Scouting Australia Podcast

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

Interest Rates vs Inflation

On today's ep Sammy Gordon has invited Australian Property Scouts' very own property economist Luke Teeuwsen into the studio. Luke will be sharing some wisdom around the current media buzzwords of today being "Interest Rates vs Inflation".     Sammy and Luke dive straight into everything you need to know about these two hot topics in the media today and how they play a part in your investment journey.  If you are loving the podcast or have questions for us, we want to hear from you!   Questions we've been getting - [00:15] -What's the media not telling you -What are the segments all about Who is Mr. Luke - [01:00] -The background -The strategy, investment properties, engineering Interest rates vs inflation - [04:00]- Who sets the rates and why? - What is inflation? Why holding cash doesn't make sense - [07:40] Why have interest rates increased so dramatically? - [10:30] - Why Covid is a factor  - Inflation data Why your biggest expenses came into play Stimulating the economy - [13:10] Understanding demand - [15:00]- Driving costs of goods & services Why couldn't the RBA let inflation run to 2024 - [19:10] - Hyperinflation- Understanding the third percentage pie of Australians - So you think we're at the bottom of the market ... - [26:20] - Sammy's truck brake analogy The people who are going to be exposed - [30:00] -The fearful market How affordability is influenced by interest rates. - [34:35] The tale of two evils - [35:35]- A small window in a long-term play The Mainstream doom and gloom but here is the reality [39:30] 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

12 properties in 3 years! How this investor aggressively scaled his portfolio

We have a very special guest and one of Australian Property Scout's most successful clients Nick Wilcox. Nick is the director of Blue Crane Capital and joins host Sammy Gordon in the studio for a never before heard property portfolio breakdown where we run through his journey as an investor and how he aggressively scaled his portfolio.    In this exciting episode we can learn a lot from Nick's mistakes and successes through investing in residential and commercial property in both joint ventures and his own personal portfolio. One thing is very clear, you can't pay rent with Fish.     Intro - [00:10] Who's Nick Business Banking Nick's Exposure to property When the Journey Started - [02:30] Property #1, the price guide Off the plan scaries Buyers Remorse The Proposal - [06:00] Property #2, the price guide Housing commission  The Commercial story - [08:40] Are you smarter than a metal fabricator Payment in Fish The short-term pain for the long-term gain Bradbury - [11:45] Nick's realization of the importance of BA's His addiction to podcasts & intro to APS The funny thing - [13:40] The Bull Shark negotiation toweling  Nick's strategic position in finance - [15:30] APS deals Understanding property types Understanding the data The APS standard winning again Things have almost doubled - [20:30] COVID kicked in The deals never stopped! The Covid trades debacle - [23:30]   Structuring your portfolio - [25:30] WD-40 & BBQ sauce Infill developments  Understanding QLD - [27:50]   We're at 11 properties! - [29:30] What you can do in 2 years The Campervan tenant - [30:45] Buffers - [33:00] The New Years special deal The Family is growing To buy a car or to buy a property - [35:00]   The position of the portfolio - [38:40]   Understanding the value of Rentvesting vs PPOR in Sydney - [40:40] Nick explains the redlining factor Nick & Sam explains the math What's next in the portfolio - [44:25] SMSF The next steps - [45:30]Fixed rates coming off Refinancing The goal of the portfolio - [47:15]Consolidation When does selling come into the equation Would you buy off the plan again - [49:20] Would you have been able to do this by yourself - [50:00]   Nick's wise words - [51:00] The rewind to astute lending - [55:38]   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

Sam Gordon's Portfolio Breakdown - Properties 6 to 11

Hold onto your hats because we're about to tackle one of the juiciest parts of Sammy Gordon's property investing portfolio like you have never heard before! In our first ever feature-length podcast episode, investors are truly going to see and hear what was the real turning point for Sam in his journey that led him to become one of Australia's leading property investors today.    This episode is filled with heart-wrenching decisions including: Sam's first time selling a property, one of his biggest buys in property which set his portfolio for success and his love for a beautiful Australian country town.   If you want proof of why Sam is the man he is today and understand why Australian Property Scout practices what it preaches then lock yourself in for what is the best episode yet!   Wizardry Life Lessons - [1:00] What this episode is about - [2:30] -Sammy's biggest year yet  -The recap Set the scene - [6:30] -Special forces -Relationships -The BA   -The engagement fee -The truth Why was this bloke so bad - [17:50] Beginning of the Bull Shark - [19:00] Why should you run? Risk mitigation - [21:20] Roll with the punches - [23:50] APRA's serviceability wall - [26:00] Have you ever thought about selling - [27:40] If nothing changes, nothing changes - [31:00] -Losing profit because of inflation -Power of getting debt back Buying with one agent & selling with another - [32:00] The next deal - [37:00] -The negotiation -The sacrifice -Pressure situation Working in & out of trusts - [44:00] Was selling easy - [45:00] -Building envelope -The vision The deal and valuation on the deal - [49:00] Sammy's 'all in moment' - [52:00] The turning point - [56:00] -This is why the circle of influence exists The gold - [1:00:00] -The questions Sammy needed to figure out -layering strategies 3 year window of growth - [1:03:00] -The heatwave appeal -Just waiting for a mate The Italian job - [1:08:00] The negotiation story of the decade - [1:12:00] -Individual titling -Fire rated gyprock  -The balls of steel MT Gambier BARGAINS - [1:19:10] Be Transparent - [1:23:00] Understand why your portfolio is specific to you - [1:27:00] The recap - [1:29:00] - the whole portfolio Jimmy's takeaway from Sammy - [1:37:00] Sammy's sign-off message to YOU - [1:39:00] 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

Q&A#3 - What to do when the banks say no?!

We hope you're all ready for some absolute fire! Sammy Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim are in the QLD studio ready to answer some absolute dynamo questions sent in by YOU, the audience!   You have not disappointed us in sending through stacked questions and some of you even got a little greedy and asked multiple! In this episode, you will hear discussions around finance, identify how to be low-risk to the banks, invest through trusts/family & how to develop agent relationships to get you ahead of the pack. This and much, much more!     Topic Discussion: Q&A#3 Sammy's overall portfolio position - [3:20] Mr. Anonymous strikes again - Banks, lenders - [5:00] - when the banks say no - know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em How to be low risk to the banks - [7:42] - payslips Trimming back your expenses - [11:40] - Top Tip from Sammy  Resi, SMSF & commercial property - [14:00] - strategies on SMSF @ 90% lend - resi vs com. All about the scenario - base level super starting point "Sambo & old dude" question - [22:20] - trusts and family investing - the problems and complexities The reality of trusts with serviceability - [27:00] - real life example - the resume Book Recommendations - [35:10] Jimmy's thoughts - [38:10] Sam's master of one - [39:00] - find your team to back Metro vs Regional - [42:40] Building and Pest reports - [44:40] - buyer & seller behaviour  - what drives a buyer's agent? Agent relationships - [51:00] Rental Increases - [55:00] Interest rates & opportunity cost - [56:00] When can you start rewarding yourself - [57:30] Earn the Right! - [1:02:00] Sammy's Super Raw Segment - [1:04:20] 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