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The Property Couch
Hosted by Bryce Holdaway & Ben Kingsley · EN
Australia’s top property podcast for everyday investors who want real results, not hype.
Originally shaped by long-time hosts Ben Kingsley and Bryce Holdaway, The Property Couch has evolved into a new chapter led by Ben alongside the expanded Couch Crew. The foundations remain the same: practical frameworks, clear thinking, and real stories that help Australians make smarter decisions.
Backed by data, banter, and proudly anti-spruiker since 2015!
W: https://thepropertycouch.com.au/
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The Worst Property Move You Could Make Right Now | FUNdamtenal Fridays
2w ago00:09:11Tap to summarizeWelcome back to Friday Fundamentals on The Property Couch.In this episode, Shane and Ben tackle a question that’s suddenly everywhere:Are investors about to make emotional decisions they’ll regret?From panic-selling regional properties to suddenly chasing yield, off-the-plan deals, or “safer” tax-driven strategies, there’s a lot of emotion in the market right now.Shane and Ben unpack why fear-driven decisions can be dangerous, why “doing something” is not always the same as doing the right thing, and what investors should actually be looking at before making a move.They also explore what people in regional markets should be tracking closely, how to think about supply and risk, and why growth still matters more than a reactive strategy shift.If you’ve been asking yourself whether to sell, hold, or completely rethink your approach, this is one worth watching before you make any big moves.Got a question or a “hill” you want us to unpack? Send it through here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/#ThePropertyCouch #PropertyInvesting #RegionalProperty #MoneyManagement #PropertyStrategy⏱️ Timestamps00:25 – Welcome back to Friday Fundamentals00:39 – The big question: are investors about to make emotional decisions?01:10 – Why fear is showing up so strongly right now01:26 – The first panic response: should I sell?02:11 – The second panic response: chase yield02:30 – What to do before making any big decision03:12 – Why goals, timelines and risk tolerance matter04:11 – What regional investors should be doing right now04:49 – How to track your local market properly05:46 – When to get professional advice06:06 – Are people about to make emotional buying mistakes too?06:24 – Why chasing yield overnight can go wrong07:06 – Tax benefits vs financial outcomes07:48 – Final takeaway: have the emotion, not the emotional decisionLISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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603 | The Biggest Wealth Mistakes I've Seen After 10,000 Conversations – Chat with John Pidgeon
2w ago01:03:25Tap to summarizeWhat separates people who successfully build wealth through property from those who stay stuck? After thousands of coaching sessions, buyer enquiries, property purchases and podcast interviews, John Pidgeon has seen the patterns firsthand. John is the Director of Envisage Property, co-host of the property podcasts This Is Property and a regular contributor on Money Money Money, as well as the bestselling author of Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future. Over the years, he's helped thousands of Australians navigate their property journey through coaching, buyer's advocacy, lending strategy and education. He’s joined by Ben Kingsley and Couch Crew Luke Oxenham to unpack the biggest lessons from more than 10,000 property conversations, including the mindset shifts successful investors share, the mistakes that quietly hold people back, and why taking action often matters more than finding the perfect strategy. You'll learn: ✔️ The common traits successful investors share ✔️ Why procrastination can be your most expensive mistake ✔️ The role mindset, action and leverage (not just borrowing leverage, either!)play in wealth creation ✔️ How to think about property during uncertain times ✔️ The questions investors are asking right now in 2026 ✔️ Why wealth building is a process, not an event Because as John explains, after 10,000 property conversations, success rarely comes down to finding the perfect property — it comes down to making consistently good decisions over time. Listen now! FREE STUFF MENTIONED📊 Get EOFY Ready With Moorr Still using spreadsheets to manage your investment properties? With EOFY Get EOFY-ready with Moorr. Track expenses, mortgages and ATO categories in one secure platform, built specifically for property investors. 👉 Free on web and mobile. Get started today 🚀 🤝 Find out more about John Pidgeon Want to learn more? Connect with John through Envisage Property, This is Property podcast, or check out his bestselling book, “Sort Your Property Out & Build Your Future.” LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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Stop Being a Passenger in Your Own Life | Throwback Tuesdays
