Ever wondered why some investors always land the better deal?

Today, I sit down with property expert and bestselling author Michael Yardney to reveal the secrets behind powerful negotiation. What if every conversation were a negotiation that shapes your financial future?

What truly separates great negotiators from everyone else? Michael explains how emotional control, preparation, and ethical influence can tip the scales in your favour. Do you know how to use time, information, and options to hold real power in a deal?

Are emotions costing you smart decisions? From spotting psychological biases to playing the long game, discover how calm, strategic investors win big.

Let’s go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
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• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Negotiation Skills and Their Importance [00:23]
3. Key Elements of Great Negotiation [04:06]
4. The Role of Rapport in Negotiation [06:20]
5. Common Myths and Mistakes in Negotiation [10:27]
6. Psychological Biases in Negotiation [14:04]
7. The Importance of Professional Negotiators [23:48]

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About the Guest:

Michael Yardney is widely recognized as one of Australia’s leading authorities on wealth creation through property investment and the psychology of success. With over 50 years of experience, he is the founder and CEO of Metropole Property Strategists, a firm that has been involved in billions of dollars' worth of property transactions and asset management. Yardney is a best-selling author of nine books, five of which have reached #1 bestseller status, and he hosts the popular Michael Yardney Podcast, where he shares insights on property investment, success, and money. He has been voted among Australia’s top 50 influential thought leaders and has consistently been recognised as the country’s leading property investment advisor. Beyond theory, Yardney is an active property investor and developer, mentoring thousands of investors and regularly contributing expert commentary to major media outlets and property publications

Connect with Michael:

• Website: https://michaelyardney.com/
• YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/MichaelYardney
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michaelyardney
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Is Perth’s rental market about to change forever?

Today, I’m unpacking WA’s massive new Build-to-Rent push, the state government’s bold plan to fix the housing shortage by partnering with developers and offering low-cost finance, generous tax breaks, and long-term rental commitments.

We’ll explore what this means for investors, how it could reshape Perth’s skyline, and why it might finally make higher-density living an attractive, sustainable choice.

I’ll share whether the new policies are likely to impact supply, be attractive to developers, what the benefits are, what tenants they will suit, and what policies and impacts of build-to-rent have been seen in the other Capital cities across Australia. 

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
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• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Build to Rent Incentives Announced by WA Government [01:37]
3. Details of the Build to Rent Incentives [03:43]
4. Industry Feedback and Comparison with Other States [06:16]
5. Success Stories and Future Prospects [07:56]
6. Impact on Perth's Rental Market and Investor Opportunities [09:54]

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Are Perth’s underperforming suburbs finally ready for a comeback?

Today, I'm diving into which regions and suburbs of Perth have outperformed over the last 10 years and exploring some of the reasons why.

I then turn things on their head and look at the regions and suburbs which have underperformed compared to their 10 and 20 year growth rates… are these primed for a comeback or are they lemons to be written off?

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Performance of Perth Submarkets Over the Last 10 Years [03:55]
3. Mandurah's Resurgence and Volatility [05:58]
4. Cottesloe and Claremont's Consistent Performance [07:46]
5. Rockingham's Potential and Gosnells' Growth [09:15]
6. Melville's Consistent Growth and Other Top Performers [10:32]
7. Bottom Performers and Gentrification Opportunities [12:07]
8. Top Performing Suburbs: Quality Overrides Quantity [15:26]
9. Worst Performing Suburbs and Potential for Recovery [19:36]
10.  Opportunities in Undervalued Suburbs [21:25]

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Have you heard about the $5 Billion Airport City set to reshape our economy and property market?... This is a serious game changer!

Today, I’m taking a deep dive into the exciting transformation set to occur at our Perth airport and what it means for the nearby suburbs and our overall WA economy.

What impact will this have on Perth’s property market? Are you ready to seize investment opportunities in emerging mixed-use zones while staying ahead of potential noise-related property value shifts?

Let’s go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Perth Airport's Economic Impact [01:43]
3. Details of the Perth Airport Master Plan [02:12]
4. Local Ripple Effects and Suburbs to Watch [04:17]
5. Noise Factor and Future Opportunities [06:19]
6. Comparing Perth Airport Expansion to Other Projects [08:04]
7. Impact on Perth's Local Economy [10:37]
8. Investment Opportunities in Perth's Suburbs [12:14]

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Perth’s Top 5 Gentrifying Suburbs Revealed!

