What does it take to go from working two jobs to having a thriving real estate empire?

In this episode of Dashdot Insider, we’re joined by Chris Spillane, who started out working two jobs and saving every spare dollar. Today, he owns 18 properties, including commercial spaces, and has built a portfolio that many investors dream of. 

In this episode, Chris dives deep into the discipline it takes to save, why paying off debt can sometimes be easier than building savings, and how a strategic mindset is key to long-term success. 

Whether you're looking to buy your first property or scale your investments, Chris’s journey will inspire you to think differently about how to build wealth through real estate.

If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast! 

See you on the inside! 



In this episode, we cover:
00:00 Coming Up
04:47 How Financial Discipline Shaped Early Property Investments
08:59 Building a Portfolio: Expanding into New Markets
20:38 Juggling Property Investments and Personal Life
32:02 The Power of Family Influence and Financial Lessons



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Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)

What does it take to go from working two jobs to having a thriving real estate empire?
In this episode of Dashdot Insider, we’re joined by Chris Spillane, who started out working two jobs and saving every spare dollar. Today, he owns 18 properties, including commercial spaces, and has built a portfolio that many investors dream of. 
In this episode, Chris dives deep into the discipline it takes to save, why paying off debt can sometimes be easier than building savings, and how a strategic mindset is key to long-term success. 
Whether you're looking to buy your first property or scale your investments, Chris’s journey will inspire you to think differently about how to build wealth through real estate.
If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast! 
See you on the inside!  In this episode, we cover:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">00:00 Coming Up</li>
<li aria-level="1">04:47 How Financial Discipline Shaped Early Property Investments</li>
<li aria-level="1">08:59 Building a Portfolio: Expanding into New Markets</li>
<li aria-level="1">20:38 Juggling Property Investments and Personal Life</li>
<li aria-level="1">32:02 The Power of Family Influence and Financial Lessons</li>
</ul>
 
Connect With Us:
<ul>
<li aria-level="1">Free Rentvesting Calculator (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting">https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting</a>) </li>
<li aria-level="1">Subscribe on Youtube (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider">https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider</a>) </li>
<li aria-level="1">Listen on Spotify (<a href="https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8">https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Dashdot Website (<a href="https://www.dashdot.com.au/">https://www.dashdot.com.au/</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Ready to work with us directly? (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/discovery">https://dashdot.com.au/discovery</a>)</li>
<li aria-level="1">Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan">https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan</a>)</li>
</ul>

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From Two Jobs to 18 Properties: Chris Spillane’s Investment Journey | #278

It’s official — The Investor Lab is coming back, and we’re kicking things off with something big.

Goose and Gabi are here to cut through the confusion and help you tackle the financial chaos, uncertainty, and overwhelm many of us are feeling right now. Starting January 3rd, we’ll be going live every Friday to bring you the conversations you need to hear about money, investing, and building a life of freedom, choice and abundance.

Tune into this micro-episode to hear why we’re relaunching and how The Investor Lab will help you make 2025 the turning point you’ve been looking for.

 

See you LIVE on Friday, Jan 3rd @ 12:30 PM AEDT

 

Hit ‘Notify Me’ on Youtube:  
https://www.youtube.com/live/WlmKKv458k4

 

Add reminder to Calendar: 
https://evt.to/eueasduow

 

Any questions? podcast@dashdot.com.au

It&rsquo;s official &mdash; The Investor Lab is coming back, and we&rsquo;re kicking things off with something big.
Goose and Gabi are here to cut through the confusion and help you tackle the financial chaos, uncertainty, and overwhelm many of us are feeling right now. Starting January 3rd, we&rsquo;ll be going live every Friday to bring you the conversations you need to hear about money, investing, and building a life of freedom, choice and abundance.
Tune into this micro-episode to hear why we&rsquo;re relaunching and how The Investor Lab will help you make 2025 the turning point you&rsquo;ve been looking for.
&nbsp;
See you LIVE on Friday, Jan 3rd @ 12:30 PM AEDT
&nbsp;
Hit &lsquo;Notify Me&rsquo; on Youtube:&nbsp; <a href="https://www.youtube.com/live/WlmKKv458k4">https://www.youtube.com/live/WlmKKv458k4</a>
&nbsp;
Add reminder to Calendar:&nbsp; <a href="https://evt.to/eueasduow">https://evt.to/eueasduow</a>
&nbsp;
Any questions? <a href="mailto:podcast@dashdot.com.au">podcast@dashdot.com.au</a>

NEWS: The Investor Lab is back & LIVE in 2025

Is flipping properties the secret to building wealth?

