The Property Couch

What happens when life’s expectations collide with financial reality?

In this heartfelt Summer Series episode, Katrina “Kat” S, long-time listener, mum of two, and Bali trip volunteer from Bryce’s 50th, opens up about her real money story: 

Growing up in a small country town, learning to save, splurging at uni, facing postnatal depression, and rebuilding her confidence through property.

Kat gets raw about pressure, parenting, and perfection… and how she found peace in progress, not performance. 

From a risky first investment to the “aha” of building a proper plan, her journey proves that you don’t need to be perfect to move forward; just brave enough to start.

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• New Feature: Moorr Acquisition Costs
  Buying a property comes with a long list of hidden costs… and most people lose track of them the moment settlement hits.
  With Moorr’s brand-new Acquisition Costs tool, you can now store every upfront cost in one clean, digital record (Ready for your tax return, your accountant, or your future self!)
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When life knocks you down, how do you rebuild from nothing? 💭 

Meet Matt: a proud Aussie veteran whose life took a sharp turn when he lost his hearing in the Army and was suddenly left without income, identity, or direction.  

With a newborn to care for and his savings running out, he and his wife, Ashley, hit rock bottom… before choosing to climb their way back up. 

From living off charity food boxes to buying two investment properties, Matt’s story is one of courage, persistence, and education in action. 👏 

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• FREE DEMO: Moorr Transactions Feature 💻
  Ben’s challenge to the community this Summer Series! Now that Moorr Transactions is live, it’s time to discover exactly where your money went in 2025, and set your surplus target for 2026. 
  👉 Book a free demo and let our team show you how to track your spending, set goals, and automate your surplus!  
• Guests & Episodes Mentioned:
  • 574 | The #1 Reason You Won’t Retire Comfortably Has Nothing to Do with Your Income
  • Listen to our complete collection of Summer/Winter series guests!

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The Reserve Bank of Australia has just delivered its final cash rate call for 2025, and we’re breaking down what it means for inflation, households, and momentum heading into 2026. 

💡 Thinking about refinancing or adjusting your loan strategy? Let our team help you review your options. 

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Folks, Summer Series is officially here!

And we’re kicking it off with a masterclass in avoiding costly mistakes. 

At just 19, Alannah jumped into the property market, full of excitement, determination, and trust in the advice around her.

But when her “dream” off-the-plan apartment in Werribee South became a financial anchor instead of an investment, she learned the hard way that not all property advice is created equal.

In this episode, Alannah opens up about:
🏡 The $360K property lesson that changed everything
🚩 How to recognise (and avoid) property spruikers under the guise of “educators” 
💸 The emotional side of money and learning how to reset
📈 Rebuilding confidence through education, planning, and action

Listen now, because every investor makes mistakes, but the best ones learn fast and move forward. 

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  👉 Book your free initial consultation 
• Guests & Episodes Mentioned: 
  • 478 | What Happens When Money is Used to Control: How She Escaped It & Overcame Scarcity & Gender Wealth Inequality – Chat with Amanda
  • Listen to our complete collection of Summer/Winter series guests!

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- Make Money Simple Again

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As the LAST regular episode of the year before we launch into our inspiring, lesson-packed Summer Series... 

We’re diving into the single most important habit that determines whether you get ahead financially or spend every year wondering, “Where did my money go?”   

As we approach the most dangerous spending season of the year, we’re unpacking:

🔹 WHY money management matters more than people think
🔹 The 7 biggest money mistakes Aussies make
🔹 What best practice ACTUALLY looks like 
🔹 PLUS: A massive announcement: Moorr’s new AI-powered transaction feed is here — automating the hardest part of money management. 

This is a must-listen episode for anyone wanting more clarity, more control… and a better financial life heading into 2025.

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🚀 NEW: Transaction Feed (Beta)
Upload your CSV and let AI categorise your spending in seconds: instant clarity, zero overwhelm. Includes free access to:

• MoneySMARTS (10-minutes-a-month, now automated)
• Goals Dashboard (timelines, icons, progress bars)

Take control of your money, all free inside Moorr.
👉 Find out more or create/log in to your account now.