Today, I delve into the trend of gentrification in Perth’s real estate market and the opportunities it presents for investors and homebuyers to ride the wave of transformation in an area. 

I explain how the renewal of established suburbs, with increased building approvals, rising demand, improved streetscapes, and transforming cafe strips, is creating opportunities for savvy investors.

I highlight five Perth suburbs transforming rapidly and why these areas are becoming prime targets for property buyers.

If you're looking to invest smartly, this episode gives you the insights to make informed decisions in Perth’s evolving market. Gentrification can be the “X factor” for growth, but timing, research, and local knowledge are still crucial for long-term success.

Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Gentrification Trends in Perth [01:35]
3. Defining Gentrification and Its Importance [01:53]
4. Top Five Gentrifying Suburbs in Perth [05:18]
5. Detailed Analysis of Gentrifying Suburbs [09:43]
6. Investment Opportunities and Cautions [13:01]

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The AUKUS defence partnership is set to be a game-changer for Perth’s economy and property market!

Today, I dive into how billions in federal and state investment will flow into Western Australia over the next decade, transforming HMAS Stirling and the new Henderson naval precinct into major hubs of activity.

I break down how this unprecedented investment is already rippling through Perth’s southern suburbs from Rockingham and Safety Bay to Waikiki, Shoalwater, and Baldivis, where demand for housing is tightening fast. For investors, this could mean above-average capital growth and rental yields, especially in established coastal areas close to these hubs.

We also unpack the timeline of the AUKUS rollout — from early training programs and naval visits to the arrival of Australia’s first nuclear submarines in the 2030s.

If you’re keen to understand how this will shape the next decade for WA property and where the smart money’s heading, let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. AUKUS Defense Partnership Overview [02:26]
3. Diversification and Stabilization of the Economy [04:59]
4. Local Infrastructure and Community Impact [07:10]
5. Property Market and Investment Opportunities [09:51]
6. Challenges and Government Support [15:46]
7. Future Milestones and Economic Growth [17:49]
8. Investment Strategy and Property Market Insights [23:06]
9. Government Support and Infrastructure Development [24:46]
10. Long-Term Impact and Economic Stability [25:08]

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As we celebrate 5 years of Perth Property Insider, we are bringing you another mash-up of our most listened-to episodes. Thanks so much for tuning in over the years! I have enjoyed the challenge of bringing you my insights each week and really appreciate all the positive & constructive feedback along the way. 

To celebrate the milestone, I thought I would do something very special and give away 5 places for a VIP lunch with me at Lotus in Mt Lawley. It's my favourite restaurant and it would be wonderful to share a fabulous lunch while we talk about property and life. 

To be in the running, simply post a review of the podcast on iTunes here and let me know via return email at [email protected]. I will then select the 5 lucky winners at my discretion.

This is going to be a great mash-up of 5 of our very best, including:

• Episode 232: Why Most Property Buyers Overpay—And How to Avoid It?
• Episode 235: What Every Property Investor Needs to Know About Finance in Today’s Market?
• Episode 236: What’s Next for the Perth Housing Market? Economic Insights from the HIA Chief Economist
• Episode 237: Where to Find the Best Development Returns (Without Taking on Too Much Risk) with Adam Barry
• Episode 241: Will The Perth Market Crash & What Signs To Look For?

Let's go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Assessing Property Value and Development Potential [01:54]
3. Negotiation Tactics and Off-Market Deals [04:59]
4. First Home Buyer Schemes and Market Impact [07:33]
5. Perth Property Market and Affordability [11:15]
6. Interest Rates and Market Conditions [15:15]
7. Building Industry and Employment Growth [18:37]
8. Population Growth and Migration Trends [19:57]
9. Federal and State Government Policies [23:53]
10.  Property Investment Strategies for Retirement [30:01]

Thank you for tuning in! If you liked this episode, please don’t forget to subscribe, tune in, and share this podcast.

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Over the next 2 weeks, I am celebrating 5 years of Perth Property Insider by bringing you a mash-up of our most listened to episodes. Thanks so much for tuning in over the years! I have enjoyed the challenge of bringing you my insights each week and really appreciate all the positive & constructive feedback along the way. 

To celebrate the milestone, I thought I would do something very special and give away 5 places for a VIP lunch with me at Lotus in Mt Lawley. It's my favourite restaurant and it would be wonderful to share a fabulous lunch while we talk about property and life. 

