In this episode of Property Now, host Michael Carbone sits down with top property marketers Ellie Cashman (Cashman Consulting), Lisa Smith (Bluenotes), and Alistair Cantrill (Bullet Studios) to unpack how real estate campaigns are built and what buyers need to know before signing anything.

From buyer psychology and emotional triggers to floorplan features, suburb growth signals, and transparency red flags, this episode reveals the tactics behind the sale and how to cut through the noise.

Whether you’re a first-home buyer, downsizer, investor, or developer, this conversation will help you make smarter, more confident property decisions.

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In this episode of Property Now, we explore how self-managed super funds (SMSFs) are changing the game for property investors. Whether you're a seasoned buyer or just starting to think about your future, this conversation breaks down what SMSFs are, how they work, and whether using your super to invest in property is the right move for you.We’re joined by Leanne Tinyow from SMSF Copilot, mortgage broker Jason He, and Coposit’s customer expert Savannah Lobbe. We cover setup costs, borrowing capacity, legal rules, residential vs commercial property, and real examples of buyers making it work.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

The Reserve Bank of Australia has surprised many by holding the cash rate at 3.85 percent, despite widespread expectations of a cut. In this episode of Property Now, we’re joined by Belinda Allen, Senior Economist at CommBank, to unpack what this decision really means for the property market, your borrowing power, and your Coposit journey.Whether you're making weekly Coposit payments or just starting to think about buying your first home, this episode offers valuable insights into what comes next for interest rates, how the market is responding, and what smart buyers should be doing right now.We also dig into new CommBank data revealing how customers are managing their repayments after recent rate cuts and what it tells us about the mindset of today’s mortgage holders.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

In this episode of Property Now, we dive deep into how artificial intelligence and data analytics are transforming the way Australians buy property. Featuring expert insights from Mark Bernberg (Ray White Projects) and Mat Djolic from HTag, this conversation unpacks how AI is helping developers and agents understand buyer behaviour like never before. We explore how property decisions are moving away from gut feel and into the realm of real-time data, including the tools that reveal buyer intent, predict suburb growth, and optimise off-the-plan sales strategy. For buyers, this episode offers a rare behind-the-scenes look at how your online actions are influencing what stock gets released, what price points developers choose, and where the next big opportunity might be hiding. Whether you’re a first-home buyer, investor, or just curious about the future of real estate, this episode is packed with practical insights that will help you make smarter decisions.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

After the collapse of trust caused by high-profile failures like Opal Tower and Mascot Towers, the NSW Government stepped in with sweeping reforms including the appointment of a Building Commissioner and the launch of iCIRT, a star-rating system to help buyers identify trustworthy developers and builders.In this episode of Property Now, we’re joined by Brad Walters from Equifax, the force behind iCIRT, and Rick Graf from Billbergia, one of the first developers to help shape and adopt the system. Together, they unpack how iCIRT works, why it matters, and what’s changed since the industry was forced to clean up its act.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

Will and Naomi are 24 and 22. They’ve already bought two properties, and they didn’t have help from the bank of mum and dad.In this episode of Property Now, they break down exactly how they made it happen:🏡 Will used Coposit to secure an off-the-plan apartment without handing over his full savings🏡 Naomi used first-home buyer grants to buy a house and land package just before they got married📊 Together, they planned every move, held “spreadsheet dates,” and made sure their money worked for themYou’ll learn:• How to unlock FHB benefits and use them wisely• Why it’s not about being ready, it’s about having a plan• How to think about cash flow, risk and borrowing power• The mindset shift that helped them get in soonerThey’re not influencers. Not trust fund kids. Just a smart couple who made bold moves early.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

Carbs sits down with Coposit CEO Chris Ferris to unpack the RBA’s latest 25-basis-point rate cut. What does it signal about the economy? Will it trigger a wave of buyer activity? And how much are homeowners really saving?We break down the potential for future cuts, impacts on borrowing capacity, why renters are still feeling the squeeze, and how developers might respond to a shifting rate environment. Whether you're a buyer, investor or just watching the market — this one’s for you.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

Most investors look at what’s for sale. Developers look at what’s worth building. That difference could change how—and where—you invest.In this episode of Property Now, host Michael Carbone sits down with Steve Maroun (Lanevick), Daniel McMahon (Colliers), and Chris Ferris (Coposit CEO and former developer) to unpack how developers assess risk, read market signals, and decide which suburbs are worth betting on.We explore:✅ Why 90% of sites get rejected — and what that teaches you about avoiding the wrong property✅ How infrastructure and rezoning are reshaping the investment landscape✅ Why the best developers start with the end buyer in mind (and how you should too)✅ The “Triple S Rule” (Schools, Shops, Stations) and what it tells us about rental and resale value🔍 Why it matters for investors:Understanding how developers think can help you make sharper buying decisions, spot undervalued suburbs early, and avoid common traps in off-the-plan or growth areas.Whether you're buying to live or building a portfolio — this one’s a must-listen.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe to our channel for more discussions on property trends, financial strategies, and insights into the Australian property market. Hit the notification bell to stay updated with our latest episodes!🌟 If you have a question for the team, a PropTok you would like to send us or are interested in coming on the show, head over to our website to get in touch! https://www.coposit.com.au/resources/property-now📢 Found this video valuable? Give it a thumbs up and share it with friends, family, or anyone interested in saving money and getting ahead in the property market.🏠 This podcast is brought to you by Coposit, where $10k means you can buy a brand-new home. To learn more about how it works and browse properties, visit: www.coposit.com.au

Michael Carbone and PJ May return to the mics for a no-guest deep dive into the most controversial takes trending in the property space — from why having kids under 30 might wreck your finances, to whether buying an apartment is a trap or a smart first step.

Expect fiery debate, personal reflections, and street-level insights from Coposit Street interviews as the duo unpacks:

✅ Are kids in your 20s really a financial mistake?

✅ Do apartments make bad investments — or is the hate just clickbait?

✅ How should young buyers think about long-term goals vs. short-term sacrifice?

✅ Why real-life money convos matter more than TikTok hot takes.

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In this special pre-election episode of Property Now, we sit down with Senator Andrew Bragg — Liberal Senator for NSW and Shadow Assistant Minister for Home Ownership — for a no-holds-barred conversation about the policies shaping Australia’s property market.

From migration cuts and housing supply, to superannuation access and the future of the construction code, Bragg lays out the Coalition's plan to restore the Great Australian Dream. Chris Ferris and the Property Now team press him on the big questions: Can first-home buyer age be brought down from 36? Will freezing building code changes help or hurt quality? And how serious is the Liberal Party about tackling NIMBYism?

This is a must-listen episode for anyone thinking about voting with property in mind ahead of the May 3 Federal Election.

🎙️ Topics covered:

• Superannuation vs Home Ownership
• Housing Supply & Infrastructure
• Immigration, Trades & Labor Shortages
• Planning Reform & the National Construction Code
• Crypto, Lending Buffers & Cost of Living

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