Buying Gold Coast

How do you find hidden development opportunities on the Gold Coast?

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, Matt Srama sits down with Carson Bolt from Salt Development Projects and Unemployable Property to unpack how he went from carpet cleaning to building a full-time property development business.

Carson shares how subdivisions, joint ventures, private lending and creative finance helped him get into deals without starting with huge capital.

They also break down what makes a good development site, why big blocks, corner blocks and acreage can hold strong potential, and how developers spot value that most buyers miss.

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In this episode, we cover:

• How Carson Bolt got started in property development

• Going from carpet cleaning to full-time development

• How to find subdivision opportunities on the Gold Coast

• What makes a good development site

• Why big blocks, corner blocks and acreage can be valuable

• Why feasibility and due diligence matter

• How joint ventures can help you get into property development

• Private lending, creative finance and long settlement terms

• Why Carson prefers subdivisions over some built form projects

• The role of town planners, engineers and development finance brokers

• Gold Coast pockets Carson is watching

• Why consistency and deal flow matter in development

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Connect with Carson Bolt 

Salt Development Projects → www.saltdevelopmentprojects.com.au

Unemployable Property → www.unemployableproperty.com.au

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/unemployableproperty/

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The Gold Coast is changing fast, but what does that actually mean for the future of the city?

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Deputy Mayor Cr Mark Hammel to discuss the big decisions shaping the city over the next decade.

We unpack why the Gold Coast is attracting more national and global attention, how population growth is impacting housing supply, and why the planning scheme matters for investors and residents.

Mark also shares his perspective on density, infrastructure, development opportunities and how the Gold Coast can grow without losing what makes it special.

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In this episode, we cover:

• The future of the Gold Coast and it’s growing population

• Why the city of the Gold Coast is attracting global attention

• Growth, housing supply and affordability

• The role of the Gold Coast planning scheme

• What planning means for buyers, builders and investors

• Density, duplexes and future dwelling opportunities

• Infrastructure, light rail and public transport on the Gold Coast

• Why east-west connections matter

• How development supports jobs, business and lifestyle

• Opportunities for builders and developers

• How the Gold Coast can grow without losing its identity

• Mark’s long-term vision for the city

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BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency → https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

Connect with Mark

LinkedIn → linkedin.com/in/mark-hammel-1159bb376 

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Jacqui Forrester from Team Srama to break down the pockets, price points and property types buyers should be watching in 2026.

From beachside walk-ups, small brick blocks and duplexes around the $1 million to $1.2 million mark, to hidden pockets like Florida Gardens, Isle of Capri, Benowa Waters and prestige turnkey homes, this episode gives you a practical look at where opportunity may be opening up.

If you are buying on the Gold Coast and trying to understand where the next opportunities could be, this episode will give you the clarity you need.

In this episode, we cover:

• Where to buy on the Gold Coast in 2026

• Gold Coast property opportunities by price point

• What to look for around the $1 million to $1.2 million mark

• Why beachside walk-ups and small brick blocks can still perform

• Duplex opportunities in Miami and Labrador

• Why scarce coastal assets matter

• Mermaid Beach, Main Beach and Surfers Paradise South opportunities

• Southern Gold Coast pockets including Currumbin, Tugun and Bilinga

• Why Florida Gardens is a hidden pocket to watch

• Buying in Isle of Capri and Benowa Waters

• What prestige buyers want on the Gold Coast

• Why turnkey homes are in demand

• Lifestyle, wellness, outdoor entertaining and aspect

• Why buyer competition may be softer right now

• How prepared buyers can use the current market window

Connect with us

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/matt_srama/?hl=en

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency → https://www.thesramagroup.com/

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In this Q&A episode of Buying Gold Coast, Matt Srama is joined by Justin Hughes to answer some of the biggest questions coming through from Gold Coast property buyers and investors right now.

With recent market noise, budget conversations and uncertainty around negative gearing, a lot of buyers are wondering whether people are still buying on the Gold Coast or whether everyone has pulled back.

Matt shares what he is seeing in the market, why buyer sentiment may have shifted, and why the fundamentals of the Gold Coast property market remain strong.

He also breaks down where he sees opportunity right now, including renovators, boutique beachside units, commercial property and some of the “bridesmaid” suburbs that may start getting more attention.

This episode also takes you behind the scenes, with Matt sharing how he balances running a business, managing a property portfolio, prioritising health, making time for hobbies and building a life with intention.

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BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency → https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist 

Property can build wealth, but money alone is not always enough to keep you going when things get hard.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Gold Coast renovator Patty Glennon to talk about the mindset behind property, purpose and financial freedom.

