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Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureAre there more winners than losers when house prices rise?Are there more winners or losers in our current challenging house markets? In this episode of the Demographics Decoded Podcast, Simon Kuestenmacher and I explore who the winners and losers are, examine the impact of government policies on housing affordability, and analyse the political landscape affecting young voters. We also delve into the implications of immigration on housing and the widening wealth gap, emphasizing the necessity for a balanced approach to housing policies that considers both supply and demand. Takeaways The housing market is experiencing significant fluctuations. High property prices benefit more...2025-01-2831 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureInside Australia’s Future: Trends That Will Impact Every Generation by 2025We’re only a few weeks into this new year and already the world is changing around us. No doubt 2025 will bring its own events that will dominate our lives and financial markets, and in this, the third of a three-part series, we discuss various demographic trends and their implications for the economy, interest rates, and consumer behaviour. We explore the spending power of different generations and the impact of geopolitical factors on Australia and emerging industries. Our conversation also touches on the gender pay gap, mental health trends, the rise of vaping, and...2025-01-2133 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureThe Future of Australia Revealed: Trends That Will Impact Your Life in 2025Are you ready for the changes 2025 will bring? In today’s show we unpack even more insights that will impact how we live, work, and invest in the year ahead. In this second of a 3 part series we’ll discuss some of the most pressing trends, including the ripple effects of Australia’s population growth, the changing face of our workforce, and how technology and urbanisation are redefining our cities. If you’re an investor, entrepreneur, or simply someone looking to make sense of the rapid changes around us, you’ll come away with a clea...2025-01-1430 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureWill You Be Ready for 2025? Game-Changing Demographic Shifts UnveiledWe’re at the beginning of a new year, and the world is evolving at a dizzying pace. Social shifts, technological advances, and economic challenges are rewriting the rules of how we live, work, and invest. But what can we expect this year? And more importantly, how can you stay ahead of the curve? In this episode of the Demographics Decoded podcast, Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss key predictions for 2025, highlighting political trends, migration, housing affordability, birth rates, and unemployment. We explored how demographic changes will shape the future. If you’...2025-01-0727 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureAustralia’s Future Prosperity: A Balancing Act Between Migration, Growth, and ChallengesMany say that we are the lucky country, but will this continue? What will drive Australia’s future prosperity? In this episode of the Demographics Decoded podcast, Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss not only what is going to shape the future of our nation but also some of the many of the challenges we’ll be facing. We explored the benefits and challenges of population growth, the significance of skilled migration, and its effects on housing affordability and social cohesion. Our conversation emphasised the necessity of carefully managing migration and infrastructure to secure a prosp...2024-12-3127 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureThe Truth Behind Why Australia’s Wealth Gap is Widening – What No One’s Talking AboutToday, Simon Kuestenmacher and I discuss a topic that’s been in the media a bit lately – the widening gap between the rich and the poor. Simon brings this issue to life, using a great analogy - the cereal aisle at our local supermarket. Just as the cereal aisle reflects a range of choices influenced by budget, preference, and quality, we’re seeing similar divides when it comes to wealth, opportunity, and lifestyle. We discuss how this shift is impacting housing, education, and social cohesion, and explore the role of automation and migration in shapin...2024-12-1728 min

Demographics Decoded - Unveiling the trends shaping your futureBeyond the Buzzwords: Understanding Generational ResearchToday, we're exploring a topic that’s often discussed but frequently misunderstood: generational research. Generations—Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, Gen Z—we hear these terms tossed around all the time, often accompanied by sweeping generalizations about attitudes, behaviors, and lifestyles. But how much of what we hear is accurate, and how much is just noise? How Generations Shape Our Society and Workplaces In today’s episode, we explore how different generational cohorts—Boomers, Gen X, Millennials, and Gen Z—are shaped by their unique historical, economic, and technological environments. Our conversation offers insig...2024-11-0526 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastDemographics Decoded with Simon Kuestenmacher Unveiling the trends that will shape your futureHi, and welcome to another episode of the Michael Yardney podcast;. This is a very special episode because I’m introducing the new second podcast that I’ll deliver each week with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher. For the last four years, Simon has been one of this podcast's most popular regular guests. Because we both believe the demographics are going to be one of the main drivers of our property markets, business, and economy moving forward, we are publishing a separate podcast we’re calling Demographics Decoded, where we are going to unravel the trends that w...2024-08-1439 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAn Insider’s Guide to Property Investing, Felicity and Candice from “Talk Money To Me Podcast” grill Michael YardneyToday's episode is something a little different but it’s a special one. I recently had the privilege of joining Felicity and Candice from the "Talk Money to Me" podcast and it was a fantastic conversation. Today I’m going to replay that interview for you. In our chat, I dive deep into the current state of the property market and given the challenges many property investors are facing now, hopefully, by answering Candice and Felicity’s questions, I’ll also be answering some of your questions. Links and Resources: Michael Yardney Get t...2023-11-271h 04

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHomeownership trends property investors must understand, with Simon KuestenmacherIf you’re interested in becoming a successful property investor, my chat today with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher will be of real benefit to you, because we’re going to talk about a demographic trend that is critical in understanding how our property markets will work moving forward. What is this trend? Probably not the trend you’re thinking about. It’s homeownership. Considering homeowners make up 70% of our property markets, I think you’ll benefit from today’s chat. Home Ownership Demographic Trends We often talk about Australians' passion for...2022-04-2731 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast7 tips to make sure your children grow up rich (This is even for you if you don’t have children) | Summer SeriesDo you have children or are you planning to have children? How about grandchildren? If so, this episode is for you. Even if you haven’t got children, you’ll get some great money lessons from this episode. Today we’ll share seven tips to make sure your children grow up rich. And it’s not just about money. We’re talking about tips that will help children find success in all areas of life. So how do you go about creating a rich child? Here are some of the things we discuss...2022-01-2631 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe secrets of the top 1% of property investorsWhat does it take to become a successful investor? You know, one that builds a large property portfolio rather than selling up over the first few years like happens to about half of those who get involved