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  👉 Avoid another year of guessing 

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FREE MASTERCLASS:
- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

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- The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
- Make Money Simple Again

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Feeling wobbly about property investing? You’re not alone.

In this bonus episode, Bryce & Ben talk about the importance of having a North Star (your ultimate lifestyle vision) to stay grounded when times get tough.

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 513 | What’s The Forgotten Pillar of Wealth Creation?

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FREE MASTERCLASS:
- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

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- The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
- Make Money Simple Again

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How does a 23-year-old with no office beat a multinational real estate giant?

In this episode, we sit down with Jonny Bell, Founder of Housemark, who now manages 3,000+ properties and is redefining what exceptional property management looks like in Australia.

Jonny takes us inside his remarkable rise from running his business out of a Windsor apartment with nothing but a lockbox and a jet ski… 

To build the fastest-growing PM company in the country and set a new national benchmark for proactive service.

Here’s what you’ll learn inside:

🏡 Why most PMs fail landlords (and how to spot it early)
 📈 The 6 core functions of property management...done properly
 🤝 How to double service levels without burning out PMs, and more! 

Tune in now!

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• Free Property Market Reports on Moorr
  Get suburb-level insights for houses and units across 15,000+ Australian suburbs — all inside Moorr. Perfect for checking value, performance and rental demand before you buy.
  👉 Access under My Property → Research. 
• Moorr’s Rental Analysis Report
  Not sure if your rent is under market? Our free Rental Analysis Report compares your property to real-time rental data, vacancy rates, and local demand so you can confidently set the right rent — without guessing.
  👉 Free inside Moorr.
• Read the AFR’s Young Rich List 2025 here >>
• HOUSEMARK BONUS
  For being a part of the TPC community and tuning into this episode, claim 3 months free property management, plus a free rent review and compliance check.
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- Make Money Simple Again

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It’s a question we’re asked all the time... and one that rarely has a simple, one-size-fits-all answer.

In this bonus episode, Bryce and Ben break down the pros and cons of buying property through a trust versus in your personal name, their personal approach on this topic, and why it’s so important to understand the implications before you make your next move.

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 392 | Should You Change Investment Plans?

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FREE MASTERCLASS:
- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS:
- The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
- Make Money Simple Again

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LIVE from the AFG Next Conference! 🎤 

Bryce and Ben join Australia’s most famous demographer Bernard Salt to unpack the trends that will define our nation’s future. 

From the rise of Apartmentia and the cultural influence of spice kitchens to the unstoppable force of intergenerational wealth transfers, Bernard reveals how Australia’s housing, lifestyle and population story is being rewritten in real time. 

Tune in to hear the inside scoop on:  

👉 Why millennials are bringing suburbia back 
👉 What “The Bank of Mum & Dad” really means for equality 
👉 How AI and longevity will reshape our economy, and  
👉 The #1 big question Bernard wants Australia to answer by 2050 

It’s smart, funny and packed with data-driven insights; the kind of future-focused chat only The Property Couch could have with the man behind The Big Shift. 

Get a front-row seat to Australia’s next housing evolution. Listen now! 

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• ONE WEEK LEFT: The Property Couch 2026 Survey 🗳
  We want your feedback to help shape the next chapter of The Property Couch. You’ll also go in the draw to win 1 of 5 x $100 gift cards  (and get FREE access to a premium workshop.)
  👉 Take 2 minutes to share your thoughts
• The Two Largest Working Cohorts: Read the ABS' 2021 Census here >>
• Listen Ep 334 | Bernard Salt: The BIG Shift In Australian Property!

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- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

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- Make Money Simple Again

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Debt recycling is one of those strategies that sounds clever in theory... using the equity in your home to invest and “convert” non-deductible debt into deductible debt. 

But as our resident tax expert Julia explains, that’s where many investors get caught out.

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 542 | The Overlooked CGT Timebomb Hidden in Joint Tenancy. 

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FREE MASTERCLASS:
- How to Build a Property Portfolio and Retire on $2,000 a week >>

FREE BEST-SELLING BOOKS:
- The Armchair Guide to Property Investing
- Make Money Simple Again

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