355 - What's Your Property Buying Strategy? ft. Lachlan Delahunty
In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Lachlan Delahunty, Managing Director of Follio, about their rebranding and focus on portfolio management. Lachlan emphasizes strategies such as debt reduction, rent vesting, and leveraging their new software tool, Prop Stack, to manage client portfolios. They discuss Perth's current property market, highlighting a 50/50 client focus on Perth and other markets, and emphasize the importance of diversification. Lachlan projects a 15% growth in Perth's property market over the next year, with units potentially seeing a 20% rise. Specific investment advice includes targeting units between $650K and $700K, especially with the upcoming first home buyer scheme.
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354 - Mortgages & Interest Rates Update ft. Sam Carrello
In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Sam Carrello, a top mortgage broker, about the current state of the Western Australian property market. They discuss the record low stock on market, the impact of recent RBA rate cuts, changes in the first home loan deposit scheme, and adjustments in the way hex debts are assessed. With the stock of available properties dwindling to below 3,000 and prices rising, the conversation also touches on the increasing demand driven by more favourable lending policies and government schemes. Sam and Trent delve into the competitive landscape, especially in the sub-$1 million property segment, and offer advice on how potential buyers can optimize their financial positions and leverage current market opportunities.
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353 - How Does A Lifestyle Village Work? ft. John Wood
This week, Trent Fleskens hosts John Wood, Managing Director of Providence Lifestyle Group, to discuss the history and development of lifestyle villages in Western Australia. From his early days growing up in the caravan industry to pioneering lifestyle villages, John shares insights on the transformation from basic caravans to sophisticated modular homes. They cover topics like the origins of lifestyle villages, the economic and practical benefits for residents, policy and legislative challenges, and future project expansions. The conversation highlights how lifestyle villages can be a significant part of the solution to the housing crisis in WA.
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352 - Is This The Best Insurance Money Can Buy? ft. Paul Watkins
This week, Trent Fleskens delves into the importance of Title Insurance, a topic not discussed in over six years. Joined by Paul Watkins from Stewart Title, the episode covers what Title Insurance is, its costs, and real-life examples of its benefits. They discuss unapproved building works, boundary disputes, and issues in newly subdivided land. Trent shares his personal experience of making a successful claim with Stewart Title, emphasizing the value and peace of mind it provides.
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351 - Property Tax 101 Essentials ft. Carlo Bordi
In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Carl Bordi from Bordi and Associates about essential tax topics for property investors. They discuss fundamental topics such as which property-related expenses are tax-deductible, the intricacies of depreciation, and the mechanics of negative gearing. The conversation also covers the implications of capital gains tax, the best entities to purchase properties under, and the potential impacts of policy changes. Bordi offers practical advice on delineating between repairs and improvements, handling multiple investment properties, and the nuances of GST implications. The episode wraps up with guidance on tax filing deadlines for property investors.
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Trent Fleskens is the Managing Director of https://www.strategicpropertygroup.com.au, https://www.strategicmortgagesperth.com.au, and https://www.strategicsettlements.com.au
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