in property. What does it take to be part of the 1% of property investors who build a portfolio of six or more properties? Now that was a question asked of me recently by Aaron Christie Davies for his Australian Property Investor Podcast and I think I know the answer to this because an audit of our...2022-01-1040 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastDo you understand the Five Levels of Investing? | Summer SeriesNot all investors are created equal. If you want to become a successful property investor you really need to understand the five levels of investing which is a model that I’ve designed to explain how most investors progress along their path to financial freedom. Just to be clear, this has nothing to do with your level of income. It has a lot to do with your financial fluency and financial intelligence. If you want to work your way up the rung of investors, you’re going to have to understand which level you’...2022-01-0329 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastLessons from a 50-year property veteran with Pete WargentDo you want to learn some investment lessons from somebody who’s been in the property game for almost 50 years? You’d hope to get some great insights and perspectives, wouldn’t you? Well, that’s what you going to get in today’s show, but it’s a little bit different from normal. As you know I normally interview guests or have my little chats with you in this podcast, but I was recently interviewed by Pete Wargent, a regular on this show, for his new podcast. And you won’t be surprised...2021-12-0643 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHands up if you want to know more about auctions, with Bryce YardneyAround Australia, weekend property auctions have become almost a national pastime. When we’re not lockdown people go along to have a sticky beak, to get an idea of the market, to fantasize about their dream homes or just to watch the street theatre unfolding before them. It’s a bit like watching buskers – you see an auction being conducted you just have to stop and gawk for a while. Of course, over the last year, we have had to learn to adapt in many auctions are conducted online, but auctions are still a part...2021-10-2735 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastA politician’s view of the housing affordability debate with Tim Wilson MPEven before property prices started skyrocketing in the past year, buying a new home was unaffordable for many young Australians And today, with the huge surge in prices we’ve experienced, the dream of homeownership feels like it’s moving completely out of reach of many young families. So, are we moving into a society of property haves and have nots? Well, that’s one of the topics I’m going to be discussing on today’s show with Federal Parliamentarian Tim Wilson who has been outspoken with his views on housing and superannuat...2021-10-1845 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastYes, it’s true! Here’s how you can improve your IQ | Rich Habits, Poor Habits with Tom Corley | Rich Habits, Poor HabitsYou have probably heard about IQ before. You may even have taken some free online quiz that promises to reveal how smart you are compared to Albert Einstein or Stephen Hawking. So, exactly what is IQ? How is it measured? And does it really matter? That’s what I’m going to chat with Tom Corley about in today’s Rich Habits Poor Habits podcast. And you’ll be pleased to learn that your IQ or your intelligence isn’t fixed. There are things you can do to increas...2021-10-1331 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastFearless living in challenging times with Rhonda BrittenThe general theme of my podcast is property investment, success, and money. But today’s show is more about you. If you’re like many Australians you’re sick of Covid; and by that I don’t mean sick with Covid. But sick of the limitations, the restrictions, the lockdowns, the inability to get on with your life or your investing, or your business. I know many of us are feeling angry, cross, or frustrated and that’s why today I’m having a chat with Rhonda Britten who is a repeat Oprah guest, a TEDx speaker...2021-10-0436 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThere’s no UberJobs app to solve the problem. It’s time to try something else with Simon KuestenmacherWhat does the Uber Eats app have to do with the skills shortage? What does walking down the cereal aisle in the supermarket have to do with our economy and our property markets? In today’s show I chat with leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher, who uses a number of food metaphors to help explain what’s happening in our economy, so if you’re a lover of food as I am, and more importantly if you’re interested in the property or business, I’m sure you’re going to get some great insights from my chat with...2021-07-2827 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastUnderstanding the changing game of property finance with Andrew MiramsYou heard me say it before - property investment is a game of finance with some houses thrown in the middle. But the rules of the game are changing in front of our eyes, so today I’d like to explain what’s going on with lending, so you have a better chance of the banks saying “yes” to you and lending you more money, with leading finance strategist Andrew Mirams, director of Intuitive finance. I plan to ask him a number of the common finance questions we’re asked when clients come to see us at Metr...2021-07-1234 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat’s the best advice you would give your younger self? | Build a Business, Not a Job PodcastThere are a lot of great things about being an adult, such as setting our own bedtimes and owning the pet of our choice. But perhaps most importantly, with age comes the wisdom and perspective we only wish we had when we were younger. So if you had the opportunity to go back in time, what would you have liked to tell your younger self? That’s what I’m going to discuss today with Mark Creedon and even though we can’t go back in time, we can reflect on the hard-earned knowle...2021-04-2140 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s why we’re going to have a ripper year in property + Housing Market Forecasts for 2021 with Dr. Andrew WilsonWith interest rates near zero, Australia’s economy rebounding, and pumped with massive amounts of stimulus, and the coronavirus all but eradicated from our shores, our property markets are looking healthy and starting the year off on a strong footing. The stats show that after the nation went into lockdown last year, national property rates fell overall a cumulative 2.2 percent. And of course, this was led by Melbourne and Sydney that were most affected by the lockdowns. But of course, this was nothing like the predicted calamitous falls. Now on the back of co...2021-02-0139 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe 3 big lessons I learned from successful investors at Wealth Retreat Summer Series with Pete WargentWhile you’re listening to this podcast, my wife and I are away on our vacation. Unfortunately due to Covid, it’s not the extended overseas trip we usually take at this time of the year, but we are able to take a number of breaks each year because we’ve built a substantial property portfolio that gives us the lifestyle we enjoy. I’m not showing off. What I’m suggesting is you should also build a substantial asset base to give you choices in life. How are you going to do that? How...2021-01-1332 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s what the next 12 months have in store for our economy and property with Pete Wargent2020 didn’t exactly turn out the way I or anyone expected at the beginning of the year. Just as the bushfires were receding, we started to learn about this virus in China that eventually made its way to our shores. The pandemic caused massive health issues in Australia and around the world. Many countries, including ours, have had two waves of Coronavirus. It kept many of us confined to our homes, it shut down major parts of our economy, and many major economies have seen falls of the GDP of 10% to 20%. Au...2021-01-0442 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastMethods, Mindset and Masterstrokes of a 45 Year Investor with Peter FritzToday’s podcast is a little different: it’s all about me. This is an interview with me. I hope it will help give you some insights about what makes me tick, what I’ve learned, what I’ve done wrong. This interview is with Peter Fritz of the Office Anywhere Podcast. Peter is a client, a successful property investor, and an author who writes regularly on Property Update. Peter has had his ups and downs like all of us have. He went through a midlife crisis, recognized what’s important in life, like his family and his childr...2020-12-231h 12