Or is the buy-and-hold strategy the key to long-term success?

Mathew Russo thinks he has the answer.

A seasoned builder turned property investor, Mat started with renovations and flips, leveraging his construction background to chase big profits.

The returns were rewarding, but the 24-hour workdays and constant hustle?

Not so much.

When their family grew, Mat and his wife knew they had to shift gears.

With Dashdot’s help, they adopted a buy-and-hold strategy, securing a property in Bunbury, WA, that gained over $100K in equity within a year. 

Now, Mat’s growing his portfolio while balancing family dinners, running a business, and keeping his sanity intact.

So, if you’ve been wondering whether flipping or holding is the better path to financial freedom, Mat’s hard-earned insights are a must-hear.

If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast! 

See you on the inside! 

 

In this episode, we cover:


00:00 Coming Up


01:08  Introduction to Matt Russo and Property Strategy  


03:04  Building and Renovation Experience  


05:06  Comparing Flipping and Buy and Hold Strategies  


12:53 Balancing Family and Property Investment  


18:06 Adapting to Market Conditions  


25:55 Risk Management and Long-Term Goals

 

Connect With Us:


Free Rentvesting Calculator (https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting) 


Subscribe on Youtube (https://youtu.be/qu3dEr1WRQs) 


Listen on Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/episode/2DlWgZlAkkugEzGX8Yc9R6?si=207b77636bff4f34) 


Dashdot Website (https://theinvestorlab.com.au/?p=3923)


Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)


Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)

Is flipping properties the secret to building wealth?
Or is the buy-and-hold strategy the key to long-term success?
Mathew Russo thinks he has the answer.
A seasoned builder turned property investor, Mat started with renovations and flips, leveraging his construction background to chase big profits.
The returns were rewarding, but the 24-hour workdays and constant hustle?
Not so much.
When their family grew, Mat and his wife knew they had to shift gears.
With Dashdot&rsquo;s help, they adopted a buy-and-hold strategy, securing a property in Bunbury, WA, that gained over $100K in equity within a year.&nbsp;
Now, Mat&rsquo;s growing his portfolio while balancing family dinners, running a business, and keeping his sanity intact.
So, if you&rsquo;ve been wondering whether flipping or holding is the better path to financial freedom, Mat&rsquo;s hard-earned insights are a must-hear.
If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!&nbsp;
See you on the inside!&nbsp;
&nbsp;
In this episode, we cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
00:00 Coming Up
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
01:08&nbsp; Introduction to Matt Russo and Property Strategy&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
03:04&nbsp; Building and Renovation Experience&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
05:06&nbsp; Comparing Flipping and Buy and Hold Strategies&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
12:53 Balancing Family and Property Investment&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
18:06 Adapting to Market Conditions&nbsp;&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
25:55 Risk Management and Long-Term Goals
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Connect With Us:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Free Rentvesting Calculator (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting">https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting</a>)&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Subscribe on Youtube (<a href="https://youtu.be/qu3dEr1WRQs">https://youtu.be/qu3dEr1WRQs</a>)&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Listen on Spotify (<a href="https://open.spotify.com/episode/2DlWgZlAkkugEzGX8Yc9R6?si=207b77636bff4f34">https://open.spotify.com/episode/2DlWgZlAkkugEzGX8Yc9R6?si=207b77636bff4f34)</a>&nbsp;<a href="https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)"></a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
<a href="https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)"></a>Dashdot Website (<a href="https://theinvestorlab.com.au/?p=3923">https://theinvestorlab.com.au/?p=3923</a>)
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Ready to work with us directly? (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)">https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan">https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan</a>)
</li>
</ul>

A Tradie’s Journey: From Property Flipping to Holding for Long-Term Gains | #286

What do you think is the best age to enter property investing?

