The Perth Property Show

355 - What's Your Property Buying Strategy? ft. Lachlan Delahunty

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Lachlan Delahunty, Managing Director of Follio, about their rebranding and focus on portfolio management. Lachlan emphasizes strategies such as debt reduction, rent vesting, and leveraging their new software tool, Prop Stack, to manage client portfolios. They discuss Perth's current property market, highlighting a 50/50 client focus on Perth and other markets, and emphasize the importance of diversification. Lachlan projects a 15% growth in Perth's property market over the next year, with units potentially seeing a 20% rise. Specific investment advice includes targeting units between $650K and $700K, especially with the upcoming first home buyer scheme.

354 - Mortgages & Interest Rates Update ft. Sam Carrello

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens interviews Sam Carrello, a top mortgage broker, about the current state of the Western Australian property market. They discuss the record low stock on market, the impact of recent RBA rate cuts, changes in the first home loan deposit scheme, and adjustments in the way hex debts are assessed. With the stock of available properties dwindling to below 3,000 and prices rising, the conversation also touches on the increasing demand driven by more favourable lending policies and government schemes. Sam and Trent delve into the competitive landscape, especially in the sub-$1 million property segment, and offer advice on how potential buyers can optimize their financial positions and leverage current market opportunities.

353 - How Does A Lifestyle Village Work? ft. John Wood

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts John Wood, Managing Director of Providence Lifestyle Group, to discuss the history and development of lifestyle villages in Western Australia. From his early days growing up in the caravan industry to pioneering lifestyle villages, John shares insights on the transformation from basic caravans to sophisticated modular homes. They cover topics like the origins of lifestyle villages, the economic and practical benefits for residents, policy and legislative challenges, and future project expansions. The conversation highlights how lifestyle villages can be a significant part of the solution to the housing crisis in WA.

352 - Is This The Best Insurance Money Can Buy? ft. Paul Watkins

This week, Trent Fleskens delves into the importance of Title Insurance, a topic not discussed in over six years. Joined by Paul Watkins from Stewart Title, the episode covers what Title Insurance is, its costs, and real-life examples of its benefits. They discuss unapproved building works, boundary disputes, and issues in newly subdivided land. Trent shares his personal experience of making a successful claim with Stewart Title, emphasizing the value and peace of mind it provides.

351 - Property Tax 101 Essentials ft. Carlo Bordi

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens speaks with Carl Bordi from Bordi and Associates about essential tax topics for property investors. They discuss fundamental topics such as which property-related expenses are tax-deductible, the intricacies of depreciation, and the mechanics of negative gearing. The conversation also covers the implications of capital gains tax, the best entities to purchase properties under, and the potential impacts of policy changes. Bordi offers practical advice on delineating between repairs and improvements, handling multiple investment properties, and the nuances of GST implications. The episode wraps up with guidance on tax filing deadlines for property investors.

350 - WA Regional Property Market Update Aug25 ft. Brendon Ptolomey

In this episode of Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens and guest Brendon Ptolomey provide an in-depth analysis of Western Australia's regional property market. They discuss major developments, such as the opening of a new Bunnings in Karratha and its potential impact on property prices. They cover various regions including Port Hedland, South Hedland, Geraldton, Kalgoorlie, Albany, Margaret River, Bunbury, York, and Northern, highlighting current property trends, price surges, and investment opportunities. Brendon emphasizes the importance of understanding market risks, especially in high-yield but volatile areas like Kartha. The episode concludes with an outlook on future developments and potential interventions needed to balance supply and demand in these markets.

349 - Perth Property Market Update ft. Brendon Ptolomey

In this episode of the Perth Property Show, host Trent Fleskens and guest Brendon Ptolomey, Managing Director of Heron Todd White, discuss the current state of the Perth property market. They review the market movements since the start of the year, noting a significant drop in stock on the market leading to historical low levels and a rise in FOMO among buyers. The episode explores themes such as the rental crisis, construction cost challenges, and future economic outlooks tied to interest rates and property values. Key trends such as the impact of elevated construction costs on building viability, the changing behaviours of east coast investors, and strategies for navigating the undersupplied market are also highlighted. The episode concludes with predictions for the upcoming spring season and potential interest rate changes.

348 - WA Commercial Market Insights July25 ft. Vanessa Rader

Trent Fleskens hosts the Perth Property Show with guest Vanessa Rader from Ray White Commercial, discussing the current state of Australia's commercial real estate market post-election. They cover transaction volumes, high interest rates, and the recent shifts in various property sectors including retail, industrial, and office spaces. Vanessa highlights that WA's commercial market has seen retail transactions dominate, with low industrial and office transactions due to limited stock and high costs. They explore the ripple effects between residential and commercial sectors and the impact of economic factors on commercial property investment opportunities. The discussion also touches on projected trends in rent, consumer spending behaviour, and the influence of development constraints on market dynamics.

347 - Cockburn Central Market Update ft. Tom Carlin

This week, Trent Fleskens hosts Tom Carlin of Carlin Real Estate on the Perth Property Show. They discuss the growth and opportunities in the Cockburn Central property market, reflecting on Carlin's journey from an IT engineer to a successful real estate agent. Carlin shares insights on the development and demand in suburbs like Beeliar, Atwell, Treeby and Hammond Park, emphasizing the evolving preferences towards smaller lots and village-like amenities. He also touches on the impacts of the mining industry, the influx of investors from other states and countries, and the challenges caused by limited housing stock. The episode concludes with Carlin highlighting Cape Lag Grande Avenue in Aubin Grove as a prime opportunity for prospective buyers.

346 - City of Kwinana Market Comments ft. Navpreet Singh

Host Trent Fleskens welcomes Wellard's #1 Agent, Navpreet Singh from The Agency, to discuss the rapid property growth in Wellard over the last few years. Nav attributes his success in real estate to community engagement via 'Punjabi Kangaroo,' a popular social media page, and emphasizes solving client problems. They explore demographics, pricing, and buyer profiles in Wellard and surrounding areas, highlighting trends driven by local and East Coast investors. Despite high construction costs, affordability and rental yields maintain demand. The conversation also touches on future market stability, impacted by interest rate changes and government programs.