Welcome to Property Investor Tales - Stories From The Front Yard, where we talk to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. I am Tabitha Bright, Head of Coaching here at Positive Real Estate, where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell, which hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, Tabitha Bright interviews Scott Brunston from depreciator.com.au. They discuss the importance of viewing rental properties as businesses, the necessity of depreciation schedules for tax deductions, and Scott's personal investment journey. This episode emphasizes the importance of long-term property investment relationships, market timing, and holding properties. Scott shares his experiences, lessons, and insights into the Airbnb market, offering valuable advice for investors. Tune in now!

00:00 Understanding Rental Properties as Businesses

05:58 The Importance of Depreciation Schedules

12:12 Navigating the Depreciation Process

18:01 Building Long-Term Relationships in Property Investment

23:45 Scott's Investment Journey and Lessons Learned

29:58 The Impact of Market Timing on Investments

35:48 The Value of Holding Property Long-Term

41:59 Future Prospects and Airbnb Insights

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