This week, Sam and Jimmy sit down with APS heavyweights Brendan Geoghegan (Discovery Call Strategist + Head of Education at SOP) and Luke Teeuwsen (Head of Strategy) to break down the biggest mistakes that can cripple your property portfolio. From the dangers of having no strategy — or worse, the wrong strategy OR changing course halfway through — to the costly impact of listening to the wrong people, they unpack the critical missteps that could set you back years.

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Chapters:

(01:45) Welcome

(05:23) The #1 portfolio killer: No strategy

(10:10) Why a one-size-fits-all strategy doesn’t work

(15:16) Follow the right people, not the loudest voices

(19:25) The hidden dangers of buying the wrong asset

(24:45) Wrong market, wrong price, wrong move

(30:41) Your A-team: Why the right people matter

(33:49) Winning mindset: How to think like a pro investor

(39:10) Portfolio management 101: Keep your investments thriving

(41:25) The key to success: Owning your decisions

Sam Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim are back in the studio for a long awaited portfolio breakdown, covering Sam’s journey from property 19 to 30. They revisit how he built his portfolio from the ground up, the beginnings of Australian Property Scout, and the impact of COVID on the housing market (and the opportunities that presented themselves to those who were game). Sam and Jimmy dive into the nitty gritty behind each deal — how they fit into Sam's strategy, the risks, the wins, and the lessons learned along the way.

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(01:45) Welcome

(04:48) Recap: Properties 1-19 – The journey so far

(09:15) 2019: Sam’s toughest year yet

(13:52) Covid’s impact on the property market

(18:36) Shark money explained – risk vs reward 🦈

(22:26) The game-changing power of being on the ground

(26:23) Velocity of money

(31:20) The lonely chapter – sacrifices of success

(36:43) Why education is your biggest asset

(40:32) The investor mindset

(44:40) Property #20

(50:23) The 5x2 cash flow deal

(56:29) Securing $60k under market value

(01:01:46) Morgan’s deal – securing water views

(01:10:10) $280k deal to a 12.5% yield

(01:13:22) The infamous gold-plated toilet 💰

(01:17:40) $420k in growth

(01:20:17) Knockdown & rebuild

(01:25:32) Doubling in value

(01:26:55) A two-story granny flat

(01:29:51) Equity gain hits $5.8m

(01:35:01) Making the most of now – taking action today

In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim are joined in the studio by APS Senior Buyers Agents Morgan Holmes and Jason Titus. They tackle whether you can indeed still buy below market value OR NOT. They discuss what it really means and how to identify true market value.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au.

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at [email protected]

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(01:45) Welcome

(05:09) What does below market value mean?

(10:20) How can you understand true market value?

(13:42) Why would someone sell below market value?

(18:03) Is it impossible for a retail investor to buy below market?

(23:38) Buyers agent in the current landscape

(30:19) Understanding opportunities

(34:19) BAs buying off-market doesn’t equal a good deal

(39:07) The importance of strategy and education

(44:35) Sammy’s final words 🔪

In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and James Ibrahim are in the studio to break down the impact of this long-awaited rate cut, whether it’s enough to shake up the property market, and what changes it could bring along with it. They also dive into the likelihood of further cuts, and what this shift means for rents, active investors, and those looking to sell. Plus, with the rate-rising cycle finally coming to an end, is now the perfect window of opportunity — or is there more to consider? Tune in for expert insights and predictions on what’s next.

School of Property is the ultimate education destination to master property investment, with a curriculum meticulously designed and crafted with both beginners and experts in mind. Whether you are a complete novice, or you’re ready to take things to the next level in your portfolio, this is the program for you! To find out more, head to www.schoolofproperty.com.au.

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at [email protected]

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

Want to book a call with us:

Website: https://australianpropertyscout.com.au

Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(01:50) Welcome

(05:53) First interest cut since November 2020

(09:18) Is this cut enough to influence the housing market?

(12:18) How much extra borrowing does this cut allow?

(16:28) Will you miss this window?

(22:28) Do you see this impacting rents?

(26:28) The importance of being an active investor

(28:03) What advice would you give to someone selling?

(30:55) When is the right time to exit?

(31:59) Interest rate predictions

In this week's episode, Sam Gordon and Jimmy Ibrahim are joined by APS Strategist and Property Economist Luke Teeuwsen for another jam-packed Q&A session. Sammy is fired up and ready to tackle some big questions around debt reduction, granny flats, and the ever-evolving cash flow landscape in 2025. We’ll break down the pros and cons of pre-fab granny flats versus traditional builds, unpack the affordability metric Sam swears by, and dig into strategies for managing tenants during a granny flat construction. Plus, we’re covering commercial investing, depreciation schedules, selling dud properties, and what it takes to work directly with the man himself, Sam Gordon. If you’re serious about building and refining your property portfolio, you won’t want to miss this one! Let’s get into it. 🚀

If you want your question answered on our podcast DM us on our socials or email us at [email protected]

Send us your questions to:

Instagram: @australianpropertyscout

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Any information, comments, opinions or content that we provide in this podcast is our general observations and information only and it is not to be taken as, or in any way, considered to be financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice or legal advice. We strongly recommend all and any listener and participant to obtain their own independent financial advice, accounting advice, superannuation advice and legal advice before acting in any way in relation to any investment at all including any investment in property such as what we might be discussing in this podcast. No warranty, guarantee or representation is to be taken and you cannot reproduce it in any way. Every persons financial or investment situation is different and you must consider your own circumstances before undertaking any investment and be sure to obtain independent advice.

Australian Property Scout Pty Ltd | License Number: 10094798 | ABN: 64 638 266 369

Chapters:

(01:45) Welcome

(04:35) Q1: Prefab Granny Flats

(07:32) Q2: Affordability Metrics APS Use

(09:47) Q3: Granny Flat Build and Tenant Compensation

(17:16) Q4: Commercial Portfolio Strategy with APS

(23:50) Q5: Will we ever get back into residential cash flow deals?

(25:27) Q6: Should I get a new depreciation schedule after renovations?

(28:21) Q7: When should I sell a dud property?

(36:57) Q8: How do I work directly with Sammy?

(39:46) Q9: Debt reduction: should you carry debt across cash flow properties?

(44:43) Sammy fires up: Blue chip scenario 💣💣