In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Amy Lunardi from Amy Lunardi Property step you through their top 5 tips for buying a property with less time, cost, and stress.
Here is what they discuss:
How long should a property search ideally take? 1 to 6 months depending on how prepared you are and the search in question?
What if it’s taking you longer, is that OK?
What is the main issue stopping you from buying successfully?
The top 5 issues likely to be keeping you stuck in your property search:
1 - Having an unclear or unrealistic property brief
2 - Not adapting to changing market conditions
3 - Not being proactive with agents or off-market deals
4 - Not prioritising the search (we’re all busy after all!)
5 - Lack of knowledge or confidence
3 signs you’re going wrong with your search.
Some psychology tips from Amy!
A few signs that you’re likely on the right track! If you’re just missing out or you are the under-bidder at an auction, for example. When to engage a professional or buyer’s agent - if you are too busy or mentally exhausted.
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Inflation comes in hot
In this Australian Property Podcast, Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers runs through what the hot inflation figures mean for interest rates and property.
He also looks at what the 5% deposit scheme is doing to housing prices, as well as looking at the 3 big property news stories of the week:
– 5% scheme kicks off new housing market cycle
– The property tax debacle unfolding in Canberra
– The new housing hack to beat the bank of Mum & Dad
– Listener Q&A
– Other news of interest
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Interest rates on hold as inflation comes in hot
Perth prices approach $1m milestone
Victoria’s land tax problems hit The Block
1 in 3 property markets now command a 7-figure median – Cotality1 in 3 property markets now command a 7-figure median – LinkedIn
101 storey mega-tower unit block approved for Gold Coast, Southport – 1 Park Lane101 storey mega-tower unit block approved for Gold Coast, Southport – ABC
In Parramatta sits a vacant residential tower – due to defects
Commercial land values fell in FY2025 – resi continues to rise in WA & QLD especially
More WFH claims to come
Private credit critical to fixing rental crisis
Sydney housing is an affordability disaster zone
Chapters (approximate)
(00:00) Introduction
(02:46) Inflation Insights and Economic Impact
(06:58) Interest Rates and Economic Predictions
(10:45) Housing Market Trends and Challenges
(14:34) Development Approvals and Future Outlook
(17:42) Rising Residential Land Values
(19:52) Impact of the 5% Deposit Scheme
(22:39) Property Tax Reform Challenges
(25:59) Innovative Housing Solutions
(27:53) Immigration and Its Economic Effects
Rask Resources
Pete's Buyers Agency
Alcove mortgage broking
Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne)
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Financial Planning
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David Gardner, 6 traits to beat the market, rule breakers & legacy
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your host Owen Rask sits down with David Gardner (co-founder of The Motley Fool and author of Rule Breaker Investing) to discuss:
– Beating the market vs indexing
– The “lose to win” philosophy and position sizing
– The six traits of rule-breaker companies
– Conscious capitalism, purpose and culture
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Topics Covered
– Beating the market: why David still believes individuals can outperform and why most don’t try
– Lose to win: accepting frequent small losses to capture rare, massive winners (Babe Ruth analogy)
– Six rule-breaker traits: top dog & first mover, sustainable edge, strong price action, leadership/backers, brand love, and “overvalued” narratives
– Final thoughts & how to learn more: AI’s role in research (not a reason to quit stock picking) and making portfolios reflect our best vision for our future
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Visit TermPlus to learn more
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Darwin property market is pumping
In this Australian Property Podcast episode your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgages discuss the big 3 property news stories of the week.
They discussed how nervous upgraders are waiting to make decisions, while investors and first homebuyers pike in…especially in Darwin.
They also covered some of your listener questions in the Listener Q&A at the end, so stick around for that.
Here’s what they covered:
– Unemployment lifts to 4-year high
– Policy changes see spike in home building
– Negotiation tips: Brendan thought he’d found a home, then the agent asked for more money
– Listener Q&A
– Other news of interest
Chapters (approximate)
(00:00) Introduction
(03:59) Nervous upgraders
(06:46) Finance for Developers
(08:33) New Home Sales Jump 26%
(13:20) Approval to Completion on New Builds
(15:31) Unemployment lifts to 4-year high
(24:02) Policy changes see spike in home building
(31:42) Negotiation tips: Agent asked for more money
(37:56) Listener question
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Westpac Economics – Labour Force September 2025
Policy changes see spike in home building – HIA
Brendan was looking for a Melbourne home. Then the agent asked for more money – Domain
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Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne)
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Should immigration be cut to lower levels?
In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from the Alcove group mortgage specialists do a deep-dive on the pros and cons of Australia’s immigration program.
Topics covered
– What is a migrant?
– What is Australia’s migration target?
– 2025-26 permanent migration target
– 4 costs of immigration for Australia
– 4 benefits of immigration for Australia
– Internal migration - where and how Aussies are choosing to live?
– Our views - a balanced perspective
Chapters (approximate)
(00:00) Understanding Migration's Impact on Australia
(05:51) Migration Numbers: A Historical Perspective
(12:20) The Pros and Cons of Immigration
(19:08) International Students and Economic Growth
(22:24) The Impact of Skilled Migration on Source Countries
(24:22) Changing Trends in Australian Migration
(26:27) Housing Market Pressures and Delayed Family Planning
(29:06) Demographic Shifts and Housing Demand
(30:08) Targeted Student Migration for Skill Gaps
(33:41) The Role of Immigration in Economic Growth
(38:52) Cultural Diversity and Its Benefits
(41:56) Future of Immigration and Housing in Australia
Resources for this episode
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The Australian Property Podcast is hosted by four of Australia's top property investors and/or financial educators, including:
Amy Lunardi, buyer's agent and founder of Amy Lunardi Property.
Owen Rask, founder of The Rask Group and investment analyst.
Pete Wargent, six-time author and buyer's agent.
Chris Bates, mortgage broker and founder of Alcove.
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