Andrew Wright Property Podcast

Andrew Wright

🎧 Real deals, real strategies, real results. Learn how to find, fund, and operate profitable property plays from someone who’s actually done it. Hosted by Andrew Wright, principal of Professionals Southport and a commercial investor who rebuilt after losing a ~$15M portfolio during the GFC, this podcast gives you a straight-talking look at what it really takes to build wealth through property. Each episode delivers practical frameworks, real deal breakdowns, and honest conversations with high-performing investors and operators across residential and commercial. But it’s bigger than the episodes. The goal is to build a community of like-minded investors who share stories, swap insights, help each other grow and maybe even do deals together. 🔗 Join the community & learn more - leave your email at: www.andrewwrightproperty.com.au 📍 Connect with Andrew: hello@andrewwrightproperty.com.au

  1. EP29: How Developers Make Millions Before Building Anything with Josh Duce

    6d ago

    EP29: How Developers Make Millions Before Building Anything with Josh Duce

    Most people think property development is about construction. Josh Duce disagrees. In this episode of The Andrew Wright Property Podcast, Josh reveals how developers can create millions of dollars in value before a single sod is turned. By securing large development sites on long settlements or option agreements, obtaining development approvals, and understanding planning frameworks, Josh has built a business around identifying opportunities that most investors never even see. At just 30 years old, Josh has been involved in projects that have transformed raw land into multi-million-dollar development opportunities, often without needing to fund the entire purchase upfront. From off-market acquisitions and rezoning opportunities to due diligence, council negotiations, and development approvals, this episode provides a rare behind-the-scenes look at how sophisticated developers think. Josh also shares several real case studies, including projects in Canungra, Toowoomba, Gladstone, Gatton and beyond, where strategic planning decisions created significant value long before construction began. In this episode: How developers create value before construction starts Finding and securing off-market development sites Using long settlements and option agreements to control large sites Why due diligence is the most important part of development How zoning, overlays and planning schemes impact land value The role of development approvals in creating massive uplifts Real-world development deals and lessons learned The future of property intelligence, AI and development site sourcing Whether you're a property investor, developer, or simply curious about how large-scale projects come together, this episode offers valuable insights into one of the most misunderstood areas of real estate. https://andrewwrightproperty.com.au/

    1h 5m
  2. EP28: Why Most Investors Never Find the Best Property Deals — with Carson Bolt

    Jun 1

    EP28: Why Most Investors Never Find the Best Property Deals — with Carson Bolt

    Most property investors are buying from the same pool as everyone else. Public listings. Competitive auctions. Emotion-driven offers. And according to Carson Bolt, that’s exactly why so many investors overpay. In this episode of The Andrew Wright Property Podcast, Andrew sits down with Carson Bolt to unpack how experienced investors find better property deals before they ever hit the public market and why relationships, networks, and positioning matter more than most people realise. This conversation goes far beyond “off-market deals.” Carson shares how serious investors build relationships with agents, position themselves as credible buyers, and gain access to opportunities that never appear online. The episode also explores why many investors struggle to scale, not because they lack money, but because they’re competing for the same visible properties as everyone else. If you’ve ever wondered why some investors consistently seem to find better deals, this episode explains what’s really happening behind the scenes. In this episode: Why the best property deals are often never publicly advertised How experienced investors access off-market opportunities The importance of relationships in property investing Why many buyers overpay in competitive markets How to position yourself as a serious buyer The role buyer’s agents can play in sourcing better deals Why networking matters more than most investors think The difference between average deals and strategic deals This episode is a must-listen for investors who want to stop competing with the crowd and start finding opportunities others never see. Visit https://andrewwrightproperty.com.au/ to learn how to find, fund, and operate profitable property deals from someone who’s actually done it.

