The Property Couch

Today’s guest has a remarkable story whose lessons span international borders and redefines risk, resilience and what it means to build a real-estate empire… 🌍 

Meet Gavin van Zyl, Founder of White Rh…

Welcome to the second-last RBA Rate Release of 2024 with Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas!  

Here's a sneak peek into what our hosts cover in today's episode: 

📺 RBA’s Cash Rate Decision: Find out all about…

Folks, in this special episode we’re becoming a fly on the wall to reveal the Australian Taxation Office's (ATO) inner workings!  

Allowing us to do so is Rob Thomson, Assistant Commissioner - Experie…

In today’s bonus episode, Bryce sits down with life coach, author, and founder of The Insecurity Project, Jaemin Frazer, to explore some game-changing practices for overcoming insecurity and living y…

“Negative gearing is symptomatic of a dysfunctional & inequitable property market!” 🏚️💸 

Folks, this is a quote from Ash, one of today’s fantastic question-askers. And if you’ve been listening to our …

Ever wonder why a vendor would choose to sell before auction day? 🤔 

If you’re a buyer looking to understand the psychology behind pre-auction sales, today’s bonus episode is for you! 

For the full epi…

Continuing our LIVE streak, we’re back this week to answer your burning questions on negative gearing and diving into our very own think tank to drum up EIGHT alternatives to abolishing it! 🔥 

Whether…

Ever wondered exactly how to buy property in Australia?  

In today’s bonus episode, Bryce and Ben answer a listener’s question and walk you through the step-by-step process! 🔍✨ 

Plus, find out how bein…

Hey Folks! Today’s Episode is Extra Special – We Went LIVE on the Couch for the First Time in Almost 10 Years! 🎉 

And trust us, this is not an episode you want to miss!  

We’re diving into one of the m…

In today’s bonus episode, Bryce and Ben dive into a listener's question about the mechanics of lenders mortgage insurance (LMI).  

Find out what LMI is, how it relates to your loan-to-value ratio (LVR…

What’s happening in Australia’s property scene this quarter? 🤔  

You’re about to find out, because Bryce and Ben are back with all the juicy details in this September quarter property market update! 

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In today’s bonus episode, Bryce & Ben explore some of the mistakes property investors make due to FOMO! 

FOMO = Fear of Missing Out and can push investors into impulsive decisions, but on the other ha…

It’s not a fun BBQ conversation like discussing the rate you snagged or the exciting new property you just bought but... 

It is a critical pillar for holding up your entire wealth creation. 🏠🃏 

Yep. We…

The sixth RBA Cash Rate Announcement of 2024 is here! 

Join Ben Kingsley and Evan Lucas as they break down the RBA’s latest decision and dig into economic trends from Australia and around the world. 

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Why aren’t we building enough homes to meet Australia’s housing demand? 🤔 

It’s a complex question with political, economic, and historical layers, and to help us make sense of it all, we’ve brought i…

In today’s bonus episode, Ben and tax expert Julia Hartman tackle one of the trickiest parts of property investment—tax claims.  

With a surprising statistic from the ATO revealing that 9 out of 10 pr…

With property prices continuing to rise and the dream of home ownership drifting further away for many, today’s guest has a ground-breaking solution that could be the antidote for these growing issue…

Today, we’re joined by the fabulous Effie Zahos—editor, speaker, author, and all-around finance guru!  

Effie dives into the emotional aspect of money management and how it’s more than just dollars an…

What happens when you combine a passion for property, a background in law and a trailblazing drive to create a one-of-a-kind property experience in Australia’s fastest-growing corridors?  🏠📈⚖️ 

The an…

In today’s bonus snippet, Bryce and Ben revisit a classic topic: investment stock vs. investment grade.  

This is in response to a question from a listener asking if the insights from Episode 8 (recor…