Scouting Australia Podcast

Q&A#5 - Bank Vals, Legals and Being Honest With Yourself

Coming in hot from overseas it's Q&A#5 and boy do we have some questions just as delicious as paella. Today the Bull Shark Sammy Gordon and Silver dog Jimmy Ibrahim tackle some pretty hard-hitting topics around personal reflection as a property investor, how much cash do you realistically need to begin investing in metro areas, the legalities of property with tenants and a curiosity as to why 'Anon' won't reveal themselves... We answer these questions every month so if you've got burning questions for the Bullshark and dog it's time to send them into apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Question from Anonymous Smith - [03:30] Be honest with yourself - [06:00] When the bank val is short of what you expected - [08:20] The Asply refinance - [10:00] How does APS determine whether a deal is right for someone - [12:00] Understand the way it works - [16:20] Mikey C comes in with a pregnant case study - [18:10] How much money do I need to start my journey - [22:10] Feeling generous to the first time investors - [27:50] A rising tide lifts all boats - [31:00] - WW Is it expensive to remove a tenant - [32:15] Reflection of yourself as a property investor - [35:20] What does it always come down to - [36:50] Does your serviceability allow it - [39:20]   If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Shark Bites - How Interest Rates & Inflation Affects House Prices

It's that time of the week to get your frenzy feed of property knowledge delivered by the Bull Shark Sammy Gordon himself. Some hard hitting facts in today's episode that you can apply to your property portfolio right now! Don't wait around for the herd to step in, learn how to invest in the current environment that you're in! Pay attention to the facts! Ears at the ready! Volume up! Let's go! Bite #1: Build costs never go down - [00:42] Bonus Bite: About top-end custom building Franzy Bite: How can builders go under Bite #2: Inflation devalues debt -  [03:43] Bite #3: Inflation is a good thing for property investors - [04:27] Bite #4: Interest rates affect supply and demand - [04:42] Bite #5: People who are affected the most - [05:53] Bite #6: Interest rates aren't the be all end all - [07:01] Bite #7: Look for the opportunity in the environment presented to you - [07:57] Bite #8: Not letting the noise get into your head - [08:53] Bonus Bite: Generally the best buying windows in history If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

How Interest Rates and Inflation affect House Prices

We've got an exciting episode for all of you data nerds out there! Today, the Bull Shark Sammy Gordon has got his strategic lieutenant big Luke Teeuwsen to discuss 'how interest rates and inflation affect house prices'. This episode couldn't be more timely as we're two days out from the next inflation data pack! Tune in to see how the Australian Property Scout team unpacks the current market, the high-interest rate environment and what to expect over the coming months and beyond to discover where the opportunities are.   If you've got a couple of neigh-sayers in your circle or simply want to prove a point then this episode is the one to share.    Recap - [00:35] Luke kept his job - [01:17] Let's dive into inflation - [03:00] Build prices never go down - [05:23] A reactionary measure - [09:10] Here's what happens in high inflation periods - [10:35] Interest rates affect house prices - [13:25] Understand high interest rate environment competition - [15:07] Sammy how do interest rates affect your portfolio - [18:03] A market never holds its peak - [20:16] Interest rates affect affordability - 20:54] In a good way or a bad way - [23:35]But what is the opportunity?! - [25:22] Is now an opportunity to buy? - [27:46] Here's the golden stamp of approval - [30:16] Would you take this offer - [32:03] There will always be people who deter you - [35:28] Jimmy's on the chopping block potentially - [38:59]   If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Shark Bites - Is Cash-Flow Dead?

Sharp, quick & hard chunks of knowledge coming to you today in Shark Bites #4 Is Cash-Flow dead!? This was was a reality check for some but a great lesson for most from the Bull Shark himself Sammy Gordon. Pay attention, sit down, notebooks out and start learning!   Those new to Shark Bites - [00:07] Bite #1: Is Cash-flow dead - [00:31] Bite #2: You may have a strong yield - [01:09] Bite #3: We are at a peak - [01:37] Bite #4: Don't forgo a great deal for a couple of grand negative - [02"04] Bonus Bite: Remember what B&B are in the portfolio for Bite #5: High interest rate environments - [03:44] Bite #6: Opportunity costs on missing great deals - [04:57] Bite #7: Looking at the big picture - [06:02] Bite #8: Block out the mainstream media - [06:57] Bite #9: Sitting on the sidelines - [07:57] Bonus Bite: Look for opportunistic markets - [09:36] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Is Cash-Flow Dead?!

Hope you're ready for what is one of the most trending topics circulating property right now, 'is cash-flow dead'... stick around cause the bull shark Sammy Gordon is vicious today and he's here to lay down some facts for all you sheep out there. Sam & Jimmy are going to blow you away with some hard-hitting case studies and scenarios on what is really going on in the market along with some prime examples of how understanding the past can greatly help you navigate the future. If you're missing your leg because Sammy has bit too hard with the facts or you simply want to talk to us about this episode because you want to be a better investor, then send in your questions to apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Is cashflow gone & dead - [00:50] Can you still get positively geared B&B properties - [02:55] Depends on the deal - [04:40] Primary objective Sammy can't stress enough - [08:40] Opportunity cost - [10:13] Case Study - people following the heard The follow-up deals in mind Here's something that'll blow your mind - [15:41] Don't be this dumb What are people psychologically thinking right now - [18:18] Be realistic with interest rates Here's a client case study for you - [21:03] It's a good investment - [23:10] But would you rather this deal... - [25:06] Block this $#!% out - [27:04] Let's distinguish the property we're buying - [28:52] Here are some simple numbers for you - [30:20] Funny how things circle back - [32:00] Explain why all markets are not the same - [35:34] We give back - [37:40] Nailed it again - [38:45] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Shark Bites - Bread & Butter Deals

