EP 031: I’m back in the market, hunting for opportunities again.

Fortunately, it feels like everyone is avoiding the capital growth approach because they’re more concerned with protecting their cash flow.

So, in true vulture nature…

I’m leaning into them.

In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are covering our latest property investment updates and the new acquisitions I’ve been busy making!

Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing
03:42 Grant’s recap on his property investing goal for 2023 
04:28 The accumulator halted; why and what’s next for Grant?
14:05 Knowing the impacts of buying a PPR as a property investor 
15:12 Shifting strategies, do you know the consequences? 
18:06 Environments change. Watch out! 
20:50 Change of my property investing goals 
25:00 I’m being too conservative now, this is what I decided on 
26:44 The abundance of growth opportunities 
32:41 The risk is not in the investment, it’s in the investor
33:58 Opportunities in the market in a cycle 
35:53 Malleability as a property investor 



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○ EP 30: Debt Recycling with Aaron Whybrow: https://propertyandinvesting.com/ep-030-debt-recycling-with-aaron-whybrow/

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All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

EP 031: I’m back in the market, hunting for opportunities again.
Fortunately, it feels like everyone is avoiding the capital growth approach because they’re more concerned with protecting their cash flow.
So, in true vulture nature…
I’m leaning into them.
In this week’s podcast episode, Grant and I are covering our latest property investment updates and the new acquisitions I’ve been busy making!
Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing 03:42 Grant’s recap on his property investing goal for 2023  04:28 The accumulator halted; why and what’s next for Grant? 14:05 Knowing the impacts of buying a PPR as a property investor  15:12 Shifting strategies, do you know the consequences?  18:06 Environments change. Watch out!  20:50 Change of my property investing goals  25:00 I’m being too conservative now, this is what I decided on  26:44 The abundance of growth opportunities  32:41 The risk is not in the investment, it’s in the investor 33:58 Opportunities in the market in a cycle  35:53 Malleability as a property investor  
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, tune in and share this podcast! 
 Resources:  ○ Property and Investing website: <a href="https://propertyandinvesting.com/">https://propertyandinvesting.com/</a> ○ EP 30: Debt Recycling with Aaron Whybrow: <a href="https://propertyandinvesting.com/ep-030-debt-recycling-with-aaron-whybrow/">https://propertyandinvesting.com/ep-030-debt-recycling-with-aaron-whybrow/</a> 
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DISCLAIMER: All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

It’s absolutely possible for an Australian, like you, to have it all. The only limiting factor to success in your success is you!

The Property and Investing podcast exists to help you overcome your limits. Hosted by Australian property investors Grant Merriel and Charley Valher, the show is dedicated to sharing information, insights and tools to help Australians, like yourself, build a stable, thriving property portfolio that unlocks your money and life goals.

Grant and Charley both dive into their own experiences with their fellow property experts and trusted professionals to help you become a successful property investor.

It’s absolutely possible for an Australian, like you, to have it all. The only limiting factor to success in your success is you! The Property and Investing podcast exists to help you overcome your limits. Hosted by Australian property investors Grant Merriel and Charley Valher, the show is dedicated to sharing information, insights and tools to help Australians, like yourself, build a stable, thriving property portfolio that unlocks your money and life goals. Grant and Charley both dive into their own experiences with their fellow property experts and trusted professionals to help you become a successful property investor.

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EP 34:

I once thought... Is it possible to invest in property without dealing with broken air conditioners, appliances, and additional expenses?

Something that is truly passive and doesn’t require someone to manage them,

But still with access to the leverage of debt, compounding interest, cash flow, etc.

That is when I came across REITs!

Join Grant and I in this podcast as we dive deep into the topic so you can learn more about the different shapes and sizes of REITs.



Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing
05:07 What is a REIT?
06:42 Investing in real estate when you’re overseas
09:10 REITs vs syndicates in property investing
10:43 Different REIT strategies
17:41 Venture capital funding and REITs
20:50 Difference between REITs and companies 
24:34 The biggest trade-off in buying property on your own vs REITs 
30:09 What level of control do you have over REITs?