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat you do with a dud property. How do you know if you should sell or hold, with Brett WarrenYou invest your money to give yourself the highest likelihood of reaching your goals. But how do you know if your investment is actually helping you reach your goals? And what do you do if your investment properties are underperforming? That’s what I’m going to discuss today with Brett Warren, and our conversation will be informative for both new and experienced investors. Then, in my mindset moment, I’m going to share some advice from Bill Gates. Are your properties achieving the results you were expecting? Will it get...2020-12-0234 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe recession is over, here's how the recovery and property will be different, with Pete WargentIt looks like we worked our way through the recession, and slowly but surely, the coronavirus pandemic is coming under control. That means that the recession that we had was very different from previous recessions. But what does our recovery look like? That’s what I’m going to talk about today with Pete Wargent. We’ll discuss what’s ahead for our economy, why the recession panned out as it did, and how that’s going to set the scene for the next stage of Australia’s economy. Then, in today’s mind...2020-11-3034 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastSorry, Owning 50 Properties is Almost Impossible Now with Daniel GoldWhen I wrote the first edition of my book How To Grow A Multi-Million Dollar Property Portfolio - in your spare time, way back in 2006, it was outsold by another author who promised the secret to going from 0 to 230 properties in three and a half years. Subsequently, the same author wrote another book, 0 to 260 properties in seven years. Now who wouldn’t want to be able to achieve that? But the question is, is that realistic? And the answer is - No. And the author didn’t own that numb...2020-11-0436 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s why is the gap between the Rich and the average Australian is widening – with Andy HardtMaybe you’re rich. Maybe you’re poor. Maybe you’ve experienced both at different points in your life. There is no doubt the divide between the rich and the poor is only becoming bigger. By the way…if you haven’t figured it out yet, being wealthy isn’t all about money. So what’s the difference between the rich and the poor? That’s the question that I was asked by Andy Hart when I was interviewed on his Maven Money Podcast. Today’s episode is a recording of his interview with...2020-11-0258 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast10 Things Investors Must Understand Before Investing in Brisbane with Brett WarrenAre you interested in getting involved in the Brisbane property market? If so, today’s episode is just for you. But even if you aren’t interested in investing in the Brisbane property market yourself, considering that each state and city has its own nuances, the message that you’re going to hear from Brett Warren today will be useful to change and translate to the area where you want to invest. 10 things you must know before investing in Brisbane Where are the jobs being created? Demand will be stronger closer to major employment hubs a...2020-10-1935 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat You Must Understand About How the Rules of Money Have Changed with Pete WargentMoney doesn’t care about what color, race, or class you are. It doesn’t care what your parents did or who you think you are. It doesn’t discriminate. And you have the same rights and opportunities as everyone else to make as much of it as you want. But the majority of Australians will never be financially independent. On the other hand, a small group of Australian investors and business owners are becoming very wealthy. Why is that? Most people complain they don’t have enough money. But the...2020-10-1434 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastMaybe you should stick to your day job and not invest in property with Stuart WemyssWhen it comes to property investing are you a fox or a hedgehog? Is property investment an art or science? Maybe property investment isn’t what you should be spending your time on; maybe you should stick to your day job instead That’s what I discuss today with Stuart Wemyss. And then, in my mindset moment, I’m going to share with you why we’re not all created equal. You’ll get lots of great information from today’s show that will help you get more success in your inve...2020-09-2838 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat can you learn from the best performing suburbs over the last 20 years, with Brett WarrenWe all know that real estate is a long-term investment. So, what were the best-performing suburbs over the last couple of decades? They may not be the ones that you’d first think of. Today’s I chat with Bret Warren about what made certain suburbs outperform over the last couple of decades. I’m also going to have a chat with an SAS commando. Why? This is a show about property and success and money, but most of us are being affected by a form of hostage situation – COVID-19. So who...2020-09-1642 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastTax matters for property investors in a time of crisis | ATO Assistant Commissioner Adam O’GradyRecently, I appeared on the Australian Taxation Office’s podcast, Tax InVoice, to talk about tax-related matters that would be of interest to property investors in a time of crisis. I spoke with assistant commissioner Adam O’Grady about how the events of 2020 impacted property investors and what recent law changes mean for residential property investors. Some of the things we covered included what can and what can’t be claimed, how to avoid some of the common tax mistakes, and where to find further information. This was an informative discussion, one that I thin...2020-09-1426 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastQ&A Day: How to plan for your financial future in a world of uncertainty + more | with Brett WarrenThere’s so much uncertainty with what’s going to happen to our economy and our property markets. How do you plan for your financial future? That’s one of the questions we’re going to answer today in the first of a series of question and answer podcasts. Today I’m going to have a chat with Brett Warren to answer some of your questions including how to formulate a property plan, what your endgame should be, and how many properties you need to retire comfortably. At the end of today’s sh...2020-09-0243 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastA reality check on life in a post-COVID world with Pete WargentWhat will life be like post-COVID-19? Even though many of us have spent weeks dreaming about the day things are going to get back to normal, it may not be as smooth sailing as some of us would like. We can expect to see lots of changes. Your favorite café might not survive the shutdowns. You may greet friends with a nod or wave rather than a hug. There will be practical and economic changes that will affect our jobs and property markets, and that’s what I’m going to talk about today...2020-08-3141 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIs getting started in property development right for you with Bryce YardneyHave you ever thought of getting involved in property development? That’s what I’m going to talk about today with Bryce Yardney, director of Metropole Projects. We’re seeing more and more people interested in property development because, in times of flatter capital growth, you’re looking to manufacture capital growth. Today we’re going to talk about some of the risks involved in property development. Property development involves a wide range of activities and processes and in order to be