PPBP Archives - Property Planning Australia

How property and market trends have changed over the decades (Ep. 23)

Dec 3, 2019

Get ready to jump in the time machine and explore Australia’s transition through the decades. Learn how our approach to living has been impacted by the fortunes and growth of our nation.
The team cover Victorians to Edwardian’s, pre—war to post war, art-deco to villa units, toilets separate to the house to alfresco dining, split level living, formal dining rooms, McMansions and everything in between.
It’s clear to see that changes in property trends have mostly boiled down to three things – evolutions in wealth, transport and jobs.
In episode 23, we dissect “How property and market trends have changed over the decades”

Why the family home is often the biggest piece of the investment puzzle (Ep.22)

Nov 26, 2019

We all have a picture in our heads of what our ideal home looks like.
For most of us, chasing our ideal home can be akin to chasing a unicorn. Unless you have a bottomless pocket, compromises will need to be made (particularly if you’re a first home buyer).
In episode 22, we dissect “Why the family home is commonly the biggest piece of the investment puzzle” and take you through why you should treat your home as your greatest investment, the compromises you should plan for and the critical mistakes to avoid!

Why price point should determine location and strategy (Ep.21)

Nov 19, 2019

Ever tried to run a race backwards? Reaching your goals is just as hard when you are working back to front.
We see plenty of purchasers let a bank tell them their price point based on a maximum borrowing capacity and then purchase next door to where they live. This is the investing equivalent of doing a three-legged race with your partner. Blindfolded.
Set yourself goals, that will determine the appropriate price point. Then work out the best location to purchase from there.
In episode 21, we dissect “Why price point should determine location and strategy”

Bidding tactics 101 (Ep.20)

Nov 12, 2019

Bidding at auction – for the majority of us, this can feel like stepping into the Thunderdome.
After all, only one will leave victorious.
Chances are, all the other bidders are just as nervous as you. So how do you get the upper hand without letting your emotions run away?
In episode 20, we dissect “Bidding tactics 101”
Listen as David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos take you through how to keep a cool head on auction day, reading the play and strategies to add to your arsenal.

TIME IN the market v TIMING the market (Ep.19)

Nov 5, 2019

Should you chase the ace or purchase and do nothing?
Well the evidence is in! The safest (and most effective) way to create wealth, is to purchase and hold.
For those afflicted with the hot shoe shuffle, always making a property decision and needing to take action, this may be hard to take in.
So, grab your vanilla slice and some fruit mince pies because it’s time for another episode of the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor.
In episode 19, we dissect “Time IN the market v timing the market.”

When to hold and when to fold! (Ep.18)

Oct 29, 2019

Making a decision to fold can be a nerve-racking ordeal. And we’re not just talking about playing cards.
Sometimes you need to make difficult decisions about the properties you have purchased. Whether the property hasn’t performed as you had initially hoped or some life event has changed your plans.
There’s one thing for sure though – the stakes are high.
In episode 18, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “When to hold and when to fold!”