The Property Couch

Well, folks, just 378 episodes later, and we’re welcoming back a titan in the industry who ‘retired’ at just 33 years old... 

Welcome back, Paul Glossop, Founder and Director of Pure Property Investment!

As the founder of one of Australia’s leading buyer’s agencies, he’s guided clients through billions of dollars in deals and is a go-to voice on Sky News, Your Money, News.com.au and his own Pure Property Podcast. 

He’s also written two best-sellers (A Surfer’s Guide to Property Investing and The Next Wave) with 10,000 hours well and truly clocked, Paul’s a guy who’s mastered the property game.

Besides catching up on what’s happened in the last 7 years since he came on the podcast, we’re focusing on Exit Strategies: including the four main exit pathways, why most investors never plan their exit and practical steps to start designing your own exit strategy today. Listen now!

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• Articles from Ben’s “What’s Making Property News”: Tim is taking a 'financial gap year'. It might just save him $100,000 

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Yes, we’re serious... this one’s all about what ants can teach us about building a property portfolio 🐜 

In this mindset-driven TPC Gold episode, Ben and Bryce get a little creative and explore how thinking like ants can lead to better results in property investing. 

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 157 | 7 Reasons Why Investors Should Think Like Ants. 

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With rate cuts back on the table, speculation heating up, and Darwin, Perth and Brisbane leading the charge, the mid-year property story looks very different to what many expected back in February... 🚀 

That’s why we’re back with one of our most anticipated episodes of the year: 

🔮 Our 2025 Mid-Year Property Market Outlook! 🔮  

Inside this jam-packed update, we reveal:  

• Our February calls vs what actually played out 
• The state of play in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Perth, Adelaide, Darwin, Hobart & Canberra 
• Why speculation and “pump and dump” strategies are flashing red lights 🚨 
• The upside and downside risks for investors in the second half of 2025 
• Long-term fundamentals every investor should hold onto 

This is your ultimate checkpoint for property investors, cutting through the speculation to stay ahead. 

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• Listen to our February 2025 Property Market Outlook here 👉 535 | 2025 Property Market Outlook 
  
  
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Getting into the property market is tough, especially when it comes to saving that all-important deposit. Is there a way parents can help without handing over cash? 

If you’re a first-time buyer looking for ways to enter the market or a parent wondering how to support your kids without sacrificing your own financial stability... have a listen.   

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 253 | Top Tips for First Home Buyers. 

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As Bryce says in this week’s Mindset Minute... 

“When you make big life decisions, don’t just listen to people closest to you; listen to those closest to your goals.”   

That’s why, in Ep 559, we’re sitting down with David Robertson, Chief Economist and Head of Economic & Markets Research at Bendigo and Adelaide Bank, to unpack the real forces shaping Australia’s economy and property market right now. 

Having been with Bendigo Bank for over 23 years, David’s career spans senior Treasury roles at the State Bank of NSW, First Chicago, and Commonwealth Bank.

 Known for combining decades of economic expertise with a clear, engaging delivery, he has built a loyal audience through Bendigo’s Monthly YouTube economic updates. 

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• It’s That Time of Year Again! Join us on the Couch as a 2026 Summer Series guest!  
  Help us to inspire, educate and transform people’s lives by sharing your property investing journey on the couch. From success stories to silver bullet strategies, no story is too small or simple, we WANT to hear from you! 😊  
  • Send us your story today 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/mystory/ 
  • To hear from our previous amazing guests, check out our Summer/Winter collection here 👉 https://thepropertycouch.com.au/summerseries/  
• The 2025 PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey is CLOSING SOON  
  This is how you can financially protect yourself and have your voice heard by property investor policymakers 👉 Take the survey here! 
   
• Missed The Latest Cash Rate Update? Watch Ben’s August RBA Cash Rate Announcement here >>  
   
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The RBA has just made its latest move — but was it a small trim or a bigger-than-expected cut?  

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

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As the Reserve Bank prepares to deliver its latest cash rate decision this afternoon, this pre-RBA update unpacks where the economy really stands right now. 

Make sure to also join us LIVE from 2:20pm (AEST) as we look at the RBA cash rate announcement in real-time together.

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Ever walked past a movie set that looks like a real building, but behind the front door?  

Just scaffolding. No rooms, no structure… just a façade. In Ep 558, we’re unpacking why so many property “strategies” are exactly like that: shiny on the surface, but empty underneath. 

We unpack: 

• Why “simple” doesn’t mean “bad” (and complex doesn’t mean smart) 
• How some advice is more about helping the advisor, not you 
• Why buyer’s agents (as valuable as they are) shouldn’t be your strategy team 
• The checklist of what a real investment plan should include 

💭 So, is your plan something you can live with or just something you like looking at? Tune in now to find out! 

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• The 2025 PIPA Investor Sentiment Survey is live
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• What’s Making Property News: QLD’s New Seller Disclosure Scheme is now in effect! Read the full Gov resource here 👉 Seller Disclosure Scheme | QLD Government 
  
  
• Cotality’s July 2025 Monthly Housing Chart Pack  👉 Download the full report here 
   
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  • 557 | 8 Cheap Cashflow Properties in 18 Months, and Still No Passive Income? A Silver Bullet Case Study 

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You’ve saved your deposit, you’re ready to step onto the property ladder… but here comes the big question: should you buy your own home or rentvest? 

It’s a debate many first-time buyers face, and in this bonus episode, Ben and Bryce unpack the pros and cons of both strategies so you can make a decision that suits your finances and your lifestyle.  

For the original episode, tune in here: Episode 304 | Picking One Over The Other: Top Tips To Help Property Investors Make The Best Judgement Call 

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They just wanted $104K in passive income. A comfortable retirement. A helping hand for the kids. 

Instead? They ended up with a silver bullet strategy: eight regional properties, over $1.1 million in debt, constant tenant issues, and a driveway that cost more than a year’s rent. 😬 

In this episode, Ben is joined by Head of Property Wealth Planning at Empower Wealth, David Robertson (or Robbo) to unpack a real case study of a silver bullet property strategy gone completely off the rails. 

Here’s what we debunk:  
⚠️ Promised high yields? ✅ 
⚠️ Sold on positive cash flow from Day 1? ✅ 
⚠️ No proper planning, no risk assessment, no diversification? Unfortunately… ✅ 

It’s a cautionary tale of what happens when buyer’s agents chase volume, not value — and why skipping the strategy step can cost you years of lost opportunity, tens of thousands in maintenance surprises, and even your dream retirement. 

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