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Welcome to Australian Property Talk — I'm Redom, a property fanatic.  I love sharing stories from the 1000's of investors i represent in my day job at one of Australia's biggest mortgage broking companies, Flint. I have two brilliant co-hosts who bring a perfect blend of expertise on the economy, property trends and where to buy real estate!  One is a former Treasury economist, Curtis Stewart, who runs FlintInvest - an award winning mortgage broking company for property investors Australia-wide.  His officially the smartest person i know, and full of golden nuggets! My other co-host is Adi Chanda, a man everybody loves, a seasoned buyers agent with a giant property portfolio and fellow property nerd. Adi runs Alaya Property with me, adding in a unique economics driven property strategy that outperforms all the herd following data-driven agents dominating the buyers agency scene in 2025.

  1. 1D AGO

    How Smart Investors Scale When Banks Say No

    Send a text 👉 Work with BEN ROBINSON directly: https://flintgroup.au/ben-robinson/#schedule_calculator 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest In this episode, we dive deep into Advanced Investor Lending and how sophisticated property investors continue to grow their portfolios in a high-interest-rate, low-borrowing-capacity environment. The conversation unpacks how smart investors separate emotion from assets, focus on strategy over sentiment and use lending structures as tools rather than limitations. We explore real Australian case studies showing how investors in their early 30s have scaled to five or more properties by prioritizing income growth, manufactured equity and capital growth over yield. You’ll hear practical examples of: 📌  Creating equity through renovations and timing 📌  Leveraging personal income and commission-based careers 📌  When to sell a PPOR instead of holding it as an investment 📌  Advanced debt structuring, recycling and tax efficiency 📌  Partner-to-partner property transfers and creative lending setups 📌  How elite investors keep scaling even when banks say “no” This episode is essential viewing for investors who already own property and want to move beyond basic buy-and-hold strategies into deliberate, scalable wealth creation. #PropertyInvesting #AdvancedLending #RealEstateAustralia #WealthStrategy #FinancialFreedom  Chapters 00:00 – 00:32 Introduction 00:32 – 02:30 What Advanced Investor Lending Really Is 02:30 – 06:00 Scaling Fast: Income, Equity & Investor Mindset 06:00 – 10:00 Real Case Study: Building Equity & Momentum 10:00 – 14:00 PPOR Strategy, Debt Recycling & Selling Smart 14:00 – 18:30 Creative Structuring & Advanced Lending Plays 18:30 – 22:30 Household Income Strategies & Borrowing Power 22:30 – 27:30 When Holding “Good” Assets Holds You Back 27:30 – 31:30 Deleveraging, Repositioning & Long-Term Control 31:30 – 34:37 Final Lessons for Serious Property Investors This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    35 min

  2. 5D AGO

    Australia’s Most Underrated Property Market? Newcastle Explained

    Send us a text 👉 Work with BEN ROBINSON directly: https://flintgroup.au/ben-robinson/#schedule_calculator 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest In this episode, we deep-dive into the Newcastle property market and unpack why it’s emerging as one of Australia’s most compelling long-term investment locations. Joined by Ben Robinson, a leading Newcastle mortgage broker and property strategist, we explore how Newcastle has evolved from its industrial roots into a lifestyle-driven, economically diversified regional city. The conversation covers migration trends from Sydney, remote work, infrastructure, affordability near the beach and how technology and AI may reshape where Australians choose to live by 2035. We break down residential vs commercial opportunities, discuss unit blocks, industrial warehouses near the port and explain why Newcastle shares striking similarities with other successful transition cities like Geelong. If you’re a property investor, buyer or simply curious about where Australia’s next growth corridors might be, this episode delivers long-term frameworks, practical insights and on-the-ground perspective you won’t find in headline data alone. #PropertyInvesting #NewcastleProperty #AustralianRealEstate #WealthBuilding  Chapters 00:00 – 00:39 Introduction 00:39 – 02:35 Why Newcastle is suddenly on investors’ radar 02:35 – 05:35 Sydney migration, remote work & beachside affordability 05:35 – 08:35 Newcastle as “Melbourne by the Sea” – lifestyle shift 08:35 – 11:35 Coal, steel & the myth of Newcastle’s old economy 11:35 – 14:35 Economic diversification explained 14:35 – 18:05 Ports, logistics & Newcastle’s strategic location 18:05 – 21:35 Commercial property: industrial warehouses & yields 21:35 – 24:35 Residential plays: unit blocks & land value strategies 24:35 – 29:05 Suburb evolution, inner-ring growth & CBD development 29:05 – 32:35 Why Newcastle mirrors Geelong’s growth trajectory 32:35 – 35:53 Final takeaways This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    36 min

