We’ve hand-picked this episode from 2024 to help set you up for success over the holiday period. My guest today is Kylie Duncan-Tiver and we discuss three of the biggest lessons: investing on your own, making sound financial decisions and navigating the world of property investing. From being self employed as a travel agent, to navigating financing through the COVID pandemic. Kylie has learned some valuable lessons along the way. I hope you enjoy this conversation with Kylie and make this podcast one of your real estate resolutions!

Welcome to Property Investor Tales, Stories From The Front Yard, where I get to speak to property investors from around Australia about their investing journey. My name’s Tabitha Bright and I’m head of the coaching and advising team here at Positive Real Estate where we help people build wealth through property. With over 8 ,000 clients across Australia and New Zealand, there are some incredible stories to tell which will hopefully make your investing journey that little bit easier along the way.
We’ve hand-picked this episode from 2024 to help set you up for success over the holiday period. My guest today is Sonya Hilton, Gold Coast local and she’s got some stories to tell – including financial struggles and overcoming them with perseverance and budgeting, seeking advice from experienced investors before making property decisions, and setting the right goals for property investment success. Learn from past experiences and adapt your strategy as the market and circumstances change.

In this hand-picked ‘Best of’ episode, Tabitha from Positive Real Estate interviews Caroline and Craig Bounds. They’ve had most of the experiences you can have when investing in real estate. From buying off the plan, to investing in real estate with super, from renovating, to joint ventures and working through every part of the investing process with a team – they’ve had it all. As a result, Caroline and Craig are in the top 1% of investors in Australia, which is those who own 3 or more pieces of real estate. How did they do it? And what have they learnt along the way? You’ll get all the answers in this jam-packed edition of Property Investor Tales. Will your new year’s resolution be to join the 1% Club?

In this ‘ask the experts’ episode, my guest is Carolyn Weston – a Property Investment Adviser at Positive Real Estate. We discuss the intricacies of coaching for investment success, the importance of personalised goal setting and the critical role of financial strategy in achieving long-term success. We talk about the value of accountability, community and a tailored approach to investment coaching as well as the importance of providing ongoing support post-investment, and with navigating market changes along the way.

In this hand-picked ‘Best of’ episode, Tabitha from Positive Real Estate interviews Liam, a young investor who purchased his first property at the age of 18. They discuss the challenges and opportunities for young people in the property market and the importance of hard work and dedication. Liam shares his experience of saving for a deposit and utilising the off-the-plan strategy. They also discuss the rental market and the potential for future investments. Overall, the conversation highlights the importance of starting early and being disciplined in order to build long-term wealth.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I discuss the common challenges faced by property investors, emphasising the importance of mindset, emotional intelligence, and community support. I share insights on navigating the defects process when purchasing new properties, managing expectations, and the significance of planning for success in property investing. I encourage you all to develop skills for effective communication and emotional management to enhance your investing experience and achieve long-term success.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I interview Emily Miller, one of our Property Investment Advising team, who shares her inspiring journey into property investment. Emily discusses her early motivations, the importance of education, and the impact of family dynamics on her financial perspectives. She reflects on overcoming financial scarcity, the role of mental health in financial decisions, and how her life experiences have shaped her investment journey.

This episode includes discussions on sensitive topics including suicide and mental health issues. Audience discretion is advised. If you or someone you know needs support, please contact a mental health professional or helpline.

Support and resources are available 24/7 in Australia at Lifeline.org.au, call 13 11 14 and Beyondblue.org.au on 1300 22 4636.

In this episode of Property Investor Tales, I interview Cass Sjostedt, General Manger – R&W Plus, who shares his investing journey, including his early experiences, lessons learned, and the importance of having a strong team. Cass discusses his transition from a C-grade property to A-grade investments and outlines his future goals in the property market. The conversation emphasises the significance of education, strategy, and support in successful property investing.

In this episode, to celebrate 100 episodes, I discuss the lessons learned from coaching and interviewing property investors over the years – the good, the bad, the ugly. From the insane to the inspiring – hard-won lessons to highs and lows. Success leaves clues – and there’s plenty of juicy ones that Positive Real Estate can share with you to help build your investment portfolio.

My guest today is Hayley Beavis, a young investor who purchased her first property at 23 and now owns six properties at the age of 30. She is also a Team Leader for Positive Real Estate’s Strategists expert team. We discuss Hayley’s journey, the emotional rollercoaster of the first property purchase, the benefits of attending personal development events and having a supportive expert team to support you.

My guest today is Howard Bird, a client and coach at Positive Real Estate. He started investing in property in 2004 and faced challenges such as divorce and selling properties. Howard’s portfolio includes two houses and an apartment in a CBD. He also highlights the benefits of investing in off-the-plan properties and the potential for capital growth. Overall, Howard’s story showcases the power of strategic investing and the value of seeking guidance and education.

My guest today is Sonya Hilton, Gold Coast local and she’s got some stories to tell. Including financial struggles and overcoming them with perseverance and budgeting,
seeking advice from experienced investors before making property decisions, and setting the right goals and taking calculated risks are essential for property investment success. Learn from past experiences and adapt your strategy as the market and circumstances change.. So enjoy this conversation with Sonya.