When to hold and when to fold! (Ep.18)
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!”
Valuations 101 (Ep.17)
School’s back in session and this week’s topic includes everything you need to know about valuations. There are many different types, each producing a different result based on the purpose.
In episode 17, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect the ins and outs of “Valuations 101”.
Listen as David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos, take you through the different types of valuations, the consequences of falling short and how you can proactively support a valuer with comparables to manage the risk of a conservative lender valuation.
Unpacking land to asset ratio (Ep.16)
Yep – no footy talk in this episode – it’s all Land to asset ratio and what a ripper of an episode this one is.
In episode 16, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect the mystery behind ‘Unpacking land to asset ratio”.
Listen as David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos, take you through what is it, why it underpins a good investment strategy, and whether there is a perfect ratio!
Why you must keep clear of properties banks don’t like! (Ep.15)
Banks – can’t live with them, can’t live without them!
Did you know that lenders limit the amount they will lend against certain properties and they reject some outright as security for a mortgage? Do you know which ones and why?
In episode 15, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “Why you must keep clear from the properties banks don’t like.”
If we all accept that banks want to make money – we can understand that there is method to their madness.
How to choose a location for investment – what to look for and what to avoid (Ep.14)
Weekend excursions, reconnaissance missions and scoping out an area. While you may not be a secret government agent, you are on the property hunt, looking to make your next big decision.
And did we mention you also need to be a time-traveller? Analysing data to ascertain historical outcomes and looking forward to determine future expectations.
Understanding the key data based fundamentals of a location is part and parcel to making a successful property decision.
In episode 14, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “If you’re going to invest in a new area, what in particular are you looking for”
Listen to David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos, as they take you through the critical considerations when choosing a location for investment.
The Property Planner, David Johnston appeared as a guest on the “Geared for Growth” Podcast
David Johnston speaks with Mike Mortlock about goal setting, planning and strategy for making successful property decisions
How age and stage of life can impact your property plan and selection (Ep. 13)
The type of property that suits your current needs, will not necessarily meet your long-term needs.
Beware of middle-aged children, pregnant women and dads at an auction or during property negotiation! They have a time deadline and the purchase price is less important.
Where you are competing to purchase a property and you are up against people who are motivated by time – instead of money – the price tag can quickly fly out of reach.
In episode 13, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “How age and stage of life can impact your property plan and selection”
Listen to David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos as they take you through the critical considerations and how they change throughout your life’s journey.
Property Cycle Management – why now is always the best time to buy if it suits your personal economy and you have a long-term property plan (Ep. 12)
The media hype around timing the property market can lead to indecisions and paralysis by analysis that can be the huge killer of wealth creation. You may ask yourself what if property prices fall? Do you ask yourself what if they keep going up?
In our 12th episode, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “Property cycle management – why now is always the best time to buy if it suits your personal economy and you have a long-term property plan.”
Listen to David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos as they take you through market cycles, the catalysts behind market movements and how to deal with a downturn.
Five mortgage strategies that can grow your wealth
Most borrowers would understand that getting a low interest rate can save you hundreds of thousands of dollars over your lifetime.
What is not understood is how an effective mortgage strategy can actually make you hundreds of thousands of dollars over the same period. Borrowers don’t need to consult an expert to find a low rate. The only skill required is being able to use a search engine.
On the other hand, understanding how an effective mortgage strategy can create wealth is complex and not understood by most lending professionals, let alone consumers.
Why your Mortgage Strategy is more important than your interest rate! (Ep. 9 )
Do you have a mortgage strategy for your largest expense in your lifetime – or have you focused on a short-term win – your interest rate?
What if I told you that you can have the best of both worlds, a great mortgage strategy AND interest rate!
In our 9th episode, the Property Planner, Buyer and Professor dissect “Why your mortgage strategy is more important than your interest rate”.
This isn’t simply about paying down your mortgage faster. Everyone understands that!
Listen to David Johnston, Cate Bakos and Peter Koulizos as they take you through the key mortgage strategies that the mortgage industry neglects, resulting in a lack of awareness for consumers, and the critical mistakes to avoid.