  3. FEB 5

    Why Tasmania Could Be Australia’s Hottest Property Market in 2026

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest Tasmania is quickly emerging as one of Australia’s most compelling property investment markets heading into 2026. In this episode, we break down exactly why Tasmania is back on the radar, how rental growth is reshaping buyer behaviour and why budget investors may find their best opportunities here over the next 12–24 months. We explore: 📌 Why Tasmania underperformed after its 2017–2021 boom 📌 How double-digit rental growth is changing the market dynamic 📌 The counter-cyclical opportunity forming right now 📌 How tightening lending conditions are forcing investors into more affordable markets 📌 Where $500,000–$600,000 buyers can still compete If you’re a budget investor, first-time buyer or trying to find the next growth market before the crowd, this breakdown shows why Tasmania could be one of the most strategic investment plays for 2026  #PropertyInvestment #TasmaniaRealEstate #AustralianProperty #Investing2026 #RentalMarket Chapters 00:00 – 00:52 Introduction 00:52 – 04:00 Tasmania’s Market Cycle & Why It Lagged After the Boom 04:00 – 07:30 Rental Growth Signals & Why Investors Are Moving In 07:30 – 11:10 How Rising Rents Drive Property Prices 11:10 – 13:30 Where Can You Invest $500,000 in 2026? 13:30 – 16:45 Howrah & Clarence Region – Key Investment Metrics 16:45 – 19:30 Why Buying After a Market Drop Feels So Hard 19:30 – 22:45 Yield Advantage & Budget Investor Strategy 22:45 – 26:00 Hobart vs Launceston – Best Suburb Plays 26:00 – 30:57 Final Verdict: Is Tasmania the Next Property Boom? This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    31 min

  4. FEB 4

    The RBA Rate Rise Could Change The Market

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest Australia’s property market just hit a turning point. In this video, we break down the latest RBA interest rate decision, what it means for property investors in 2026 and why the “everything everywhere property boom” may officially be over. We dive into: 📌  Why the RBA raised rates again after cutting too early 📌  How private demand and consumer spending are driving inflation 📌  What this means for cash flow, leverage and investor confidence 📌  Why uncertainty is rising — and how that changes investor behaviour 📌  The two-speed property market emerging in 2026 📌  Where opportunities may appear as weaker investors step back This is a real-time, no-spin breakdown of monetary policy, property cycles and investor psychology — and what smart investors should be doing right now to protect and position their portfolios. Whether you’re a seasoned investor, first-time buyer or owner-occupier watching the market closely, this episode gives you the context, strategy and clarity most headlines miss. #PropertyInvesting #InterestRates #AustralianProperty #RBA #RealEstate2026  Chapters 00:00 – 00:33 Introduction 00:33 – 01:55 RBA rate rise shock & immediate market reaction 01:55 – 03:05 Did the RBA cut rates too early? Inflation mistakes explained 03:05 – 04:30 Why sentiment matters more than numbers in property markets 04:30 – 06:10 Private demand, consumer spending & inflation pressure 06:10 – 07:45 Is this actually good economic management? 07:45 – 09:15 Government spending vs interest rates: who’s really to blame? 09:15 – 10:40 Why rate rises don’t hit everyone equally 10:40 – 12:00 The end of the “everything everywhere property boom” 12:00 – 13:30 What happens to property investors in 2026 13:30 – 14:55 What investors should be doing right now 14:55 – 16:10 Why affordable properties outperform in rising rate cycles 16:10 – 17:10 Melbourne, Sydney & where opportunity is emerging 17:10 – 17:46 Final thoughts This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    18 min

  5. JAN 29

    Perth vs Melbourne: Where Should You Invest in 2026?