You're in deep water now with the Bull Shark himself Sammy Gordon, ready to deliver your bite-sized pieces of this week's Scouting Australia Podcast episode 'Bread & Butter Deals' If this episode doesn't get your in gear then you may as well sleep with the fish and become fodder for the shark himself. Pay attention, headphones on, and take note!   Bite #1: What is a bread & butter deal - [00:35] Bite #2: Strong growth location - [01:09] Bite #3: Discount on the way in - [01:40] Bite #4: Decent Yield - [02:20] Bite #5: Right property type, right location - [03:50] Bite #6: Jimmy is a slow learner - [04:42] Bite #7: Don't leave your profits in the deal - [04:52] Bite #8: Don't Be afraid of capital gains tax - [06:30]   The whole bite sign off - [08:54] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Bread & Butter Deals

We're in the shark den's studio once again and the silver wolf Jimmy Ibrahim & Bull Shark Sammy Gordon are here to deliver a pretty sweet bit of Australian Property Scout knowledge about 'Bread & Butter' deals! A 3 part series we will be breaking down for all you keen investors out there. To say you're going to get tremendous value out of this episode would be a severe understatement. If you want to learn how intelligently invest then this is the episode for you. All first-time buyers entering the market, savvy investors, and business owners we want to hear what you think about this episode.  Give the people what they want - [01:20] Bread & Butter n Bucklava - [02:50] The B&B deals - [05:00] The foundations & pillars What are B&B The leverage on B&B - [08:00] Understanding your compounding portfolio Riding the growth wave - [12:00] Pitching your market correctly Exit strategy Liam casestudy - [13:50] Comparison study - [15:00] Right property in the wrong market Why picking the right property is so important  Right price & margins Right location Countercyclical thinking - [19:00] Why established markets - [21:00] Understand what cheap means Jimmy's in with an example - [23:30] Sammy explains to us growth cycles - [25:10] What else could I have done with my money - [27:30] Difference between a passive investor & an advanced investor - [28:15] The never sell wives tale - [29:10] Let's myth bust capital gains tax - [29:50] Tax exemptions Cost of doing business At which point does cashflow deals become important - [33:12] - Would you rather How to play the game to win - [35:00] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Shark Bites - Q&A#4 ”The Trifecta Of Idiocy”

We're back in the ocean ready to give you Shark Bites #2 a delicious sharp rundown on what we covered in this week's Monday episode. There were some pretty meaty topics in this week's Q&A and Sammy is here to give it to you straight in 11 minutes. If you took value, please send it to someone else you think may take great value from it.  If you are loving the podcast or have questions for us, we want to hear from you!  Bite #1 - How to reduce LVR [00:40]  Bonus Bite Bite #2 -  How often did Sam need to Sell - [01:57] Bonus Bite Bite #3 - Low entry Hous & Lands or direct purchase - [04:00] Bite #4 - The trifecta of idiocy - [06:40] - No money to be made in 300K properties... - You shouldn't buy regional... - Don't do renovations... The whole bite - [10:29] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Q&A#4 - The Trifecta of Idiocy

We are live once again and Jimmy's got a bone to pick with the Bull Shark himself Sammy Gordon about his part-time replacement and some golden questions sent in by YOU, the audience. There are some absolute ripper questions in here that tackle pressing issues affecting the property market today and some 'real talk' on how Sammy feels towards a certain style of property. Keep the questions coming in guys we love this segment of the show and we want more!  A Big thank you - [01:00] New Scouting Australia Podcast record! Ignatius & Nacho Libre  Paying down debt Interest rates Why you want to be 'interest' only Sammy's knowledge bomb - [05:55] Low doc lending - [07:45] Bite out of the banks Colin's question for Sammy's portfolio - [09:01] Did you sell  How did you hold How did you win? Intelligent investing When a market goes on a full run  -[14:35] When do you sell - [16:10] Big Luke B - there is one thing you've gotta remember - [17:55] The truth behind off the plan  Overinflated prices Understanding the environment you put yourself in What would we lean towards Jimmy shocks us with Wise Words - [25:20] Sammy's hot tip questions for you to ask about H&L - [26:00] Jacob B we need more info! - [28:40] Ester-Louise #1- The trifecta of idiocy - [38:45] Only purchase in capital cities Look at the facts Ester point #2 - only purchase in capital cities Look at the metro vs regional facts in data Ester-Loise #3 - Renovators are a waste of time - [41:30] How to actually make it with renovators Why you want multiple strategies to execute - [45:15] If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Shark Bites - Interest Rates vs Inflation

Join Sammy "The Bull Shark" Gordon as he dissects this week's chat with APS strategist and property economist Luke Teeuwsen as they unpacked a deep discussion on "Interest Rates vs Inflation."    Chomped down into 7 bite sized pieces for the ep, we hope you enjoy the content as always.    If you took value please send it on to someone else you think may take great value from this.  If you are loving the podcast or have questions for us, we want to hear from you!  What is shark bites with Sammy - [00:05] - Blinkers - The 4 title battle Bite #1 What are interest rates? - [01:40] Bite #2 What is inflation? - [03:48] - What does it do? Bite #3 Holding cash doesn't make sense - [05:10] Bite #4 Why do they use interest rates to curb inflation - How long will we be in this scenario for? Bite #5 Affordability  Bite #6 Small window in a long-term play Bite #7 Where is the opportunity in the market? If you're taking tremendous value from these episodes why not share them with your mate? If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at apsteam@australianpropertyscout.com.au Send us your questions to: Instagram: @australianpropertyscout Want to book a call with us: Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice. Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369