Patty shares what it really took to move from wanting to flip properties full time to actually doing it, including the fear, self-doubt and external noise she had to work through along the way.

We talk about how much your “why” matters, why property should be seen as a vehicle rather than the whole destination, and how getting clear on what you actually want can change the way you make decisions in property, business and life.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why money alone is not enough to sustain your property journey

• The mindset behind building wealth through property

• How Patty moved from wanting to flip properties to doing it full time

• Why fear often shows up when you are close to what you want

• What it means to “do it scared”

• How to cut through other people’s opinions and expectations

• Why knowing what you actually want matters

• How property can be a vehicle for freedom, purpose and family

• Why success is not just about the money

• The psychology of money, self-worth and ambition

• How your why can guide the way you build wealth

MORE FROM ME

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TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency → https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

MORE FROM PATTY

Website → https://www.glennonproperties.com.au/

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/reno.with.patty/

If you are serious about learning how to buy property on the Gold Coast, understand the market, avoid costly buyer traps, spot renovation opportunities and stay ahead of where the city is heading, subscribe to Buying Gold Coast for weekly insights.

Commercial property investing is becoming one of the biggest conversations on the Gold Coast, but it is a very different game to residential property.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, Matt sits down for a round table discussion with Ian Barr from Campbell & Barr Finance, Alberto Di Gravio from Bespoke Commercial, and Reuben Beigel from New Wave Group to unpack what buyers and business owners need to understand before stepping into commercial property.

They talk about commercial property lending, how much deposit buyers may need, why structure matters, how GST can impact a purchase, and why the right accountant, broker and buyer’s agent can make a major difference.

This episode also covers commercial asset types, SMSF strategies, zoning, leases, tenants, valuations, and the Gold Coast commercial property pockets worth understanding.

If you are a business owner thinking about buying your own premises, an investor looking at commercial property, or someone wanting to understand how commercial real estate works on the Gold Coast, this episode gives you a practical introduction to the opportunities, risks and key things to consider.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why commercial property is becoming a hot topic on the Gold Coast

• The key differences between residential and commercial property

• What buyers need to know about commercial property lending

• How much deposit may be needed to buy commercial property

• Why business owners are looking at buying their own premises

• How GST can impact a commercial property purchase

• Why structure matters before buying commercial property

• Buying commercial property through an SMSF

• Industrial property, office space, retail, medical and mixed-use assets

• Why zoning can make or break a commercial property purchase

• How leases and tenants impact commercial property valuations

• Ways to manufacture equity in commercial property

• Commercial property pockets to watch on the Gold Coast

• Why getting the right accountant, broker and buyer’s agent matters

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TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency → https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

MORE FROM IAN

Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/barrbroker/

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/ian-barr-00239145/\

Website → https://campbellandbarrfinance.com.au/

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Instagram  → https://www.instagram.com/commercialbuyersagent/

Website → https://www.bespokecommercial.com.au/

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Instagram  →https://www.instagram.com/reuben.bergola/?hl=en

Website → https://thenewwavegroup.com.au/

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In this solo episode of Buying Gold Coast, Matt reflects on securing his 20th income stream through property and shares the five biggest lessons he has learned from more than a decade of investing.

This is not about chasing the perfect deal, it’s about understanding what matters if you want to stay in the property game long enough for it to work.

Matt shares why time in the market beats timing the market, how mindset shapes your investing decisions, why buffers are essential, and what changes when you stop treating property like a side interest and start treating your portfolio like a business.

If you are building a property portfolio, wanting to create multiple income streams, or working towards long-term financial freedom, this episode will give you a practical look at the lessons that matter most.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why time in the market beats timing the market

• What Matt has learned from building 20 income streams

• How mindset impacts property investment decisions

• Why fear and uncertainty should not make the decision for you

• The importance of having buffers in your property portfolio

• Why comparison can quietly derail your progress

• How to stay focused on your own property journey

• The shift from property investor to portfolio owner

• Why treating your portfolio like a business changes how you operate

• How property can create more options, control and peace over time

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Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/matt_srama/?hl=en

TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency →  https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

If you are serious about learning how to buy property on the Gold Coast, understand the market, avoid costly buyer traps, spot renovation opportunities and stay ahead of where the city is heading, subscribe to Buying Gold Coast for weekly insights.

The Gold Coast property flipping market looks exciting from the outside, but the people making money are not guessing. They are treating it like a business.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Gold Coast renovator Patty Glennon to talk about what it actually takes to buy, renovate and flip property for profit.