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest Is Perth better than Melbourne for property investing in 2026? This episode dives deep into one of the biggest debates Australian property investors are facing right now. Redom and Adi go head-to-head, with Redom backing Perth and Adi defending Melbourne, breaking down: 📌  Economic diversification vs concentration risk 📌  Boom-and-bust cycles vs long-term stability 📌  Yield vs capital growth 📌  Supply & demand pressures heading into 2026 📌  Government spending, population growth and migration trends Rather than giving a simple answer, this episode helps you understand which city suits YOUR investing strategy, where you are in your journey and how timing changes everything. Whether you’re chasing: 📌  Strong yields and tight vacancy rates 📌  Counter-cyclical growth opportunities 📌  Or long-term portfolio resilience This debate will give you the frameworks and context to make smarter property decisions. #PropertyInvesting #PerthProperty #MelbourneProperty #AustralianRealEstate #WealthBuilding  Chapters 00:00 – 00:48 | Introduction 00:48 – 02:05 | Why This Debate Matters in 2026 02:05 – 05:20 | Economic Diversification Explained 05:20 – 08:10 | Perth’s Mining Risk vs Melbourne’s Stability 08:10 – 10:20 | Property Cycles: Booms, Busts & Timing 10:20 – 13:00 | Yield vs Risk: Is Perth’s Higher Yield Worth It? 13:00 – 15:05 | Investor Psychology & Portfolio Control 15:05 – 17:20 | If This Was 2022… Would Perth Win? 17:20 – 20:00 | Supply, Demand & Vacancy Rates Compared 20:00 – 22:30 | Why Melbourne Is a ‘Micro Market’ Game 22:30 – 25:10 | Infrastructure, Population & Growth Corridors 25:10 – 28:00 | The Role of Government Spending & GST 28:00 – 31:00 | Regional vs Capital City Risk Lessons 31:00 – 34:00 | What Data Says If You Ignore History 34:00 – 36:35 | Final Verdict: Which City Is Right for YOU? This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    37 min

  6. JAN 27

    I’m Buying These 5 Property Opportunities in 2026

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest In this episode, we break down the 5 best property opportunities for 2026 and explain why now is the time to play defence, not offence. Many investors are asking: Why would you buy an apartment? In this video, we unpack why low-cost, high-yield apartments may be one of the most misunderstood and most powerful investment plays in the current cycle. Using hundreds of hours of research, real transaction data and insights from working with thousands of investors across Australia, we reveal: 📌  Why vacancy rates at 50-year lows are changing the game 📌  Where demand is strongest right now 📌  Which markets benefit from lifestyle shifts and future work trends 📌  How to position your portfolio defensively with upside This is not about buying and holding forever — it’s about reading the cycle, managing risk and positioning yourself for the next phase of growth. Whether you’re a first-time investor or scaling a large portfolio, this episode walks through real, actionable frameworks you can use today. #PropertyInvesting #RealEstateAustralia #WealthBuilding #PropertyStrategy #Investing2026  Chapters 00:00 – 00:37 Introduction 00:37 – 02:10 Why 2026 is about playing defence, not offence 02:10 – 10:18 Opportunity #1: Sub-$300k high-yield apartments 10:18 – 15:26 Opportunity #2: Lifestyle markets near major capitals 15:26 – 19:45 Opportunity #3: Data-driven markets where demand beats supply 19:45 – 25:10 Understanding economic vs lifestyle demand 25:10 – 30:40 How future work trends will reshape property demand 30:40 – 33:40 How to think about timing, cycles and exit strategy 33:40 – 35:51 Final thoughts: Building a defensive portfolio with upside This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    36 min

  7. JAN 21

    Is Darwin the next million-dollar market?