successful, you’ll need to know about the market, the property...2020-08-2436 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIt’s What You Buy, Not When or How Much You Pay, That Matters with Stuart WemyssTaking control of your personal finances, becoming wealthy or successful in property investing, is simple, but it’s not easy. That’s not a play on words. It’s simple if you know how, but it’s not easy because a lot of investors make mistakes. They’re fussed about the timing and the price they’re going to pay for their property, but those factors may not matter as much as you think. That’s the topic of today’s chat with Stuart Wemyss, who’s going to explain that it’s what you buy that ma...2020-08-1742 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast7 Australian demographic trends investors and businesspeople must understandHow important is assessing demographics in building your property portfolio or planning your business or personal ventures? If you don’t pay attention you could be missing the key to building long-term wealth in a way that minimizes your risks. In today’s episode of Michael Yardney podcast, I chat with Simon Kuestenmacher, and we’re going to talk about 7 macro / big picture demographic trends. So, at the end of the episode, you’ll have a better big picture macro view of what the demographic trends in Australia are. Highlights from my conversat...2020-08-0550 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastProperty forecasts - which are useful and which to ignore, with John LindemanMuch of the Australian economy is being kept on temporary life support either by federal government schemes or through bank relief. These assistance measures are slated to end after 6 months, but clearly the coronavirus crisis won’t be over by then, and unemployment probably won’t return to normal levels for a few years. People are wondering what’s going to happen to house prices, unemployment, and our economy once these protections are taken away, and there are lots of forecasts coming up. That’s one of the things I want to talk to John Lin...2020-07-2936 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s where Robert Kiyosaki is wrong about propertyRobert Kiyosaki has taught millions and millions of people some important financial concepts. I learned a lot from him in my early years, and I’ve quoted him on many occasions. But I also believe that the way he thinks about real estate – which may work for him in the US – is not relevant in Australia. And there are a number of his other concepts that I don’t believe are correct. He does have some great basic rules of investing that I’m going to share with you on today’s podcast. 2020-07-0631 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow will plummeting immigration affect our economy and property? With Simon KuestenmacherThe coronavirus crisis has cut Australia off from the world. And our population growth is about to slow dramatically. This is going to affect our property market and slow economic growth by up to 2%. Every time we have an economic downturn, immigration becomes a topic of great interest. And with the likelihood of unemployment rising to over 10%, the discussion has become even more vocal. In today’s show, I discuss the political, economic, and property implications of immigration with our regular guest, leading demographer Simon Kuestenmacher. You may be surprised by what h...2020-06-1738 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow much will property prices fall during the recession? With Stuart WemyssHow much will property prices fall during the recession? There’s no doubt that turnover of property sales is dropping, and yes properties in some areas are falling in value. But will they drop 10%, 20%, 30% like some people are suggesting? Which headline do you even start to believe? Well, let’s not worry too much about the headlines, because today I’m going to have a chat with Stuart Wemyss and we’re going to give you evidence-based facts about what could happen so you’ll have a better understanding about what’s going to happen to un...2020-06-0150 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s why property forecasts fail, but why we still need themHow would you like to know what the property values are going to be at the end of the year? Would you like me to forecast what property values are going to be in two to three years’ time, or which areas will have the best growth? Of course! Everyone likes forecasts. We want certainty. That’s especially true in today’s market with things are so uncertain. But let me bust a myth about forecasts. The myth is that forecasts work. No they don’t! Today, I’ll have...2020-04-0833 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe Rich are in the business of manufacturing luck | RICH HABITS, POOR HABITS PodcastIt’s a common belief that becoming rich requires more than a little bit of luck. But is this true? Or is it just that those who are not that rich find it easier to believe that those who’ve made it are luckier than they are talented? My reading suggests that luck, whether random or self-made is a common denominator of wealthy people. In today’s episode, Tom Corley and I will talk more about this. But part of the conclusion really is that if you want to be rich, you do need a bi...2020-04-0125 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastSome fundamental changes you need to understand if you want to be successful over the next decadeIn today’s show, I’ve got a special interview that I’m sure you’re going to enjoy. More importantly, it’s one where I know you’re going to learn something that will help you as a businessperson, investor, or entrepreneur. If you’re a regular listener, you know that I enjoyed a 6-week cruise at the beginning of the year. And on that cruise, I befriended Lord Digby Jones, a politician who sits in the House of Lords in the UK and a renowned social commentator. I asked him to record a chat tha...2020-03-1847 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast7 common mistakes first home buyers makeAre you looking at buying your first home now or in the future? Then this episode is for you. I’ll be talking with Marc and Sally from Finder.com.au about things first-time homebuyers need to do to make the most of their purchase and the mistakes they should avoid. Even if you’re not a first-time buyer, the property information we discuss is valuable for those who have been through the process before as well. Mistakes First Home Buyers Make Buying emotionally – Your first home is not likely to be you...2020-03-0928 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow I built my property empire – Summer SeriesIf you want to become successful at anything, whether it’s property investment, business or entrepreneurship, a great strategy is to find yourself a mentor – someone who’s achieved what you’re wanting to achieve and study them, learn from them and emulate them. You can learn from their successes as well as their failures. In fact it’s much cheaper to learn from your mentor’s mistakes So please allow me to be one of your mentors. You see…I frequently get interviewed on the radio, television and on podcasts. And toda...2020-01-2953 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastEveryone wants to be on top of the mountain but few are willing to make the climb | RICH HABITS, POOR HABITS PodcastSome goals are very hard to reach. Some are not so hard. That’s why climbing is often used as an inspirational metaphor for reaching new goals. It’s well into a new year, you’ve probably set some goals for the year or even for the new decade. Today we’re going to talk about climbing to the top of the mountain wanting to reach the top of the mountain, even though it’s going to be hard, even though you know the trip will be long. I’ll have a chat with Tom...2020-01-0826 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastPete Wargent’s 6 Rules for Wealth Creation - Summer SeriesYou rarely see psychology discussed alongside business and investment, but I believe that psychology is foundational to entrepreneurial success. Your mindset matters when it comes to achievement. In today’s episode, I’m going to chat with Pete Wargent and discuss his 6 rules for wealth creation. Some of them may surprise you. 6 Rules for Wealth Creation: Increase Your Self-Esteem – People with low self-esteem may unconsciously sabotage their own success, because they don’t believe they deserve it. Work on retraining your brain to think positively. Think Long-Term – True wealth is built slowly over time...2020-01-0627 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat’s ahead for property in this new decade? With Dr. Andrew WilsonWell, it's the beginning of the New Year, in fact, the beginning of a new decade. It wasn't that long ago I remember the turn-of-the-century when we were all worried about the Y2K bug. All those predictions of mayhem that didn't occur. In fact, we are now 20% through the 21st century – that's a scary thought isn't it. So, what's ahead for the new decade? I'm sure there will be lots of scary predictions, and my first prediction is that most predictions will be wrong. But to get an ide...2020-01-0129 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe latest Australian Research is in. Here’s what’s happening to your wealthThe facts are in again, and they show that the rich are getting richer. If you’re a regular listener, you know that we’ve said that on many occasions. But today I’m having a conversation with Michele Levine, CEO of Roy Morgan, Australia’s longest-established research company who recently released an Australian wealth report that’s very different from all the other reports. We’re going to dig in and explain what’s really been going on over the past 10 to 15 years with some interesting findings. We chat about why the rich are g...2019-12-2330 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat you don’t know about Imposter Syndrome could hurt you as an investorHave you ever felt like everyone else knows what they’re doing when you have no clue? Do you sometimes believe your success is all about luck, but your failures are all you? Do you wonder when the fraud police are going to come to kick down the door and drag you from your desk? If the answer is yes to any of these, welcome to the imposter club! The good and bad news is that it’s not a very exclusive club and almost all of us will be a member o...2019-12-1150 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe most important things investors need to understand about demographics with Simon KuestenmacherIf you’re a property investor, in business, or an entrepreneur, you’re really going to enjoy today’s show. Simon Kuestenmacher, Director of Research at The Demographics Group, is joining the podcast today, and we’re going to talk a bit about demographics – how many Australians there are, where they’re living, where they want to live. But more importantly, we’ll talk about what the big trends are and how they’re going to affect our property values and the economy. We’re going to speak about what the right sort of property is going...2019-11-1832 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast7 Shocking Differences Between Rich Habits of Men and Women | RICH HABITS, POOR HABITS PodcastAre men and women different when it comes to their wealth habits? The simple answer is yes and in today’s episode you may find out a little bit more about how you’re wired. You see… we all have some rich habits and some poor habits, so after this episode, you’ll be able to adopt some great rich habits and eliminate some of your poorer habits. Differences Between Rich Habits of Men and Women #1 Gambling Women gamble less than men. Not only do fewer women gamble, but...2019-11-0620 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow to find a property manager who cares as much about your property as you doIn today’s podcast, we’re going to talk about property management, and more specifically what a property manager does. There will be some things that surprise you. We’ll also talk about how to select a property manager, because if you’re going to build a business, a property business on the side, you’ve got to have one that doesn’t have too many working parts and that works for you even when you’re not there. And that means finding a property manager who cares as much about your property as you do. 2019-10-2131 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAll Your Finance Questions AnsweredThe content of today’s show has been designed by you, because we’re going to answer your finance questions. Today’s conversation with Dan Gold will be helpful for both beginning and experienced property investors. I’ve also thrown in my own question, and I think you’ll enjoy hearing the answer: - Is it really true that you can get a finance approval in as little as two days? You’ll find out today. Some of the questions we discuss today: Will buying higher-yielding properties in regional Australia increase borrow...2019-10-0940 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s the truth about getting started in property developmentI’ve noticed a trend recently that more and more investors are looking to get involved in property development. They want to “manufacture” some capital growth because the market has been a little flat. So that’s what we’re going to talk about in today’s episode – how to get started in property development But today’s show is going to focus on some real-world advice. There are too many enthusiastic but inexperienced amateurs giving what is probably well-intentioned, but ultimately poor property development advice. And even if you’re not ready to j...2019-09-1643 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s where the real risk is in property investing | 3 important considerations for property in the next decade – Pete WargentProperty investment is risky. But the risk isn’t what you think. It’s not what most investors consider when they get involved in property investing. What most people think about risk is wrong, and what most people are being taught about risk is wrong. I’m going to share with you some ideas that will make you a better, safer investor when you understand where the risk really lies. Then I’m going to have a chat with Pete Wargent about three important considerations that will be affecting the value of property...2019-08-2830 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWill Brisbane property prices really surge 20%It seems that it’s to make predictions for the property market over the next couple of years. The predictions have grown more positive over the past few months, and I agree with that. But I don’t agree with some that are suggesting that we’re going to get a property boom. In particular, one prediction is that the Brisbane property market is going to increase by 20% over the next few years. Is this possible? That’s the discussion we’re going to have today with Brett Warren. This is the audio track of o...2019-08-2635 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast7 Tips for a better financial future | The investment that separates the rich from the poorIf you’re looking for more money, more success or to learn to be a better property investor, today’s show is for you. I’m going to share three important concepts in today’s episode. Firstly, I’ll be sharing some tips for a better financial future. Then, in my mindset moment, I’ll explain the big investment that the rich make that the poor don’t. Finally, I’ll have a chat with Brett Warren, the Director of Metropole Properties in Brisbane, about the lessons that he would have liked to know earlie...2019-07-1530 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast4 Costly Business Owner Myths | Build a Business, Not a Job PodcastThe 7 Major Benefits of Taking Your Business to Level Three It’s well worth investing your time, energy, and resources to build a thriving Level Three business. When you do, here are the seven tangible benefits you’ll get: It gives you control over your financial future. It will massively increase your net worth. Your business is much easier to scale. You earn your freedom from your business. A Level Three business gives your staff security and growth opportunities. Your business is dramatically more stable. You have a greater impact on your market. So, let’s...2019-06-1926 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow I Built My Property Empire - Michael YardneyIf you want to become successful at anything, whether it’s property investment, business or entrepreneurship, a great strategy is to find yourself a mentor – someone who’s achieved what you’re wanting