Productivity Growth Slows in Australia 33:55 – Policy Fixes: Tax Reform & Build-to-Rent 36:04 – Housing Market Costs, Supply & Gov’t Guarantees 37:34 – Lessons from Past Crises & Recessions 44:04 – Property Dumbo: Alan’s Downsizing Story About the GuestAlan Oster is one of Australia’s most trusted economic forecasters, best known for his 33 years as Chief Economist at NAB. During his tenure, he built NAB’s influential Monthly Business Survey and pioneered the use of real-time banking data to track household and business behaviour — insights now shared with the RBA, ABS, and Treasury. Before joining NAB in 1992, Alan spent 15 years at Commonwealth Treasury, including four years in Paris as Australia’s representative at the OECD. Recognised as an authority on economic forecasting, monetary policy, and housing demand, he is a sought-after commentator in both public and private circles. Alan retired from NAB in 2025 but continues to share his expertise, offering a rare blend of sharp economic analysis and practical insights for policymakers, businesses, and property investors alike. Connect with AlanLinkedIn ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - a...

    46 min
  6. The Investor Pulse Check: PIPA’s Survey Reveals Market Shifts

    5 OCT

    The Investor Pulse Check: PIPA’s Survey Reveals Market Shifts

    What’s really driving property investors in 2025? The latest PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey lays it bare — and the results matter for every investor, renter, and policymaker in Australia. In this episode, we’re joined by Lachlan Vidler, Chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), to unpack the top findings. The survey shows investors are selling under pressure—with debt reduction, compliance costs, and land tax topping the list of reasons. But here’s the kicker: when those properties are sold, only 42% stay in the rental pool, shrinking rental supply and pushing rents higher. Policy risk looms large too. More than half of investors said they’d exit if negative gearing was altered, while others flagged land tax, compliance, and rental caps as breaking points. Yet in the same breath, nearly 60% of investors still believe it’s a good time to buy. That fragile optimism is keeping the market alive even as costs bite. Finally, the survey reveals who investors actually turn to for advice—mostly mortgage brokers and accountants, not property specialists. Why does that matter? Because it explains why investor behaviour often swings between optimism and panic, shaping rental markets and property prices in ways that affect us all. This episode is packed with insights every property investor needs to hear—because the decisions you and your peers make today are reshaping Australia’s housing market for tomorrow. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 02:04 – Why the Rental Market Is Being Reshaped 03:11 – Top Reasons Investors Are Selling Properties 04:39 – How Rising Costs Erode Investor Confidence 07:08 – Pain in Melbourne, Gains in Brisbane 08:15 – Federal Reforms Driving Investor Uncertainty 12:02 – The Rental Pool Is Shrinking—What It Means 14:29 – Supply, Demand, and Speculative Investment 22:34 – Why Industry and Government Clash on Reform 26:17 – How Politics Shapes Investor Outcomes 28:40 – Lobbying, Legislation, and Investor Reaction 31:06 – Who Investors Really Trust for Property Advice 34:15 – Why Investors Need Holistic Property Guidance 38:29 – Fragile Optimism: 60% Still Say It’s Time to Buy 47:39 – Property Dumbo: Signing Contracts Too Soon 50:01 – Wrap-Up and Where to Find PIPA Resources MentionsRental crisis worsens as more investors exit the market – 2025 PIPA Investor Survey About the GuestLachlan Vidler is the Chair of the Property Investment Professionals of Australia (PIPA), the peak body advocating for higher standards and transparency across the property industry. With deep experience as a property advisor and investor, Lachlan brings unique insight into the data and psychology behind investor behaviour. At PIPA, he works to raise professional standards, educate investors, and shape better policy outcomes for the housing sector. His leadership positions him at the centre of Australia’s most pressing conversations on affordability, rental supply, and the future of property investment. Connect with LachlanLinkedInInstagram ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us...

    51 min
  7. Short Stays: Does the Model Still Work in 2025?

    28 SEPT

    Short Stays: Does the Model Still Work in 2025?

