Suburb Data with Damien & Jeremy

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The Suburb Data Podcast is your ultimate guide to property investing and expert busting. With over 20 years of experience, Damien and Jeremy guide you on a journey to property investment success, helping you avoid common mistakes using the demand to supply ratio (DSR) algorithm.

  1. Ep. 49: Is a Buyer’s Agent Really Worth It in Today’s Market

    6D AGO · VIDEO

    Ep. 49: Is a Buyer’s Agent Really Worth It in Today’s Market

    Are buyer’s agents worth it right now or mostly clever marketing? 🏡 We unpack what a buyer’s agent actually does, where they add real value, and the traps to watch like bias, glossy reports, and chasing off market or under market value. We compare Perth’s surge with Melbourne’s flat patch, share a real case study of a unit that went backwards over nearly ten years, and explain when to use a local pro versus going DIY with our Suburb Data tools. Like, comment, and subscribe for more straight talking property chats.   Episode Highlights 00:00 - Introduction 00:47 - BA vs Selling agent, what’s the difference? 05:20 - Advantages of having a BA? 16:00 - Example: Melbourne vs Perth 18:38 - Disadvantages & limitations of a BA 23:34 - When a BAD is worth it or not 28:25 - Harris Park unit example 31:21 - Conclusion   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: • Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    38 min
  2. Ep. 48: Q&A – SMSF, Perth Yields, Depreciation, Timing & More

    SEP 24 · VIDEO

    Ep. 48: Q&A – SMSF, Perth Yields, Depreciation, Timing & More

    We are back with another Q&A answering the questions you have sent through 🙌 We cover depreciation myths and why new builds often underperform, the big yield versus growth debate, units in big cities, and whether Perth is still worth buying into. We also talk about SMSFs, red flag awards, and the strategies that really drive long term results. If you have ever wondered if it is too late to start investing at forty, whether chasing yield actually helps you grow a portfolio, or how to spot oversupply before it hurts your returns, this one is for you. Leave your questions in the comments and we will hit them up in the next Q and A.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 02:01 - Question 01 06:12 - Question 02 11:28 - Question 03 16:35 - Question 04 20:24 - Question 05 26:30 - Question 06 27:57 - Question 07 30:21 - Question 08 38:45 - Question 09   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: • Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    45 min
  3. Ep. 47: DSR3 Has Landed: Inside Our New Property Research Platform

    SEP 10 · VIDEO

    Ep. 47: DSR3 Has Landed: Inside Our New Property Research Platform

    It’s finally here DSR 3! 🚀 In this episode, we reveal the brand-new version of our Demand to Supply Ratio algorithm and show you how it stacks up against the old models. From why we built it from scratch and why it’s a big leap forward in predicting capital growth, we cover it all. Plus, we take you on a tour of the new Suburb Data platform. Heat-maps, historical charts, context rulers, and our new pay-per-use model designed to make research more flexible than ever.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 00:51 - Why we built DSR3 06:58 - Suburb Data website tour 09:36 - How to search for cashflow vs capital growth 24:11 - Common traps 26:37 - Exploring the tool further 27:45 - Historical charts 38:01 - Heat maps 44:31 - What features are coming next?   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    47 min
  4. Ep. 46: Is There a Perfect Suburb?

    AUG 27 · VIDEO

    Ep. 46: Is There a Perfect Suburb?

    Is there really such a thing as the perfect suburb? 🏡 In this episode, we bust the myth and talk about why chasing perfection can lead to analysis paralysis and missed opportunities. From cherry-picked “hotspot” reports to buyer’s agents with blinkers on, we share why every suburb has trade-offs and what really matters when weighing up growth, cash flow and risk.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 02:50 - Have you ever found a metric perfect suburb? 03:38 - Can a suburb be perfect for investment? 10:40 - 2014 Data: Analysis paralysis 13:37 - Pitfalls of the chasing the perfect investment suburb 16:47 - Can you trust the data? 18:19 - Look for reliability 19:06 - Is there a perfect house? 23:21 - Conclusion   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    25 min
  5. Ep. 45: Using Data & Tech to Make Smarter Property Decisions

