Australian Property Podcast

• How to navigate property inspections with Amy & Pete

  Topics covered today: Navigating property inspections with Pete and Amy Purpose of this list is to not go into a property and check all 100 items, it’s a guide for you to determine what’s important/relevant for you -Inspections – private inspection or open home? Sometimes you only get one chance, and there may not a lot of time! -Take notes & videos (ask the agent) -Does it meet your brief? (if not - why are you there?) Property itself – building inspector does check a lot of things (dampness, roof, switchboard, appliances etc) understand this so you can focus on what’s important to you   What can and can’t you change? Location! Noise Natural light Size (yes and no) Aesthetics Storage Immediate vs future work Parking space/permit parking/traffic –can you fit in the car space? Is there a storage cage included? Make sure you get the right lot number!  Renovations (speak to your legal representative) & new structures, sleepout, decking, carports, open plumbing applications. Are they all approved & signed off? For apartments: Car space on title/storage cage Courtyard on title Common area Overlooking OC fees/minutes etc (can do this before/after inspection)      The local area: Can do this before/after the open: Zoning & overlays Planning permits, major works Local amenity School zones Streetscape Transmission lines Social housing And what about the ‘vibes?’ Most importantly - DO YOU LIKE the property? And if not, why not?  Resources for this episode Amy’s property inspection checklist Pete’s blog: How to solve the secretary problem Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Flick of the switch for Melbourne movers

  In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from Allen Wargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgage specialists talk through Melbourne’s property market switching into gear, the first signs of FOMO in Sydney property this year, and 15% of Kiwis now living in Australia. Pete and Chris also tackle some more of your listener questions. Enjoy! Topics covered today: 1 – Bargain hunters move in for Melbourne 2 – Sydney market flirting with FOMO 3 – Kiwis flee NZ in record numbers  Resources for this episode Melbourne's Home Buyers Turn Bullish After Rate Cut​ Bargain Hunters Descend on Melbourne Property​ I/O Lending Headwind No Longer​ Recession-Burned Kiwis Flee to Australia Other news of interest CKC apartment supply report – Sydney hit 14 year lows for unit supply in 2024 Record high student arrivals in February at over 200,000 Who are Australia’s migrants (Simon Kuestenmacher) Housing supply falls further behind target Average household size increasing, but only gradually now IO loans picking up finally? What are you seeing, Chris? Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg #property #australia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Step by step guide to buying property with Amy & Pete

  In this Australian Property Podcast episode Pete Wargent and Amy Lunardi deliver their step by step guide to buying property. Topics covered today: This episode covers the step by step process AFTER you’ve gone through the finance process, which we covered a few episodes ago with Owen & Chris, however some of these steps can be done before you get your finance sorted   Research – last week's episode covers this but is an essential step which a lot of people skim over, especially home buyers. Do recommend doing this before you get pre-approval, never too early, but regardless of when you do it the key things you’re ideally wanting to understand are: What’s happening in the market – broader and locally, why? Prices influence how quickly you have to move on offers, factoring into your appraisal & budget. Supply & scarcity     Research to create your PROPERTY BRIEF: your shopping list / workout plan -> ESSENTIAL STEP to moving forward   Educate yourself Learning about the fundamentals of property: settlement, conditional offers, building inspections, state specific rules Attending inspections & auctions, familiarising yourself with properties, meeting agents, starting to understand the lingo Spending more time exploring the neighbourhoods Potentially refining/changing your brief Search phase: once pre-approved and emotionally ready, actively searching Be proactive with online searches Off markets & agent communication Prioritising Saturdays and seeing properties asap Due diligence: once you’ve found a suitable property / green light Free and straight away: appraisal, local area check, council call, planning checks, landchecker, body corporate/owners corporation, old photos, agent info/notes, inclusions, speak to broker Contract review- when and why Building inspection & any other trade quotes – when and why Important to still keep searching throughout for backup plans. Sometimes 2 options need to strategise re timing Making an offer OR bidding at auction Making an offer: how? Ask agent their process and timeframes. Conditional versus unconditional, price versus terms. Deposit Auctions and buying prior Post sale – documentation, finalise loan, final inspection, insurances, utilities Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• Property market weathers storms

  In this Australian Property Podcast episode, your hosts Pete Wargent from AllenWargent Property Buyers and Chris Bates from Alcove mortgages talk about the impacts of ex-tropical cyclone Alfred, where the apartment market will turn a corner, and the bounce in sentiment for Melbourne property. Topics covered today: 1 – Floods impact insurance 2 – How Australia’s property market spun out of control - and what we can do to fix it 3 – Apartment cycle turns the corner Resources for this episode How to Build a Future Property prices, investors, first-home buyers and affordability Building approvals at 25-month high The development tide has turned on apartments Council Housing Targets - Report Homebuyers can lift their budget & slash their budget – but here’s why they shouldn’t Sydney’s most advantaged suburb – it’s not where you think Risk of Trump-cession rising – stock markets fall as public sector spending is cut, painfully period of detox ahead for US, plus tariffs uncertainty Trumpcession narrative catches bid Storm floods some parts of Brisbane and Gold Coast Melbourne is a renter’s oasis Oil price at a 3-year low Why did inflation surge? Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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• How to research real estate like a pro

  Researching property is more than just browsing listings—it’s about understanding the broader market, the suburb, and the specific property you're considering. In this episode of The Australian Property Podcast, Owen and Amy break it down into three key categories to help you make informed decisions. 1. The Broader Property Market Understanding macro trends: capital growth, dwelling types, market strength, and demographics. Why this matters for home buyers and investors. Key resources: ABS, CoreLogic, Macrobusiness, Profile.id, and financial news. Limitations: historical data lag, misleading statistics and market variability. 2. Researching a Suburb Prices and growth can vary by street, amenities, and dwelling type. Key factors: shops, cafés, schools, transport, demographics, and rental demand. How to research: online tools (REA, Domain, Google Maps), spending time in the area, speaking to locals and agents. 3. Researching a Property Due diligence: Identifying red flags and understanding the true value. Free checks: Property alignment with your brief, past sales, zoning, overlays, developments, title details, and speaking to your broker. Next steps: Building inspections, contract reviews, and trade quotes for further assessment. Tune in to learn how to research property like a pro and make confident decisions in your buying journey Rask Resources Pete's Buyers Agency: https://www.allenwargent.com.au Alcove mortgage broking: https://www.raskmedia.com.au/services/mortgage-broking  Amy Lunardi Buyers Agency (Melbourne) www.amylunardi.com.au  All services: https://bit.ly/R-services Financial Planning: https://bit.ly/R-plan  Invest with us: https://bit.ly/R-invest  Access Show Notes: https://bit.ly/R-notes  Ask a question: https://bit.ly/R-quest  DISCLAIMER: This podcast contains general financial information only. That means the information does not take into account your objectives, financial situation, or needs. Because of that, you should consider if the information is appropriate to you and your needs, before acting on it. If you’re confused about what that means or what your needs are, you should always consult a licensed and trusted financial planner. Unfortunately, we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information in this podcast, including any financial, taxation, and/or legal information. Remember, past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. The Rask Group is NOT a qualified tax accountant, financial (tax) adviser, or financial adviser. Access The Rask Group's Financial Services Guide (FSG): https://www.rask.com.au/fsg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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