After securing her 18th deal, Patty shares the lessons she has learned from renovating homes across the Gold Coast, including where money is made, where money is wasted, and why successful flipping is often more about discipline, numbers and smart decisions than flashy design choices.

This episode is not just about making a property look good. It is about understanding the numbers, the buyer, the market and the decisions that can make or break a renovation.

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In this episode, we cover:

-Gold Coast property flipping tips from 18 renovation deals

-How to make money renovating property

-Why you make your money when you buy

-How to choose the right property to renovate

-Why knowing your target market matters when flipping property

-How to avoid overcapitalising on a renovation

-The renovation costs buyers and first-time flippers forget

-Why staging can help buyers emotionally connect with a property

-How to save money on renovation materials and supplier discounts -When to DIY and when to bring in experts

-Smart design choices that create a high-end look for less

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TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency →  https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

MORE FROM PATTY

Website → https://www.glennonproperties.com.au/ 

Instagram → https://www.instagram.com/reno.with.patty/ 

If you are serious about learning how to buy property on the Gold Coast, understand the market, avoid costly buyer traps, spot renovation opportunities and stay ahead of where the city is heading, subscribe to Buying Gold Coast for weekly insights.

Is global uncertainty creating the next major Gold Coast buying opportunity?

In this episode, I break down why current market conditions could be opening up a clear window for prepared buyers. With rising fuel prices, construction costs, interest rates and global pressure making some buyers nervous, competition is starting to shift in certain parts of the market.

I talk through why buyers need to follow the money, not the headlines, how infrastructure spend is shaping the Gold Coast, and why some builders and developers are stepping back right now.

It is not just about buying during uncertainty. It is about understanding where the real opportunity is before the market shifts again.

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In this episode, I cover:

• Why global uncertainty could create buying opportunities on the Gold Coast

• What rising fuel prices, construction costs and interest rates mean for buyers

• Why buyers should follow the money, not the headlines

• How Gold Coast infrastructure spend is shaping long-term demand

• Why some builders and developers are sitting on the sidelines

• The price point where Matt sees the biggest opportunity right now

• Why sub-$1 million properties are still moving fast

• The opportunity in renovators, knockdown rebuilds and blue-chip sites

• How a sit-and-hold strategy could work in this market

• Why this could be a timing window, not a permanent market shift

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LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

Gold Coast Buyers Agency →  https://www.thesramagroup.com/

Join 3000+ for weekly insights → https://buying-gold-coast.kit.com/jointhelist

If you are serious about learning how to buy property on the Gold Coast, understand the market, avoid costly buyer traps and stay ahead of where the city is heading, subscribe to Buying Gold Coast for weekly insights.

Gold Coast buyers are making costly mistakes right now, and most do not realise it until after they have signed.

In this episode of Buying Gold Coast, I sit down with Srama Buyers Agents Morgan D’Souza, Amelia Nankervis and Ian Perkins to talk about the biggest mistakes buyers are making in the Gold Coast property market in 2026.

We talk about why the market is still competitive, why buyers feel pressure to act quickly, and what can go wrong when you rush into a property without fully understanding what you are buying.

This episode covers things buyers need to know, like body corporate fees, strata checks, hidden costs, negotiation mistakes and the risk of overpaying.

It is not just about buying a property. It is about buying the right property, at the right price, with a clear understanding of what it could really cost you.

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In this episode, we cover:

-Gold Coast buyer traps happening right now

-Gold Coast property buying mistakes that can cost you later

-How competitive the Gold Coast property market is right now

-How to negotiate property on the Gold Coast

-Gold Coast body corporate fees and how they can impact your budget

-Gold Coast body corporate traps buyers need to know about

-Strata buying tips for units and townhouses

MORE FROM ME

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TikTok → https://www.tiktok.com/@matt_srama

LinkedIn → https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthew-srama-b8647b1ba/?originalSubdomain=au

BGC Podcast → https://open.spotify.com/show/6ZTdnNdku9iVdkBEFrND8V

MORE FROM THE TEAM

Morgan D’Souza → https://www.instagram.com/morgandesouza_buyersagent/

Amelia Nankervis → https://www.instagram.com/amelianankervis_/

Ian Perkins → https://www.instagram.com/perkosblurb/

Srama Buyers Agents → https://www.instagram.com/srama_goldcoast/ 

If you are serious about learning how to buy property on the Gold Coast, understand the market, avoid costly buyer traps and stay ahead of where the city is heading, subscribe to Buying Gold Coast for weekly insights.