Are 10,000 property investors all making the same mistake? In today’s episode, we have a chat with Redom Syed from Confidence Finance about something that’s affecting a lot of property investors today: groupthink. We talk about what happens when investors all start following the same trends and whether that’s helping or hurting them in the long run. Redom shares his take on the risks of this kind of herd mentality, especially when buyers’ agents are driving up demand in certain areas.

We also take a closer look at how investor behaviour has shifted over the years, and why focusing solely on areas with momentum might not always be the smartest play. What happens when rental yields start to fall, or when the market slows down? How do investors shift their focus without getting caught up in the crowd? Redom talks about why local knowledge in places like North Queensland or Perth is so critical and how it can make a huge difference when it comes to finding the right investment opportunities.

We don’t just talk about the risks, though. We also offer solid advice on how to capitalise on groupthink without falling victim to it. From leveraging rezoning opportunities to structuring your credit smartly to maximise borrowing capacity, Redom shares strategies that go beyond just following the herd.

In the end, Redom’s biggest tip for anyone in the property game is simple: don’t just go with the flow because everyone else is. There’s a smarter way to go about the property market, and this conversation is full of ideas on how you can do just that.

Episode Highlights:

00:00 - Introduction

01:08 - Who is Redom Syed?

03:18 - How Redom got into exploring groupthink in property investment

05:38 - What are the risks of buyer’s agents driving up demand in specific areas?

08:10 - What if investors shift focus due to falling rental yields?

10:29 - For North Queensland or Perth purchases, is local expertise on property essential?

17:07 - How has investor behaviour evolved in the property market over 10 years?

25:42 - Redom’s biggest tip on capitalising on groupthink in real estate

28:04 - Redom’s top investment strategies beyond momentum investing

40:06 - Where are the best opportunities under Sydney’s medium density housing code?

43:06 - Strategy to leverage rezoning opportunities or planning changes for property investment

45:46 - How to maximise your borrowing capacity through smart credit structuring

48:47 - Redom’s insights about valuations and borrowing capacity for new investors

53:36 - Redom’s biggest advice for everyone about property

About Our Guest:

Redom Syed is a 7x MPA Magazine Top 100 Mortgage Broker in Australia and the founder of Confidence Finance. Raised in a loving family, his life took a turn when both of his parents lost their jobs, leading to the repossession of their family home. This experience sparked a drive in Redom to take control of his future and finances. Starting as a first-home investor at 22, Redom has now built a sizable property portfolio, having bought and sold dozens of properties. His mission is to help everyday Australians make better financial decisions, empowering them to take control of their futures. Through his YouTube channel and podcast, Australian Property Talk, Redom continues to educate property investors and inspire others to achieve financial freedom.

Connect with Redom Syed:

• LinkedIn https://au.linkedin.com/in/investmentfinance

• Instagram https://www.instagram.com/redom__australianproperty/

• Website https://confidencefinance.com.au/

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