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest In this episode, we break down why Darwin and the Northern Territory are shaping up as the hottest property market heading into 2026 and beyond. From explosive price growth and ultra-tight rental vacancy rates to population growth, infrastructure spending and massive investor demand — this market is showing all the hallmarks of a full-scale property boom. We unpack: 📌  Why Darwin has surged nearly 20% in just one year 📌  How some suburbs have seen 25%+ growth in under six months 📌  Why rental yields remain strong despite rapid price increases 📌  The exact suburbs investors are targeting right now 📌  Whether Darwin still makes sense as an investment for 2026 This is a high-risk, high-reward market and we break down who this strategy is really for — and who should stay away. If you’re serious about property investing, capital growth and portfolio strategy, this episode is essential viewing. #PropertyInvesting #DarwinProperty #AustralianRealEstate #WealthBuilding #PropertyBoom Chapters 00:00 – 00:48 Introduction 00:48 – 02:30 Why Darwin Is the #1 Market of 2025 02:30 – 04:04 Investor Frenzy & Market Volatility 04:04 – 05:15 Darwin Hits 17.8% Annual Growth 05:15 – 07:12 Can Darwin Really Rise 50%+? 07:12 – 09:00 $630k to $760k in 6 Months (Real Example) 09:00 – 12:58 Population, GDP & Infrastructure Boom 12:58 – 15:59 Rental Yields & Ultra-Low Vacancy Rates 15:59 – 19:30 Best Suburbs to Invest in Right Now 19:30 – 25:09 Boom Through 2028? This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    25 min

  8. JAN 19

    2026 Danger Zone: Is Australia's Housing Bubble About to Pop?

    Send us a text 👉 BUY smarter with Alaya Property’s economics-driven strategy, getting in BEFORE the data shifts. Book your FREE call now: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithalaya 👉 Work with MORTGAGE BROKERS who invest themselves & know markets Australia-wide. Book your FREE strategy session here: https://rebrand.ly/chatwithflintinvest 2026 is setting off alarm bells across property and credit markets — and history may be warning us again. In this episode, we break down the 18.6-year property and credit cycle, a controversial but compelling theory that suggests major housing corrections tend to repeat when credit expands too far and then suddenly dries up. We explore: 📌 Why 2026 is being flagged as a danger zone 📌 How past crashes (1970s, 1990s, 2008 GFC) followed similar patterns 📌 The four phases of the property cycle: reset, recovery, boom, speculation 📌 Whether Australia is truly different — or just feels safer 📌 What property investors should actually do right now This isn’t fear-mongering. It’s about understanding credit behaviour, leverage and risk so you can make smarter decisions heading into the next phase of the cycle. #PropertyMarket #HousingCrash #PropertyInvesting #AustralianRealEstate #CreditCycle Chapters 00:00 – 00:37 | Introduction 00:37 – 03:30 | Why 2026 Is a Major Alarm Bell 03:30 – 06:30 | The 18.6-Year Property Cycle Explained 06:30 – 10:30 | The Four Phases of the Property Cycle 10:30 – 14:30 | When Debt Fuels the Boom 14:30 – 18:30 | The Speculation Phase Begins 18:30 – 23:00 | What Actually Triggers a Housing Crash 23:00 – 27:30 | Could This Happen in Australia? 27:30 – 33:30 | Property Investors Ignoring the Warning Signs 33:30 – 39:44 | Final Thoughts on 2026  This video is provided by Confidence Finance Pty Ltd (ACL 488313) & Flint Trademark Pty Ltd. This is general information only and not personal advice. Please seek credit advice from us directly and independent tax, legal or financial advice where appropriate. Reach out to us at www.australianpropertytalk.com.au

    40 min
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Welcome to Australian Property Talk — I'm Redom, a property fanatic.  I love sharing stories from the 1000's of investors i represent in my day job at one of Australia's biggest mortgage broking companies, Flint. I have two brilliant co-hosts who bring a perfect blend of expertise on the economy, property trends and where to buy real estate!  One is a former Treasury economist, Curtis Stewart, who runs FlintInvest - an award winning mortgage broking company for property investors Australia-wide.  His officially the smartest person i know, and full of golden nuggets! My other co-host is Adi Chanda, a man everybody loves, a seasoned buyers agent with a giant property portfolio and fellow property nerd. Adi runs Alaya Property with me, adding in a unique economics driven property strategy that outperforms all the herd following data-driven agents dominating the buyers agency scene in 2025.

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  • Creator
    Redom Syed
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    172
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Australian Property Talk
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    Australian Property Talk

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