2w ago00:06:05Tap to summarizeYou’re not just the actor in your story. You’re the person who can rewrite the script.In this Throwback Tuesday episode, Bryce and Jaemin Frazer unpack how the beliefs we carry about ourselves can shape our confidence, identity and future... and why real change starts when we stop being a passenger in our own lives.For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 270 | How to Recover When You’ve Lost Everything. LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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Why Working Hard No Longer Feels Like Enough | FUNdamental Fridays
3w ago00:10:08Tap to summarizeIn this Friday Fundamentals episode, Shane and Evan Lucas unpack a much bigger issue than the usual property or tax headline:has the social contract around work, education and getting ahead been broken?Evan argues that the current debate around intergenerational inequality is focusing too heavily on the margins while missing the core problem.For many Australians, the traditional path of studying hard, working hard, and moving forward financially does not feel as reliable as it once did. Education costs more, HELP debts are larger, taxes bite earlier, and the reward for extra effort can feel less clear.This episode explores the deeper structural issues behind the frustration many people feel — and why the real conversation needs to go beyond surface-level policy fixes.Got a question or a “hill” you want us to unpack? Send it through here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/⏱️ Timestamps00:09 – Welcome back to Friday Fundamentals00:20 – Evan’s hill to die on00:37 – Why the intergenerational equality debate feels off00:55 – The old promise: work hard and get ahead01:12 – Why education used to deliver a bigger payoff01:52 – What changed after the GFC02:19 – HELP debt, inflation and the cost of getting ahead03:17 – Why the incentive structure feels broken04:13 – Is the government too reliant on one type of tax revenue?05:26 – Why this debate is bigger than CGT and negative gearing06:32 – Could tax bracket indexation help?07:26 – Younger workers, older wealth and structural imbalance08:39 – Final thoughts and what actually needs fixingLISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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602 | The $250K Tax Trap, Holiday Home Crackdowns & Why Property Values Aren't Logical – Chat with Julia Hartman
3w ago00:54:28Tap to summarizeWith EOFY fast approaching, Ben is joined by BanTacs tax expert Julia Hartman and Couch Crew and Senior Empower Wealth Tax Advisor, Danish Ahmed to unpack the latest tax developments impacting property investors... This episode covers: ✅ The ATO's newly-finalised holiday home rules✅ What qualifies as a "new build" (and where the loopholes and unanswered questions still exist)✅ How unused super contribution caps can create valuable tax planning opportunities before 30 June ✅ Why negative gearing hasn't disappeared — it's simply become a deferred tax benefit ✅ The biggest misconception investors have about property values, and why residential real estate behaves completely differently from shares and other asset classes Plus, Ben breaks down the concept of price discovery and explains why scarcity, emotion and owner-occupier demand remain the biggest drivers of long-term property performance. Listen now! FREE STUFF MENTIONED📅 Free 15-Minute Tax Consultation With EOFY approaching, book a complimentary consultation with a qualified tax accountant to discuss tax planning opportunities and investment property strategies. 👉 Book your free initial consultation today 📊 Moorr: You’re Home for all Your Financial Needs Click on the titles below to find out more about each feature, or create an account or login or download into the Moorr App today! Property Research & Suburb Search Explore 17 suburb metrics, historical trends, demand indicators and property research tools designed to help investors make smarter decisions. Negative Gearing Calculator Model the difference between immediate tax benefits and deferred tax benefits under the proposed negative gearing changes using Moorr's new calculator tools. 📰 Read Julia’s Articles: A Quick Budget Fact Sheet for Residential Property Investors No Deduction at all for Holding Costs on Holiday Homes! Utilising Your Unused Superannuation Caps How to make your own super contributions – Updated 29/05/2026 LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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(LIVE) RBA Jun 2026 | Pause, Peak… or More Pain Ahead?