Is it 20? 30?

What about your 40s? Would you consider it too late?

Tony Wilkinson thought so, too… at first.

You see, Tony experienced major setbacks in his property investing journey…

But he decided to give it another try after turning 40.

And that became one of the best decisions of his life.

In this episode of the Dashdot Insider Podcast, Tony shared how he leveraged his experience, skills, and Dashdot’s Dashboard tool to identify high-growth areas. He used metrics relating to infrastructure projects, demand-supply ratios, industry diversity and more. 

He also discussed the pros and cons of a quick renovation flip… and how he transformed his Townsville property with a bit of elbow grease and strategic upgrades.

So, if you’ve been sitting on the sidelines and unsure about getting in or reentering the property market… listen to Tony to get the motivation you need to dive in.

If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast! 

See you on the inside! 

 

In this episode, we cover:


00:00 Coming Up


00:58 Introduction to Tony Wilkinson's Property Journey


04:40 Tony's Early Investments and Key Lessons


07:40 The GFC Impact and Turning to Travel


12:16 Returning to Property Investment


12:34 Strategic Goals and Future Ambitions


12:47 Property vs Shares: A Comparison


24:06 - Tony's Property Investment Decision Factors


29:27 - The Value of Investing in Regional Markets

 

Connect With Us:


Free Rentvesting Calculator (https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting) 


Subscribe on Youtube (https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider) 


Listen on Spotify (https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)


Dashdot Website (https://www.dashdot.com.au/)


Ready to work with us directly? (https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)


Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan) 

What do you think is the best age to enter property investing?
Is it 20? 30?
What about your 40s? Would you consider it too late?
Tony Wilkinson thought so, too&hellip; at first.
You see, Tony experienced major setbacks in his property investing journey&hellip;
But he decided to give it another try after turning 40.
And that became one of the best decisions of his life.
In this episode of the Dashdot Insider Podcast, Tony shared how he leveraged his experience, skills, and Dashdot&rsquo;s Dashboard tool to identify high-growth areas. He used metrics relating to infrastructure projects, demand-supply ratios, industry diversity and more.&nbsp;
He also discussed the pros and cons of a quick renovation flip&hellip; and how he transformed his Townsville property with a bit of elbow grease and strategic upgrades.
So, if you&rsquo;ve been sitting on the sidelines and unsure about getting in or reentering the property market&hellip; listen to Tony to get the motivation you need to dive in.
If you love this episode, email us at podcast@dashdot.com.au, and don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe, rate, and share this podcast!&nbsp;
See you on the inside!&nbsp;
&nbsp;
In this episode, we cover:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
00:00 Coming Up
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
00:58 Introduction to Tony Wilkinson's Property Journey
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
04:40 Tony's Early Investments and Key Lessons
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
07:40 The GFC Impact and Turning to Travel
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
12:16 Returning to Property Investment
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
12:34 Strategic Goals and Future Ambitions
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
12:47 Property vs Shares: A Comparison
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
24:06 - Tony's Property Investment Decision Factors
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
29:27 - The Value of Investing in Regional Markets
</li>
</ul>
&nbsp;
Connect With Us:
<ul>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Free Rentvesting Calculator (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting">https://dashdot.com.au/rentvesting</a>)&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Subscribe on Youtube (<a href="https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider">https://www.youtube.com/@dashdotinsider</a>)&nbsp;
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Listen on Spotify (<a href="https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)">https://spoti.fi/3Np19x8)</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Dashdot Website (<a href="https://www.dashdot.com.au/)">https://www.dashdot.com.au/)</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Ready to work with us directly? (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)">https://dashdot.com.au/discovery)</a>
</li>
<li dir="ltr" aria-level="1">
Get your Property Portfolio Growth Plan (<a href="https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)">https://dashdot.com.au/portfoliogrowthplan)</a>&nbsp;
</li>
</ul>

From Two Jobs to 18 Properties: Chris Spillane’s Investment Journey | #278

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