So to be in the running, all you need to do is to post a review of the podcast on iTunes here and let me know on return email: [email protected] If you don't have iTunes, you can post a Google review on the podcast here. I will then select the 5 lucky winners at my discretion. 

This is going to be a great mash-up of 5 of our very best, including:

• Episode 231: Will The Perth Market Crash & What Signs To Look For?
• Episode 217: Trends Shaping Our Perth Property Market with Grant Dusting
• Episode 183: Q&A: How Long Has the Boom Got Left, Should I Wait to Buy Later, How to End a Lease Early, Performance Metrics Explained and More
• Episode 177: How does Performance of Houses & Units Compare – What should I buy for 550k?
• Episode 176: 10 Property Forecasts & 10 Things That Will Stay the Same Over The Next 10 Years With Michael Yardney

Let's go inside!

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Perth Property Market Expectations and Challenges [01:50]
3. Impact of COVID-19 and Market Trends [02:20]
4. Perth's Property Market Growth and Undervaluation [03:31]
5. Investment in Units and Long-Term Wealth Building [06:15]
6. First-Time Investor Tips and Market Conditions [13:10]
7. Population Growth and Housing Demand [19:38]
8. Economic Indicators and Market Cycles [28:22]
9. Long-Term Investment Strategies [37:52]

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Today, I sit down with Mike Mortlock to uncover the $2.88 billion tax secret many investors are missing — depreciation. Why so many property owners leave money on the table, when to order a depreciation schedule, and how you can even amend past returns to claim back missed deductions.

We also bust the big myth: do you really have to pay it all back when you sell? Mike explains how depreciation and capital gains tax actually work together, and how depreciation boosts your cash flow right when you need it most.

Plus, we explore where investors are buying now, why affordable markets like Perth is booming, and how investor behaviour has shifted with better data and buyers’ agents.

Want to know where the smart money is moving? Let’s go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Understanding Tax Depreciation and Its Benefits [00:45]
3. Negative Gearing and Government Losses [04:58]
4. Depreciation and Asset Value Maintenance [07:31]
5. Impact of Depreciation on Cash Flow and Long-Term Value [13:19]
6. Market Insights and Investor Behavior [15:05]
7. Affordable Markets and Investor Strategies [25:37]
8. Construction Costs and Labor Shortages [32:12]
9. Triggers for Investing in Depreciation Schedules [39:07]

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About the Guest:

Mike Mortlock is the Managing Director and co-founder of MCG Quantity Surveyors, a leading Australian firm specializing in tax depreciation and construction cost estimating. He is recognized as an industry leader with extensive experience helping property investors maximize cash flow through expert depreciation schedules. Mike is also a respected property commentator and podcaster, known for his dedication to investor education and his contributions to shaping industry standards. His leadership has helped MCG become one of Australia’s fastest-growing quantity surveying firms.

Connect with Mike:

• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mortlockmike
• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mike.mortlock/?hl=en
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mike.mortlock.3/

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It's the tightest property market EVER in Perth!

Tune into my quarterly Perth Property Market update for all the latest on the sale market, the rental market, and to understand the factors driving the market, as well as my crystal ball predictions and the actions to consider taking to make the most of what's ahead!

Forget the media headlines and let's take a look at what the real data and my on-the-ground experience are revealing. 

This is one jam-packed and insightful episode, so let's go inside.

Resource Links:

• Get your Strategic Portfolio Plan and our help with Buying Your Next Perth Property  (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/invest-in-perth-property/)
• Get email updates about suburb intelligence reports and exclusive invites to our webinars, events, and workshops. Join (investorsedge.com.au/join)
• Join the Perth Property Investment Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/perthpropertyinvestors)
• Join Jarrad Mahon’s Property Investor Update (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/join)
• For more info on our award-winning and highly rated Property Management services that give you guaranteed peace of mind (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/perth-property-management-specialists/)
• For more info on how our Property Sales services can ensure you get the best selling price while handling all the stress for you (https://www.investorsedge.com.au/selling-your-perth-property/)

Episode Highlights:

1. Intro [00:00]
2. Perth Property Market Update: September 2025 [01:20]
3. Sales Market Trends and Inventory Levels [01:38]
4. Rental Market and Rental Yields [04:51]
5. Property Market Performance Across Australia [06:35]
6. Impact of Interest Rates and Finance [10:56]
7. Population Growth and Migration Trends [15:09]
8. Policy Changes and Their Impact [16:37]
9. Tips for Surviving and Thriving in the Market [19:22]
10.  Crystal Ball for the Next Year [20:59]

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