    Short-term rentals have faced caps, levies, and rising costs. Investors are asking the big question: Does the short-stay model still work? In this episode, Quirin Schwaighofer, co-founder and co-CEO of MadeComfy, joins us to unpack the state of the short-stay market in 2025. We talk about how regulations like NSW’s 180-day cap and Byron Bay’s 60-day limits are reshaping operations, where demand is shifting post-COVID, and why distribution has moved far beyond Airbnb. We also dive into when mid-term furnished rentals can outperform, what investors should track weekly to stay ahead, and the pitfalls that even seasoned owners fall into. If you’re weighing short-term vs mid-term or wondering how to keep income resilient under new rules, this episode is for you. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction 01:15 – Meet Quirin Schwaighofer: MadeComfy's Journey 01:51 – Acquisition by Prism: A New Chapter 04:06 – Post-COVID: a tougher, smarter short-stay market 07:11 – NSW rules, caps, and what they really mean 11:15 – How other markets handle short-stay caps 14:14 – Demand shifts and investor behaviour in 2025 19:21 – Strategies for short-term rental success 25:04 – Where short-stays still shine (and struggle) 26:03 – What MadeComfy actually does for owners 27:02 – Beyond Airbnb: competing channels and share 28:26 – Common short-stay pitfalls (and fixes) 31:36 – Supply, yield, and the housing market picture 32:58 – Byron Bay: balancing tourism and housing 39:16 – What government should fix—and how 44:17 – Closing advice for owners and investors About the GuestQuirin Schwaighofer is the Co-CEO & Co-Founder of MadeComfy, the Australian accommodation innovator helping real estate professionals and investors enter and scale in short-term and mid-term rentals with tech-driven operations and a trusted consumer brand. Since 2015, he’s raised $20M+ in growth capital, won multiple Shortyz awards, and led MadeComfy to recognition in AFR BOSS’s Best Places to Work and the AFR Fast 100. In 2025, MadeComfy reached a major milestone with its acquisition by global hospitality platform OYO, marking Australia’s second-largest short-term rental industry exit after Stayz. Prior to MadeComfy, Quirin co-founded a mobile workforce platform (HiKey Resources), led large-scale projects at BHP Billiton Iron Ore, and even launched a hospitality venue while completing a Master in Industrial Engineering and an Executive MBA (AGSM @ UNSW). A German-born entrepreneur and dad of three, he blends strategic vision with hands-on ops across sales, marketing, and market expansion. Connect with QuirinWebsite (MadeComfy): https://www.madecomfy.com.au/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/quirin-schwaighofer/ ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - questions@theelephantintheroom.com.auLooking for a Sydney Buyers Agent? https://www.gooddeeds.com.auWork with Veronica: a href="http://www.veronicamorgan.com.au" rel="noopener noreferrer"...

    46 min
  8. Kolmeo vs. the Old Model: Can Tech Fix the Property Management Space?

    21 SEPT

    Kolmeo vs. the Old Model: Can Tech Fix the Property Management Space?

    Property management in Australia has been facing challenges for years — tenants feel ignored, landlords are frustrated, and managers are burning out. The question is: is the entire model broken beyond repair? In this episode, we sit down with Scott Bateman, strategist, innovator, and founder of property management platform Kolmeo, to unpack what’s gone wrong and what the future could look like. Scott brings unique insights from running Australia’s largest property management business, where outdated systems, legislative overload, and high staff turnover made clear that incremental fixes weren’t enough. We explore why property management has long been treated as a poor cousin to sales, why one in three managers leave the industry within 11 months, and how fragmented tech solutions have created more problems than they solve. Scott also explains how AI and structured processes could standardise quality, reduce burnout, and make renting a dignified experience rather than a second-class one. Along the way, we tackle the unintended consequences of well-meaning legislation, why institutional investment won’t solve the rental crisis, and whether property managers could evolve into strategic advisors rather than administrators. This conversation isn’t just about real estate — it’s about reimagining an industry at a crossroads. Episode Highlights00:00 – Introduction: Is Property Management Broken? 01:41 – Why the Current Property Management Model Fails 05:25 – Tech: Part of the Problem or the Solution? 15:52 – Why the Industry Struggles to Embrace Change 17:20 – Market Shifts Reshaping Property Management 19:52 – How Tenant Behavior Is Changing the Market 21:36 – The Future of Property Management Technology 22:22 – Shifting Perspectives on Offshoring and Technology 23:20 – AI and the Promise of Radical Efficiency 25:08 – Challenges in Property Management Compliance 25:59 – Tenant Data, Bias, and the Rental Dilemma 31:26 – Can Property Managers Become Advisors? 36:26 – Balancing the Landlord-Tenant-Manager Triangle 41:42 – Why Scaling Property Management Is So Hard 42:19 – Lessons Learned: Rethinking the Industry About the GuestScott Bateman has firmly cemented himself as one of Australian real estate’s most influential voices on organisational strategy, technology, and innovation. With a career spanning banking, insurance, and property, Scott spent more than a decade at Westpac and IAG before leading the growth and transformation of Australia’s largest property management business. In 2020, he launched Kolmeo, a game-changing property management platform now embraced by some of the country’s most innovative agencies, including Nelson Alexander, Xceed, Melbourne Real Estate, and Marshall White. Educated at Harvard Business School, Scott blends rigorous academic research with real-world practice, offering a unique perspective on how strategy and technology can reshape industries. Connect with ScottWebsite (Kolmeo): https://kolmeo.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/batemanscott/X: https://x.com/batemanscott ResourcesVisit our website: https://www.theelephantintheroom.com.auIf you have any questions or would like to be featured on our show, contact us at:The Elephant in the Room Property Podcast - a...

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Who's really in control when you buy a property? The Elephant In The Room is where the things that no one wants to talk about, actually get talked about. Veronica Morgan, real estate agent, buyers agent and co-host of Foxtel’s Location Location Location Australia & Chris Bates, financial planner, mortgage broker and wealth coach have joined forces to find out what’s really going on in the world of real estate. Veronica and Chris talk to property owners and buyers every day in their respective lines of business. They’ve observed a wide spectrum of confidence in people’s decision making ability when buying and selling property, often to the detriment of the individuals concerned. They are both fascinated by consumer behaviour and together they’re going to uncover who’s really making the decisions when you buy a property. In each episode they get into the psyche of buyers, agents, auctioneers and other industry experts to learn the truth about how buyers are influenced and why they do the things they do. In every episode you’ll learn from the mistakes of a “property dumbo” as well as Chris & Veronica’s “elephant rider bootcamp” training session. The plan? This property podcast has been created to help us all make better property decisions!

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