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DISCLAIMER:
All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

EP 34: 
I once thought... Is it possible to invest in property without dealing with broken air conditioners, appliances, and additional expenses?
Something that is truly passive and doesn’t require someone to manage them,
But still with access to the leverage of debt, compounding interest, cash flow, etc.
That is when I came across REITs!
Join Grant and I in this podcast as we dive deep into the topic so you can learn more about the different shapes and sizes of REITs.
 
Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing 05:07 What is a REIT? 06:42 Investing in real estate when you’re overseas 09:10 REITs vs syndicates in property investing 10:43 Different REIT strategies 17:41 Venture capital funding and REITs 20:50 Difference between REITs and companies  24:34 The biggest trade-off in buying property on your own vs REITs  30:09 What level of control do you have over REITs? 
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast! 
 Resources:  ○ Property and Investing website: <a href="https://propertyandinvesting.com/">https://propertyandinvesting.com/</a>
Subscribe:  ○ Subscribe on Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g</a>   ○ Subscribe on Apple Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001</a>  
Connect with Property and Investing:  ○ Join the Property and Investing Community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyandinvesting">https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyandinvesting</a>   ○ Follow us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/propertyandinvestingcom">https://www.facebook.com/propertyandinvestingcom</a>  ○ Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/propertyandinvesting/">https://www.instagram.com/propertyandinvesting/</a>  ○ Follow us on TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting">https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting</a>  ○ Send your enquiries or drop by to say hello: <a href="mailto:grant@propertyandinvesting.com">grant@propertyandinvesting.com</a>  
DISCLAIMER: All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

Q&A: Investing in REITs

EP 33:

Whether I’m scrolling past an article or overhearing it on the news,

It seems like the mainstream media are constantly bombarding us with stories about the impending boom or bust of the property market.

I can totally see how people can misinterpret this and become short-sighted with their perspectives on property,

Fortunately, we’re here to change the conversation!

Grant and I are breaking down the obsession to hit a home run over the next 12 months when in reality, property market is a long-term game.

Tune in now!



Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing
01:59 Playing the short-term vs long-term game in real estate
03:35 The media’s influence on investing
06:32 Are you in the right financial position for property investing?
09:42 Weighing your investment decisions
16:31 Taxes in property investing
19:07 Looking into the reasons why you’re investing 
24:28 Keeping track of your numbers
26:27 Passing down your investments
27:17 Short-term vs long-term investments: a wrap-up



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Resources: 
○ Property and Investing website: https://propertyandinvesting.com/

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○ Follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/propertyandinvestingcom
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○ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting
○ Send your enquiries or drop by to say hello: grant@propertyandinvesting.com

DISCLAIMER:
All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

EP 33: 
Whether I’m scrolling past an article or overhearing it on the news,
It seems like the mainstream media are constantly bombarding us with stories about the impending boom or bust of the property market.
I can totally see how people can misinterpret this and become short-sighted with their perspectives on property,
Fortunately, we’re here to change the conversation!
Grant and I are breaking down the obsession to hit a home run over the next 12 months when in reality, property market is a long-term game.
Tune in now!
 
Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing 01:59 Playing the short-term vs long-term game in real estate 03:35 The media’s influence on investing 06:32 Are you in the right financial position for property investing? 09:42 Weighing your investment decisions 16:31 Taxes in property investing 19:07 Looking into the reasons why you’re investing  24:28 Keeping track of your numbers 26:27 Passing down your investments 27:17 Short-term vs long-term investments: a wrap-up 
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast! 
 Resources:  ○ Property and Investing website: <a href="https://propertyandinvesting.com/">https://propertyandinvesting.com/</a>
Subscribe:  ○ Subscribe on Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g</a>   ○ Subscribe on Apple Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001</a>  
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DISCLAIMER: All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

Obsession to Be Right within the Next 12 Months

EP 32:

When it comes to life’s big decisions,
Whether that’s moving from your hometown, deciding to start a family, buying your own home, etc…

There will typically be one person in a relationship who is more enthusiastic about the new idea than the other.