3w ago01:05:35Tap to summarizeThe RBA just hit pause... holding the cash rate at 4.35% after three hikes in a row this year. And the vote was unanimous, with all nine Board members backing the hold.Ben Kingsley and economist Evan Lucas break down what the unanimous decision really signals, why the RBA's own inflation forecasts still have them cautious, and whether this is genuinely the peak... or just the calm before more pain.💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy? Let the Empower Wealth Mortgage Broking team help you compare your options.LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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The Smartest Property Move After the Tax Changes | FUNdamental Fridays
4w ago00:07:48Tap to summarizeIn this Friday Fundamentals episode, Shane Pope and Luke Oxenham tackle a very practical question:If you already own property, what’s the smartest next move?With the tax landscape changing and investors reassessing their options, this conversation explores why growth still matters most — and why your principal place of residence may be more important than ever in shaping your next step.Shane and Luke unpack the idea of improving your home, releasing equity, and getting positioned to act while others are still sitting on the sidelines.They also discuss why the current environment may be creating a rare opportunity for upgraders, particularly with fewer investors competing in the market.If you already own property and you’re trying to work out what comes next, this is a timely one.Got a question or a “hill” you want us to unpack? Send it through here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/⏱️ Timestamps00:29 – Welcome back to Friday Fundamentals00:57 – Why this question matters right now01:28 – If you already own property, what’s the smartest next move?01:39 – Shane’s “PPOR maxing” strategy02:01 – Has growth become even more important than tax benefits?03:01 – Improving your home and releasing equity03:50 – What changed for investors and lenders04:41 – Why principal place of residence strategy matters more now05:24 – Why upgraders may be in a stronger position05:59 – What happens when investors pull back from the market06:17 – Is now the time to jump to the next rung?07:00 – Final thoughts and send in your questionsLISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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Ep 601 | Rules change, But the Fundamentals Don't - Chat with Lachlan Delahunty
4w ago01:00:24Tap to summarizeThe rules may be changing, but the fundamentals haven’t.As proposed negative gearing reforms dominate headlines, many investors are asking the same question:Should I rethink my strategy?To help answer that, Ben Kingsley welcomes Lachlan Delahunty, Founder of Follio and a property professional who has been involved in more than $2 billion worth of property acquisitions.Together, they explore what really drives long-term property performance and why some investors risk being distracted by tax outcomes rather than investment fundamentals.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why negative gearing was never the strategy — capital growth wasThe difference between commutable and non-commutable regional marketsWhy some regional locations thrive while others experience boom-bust cyclesThe investment-grade framework: Location, Land, AssetHow scarcity, agglomeration and demographic trends influence property valuesWhy guaranteed returns, social media hype and thinly traded regional markets can create significant risks for investorsAs Lachlan reminds listeners:“The rent keeps you in the market. Growth creates the wealth.”But perhaps the biggest message from this conversation is even simpler:Good property is still good property.Governments change.Policies change.Markets change.But the fundamentals that drive long-term wealth creation remain remarkably consistent. FREE STUFF MENTIONED🎥 Property Prices After Tax Reform: Fact vs Fiction (Replay + Slide Deck)Ben’s webinar replay is now available on demand, along with the downloadable slide deck that explores:What really drives long-term property growthScarcity and land appreciationThe potential impacts of negative gearing and CGT changesWinners, losers and unintended consequences of the proposed reforms👉 Access the replay and download the slide deck: thepropertycouch.com.au/webinar📊 Negative Gearing Analysis Tool (Moorr)Compare property scenarios side-by-side and model the impact of:Negative gearingDeferred tax benefitsCash flow changesDifferent investment property scenarios👉 Explore the tool: moorr.com.au/negative-gearing-analysis-tool TIMESTAMPS 00:00 – Negative Gearing Is Not Gone: What Investors Need To Know03:48 – The Money Habits That Shaped A $2 Billion Property Career12:08 – Negative Gearing Was Never The Strategy19:19 – Regional Markets: Opportunity or Trap?23:26 – The Investment Grade Framework: Location, Land & Asset28:40 – Commutable vs Non-Commutable Regional Markets42:54 – Guaranteed Returns, Hype & Regional Risk53:16 – Why Fundamentals Still Matter58:49 – Lachlan’s Final Message To InvestorsLISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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How to Find Better Suburbs Using Property Data | Do the Numbers Stack Up?
