Sydney Property Insider Podcast

In this episode, we speak with depreciation specialist Andy Tran from Duo Tax Quantity Surveyors about Depreciation Schedules. Andy talks to us about his passion to maximise investors on their return with regards to property and how he can help investors to maximise their claims.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• What a depreciation schedule is, and how it works.
• Why investors need a depreciation schedule for an investment property.
• How a depreciation schedule works for different types of properties.
• How you can claim depreciation for an old property.
• What you can expect to see in a depreciation schedule.
• Why you need a depreciation specialist and not an accountant to prepare your depreciation schedule.
• How often you need to do a depreciation schedule.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

Andy Tran - Duo Tax Quantity Surveyors

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In this episode, we speak with Max Johnston, real estate agent with McLaren Real Estate and a local Macarthur resident. Max talks us through how he started his career in real estate after being a NASCAR driver, how Campbelltown has changed and developed, exciting future developments for the area and more!

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• How Max went from being a NASCAR driver to real estate agent.
• How Covid-19 changed and affected Max’s listings in a positive light.
• Max’s tip for potential vendors when selecting a real estate agent.
• What Max loves about the Macarthur area.
• Max’s advice for prospective buyers.
• The story about the surprise Versace house.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

Max Johnston - McLaren Real Estate

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This episode focuses on our Suburb Spotlight, Campbelltown.  Where it is located, its history, how things have changed and developed over the years and much more.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• Who the city of Campbelltown was named after.
• The history of the annual ‘Fisher Ghost Festival’.
• The current median house and unit prices and land size.
• The current demographics of the area.
• The main modes of transportation being used.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

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In this episode, we speak with Sales Agent, Debbie Chadwick, from McGrath Crows Nest. Debbie shares with us her passion for the real estate industry, and how Crows Nest has changed as a local resident of the area herself.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• The effect Covid had on Debbie and how she does business.
• Debbie’s advice for vendors and buyers in the current market.
• What Debbie loves about Crows Nest and why she’s never left.
• How Debbie gets around differently compared to other agents.
• + so much more!

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

Debbie Chadwick - McGrath Crows Nest

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This episode focuses on our Suburb Spotlight, Crows Nest.  Where Crows Nest is located, its history, how things have changed and developed over the years and much more.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• The history of Crows Nest and where the name originated.
• The current demographics of the suburbs.
• The current median property prices and land size.
• Popular modes of transport being used and how well connected it is.
• Different types of supermarkets, amenities, restaurants, bars and cafes in the area.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

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In this episode our very own Marcus Roberts talks us through the key differences between saving a 20% deposit or using lenders mortgage insurance (LMI).

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• When LMI was introduced to Australia.
• How LMI works, the pros and cons.
• What to be aware of if you have LMI and are considering refinancing.
• Ways you could potentially avoid paying LMI

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

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This episode focuses on the process of making an offer once you have found the right property. Our very own Michelle May walks us through the important questions you need to be asking real estate agents to ensure your offer is the one they accept, and more!

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• What you need to look at prior to making an offer.
• Important questions to ask Real Estate Agents.
• Different ways you can purchase a property.
• How the contracts are signed.
• What to do once you have made an offer.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

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This episode focuses on how to get yourself ready when it comes to applying for a mortgage. Our very own Marcus Roberts shares with our listeners what it means to be loan ready and tips on how to make the process smoother for you and everyone else involved.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• Strategies of what you should do 6 months, 3 months and 30 days before purchasing a property.
• What banks and lenders are looking for.
• Ways of increasing your borrowing power.
• What Loan to Value Ratio (LVR) is.
• Additional costs to consider on top of the purchase price of a property.
• Govt benefits you may be eligible for.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Michelle May Buyers Agents

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

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This episode focuses on Lane Cove with James Bennett of Belle Property Lane Cove. We discuss how James started his career in real estate and his in depth knowledge of the Lane Cove market.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• How the Lane Cove market has changed in the last decade.
• How Covid-19 has affected the Lane Cove market.
• What the December 2020 stock levels are like in Lane Cove.
• What vendors and buyers should look for in a real estate agent.

Speakers in today’s episode: 

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker at Brighter Finance

James Bennett - Belle Property Lane Cove

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This episode focuses on Off Market Properties, what they are, how they work and things to be aware of.

Here’s what you’ll learn from today’s episode:

• The difference between off market and pre market.
• What a true off market property is, and why they are a valuable option if you’re looking to purchase.
• How to find off market properties.
• What is a 66w certificate and how it works.
• Why it’s important to build relationships with the selling agent.
• Important questions to ask the selling agent.

Speakers in today’s episode:

Michelle May - Buyer's Agent

Marcus Roberts - Mortgage Broker

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