Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where we speak with property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm Head of Coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build long-term wealth through property.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I sit down with Rebecca Speirs, who shares how resilience, discipline, and a willingness to embrace new challenges have helped her build a growing property portfolio across Australia and New Zealand.

After relocating from New Zealand, building a successful contracting career, and navigating an unfamiliar property market, Rebecca took a strategic approach to investing. Through continuous education, careful planning, and the confidence to act when opportunities arose, she acquired three properties in just two years while continuing to grow her income and expand her skill set.

This episode is packed with valuable insights on developing the right mindset for investing, preparing for opportunities before they arise, and why building assets—not waiting for the perfect time—is the key to creating long-term financial freedom.

Chapters

00:00 Why Only 1% Succeed

00:27 Introduction

03:12 Endurance & Investing Mindset

06:22 Moving to Australia

09:20 Building Wealth Through Contracting

11:30 Buying Three Properties

17:22 Using Equity & Buffers

20:59 Growing Income to Invest More

24:53 Discipline Over Motivation

34:22 Build Assets, Build Freedom

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where we speak with property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm Head of Coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build long-term wealth through property.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I sit down with senior coach Jared Redmond to share the inspiring story of Sachin, a client who overcame significant personal setbacks to continue building his property portfolio. After navigating a relationship breakdown and starting with no savings or property of his own, Sachin refused to give up on his financial goals.

With the right strategy, education, and support, he secured his first investment property, unlocked substantial equity through strong market growth, and quickly leveraged that success into a second purchase. His journey is proof that even when life throws unexpected challenges your way, the right plan can keep you moving towards financial freedom.

This episode is packed with valuable insights on overcoming roadblocks, building wealth through smart property investing, and why staying committed to your long-term strategy can make all the difference.

Chapters

00:00 Intro

00:29 Welcome

02:53 Starting the Property Journey

05:31 Life Changes & A New Strategy

06:43 Buying the First Investment

08:54 $333K Equity Growth

11:40 Buying Property #2

12:21 What's Next?

15:25 Managing & Growing the Portfolio

16:27 Why Melbourne Is the Next Opportunity

20:13 Lessons from Sachin's Journey

21:42 Wrap Up

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In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright and senior coach Vicky Hines share the stories of two experienced investors who thought they had reached the end of their property investing journey—until the right strategy revealed new opportunities.

Despite already owning multiple properties, both clients were being held back by lending structures, servicing challenges, and a lack of diversification. Through strategic coaching, specialist finance advice, and a clear understanding of their long-term goals, they were able to unlock equity, restructure their portfolios, improve borrowing capacity, and continue growing their wealth.

From uncrossing loans and diversifying across multiple states to using subdivision and debt recycling strategies, this episode highlights the importance of having the right team around you and regularly reviewing your portfolio.

If you've ever been told "you can't borrow anymore" or feel stuck in your investing journey, this episode is packed with practical insights on overcoming roadblocks and creating a path forward. The key lesson: successful investors don't stop when they hit a challenge—they find a better strategy.

Chapters

00:00 Intro – Why Investors Get Stuck

00:31 Welcome & Episode Overview

03:39 Client Story #1: Trapped by Lending Limits

05:40 Cross-Securitisation Explained

12:20 Restructuring a Portfolio for Growth

16:18 Buying Again: Brisbane & Victoria

17:21 Growing a $5.5M Portfolio

19:51 Client Story #2: From One Property to a Portfolio

22:04 The Wynnum Apartment Success

23:09 Unlocking Equity Through Subdivision

25:05 Debt Recycling & Buying Again

26:08 Completing the Portfolio

30:46 The Importance of Specialist Finance Advice

31:41 Why Investor Education Matters

38:11 Final Lessons & Wrap Up

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In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright sits down with long-time coach Vicki Hines to unpack the journeys of clients who weren’t “ready” to invest—but took action anyway. From migrants arriving in Australia with limited borrowing capacity, to families overwhelmed by large mortgages and financial pressure, this episode highlights how strategy, education, and the right support can completely change a financial future.

Vicki shares real examples of clients who overcame debt, leveraged off-the-plan opportunities, used debt recycling strategies, and built multi-million-dollar portfolios by staying consistent, coachable, and focused on long-term goals. The key takeaway? You don’t need perfect circumstances to start—you need a plan and the willingness to take action.

Chapters:

00:00 Intro

02:29 Why There’s Never a “Perfect Time” to Start

03:26 Vicki’s Property Investing Journey

06:18 How Coaching & Strategy Work

07:15 Why Melbourne & Sydney Are Opportunities Right Now

10:50 The Couple Who Couldn’t Borrow Money

13:37 Fixing Costly Financial Mistakes

16:10 Using Off-the-Plan Property as a Strategy

18:18 Buying Their First Investment in Melbourne

20:48 How Their Brisbane Investment Exploded in Value

22:36 Building a $4M+ Portfolio

25:22 The Family Trapped by a Big Mortgage

27:47 Using Debt Recycling to Invest

31:24 Why Most Australians Need a Better Plan

33:19 The Power of Delayed Gratification

35:22 The Importance of Accountability & Coaching

38:05 Why You Need to Start Today

38:25 Outro

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where we speak with property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Fadi and I’m one of the coaches here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build long-term wealth through property investing.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I sit down with Shane and Christine Taylor, who share their inspiring journey of starting their property investing journey later in life and taking massive—but calculated—action to change their financial future.