So, to tell you the truth…
Investing in property was one of those moments for Bianca and myself.

Which is why I’m walking you through how I approach it.
This will ensure you don’t have to endure those awkward car drives or ruined family dinners like I did!

So, let’s get down and dirty…
As Grant and I talk about our experiences with getting our respective partners on board with investing!

Episode Highlights:
00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing
02:23 Do you need to have your partner on-board if you’re a property investor?
04:02 What we expected from our partners when we started property investing 
10:40 How we got out partners on board with property investing 
17:16 There’s always an instigator and there is some resistance 
19:07 Overcoming resistance 
25:19 Advantages of having supportive partners
29:38 Having a joint vision 
30:03 Lack of communication and how can partners support each other
38:51 Personal development and money psychology 
43:43 Create a safe space to have hard conversations
44:48 How we’d structure our conversations on property and investing if we could do it again 
51:41 Shoutout to our lovely wives, Bianca and Hazel  

If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast! 


Resources: 
○ Property and Investing website: https://propertyandinvesting.com/
○ Debt Millionaire by George Antone: https://www.amazon.com/Debt-Millionaire-people-never-wealth/dp/0982704542



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○ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/propertyandinvesting/
○ Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting
○ Send your enquiries or drop by to say hello: grant@propertyandinvesting.com

DISCLAIMER:
All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

EP 32: 
When it comes to life’s big decisions, Whether that’s moving from your hometown, deciding to start a family, buying your own home, etc…
There will typically be one person in a relationship who is more enthusiastic about the new idea than the other.
So, to tell you the truth… Investing in property was one of those moments for Bianca and myself.
Which is why I’m walking you through how I approach it. This will ensure you don’t have to endure those awkward car drives or ruined family dinners like I did!
So, let’s get down and dirty… As Grant and I talk about our experiences with getting our respective partners on board with investing!
Episode Highlights: 00:00 Welcome to Property and Investing 02:23 Do you need to have your partner on-board if you’re a property investor? 04:02 What we expected from our partners when we started property investing  10:40 How we got out partners on board with property investing  17:16 There’s always an instigator and there is some resistance  19:07 Overcoming resistance  25:19 Advantages of having supportive partners 29:38 Having a joint vision  30:03 Lack of communication and how can partners support each other 38:51 Personal development and money psychology  43:43 Create a safe space to have hard conversations 44:48 How we’d structure our conversations on property and investing if we could do it again  51:41 Shoutout to our lovely wives, Bianca and Hazel  
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast! 
 Resources:  ○ Property and Investing website: <a href="https://propertyandinvesting.com/">https://propertyandinvesting.com/</a> ○ Debt Millionaire by George Antone: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Debt-Millionaire-people-never-wealth/dp/0982704542">https://www.amazon.com/Debt-Millionaire-people-never-wealth/dp/0982704542</a>  
Subscribe:  ○ Subscribe on Youtube: <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g">https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCr3PTV82iM2way1I_PxpK0g</a>   ○ Subscribe on Apple Podcast: <a href="https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001">https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/property-and-investing/id1657091001</a>  
Connect with Property and Investing:  ○ Join the Property and Investing Community: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyandinvesting">https://www.facebook.com/groups/propertyandinvesting</a>   ○ Follow us on Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/propertyandinvestingcom">https://www.facebook.com/propertyandinvestingcom</a>  ○ Follow us on Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/propertyandinvesting/">https://www.instagram.com/propertyandinvesting/</a>  ○ Follow us on TikTok: <a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting">https://www.tiktok.com/@propertyandinvesting</a>  ○ Send your enquiries or drop by to say hello: <a href="mailto:grant@propertyandinvesting.com">grant@propertyandinvesting.com</a>  
DISCLAIMER: All information we share is NOT financial or investment advice and is purely intended for entertainment and educational purposes only. Always seek professional advice before acting on any financial decision.

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