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John Pidgeon & Rachelle Kroon
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    826 the 5 biggest property investing mistakes and how to avoid them

    07/07/2026 | 41 mins.
    Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH
    John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M

    John & Rach unpack the 5 biggest mistakes property investors make (John's made all of them!) and what to do differently.

    Related episodes:
    🎧 439 John's 8 point property investing strategy - Apple | Spotify

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    Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au
    Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

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    825 the truth about Airbnb as a property strategy

    30/06/2026 | 45 mins.
    Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH
    John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M

    Is your property Airbnb-worthy? John Pidgeon is joined by Sally Broad, co-founder of Airready, a short-term holiday rental management company based on Victoria's Surf Coast. They talk about:

    👉🏼 why Sally started the business
    👉🏽 how do you know if your property is Airbnb-ready?
    👉🏾 what impacts vacancy rates?
    👉🏿 how Sally scaled the business
    👉🏻 navigating local council
    👉 can any property become suitable for short stay holiday rental?
    👉🏼 Airready's fee structure
    👉🏽 the investor misconception about using an Airbnb property strategy
    👉🏾 where is the short-stay market heading?

    this is property is proudly brought to you by:
    Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au
    Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

    Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/

    We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty
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    824 buying your first investment property with Glen James

    23/06/2026 | 1h 14 mins.
    Rachelle's & Glen's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH
    John's book, Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future: https://amzn.to/45l7n9M

    This episode is for anyone considering buying their first property as an investment rather than a place to live, or if you already own your own home. Rachelle is joined by Glen James, host of money money money and co-author of their book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property available now. Rachelle & Glen chat about:

    👉🏼 when's the right time to buy an investment?
    👉🏽 is it still a good idea since the 2026 Federal Budget announced changes?
    👉🏾 where to buy
    👉🏿 performance growth
    👉🏽 negative gearing changes and managing losses
    👉🏻what to consider before buying a new build
    👉 managing the emotional and practical risks
    👉🏼 budgeting for costs - deposit, ongoing & maintenance
    👉🏽 interest only or principle & interest?
    👉🏾 using a buyer's agent - is it for you?
    👉🏿 selecting good tenants
    👉🏻 the very real disadvantage for solo buyers in this property climate

    this is property is proudly brought to you by:
    Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au
    Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

    Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/

    We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty
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    823 buying your first home to live in with Glen James

    16/06/2026 | 1h 3 mins.
    Rachelle & Glen's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH

    In this deep dive for first home buyers, Rachelle and Glen James from money money money unpack their new book The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property, walking through the full property buying process step by step. They talk about:

    👉🏼 before you start looking
    👉🏽 property research
    👉🏾 making an offer & negotiating
    👉🏿 putting down a deposit and the cooling off period
    👉🏻 contracts & finance clauses
    👉 building & pest inspections
    👉🏼 the unconditional exchange
    👉🏽 pre-settlement inspection
    👉🏾 preparing for settlement day delays
    👉🏿 navigating the emotions of buying
    👉🏻 Govt schemes and incentives
    👉 does off market = red flag?

    this is property is proudly brought to you by:
    Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au
    Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

    Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/

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    822 every first home buyer scheme & incentive (and how to stack them)

    09/06/2026 | 35 mins.
    Rachelle's book, The Quick-Start Guide to Your First Property: https://amzn.to/4svhyoH

    In this episode, Rachelle breaks down every national and state-based scheme available to first home buyers right now, real client case studies to show exactly how much money you can save and explains which incentives you can combine for maximum impact. She touches on:

    👉🏼 the First Home Super Saver scheme (FHSS)
    👉🏽 the Australian Government 5% Deposit Scheme
    👉🏾 the 2% deposit variation for single parents
    👉🏿 the Australian Government Help to Buy Scheme
    👉 Stamp duty concessions state-by-state for an $800k purchase
    👉🏼 the First Home Owner Grant (FHOG) for new builds

    Learn more:
    https://firsthomebuyers.gov.au/
    https://www.firsthome.gov.au/

    this is property is proudly brought to you by:
    Solvere Wealth: https://www.solverewealth.com.au
    Sphere Home Loans: https://www.spherehomeloans.com.au

    Join our Facebook community, Australian Property Chat: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2324273761134945/

    We're on Youtube! Subscribe to this is property: https://www.youtube.com/@thisisproperty
    Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Join John Pidgeon — property investor, coach, buyers’ advocate and author — and Rachelle Kroon, mortgage broker, investor, and founder of Sphere Home Loans, as they dive into all things property. From buying your first home to building a portfolio, they share practical insights, expert advice, and real-world stories. With guests from every corner of the property space, John and Rachelle will help you take your next step with clarity and confidence.Formerly my millennial property. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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