4w ago00:13:20Tap to summarizeFeeling uncertain about where to buy next?With so much noise in the property market right now, it’s easy to get caught up in headlines, opinions and speculation. But as Ben Kingsley and Connor explain in this bonus episode, one of the best ways to cut through the confusion is to come back to the data.In this episode, they unpack how investors can start narrowing down Australia’s 30,000+ suburbs by looking at key property metrics such as typical value, yield, weekly rent, vacancy rates, days on market and demand-supply signals.They also explore why suburb-level data is only the starting point, how side-by-side suburb comparisons can help investors build a smarter shortlist, and why property-level research still matters before making any decisions.Whether you’re just starting your property search or trying to refine your next investment location, this episode will help you think more clearly about where to begin.Free Resources Mentioned:Explore Moorr’s Property Research Tools >Create Free Moorr Account (Free Webinar) Property in 2026: Sell, Hold or Optimise Timestamps:00:00 – Using Data to Cut Through Uncertainty 01:10 – Introducing Moorr’s Suburb Search 02:17 – Choosing Your Search Criteria 03:44 – Exploring the Key Filters 04:31 – Building a Suburb Shortlist 06:03 – Comparing Suburb Trends 07:05 – Why Property-Level Research Still Matters 07:42 – Reading the Demand-Supply Signals 08:27 – How Filters Help You Find the Right Suburbs 09:21 – Using Comparison Tools to Refine Your Shortlist 09:59 – More Property Tools Coming Soon 11:11 – Upcoming Property WebinarListen now to learn how to stop guessing and start researching with more confidence. LISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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Want Better Results? Pick Your Weapon. | Friday FUNdamentals
Jun 500:09:04Tap to summarizeIn this Friday Fundamentals episode, KD and Brett Burton unpack a powerful idea:it’s okay to do one thing really, really well.From an unforgettable 80s concert story to lessons from high-performance sport and business, this conversation explores why so many people spread themselves too thin — and why the better path is often to identify your strengths, refine them, and lean into them.They talk about the value of specialising earlier, knowing your “weapon”, and resisting the urge to be everything to everyone.If you’ve ever struggled with self-doubt, overcommitting, or trying to fix every weakness at once, this episode offers a refreshing reminder to focus on what you do best.Got a question or a “hill” you want us to unpack? Send it through here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/topics/⏱️ Timestamps00:15 – Welcome back to Friday Fundamentals00:27 – KD and Brett take the mic00:53 – The hill: it’s okay to do one thing really well01:00 – The Bananarama concert story that inspired it02:27 – Why specialising matters more than we think03:08 – Brett on “bring your weapon”04:00 – Why high performers know their strengths05:06 – The trap of trying to be everything to everyone06:00 – Why we focus too much on weaknesses07:00 – Surviving vs thriving08:00 – What it looks like to lean into your strengths08:50 – Final thoughts and your hill to die onLISTEN TO THE FIRST 20 EPISODES HERE >> MOORR MONEY MANAGEMENT APP: 👉 Apple: https://apple.co/3ioICGW 👉 Google Play: https://bit.ly/3OT86bW 👉 Web platform: https://www.moorr.com.au/ FREE MASTERCLASS:- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >> FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS: - The Armchair Guide to Property Investing - Make Money Simple Again FIND US HERE: - Website - Instagram - Facebook - Youtube
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