to achieve and study them, learn from them and emulate them. You can learn from their successes as well as their failures. In fact it’s much cheaper to learn from your mentor’s mistakes So please allow me to be one of your mentors. You see…I frequently get interviewed on the radio, television and on podcasts. And toda...2019-06-1252 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s how insanely successful people manage their time | BUILD A BUSINESS NOT A JOB PODCASTWhat’s more valuable to you - time or money? Well, you can use your time to create more money. But you can’t use money to buy more time. That makes time the more valuable commodity. In today’s Build a Business Not a Job podcast, I’m going to have a chat with Mark Creedon about time management and investing your time like it’s money. Even if you’re not in business or planning to go into business, I’ve found that we all face the same challenges of trying to sq...2019-05-1524 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe Data is in: This is what really contributes to the performance of your property | Stuart WemyssAre you considering buying a new home or an investment property? If so you’re probably wondering should you buy now or should you wait? What if prices fall further this year? A better question would be - how important is it to get your timing right and what are the most important factors involved in the long-term performance of your investment property? With my guest today, Stuart Wemyss we’re going to uncover what really makes the big difference in a property’s long-term performance. Some of the ideas...2019-04-1539 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastSuccess Habits of the Rich – Part 2 | RICH HABITS, POOR HABITS PodcastOver the years I’ve spent a lot of time studying rich people, and over the last decade I’ve personally mentored some very successful people. Along the way, I’ve become much more successful as well. I’ve written about success in my books and my blogs, and we discuss these topics in this monthly Rich Habits Poor Habits podcast. This is the second in a series focusing on the Success Habits of the rich. In today’s show, we’ll continue to look at some of the main success habits of the...2019-04-1022 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhere are our property markets heading - John Lindeman | How to choose a selling agentWhat will the property markets be doing for the rest of 2019? And what can we expect to happen after 2019? In today’s episode, I’ll be asking those questions of property researcher John Lindeman who joins us to talk about why he disagrees with many of the so-called experts predicting long-lasting house price falls and what he bases his analysis on. During today’s mindset moment, we’ll talk about winners and losers and what one of the big differences is between them. It’s probably not what you think. Finally, I’ll have...2019-03-2538 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow to become a Property Developer, Bryce YardneyAre you interested in getting into property development? If so, the insights in today’s episode can help you on your journey. And even if you’re not planning on getting into property development yourself, you can still learn a lot about property selection and how the mind of a successful property developer works by listening to the interview in today’s episode. In this special bonus episode, you’ll hear Dan Gold of Long Property interview my son, Bryce Yardney. Bryce has been overseeing and the property development arm at Metropol...2019-03-2048 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHere’s what not to do in property in 2019 | 5 questions to ask an agent before making an offerTo be successful in the current more challenging property markets, you not only need to know what to do, but just as importantly you need to know what not to do. As I see it there will be plenty of challenges and risks in the real estate markets this year and the value of certain properties will be a little lower by the end of the year. But we’re experiencing a necessary market adjustment and without it we’d be in for the kind of crash we really didn’t want. So in tod...2019-02-2544 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastEverything You Learned About Money and the Rich is a Myth | Rich Habits, Poor Habits PodcastMost of us want to become rich. But do we really know what that means? In today’s show, I’m going to debunk some of the biggest myths about rich people. The myths that have developed around wealth and rich people are not only interesting but within these myths and the realities behind them, we may find clues as to how we can become wealthy ourselves. It’s important to challenge these misconceptions because how you think about money and rich people can determine how successful and wealthy you become. Some of...2019-02-0625 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastTrends and Forecasts for Property in 2019Every year is a little bit different in the property market, but 2019 is going to be a watershed year.If you’re curious about what’s going to be affecting the property market in the year ahead, you’re going to enjoy today’s conversation with Ahmad Imam. We’re going to talk about the major trends what will shape our real estate markets in 2019 and beyond. After you listen to today’s episode, you’ll be more informed and less worried, because you’ll know what to look out for, and you’ll find out more about the opportunities ahea...2019-01-2159 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre You Good Enough to Succeed? | Rich Habits, Poor Habits PodcastHave you ever felt that you’re not good enough? Have you wondered why you’re not appreciated or valued for who you really are? This happens to everyone, even successful business people and entrepreneurs. But why would wealthy and successful people feel they aren’t good enough? Something called imposter syndrome can make you feel as if you’re not good enough. Imposter syndrome causes feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt even in face of evidence to the contrary. If you’re wondering whether you not you’re good enough, ther...2019-01-0224 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastConfessions of a Real Estate EntrepreneurIf you want to become more successful in life, business, and investing, you’re going to get a lot out of today’s show. Even if you’re not an entrepreneur in the sense that you would normally use that word, if you want to be more successful than the average Australian property invetsor you will need to be entrepreneurial. In this episode, you’ll hear me being interviewed by Brett Warren, the director of Metropole Property Strategists Brisbane. I’ll be answering questions that have been left on the website by my blog readers and my pod...2018-12-3151 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast6 Things the Financial Media won’t tell You | Super Parents Raise Super KidsWe all understand the concept of fake news. The media plays with our emotions, our fear and our greed in an effort to get clicks and readers. Today I’m going to discuss 6 things the media won’t tell you about property investing that you should know. Then, in my mindset moment, I’m going to talk about a concept that’s helped me through my difficult times. After that, I’ll play a radio interview that I did with Laurie Atlas. In the interview, I talk about how you can make your...2018-12-2433 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast10 Critical Habits the Wealthy Learn from Their Parents | Rich Habits, Poor Habits PodcastThe wealth gap is widening around the world. The rich get richer and the poor get left behind. But why does this happen? According to Tom Corley, the gap is really a parenting gap, not a wealth gap. In today’s episode, we’ll discuss 10 critical habits that the self-made wealthy learned from their parents. This will help you understand the lessons that you should be teaching your children to help them grow up to be successful. And if you haven’t yet learned these lessons yourself, it’s not too late to...2018-12-0526 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThis is a Major Demographic Change all Investors must Understand | Will Mortgage Stress Cause a Property Market Meltdown?To become a successful as an investor you need to own the type