    AUG 13 · VIDEO

    Ep. 45: Using Data & Tech to Make Smarter Property Decisions

    Old-school advice told us to "buy near the CBD" and "chase high income areas" but does the data actually back that up? In this episode, we dig into why data and tech are changing the property game, how smart investors are using it to make better calls, and why clinging to outdated ideas could be costing you 💥   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 00:31 - The problem with old school investing 02:57 - Why does data driven investing work better? 09:00 - How has tech changed the game? 14:10 - Not all data is equal 15:48 - What does use of smart data look like? 20:06 - An example when good data has prevented a poor decision 25:10 - Conclusion   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    27 min
  6. Ep. 44: Scaling and Making Smarter Investment Decisions

    JUL 30 · VIDEO

    Ep. 44: Scaling and Making Smarter Investment Decisions

    This week we’re building on last episode’s foundations and diving into smart scaling, how to balance growth vs yield, how to avoid emotional traps, and whether chasing “undervalued” deals is actually costing you 💸 Damien fires off rapid-fire questions while Jeremy drops some spicy truths (including his early mistakes!). Whether you’re a new investor or scaling up, this one's packed with practical tips, laughs and a few hard truths.   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 00:34 - How do you balance high rental yields with capital growth? 04:15 - Suburb Data context ruler example 09:05 - How does leveraging equity help scale faster? 10:44 - Pulling out equity when available 13:08 - What’s the best way to accelerate capital growth? 19:03 - Signs of an emotional decision 22:20 - How would you choose a good property manager? 29:32 - Have you talked a client out of a bad deal due to bias? 33:30 - Data vs sentiment 34:10 - Is data useful in an emotional market? 35:29 - How to stay objective when getting caught up in the noise?     Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    37 min
  7. JUL 16 · VIDEO

    Ep. 43: The Foundations of High-Performing Property Selection

    What makes a suburb really worth investing in? In this episode, we chat about the key ingredients of a high-performing property. From suburb selection and asset quality to emotional traps and the overhyped “blue chip” myth. Grab a coffee and tune in for a no-BS chat full of tips, laughs and a bit of expert busting. Let us know your biggest property investing lesson in the comments!   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 02:09 - How can investors minimise mistakes? 08:59 - Most common emotional pitfalls 12:12 - Investor mistake process 16:09 - How is DSR different from its competitors? 21:22 - How often should investors review the DSR score? 25:40 - What’s the first thing to check on the ground 27:42 - How does infrastructure developments impact growth? 30:52 - Strong DSR score, underperforming?   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    38 min
  8. Ep. 42: Why Tracking Your Money is the Key to Financial Freedom

    JUL 2 · VIDEO

    Ep. 42: Why Tracking Your Money is the Key to Financial Freedom

    We always talk about property investing, but this time we’re digging into the money habits that make it all possible 💸 From dodging credit card traps to tracking your surplus and actually sticking to a budget, we’re sharing what’s worked (and what hasn’t) over the years. Whether you’re trying to save for your first property or just want to feel less broke by Friday, this one’s for you. Let us know in the comments if you want more episodes like this—we’re keen to keep it going if you are!   Episode Highlights: 00:00 - Introduction 01:23 - Financial quotes 05:30 - What triggered an interest in money management 10:10 - Money management mistakes 12:05 - What is an easy starting point? 15:06 - Does being frugal = wealth? 20:59 - Is saving different when being an investor? 24:39 - What is the easiest way to start tracking finances? 27:02 - Best financial habit? 28:11 - Going back in time, what would you do differently? 29:46 - Cash is king! 31:23 - Conclusion   Got questions or feedback? Email us: PODCAST (AT) SUBURBDATA.COM.AU   DISCLAIMER: Please be aware that the content presented in this video is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. • The information provided is not tailored to your individual circumstances, and we do not consider your specific financial situation. • It is strongly recommended to consult with a qualified financial advisor or professional before making any financial decisions based on the content of this video, as we have neither offered nor provided legal, financial, or taxation advice to the Listener, Reader, or Viewer. • We do not hold an Australian Financial Services Licence as defined by section 9 of the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth) and is not authorized to provide financial services. • Any actions taken by viewers based on the information in this video are at their own risk.

    34 min

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The Suburb Data Podcast is your ultimate guide to property investing and expert busting. With over 20 years of experience, Damien and Jeremy guide you on a journey to property investment success, helping you avoid common mistakes using the demand to supply ratio (DSR) algorithm.

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