    1h 2m
  3. EP27: When the Bank Says No, the Real Deals Begin

    May 25

    EP27: When the Bank Says No, the Real Deals Begin

    When the bank says no, most investors walk away. Andrew Wright does the opposite. In this episode, Andrew breaks down the creative finance strategies he’s used to buy multiple commercial and industrial properties without traditional bank loans including private lending, vendor finance, joint ventures, long settlements, and lease structuring. You’ll hear real examples of how Andrew secured deals other investors couldn’t buy, including industrial sheds, development sites, and commercial properties that banks refused to fund. This episode is a masterclass in thinking differently about property finance and understanding that sometimes the best opportunities exist precisely because traditional lenders won’t touch them. In this episode:  Why commercial property may outperform residential property in the current market  How Andrew bought multiple properties without using bank financing  The power of private lending and short-term “bridging” strategies  How vendor finance works and why sellers sometimes prefer it  Using long settlements and lease agreements to unlock bank funding later  Why relationships and negotiation skills matter more than ever  How to structure deals that work for both buyer and seller  The biggest mistakes investors make when banks reject their loan applications If you’ve ever walked away from a deal because finance was declined, this episode will completely change how you think about property investing. Visit https://andrewwrightproperty.com.au/

    43 min
  4. EP24: From Refugee to Property Empire with Peter Puljich

    May 4

    EP24: From Refugee to Property Empire with Peter Puljich

    This episode tells the story most investors will never experience but can learn everything from. How does someone arrive in Australia with nothing, no English, no money and go on to build a property empire worth hundreds of millions? In this conversation, Andrew sits down with Peter Puljich, founder of Living Gems, to unpack the real journey behind the success, from working construction jobs to building high-rise projects, and eventually creating one of Australia’s most successful land lease community businesses. But this isn’t just a story. It’s a masterclass in how wealth is actually built over decades through strategy, patience, and a completely different way of thinking about property. Peter shares the exact model he used to create long-term wealth, including how he structured deals so he could recover his capital early and keep the upside for life. In this episode, you’ll learn: How Peter turned a caravan park into a long-term income and wealth machine Why owning the land (not just the property) is where the real money is The strategy behind buying “unloved” or overlooked locations How zoning uplift creates massive value most investors miss Why relationships (especially with agents) directly impact your success The mindset required to build wealth over decades, not monthsIf you’re serious about property, this episode will challenge how you think about deals, risk, and long-term wealth. Subscribe to the Andrew Wright Property Podcast for more real deals, strategies, and insights from investors building serious portfolios.www.andrewwrightproperty.com.au

    41 min
  5. EP22: How to Spot Bad Property Deals Before They Cost You

    Apr 20

    EP22: How to Spot Bad Property Deals Before They Cost You

    Most property investors are still looking for the next deal. But in today’s market, that’s the wrong focus. With higher interest rates, tighter lending, and rising costs, the margin for error is smaller than it’s been in years. Deals that might have worked in the past are now falling apart, not because they look bad upfront, but because the risks are hiding beneath the surface. In this episode, Andrew breaks down real deals he walked away from including a high-yield commercial property, a development site with hidden costs, and a “too good to be true” subdivision opportunity. Each one looked profitable on the surface… but deeper due diligence revealed risks that could have cost hundreds of thousands. If you’re serious about protecting your capital and making smarter investment decisions, this episode will change how you evaluate deals. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why high-yield properties can actually be the riskiest deals The hidden red flags most investors miss (before it’s too late) How due diligence clauses protect you — and when to use them The real cost of ignoring location, access, and infrastructure risks How to separate marketing hype from actual development potential Want to avoid costly mistakes and invest smarter? Visit https://andrewwrightproperty.com.au/ to learn how to find, fund and operate profitable property deals from someone who’s actually done it.   Subscribe and follow the show for more real deals, strategies, and lessons from the field.

    42 min

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🎧 Real deals, real strategies, real results. Learn how to find, fund, and operate profitable property plays from someone who’s actually done it. Hosted by Andrew Wright, principal of Professionals Southport and a commercial investor who rebuilt after losing a ~$15M portfolio during the GFC, this podcast gives you a straight-talking look at what it really takes to build wealth through property. Each episode delivers practical frameworks, real deal breakdowns, and honest conversations with high-performing investors and operators across residential and commercial. But it’s bigger than the episodes. The goal is to build a community of like-minded investors who share stories, swap insights, help each other grow and maybe even do deals together. 🔗 Join the community & learn more - leave your email at: www.andrewwrightproperty.com.au 📍 Connect with Andrew: hello@andrewwrightproperty.com.au

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