After realising that super alone wouldn’t provide the retirement lifestyle they wanted, Shane and Christine made the decision to surround themselves with the right team, educate themselves, and build a clear investment strategy. In less than 12 months, they’ve already purchased multiple properties and completely shifted their outlook on what’s possible.

This episode is packed with valuable insights around mindset, overcoming fear and uncertainty, the importance of having the right support team, and why it’s never too late to start building wealth through property.

Chapters

00:00 Why They Started Investing

01:44 Investing in Their 50s

03:27 Choosing the Right Team

09:37 First Property Purchase

11:46 Second Property Deal

13:03 Early Investing Lessons

15:04 Why Strategy Matters

21:17 Helping Their Kids Invest

24:16 Has Investing Changed Their Life?

27:06 Biggest Lessons Learned

31:24 Ignoring Media Fear

33:26 Advice for New Investors

36:43 Advice for Their Kids

42:07 Outro

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I sit down with Michelle, a business coach here at Positive, who shares her incredible journey of building a high-performing property portfolio through one of the most uncertain periods in recent history.

This episode is packed with real insights for anyone looking to build long-term wealth through property—especially when the market feels uncertain.

Chapters

00:00 Why You Need the Right Team

00:10 Intro

00:20 Meet Michelle

02:34 Selling a Business

04:13 Divorce and Starting Over

07:18 COVID and Strategy Shift

09:19 Buying Without a Job

11:09 First Property Purchases

12:29 Overcoming Fear

14:48 Taking Action During COVID

18:57 Portfolio Results

24:28 Rivière Apartment Growth

29:35 Buying the Triangle House

33:57 SMSF Investment

39:18 Advice to Her Younger Self

42:24 Outro

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I interview Sara, a broker here at the collective. In today’s uncertain economic climate, many property investors are left wondering how to navigate the shifting market. With rising interest rates and fluctuating costs of living, it’s crucial to stay informed about the trends affecting your investments. In this podcast, we’ll explore key insights from Sarah Shome, and how these insights can guide your investment strategy moving forward.

Chapters

00:00 How a Rate Cut Saved $60,000 a Year

00:24 Welcome to Property Investor Tales

02:01 What’s Happening in the Market Right Now

04:00 Lessons from the GFC and COVID

05:01 What Rising Interest Rates Mean for Investors

08:40 Fixed vs Variable Rates Explained

11:36 Break Fees and the Risk of Fixing

15:39 Where Interest Rates Could Go Next

18:37 How to Negotiate a Better Rate

22:08 Ways to Improve Cash Flow and Borrowing Power

25:19 Debt Recycling Explained Simply

32:39 How Brokers Help Protect Investors

37:07 Why There’s Still Opportunity in Property

40:04 Why Long-Term Investors Still Win

43:07 Final Advice for Investors Right Now

49:00 Why Having the Right Team Matters

50:02 Outro

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I interview Gerry, a client who has faced many market challenges. Jerry shares his journey, what helped his portfolio when the market wasn’t supporting his investments. The conversation highlights the importance of having a team of professionals around to help, and work through solutions to the problems that the market might bring.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Gerry’s Investment Journey

02:01 - Gerry’s Background and Move to Australia

04:48 - Initial Challenges and Market Entry

07:09 - Starting Property Investment in 2005

12:50 - Investing During Mining Boom

18:02 - Market Downturn and Vacancy Challenges in Wai'ala

23:43 - Holding Through Market Fluctuations

28:38 - Market Recovery and Property Sale

33:32 - Lessons from Market Cycles and Patience

36:14 - Advice to Younger Gerry and Reflection

40:06 - Key Takeaways: Negotiation and Persistence

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Emily Miller and I'm a coach here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, we interview Jason, a client who transformed his financial situation from bankruptcy to successful property ownership. Jason shares his journey, including the mindset shifts and financial management strategies that enabled him to purchase his first home and later an investment property. The conversation highlights the importance of goal setting, financial stability, and the mechanics of navigating the property market. Jason's story serves as an inspiring example of resilience and determination in achieving financial success through property investment.

Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to Property Investor Tales

03:22 - Jason's Journey: From Bankruptcy to Homeownership

12:49 - Mindset Shifts and Financial Management

20:16 - Achieving Financial Stability and Investment Goals

30:54 - The Mechanics of Property Purchase

39:20 - Navigating Investment Property Decisions

46:49 - Celebrating Success and Future Goals

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Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name is Tabitha Bright and I'm head of Coaching and Advising here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. 

This week we are re-running an older episode with our one and only Cass Sjostedt, General Manager of Property Management at R&W Plus. The content is super relevant, as Cass takes you from the start of his investing career to now. With the tide closing in on new investors in 2026 as prices climb, learn how to take the small right first steps before slowly upgrading your portfolio into sophistication.

The conversation emphasises the significance of education, strategy, and support in successful property investing.

Stay tuned for a new episode in the next fortnight.

Chapters

02:00 Introduction to Cass Sjostedt and his Journey

07:05 Cass's Early Investing Experience

13:27 Lessons Learned from Early Investments

21:51 Transitioning to A-Grade Properties

28:11 Future Goals and Market Strategies

37:06 The Importance of a Strong Team

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You can watch all of these podcasts over on YouTube at Positive Mentor or at positivementor.com.au