of property that’s going to be in strong demand not just now, but in the future as well. So on this week’s show I’m going to discuss a developing demographic change will affect the kinds of properties that will be in demand going forward. I’ll also share a mindset moment and explain why you need a guide to take you to the top of the mountain. And then, I’ll have a chat with Pete Wargent about hous...2018-11-1234 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastPete Wargent’s 6 Rules for Wealth CreationYou rarely see psychology discussed alongside business and investment, but I believe that psychology is foundational to entrepreneurial success. Your mindset matters when it comes to achievement. In today’s episode, I’m going to chat with Pete Wargent and discuss his 6 rules for wealth creation. Some of them may surprise you. 6 Rules for Wealth Creation: Increase Your Self-Esteem – People with low self-esteem may unconsciously sabotage their own success, because they don’t believe they deserve it. Work on retraining your brain to think positively. Think Long-Term – True wealth is built slowly over time...2018-10-1525 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhere will property values be in 25 years’ time? | Understand how Artificial Intelligence will change our livesMany real estate investors and homeowners worry about the value of their property today. But it’s important to take a long-range view and think about what the value of property will be in the future. In today’s episode, we’ll talk about what may happen to property values over the next 25 years and look back at what’s happened over the past 25 years. We’ll also have a chat with Dale Beaumont about Artificial Intelligence, and how that will change our lives in the coming years. Where will the real estate market be in...2018-10-0830 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast10 Things your Banker won’t tell you, but you Really Should Know | When am I too old to invest?You’ve probably heard me say that I believe that property investment is a game of finance - with some houses thrown in the middle. Well, in today’s episode I’m going to tell you 10 things your banker won’t tell you but that you must know to become a successful property investor. Then Ken Raiss answers a listener’s question about whether you’re ever too old to invest. And even if you're not wondering if you're too old to invest, there are some great lessons in my chat with Ken. 10 thin...2018-09-1729 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat property investors must understand before buying in Brisbane | 5 reasons you’ll always be in debt | Everything happens for a reasonAre you wondering what’s going to be the best performing property market over the next couple of years? In today’s show, we’ll talk about where the best performing market will be, what to do and what not to do if you decide to invest there. In my mindset message I’ll explain why everything happens for a reason. And you’ll also learn why many Australians are going to remain in debt all of their lives. What investors must understand before buying in Brisbane People are starting to return t...2018-09-1031 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastIs your IQ fixed or can you get smarter? | Rich Habits Poor Habits PodcastWant to become smarter? According to the latest research, you can. Contrary to what was previously believed, your IQ is not fixed. Most IQ tests attempt to measure two types of intelligence - crystallized and fluid. Crystallized intelligence relies on existing skills, knowledge and experience to solve problems by accessing information from long-term memory. Fluid intelligence, on the other hand, relies on the ability to understand relationships between various concepts to solve the problems. It is independent of any previous knowledge, skills or experience and accesses information from short-term...2018-09-0517 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastTop Tips for Getting Finance in the Changing Landscape | Not all Land is Created Equal | 3 Success TipsThis stage of the property cycle isn’t as much fun as the last couple of years when things were booming – is it? Many investors are having difficulty getting financing to start their portfolio or grow it. And capital gains aren’t assured, so where do you buy? By the end of this show, you’ll have more clarity about what's ahead and where to buy. Top Tips for getting finance in the changing landscape Seek professional advice Be prepared to justify and articulate your expenses Consider principle and interest loans ra...2018-08-0630 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAre Great Property Investors Born or Made | Where will you be in 10 years?Are great property investors born or made? Can anyone achieve success in property investing? That’s one of the topics we’re going to discuss on today’s show. I’m also going to share a lesson I learned when one of my mentors asked, “where are you going to be in 10 years’ time?” Are you walking down the right road to arrive at the place you want to be? Finally, Ken Raiss of Metropole Wealth Advisory is going to join us to answer a question about ownership structures. Are great property inves...2018-07-0926 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHave You Considered a Property Joint Venture? | How the RBA Sets Interest Rates | The New Rules for DepreciationHave you ever considered a joint property venture to help you get into property or get yourself to the next level? Many people are having difficulty getting into property or getting to the next level, and some people are considering joint property ventures as a way to get involved in property development. In today’s episode, I’ll discuss the pros and cons of getting into a joint property venture. Later in the episode, we’ll talk to Stuart Wemyss about how the Reserve Bank sets interest rates. If you’ve ever wondered what the RBA does...2018-06-1825 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastAn Insider's Guide to What's Happening in PropertyHave you ever wanted to sit me down in a corner and ask me all of your questions about property? That’s what Liz and Marc from Finder.com.au did. Earlier this year, they asked me all their questions about property. The interview had so much good information in it that I asked permission for you to hear it on my show Listen to the episode to hear about the major forces driving our property market, the effects of APRA, what I see ahead for interest rates, how rising interest rates might ac...2018-06-0453 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastHow my investment strategy changed in the past 2 yearsWhen the world of finance changes, property investors must be prepared to change with it. In today’s episode, I’ll be chatting with property analyst Pete Wargent about recent changes in finance and how they have affected his investment strategies. Changes in the market and new regulations affect the property cycle, and investors must adjust their strategies at different phases in the cycle. These changes also affect different segments of the market differently meaning you may want to avoid certain segments and focus on others. The changes in bank’s lendin...2018-05-2827 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat is the Role of Luck in Investing and Success?Are you lucky? How important is luck in your success in property investment, in business or as an entrepreneur? We often think success comes as a reward to the hardest working, most focused, and most talented individuals. But is that really the case? Believe it or not, luck may play a bigger role in success than you think. Today I’ll be talking to Louise Bedford about what science has to say about the role that luck plays in success in business and property investment. Some of the things we di...2018-04-3028 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhat would Crocodile Dundee say about Australia in 2018 if he came back from a few decades walkabout in the USA?Who wouldn’t like to buy their parents’ house at the price their parents paid years ago? In today’s show we’re going to look at the past as I have a chat with Pete Wargent to see what clues it can give us about the future of property. We discuss what would happen if Crocodile Dundee would have to assess the changes that happened to our property markets in Australia since 1986 – maybe he’d gone on a walk about State Side for a few decades. What Mick Dundee would think of present-day Au...2018-04-1633 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhy is Michael Yardney still working? | Learn the Money Habits of the RichWhy is Michael Yardney still working? | Learn the Money Habits of the Rich Making money and creating wealth to achieve financial freedom is usually the reason why people invest in property. This means that property is really just a vehicle for attaining money and that's one of the reasons today’s show is about money. I'm going to segment this show into three parts. If you're like many other listeners of my podcast you may wonder why I’m still working. Well today I break that down for you and...2018-04-0225 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastThe top 5 mistakes that property investors make… apart from buying the “wrong” propertyToday, we discuss the top 5 mistakes that property investors make, those that have nothing to do with buying the wrong property with Stuart Wemyss director of ProSolutions Private Clients. If you want to build wealth through investing in property, you’ll learn something from the mistakes that others have made so that you don’t make the same ones. I’ve talked and written a lot about how to choose the right property - an “investment grade property.” So let’s assume you have found the right property. There are still many things that you can...2018-02-2623 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastDo you have rich habits or poor habits when it comes to property investing?What habits do rich and successful property investors share? Today, we have another summer series episode of my show where I’m interviewed by Tyrone Shum of Property Investory. Tyrone digs in deep and asks what held me back when I first started investing in property investment. He also asks me about the rich habits versus the poor habits of property investors and why some are more successful than others. I explain a bit about the nuts and bolts of my own property investment strategy, and how I add value to property. ...2018-01-2629 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastWhy the rich keep getting richer and how you can become one of themDo you want to know why the rich keep getting richer and how to become one of them? Well, today’s show is a little different and should give you some insights. It was part of the launch for my book Rich Habits Poor Habits which I wrote with Tom Corley. We launched the book in Australia last year and it has been doing really well. However we just recently launched in the US and this episode is an interview that Mark Creedon conducted with Tom and me. We all know th...2017-11-2720 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastDo real estate agents tell white lies to make a sale? | This is the best predictors of future successDo real estate agents tell little white lies? And would you like to know how to predict the chance of your future success? Well...in today's Podcast I chat with George Raptis, Director of Metropole in Sydney and ask whether real estate agents tell white lies to make help make sales. We discuss whether agents bend the truth or are they just trying to do their job without being sued. I deal with real estate agents all the time and most are just regular people doing their very best in a ver...2017-11-0624 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastLearn to negotiate like a pro from a negotiating proSuccessful property investors and successful business people are good negotiators. Today, we are going to teach you how to negotiate like a pro by speaking with a negotiating pro. Of course, the skill of negotiating is important in all facets of life. So today, I chat with George Raptis, Director of Metropole in Sydney, to share his professional negotiating tips. Some people have a natural talent for negotiation, but most learn this skill by practice and by negotiating many deals. There are a few rules that can help with negotiation. 2017-10-3041 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastLearn to invest from the world's most successful investor | Warren Buffett Quotes | What are the best structures for owning an investment propertyThis week we learn some investment lessons from the most successful investor in the world. In my mindset moment, I’m going to share some quotes from Warren Buffett. My special guest today is Ken Raiss, director of Metropole Wealth Advisory. Ken answers a question about the best structures for owning an investment property. Learn to Invest From the Most Successful Investor in the World Warren Buffet's Philosophy includes: Adhering to a proven investment strategy. Being a counter cycle investor. Specialize not diversify. Being a value investor. Take a long te...2017-10-0223 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast9 reasons not to invest in property | Michael’s Mindset Moment | Pete Wargent’s prediction for the future of propertyToday I share 9 reasons not to invest in property, and in my mindset moment, I’m going to be a bit of a thorn in your side. Then my guest, Pete Wargent gives us some predictions for the future of property. 9 reasons not to invest in property You should NOT get involved in real estate investing if you’re: Looking for tax savings and ignoring property investment fundamentals Fear of missing out or FOMO Wanting to get rich quick Not understanding how investment property works If you are not financially fluent in budg...2017-09-0425 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney PodcastBONUS EPISODE – What makes Michael Yardney tick – part 1Today, in this special episode of the Michael Yardney podcast, I replay an interview with me by Tyrone Shum of Property Investory. I’ll share my story – how I got started in property, what’s I’m up to today and what inspires me. In this show Tyrone asks me: What a typical day looks like. Where I grew-up and a bit about my personal story. How I started in property and what motivated me then The story behind the name Metropole Properties How I learned about the importance of cycles and finance for property...2017-08-2131 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast004: Are you ready for an interest rate rise or four? | Why you must do the opposite of everyone else | 7 questions to ask before locking in on interest ratesToday I discuss a very important topic for property investors - the future of interest rates. Do you think they are going to stay the same, fall or rise? Would you be surprised if they went up eight times in the next two years? One expert believes that could be the case. Could you cope with that? In my mindset moment, I discuss why you should be doing the opposite of everyone else. And this doesn't just relate to real estate investing. I will also share with you seven qu...2017-08-1421 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast002: Is it too late to buy this property cycle? | William’s finance question answered | Don’t wish it were easier, wish you were betterWelcome to episode two of the Michael Yardney podcast. Today, I’m going to discuss three things. One of them is a very common thing I get asked. Is it too late to get involved in property investment at this stage of the cycle? Difficulty getting finance from the banks A lesson that changed my way of thinking about all sorts of things not just property investment. Today’s discussion includes: What other factors to consider with investing besides timing Countercyclical investing It’s not the external w...2017-07-1721 min

Property Investment, Success & Money | The Michael Yardney Podcast001: What makes an investment grade property | Become the pilot of your life, not the passengerWelcome to episode one of the Michael Yardney podcast. Over the years, I have probably educated more successful Australians than anyone else in the area of wealth creation through property. Now it's time for me to share my thoughts about what is going on in the world with property investment, the economy, and why the rich keep getting richer all through my new Michael Yardney podcast. This is going to be a weekly show that comes out every Tuesday, where you can pick my brain on property investment and more. I'll also share some thoughts...2017-07-1718 min